Properly Welding on Structures with Load Cells

Publish Date: 2/23/2026

Load cells are sensitive scale components that can be easily damaged by welding near the load cells or on the weighing structure. Take the proper precautions to keep your load cells working right.

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Advanced Load Cell Troubleshooting

Publish Date: 10/2/2024

Load cells are not only the most critical part of an electronic weighing system, they are also the most vulnerable.

Boost Efficiency with Custom Mounts and Weigh Modules

Publish Date: 7/19/2024

Because every application is unique, it’s not possible to offer every configuration of load cell mounts and weigh modules as standard options. That's why custom mounts are ideal solutions for even the most unique weighing applications.

Publish Date: 4/12/2024

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What is a Load Cell and How Does it Work?

Publish Date: 4/10/2024

The load cell is the heart of every scale system. The load cell is the most important component of a digital scale system. All digital scales rely on load cells and without it, a scale can’t measure weight.

Get to Know Rice Lake’s ELS Load Cell Stand

Publish Date: 7/24/2023

The ELS Series elevated load cell stand is designed for ease of installation and flexibility. The height and width are fully adjustable to fit your facility. With jack bolts and shims on the leveling feet, you can easily match your existing conveyor height.

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How to Test a Load Cell for Leakage

Publish Date: 8/24/2022

If you are experiencing unstable weight readings, follow this procedure to test your load cell for electrical leakage.

How to Check Load Cell Signal

Publish Date: 8/15/2022

If you are getting unusual weight readings on your scale, you may want to troubleshoot the load cells. This article will walk you through using a voltmeter to test load cell signal.

The Basics of Load Cell Wiring and Trimming

Publish Date: 7/12/2022

Load cell wiring and trimming are critical to a weighing system’s accuracy and should always be performed by trained technicians. However, general load cell wiring knowledge can help you better understand how your weighing system works and how potential errors occur.

Basic Load Cell Troubleshooting Tips

Publish Date: 2/4/2022

Load cells are the heart of every electrical scale. This video explains some tips for basic load cell troubleshooting.

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Five Types of Load Cells

Publish Date: 11/16/2021

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Operation, Capacity Versus Resolution, and Common Types of Load Cells

Publish Date: 7/15/2021

A load cell converts a mechanical force into an electrical signal. Learn how load cells work, the differences between load cell capacity and resolution, and some common types of load cells.

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