Capital Equipment News October 2019

LOAD WEIGHING SYSTEMS

Data collected provides real value to increase productivity and profitability.

schedule. This can be done by measuring the amount of work done in terms of material moved, rather than simply by working hours. “The system can record how much material has been moved since the last time the bucket edge was replaced, for example. This data would allow different brands to be benchmarked on how long they last, another critical factor in calculating the total cost of ownership,” says Webster. “Tyre damage on trucks can also be reduced. Providing accurate and consistent weight measurement from the outset allows operators to set the correct target weight for the loader bucket to accurately load the truck. Because the truck’s tyres are inflated correctly to carry a certain weight, they can be damaged when carrying too much weight. So once the loader is set for optimal efficiency, you can potentially prolong the life of the tyres.” Webster says Loadrite’s onboard weighing system can be configured to provide the data needed for any operation. “Our expert installers work with project managers to identify the configuration that will give them the information they need. We work with fleet managers individually to ensure the system meets the needs of their business. Our aim is to ensure the data collected provides real value to increase productivity and profitability over the lifecycle of the machine,” concludes Webster. b

Reducing the total cost of ownership is a key benefit of the data provided by the Loadrite onboard weighing system.

Reducing costs By tracking and monitoring various

and therefore more profitable operation.” The system actively helps reduce fuel use. By using an accurate on board weighing system, operators can ensure trucks are filled correctly the first time, with no productivity lost due to under loading or overloading. “By loading trucks correctly from the outset, unnecessary truck movement is reduced as there is no need to turn around for either a refill or a removal of material once the trucks get to the weighbridge,” adds Webster. Setting maintenance parameters Being able to measure the time between replacing consumable parts, operators can establish the most efficient and convenient maintenance and replacement

productivity indicators, managers can see variations and make changes that will result in a more efficient use of resources. “Being able to track and monitor fuel use, for example, is a major consideration in assessing the cost of ownership, particularly given the high price of fuel. By understanding the amount of fuel used to move each ton of material, you can see how productive each machine is and possibly find ways to reduce fuel usage,” says Webster. The Loadrite system can also measure the cycle times between each loading event, which can show how efficiently the material is being moved. Shorter cycle times generally point to a more efficient

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