Weighbridges · Up to 200T*
Trade-Approved Weighbridges for Newcastle, the Hunter Valley and Australia-Wide
Hunter Weighing supplies, installs, calibrates and services weighbridges from our Teralba workshop near Newcastle — from short rigid-truck pads to long multi-deck road-train bridges, in capacities from 40 tonnes up to 200 tonnes.
What a weighbridge does for your site
A weighbridge (also called a truck scale) is a large platform scale that weighs a vehicle and its load. Most sites use it for one of two things: proving what was bought or sold by weight, or controlling what leaves the gate — so trucks aren't overloaded and dispatch records match what was actually carted. Our truck weight compliance guide explains the mass limits and Chain of Responsibility duties involved.
If the weight ticket is used to charge or pay for product — coal, aggregate, grain, scrap, waste — the weighbridge must be trade-approved and verified. If it's only used internally, a non-trade bridge can be enough. Getting that decision right at the start determines the indicator, the verification paperwork and the ongoing service you'll need.
Above-ground (surface-mounted) weighbridges
An above-ground weighbridge sits on a prepared concrete base with a ramp at each end. It is usually the quickest permanent option to install because there's no pit to excavate, and technicians can reach the load cells from the side for inspection and cleaning.
- Needs room for ramps at both ends, so the overall footprint is longer than the deck.
- Water and spilled material drain away naturally instead of collecting under the deck.
- Easier to relocate later — see our 33 m multi-deck weighbridge relocation, moved and recommissioned over one weekend.
Pit-mounted weighbridges
A pit-mounted weighbridge sits in a concrete pit so the deck is level with the surrounding ground. Trucks drive straight on and off, which suits tight yards, drive-through traffic and sites without space for ramps.
- Higher civil cost: the pit has to be designed, excavated, formed and poured.
- The pit needs drainage and periodic cleaning so water and fines don't affect weighing.
- Harder to move once built, so the location decision matters more.
Not sure which suits your site? Our above-ground vs pit weighbridge cost guide walks through the cost drivers and a site checklist.
Steel deck or concrete deck?
We supply both steel-deck and concrete-deck weighbridges. Steel decks are lighter, arrive ready to install and are simpler to relocate. Concrete decks are heavier and are commonly chosen for high-traffic sites. The right choice depends on your traffic, ground conditions, budget and whether the bridge may need to move.
Capacities and deck lengths
Choose capacity with headroom above your heaviest expected gross vehicle mass, and a deck long enough for the longest combination you weigh in one pass.
| Capacity | Typical vehicles & deck | Typical sites |
|---|---|---|
| 40 – 60 t | Rigid trucks, small tippers, 6–10 m deck | Waste depots, small quarries, farm gates |
| 60 – 80 t | Semi-trailers, 12–18 m deck | Regional logistics, grain receival, recycling |
| 80 – 100 t | B-doubles, 18–24 m deck | General freight, civil works, aggregate |
| 100 – 150 t | Road trains, multi-section 24–30 m | Mining haul, bulk minerals, agriculture |
| 150 – 200 t | Off-highway haul trucks, custom decks | Open-cut mines, coal handling, ports |
*Capacity is specified per project. Tell us the vehicles you run and we'll recommend the capacity and deck configuration. If your loads don't arrive on a truck, compare options in our heavy-duty industrial scales guide.
NMI trade approval and verification
In Australia, a weighbridge used for trade must be of a pattern approved by the National Measurement Institute (NMI) and verified before it's used for trade. Verification confirms the installed bridge weighs within its legal limits, using test weights traceable to national standards. After any repair or adjustment that could affect accuracy, it must be re-verified before trading again.
Our technicians commission every new weighbridge with certified test weights. Read how often a weighbridge should be calibrated for scheduling and maintenance advice.
Installation, calibration and 24/7 service
- Site assessment and recommendation: above-ground or pit, steel or concrete, capacity and deck length.
- Supply and installation, including indicator, remote display and traffic lights where needed.
- Commissioning and calibration with certified test weights.
- Scheduled calibration, preventive maintenance and 24/7 breakdown support.
- Load cell replacement and diagnostics for existing weighbridges — see load cells.
Weighbridge projects we've delivered
- 33 m multi-deck weighbridge relocation — two 16.5 m modules moved and recommissioned during a single weekend closure, on budget.
- Weighbridge for a coal handling plant — heavy-duty trade-approved weighing for constant haul traffic.
- Weighbridge for an open cut mine — high-capacity haul truck weighing, calibrated on site.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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Teralba workshop · 7 Sidelight Street, Teralba NSW 2284 · Mon–Sat 7am–5pm, Sun 9am–5pm