Pit Type Vs Pitless Weighbridge

To chose between pit type or pitless type, the most important parameter that the client has to consider is the availability of the required land.

The pitless weighbridge manufactured by Unitech, Surat would be installed on the surface level and hence it would be above the ground and so approaching ramps would be required and the length of the ramps would be directly proportional to the height of the pitless platform. Higher the height of the platform, longer the ramps would be required.

On the other hand in case of pit type, the concrete or steel frames are at the ground level and hence negligible or no approach ramps would be required and so minimum space would be needed.

Pricing of Pitless Type Weighbridge

The cost of pitless type is lower than than of pit type but more space would be required for pitless type. In case of pit type, proper cleaning schedule should be adhered to and drainage system should be installed and maintenance should be done on regular basis. The load cells and other components in case of pit type weighbridge would be under the surface area in the pit which may lead to water logging and mud getting accumulated in the pit particularly during the rainy season. The person looking after the truck scale should also ensure that the trucks entering should approach at lower speed and with care which would ensure longer life of weigh station.