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Government of Assam issues tender for Electronic Weighbridge installation in Assam
Electronic Weigh bridge Installation Assam Tender by Government of Assam The Government of Assam has issued a tender for electronic weighbridge installation in Assam, aimed at enhancing road infrastructure management. The Government of Assam has issued a tender titled "Installation and Commissioning of Electronic Weigh bridge with Control cabin." This tender involves the supply, installation, and commissioning of an electronic weighbridge along with its control cabin, an impo
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How Precision Load Cells Support Robotics and Smart Manufacturing
In the fast paced world of modern industry, engineering demands a level of precision that was once thought impossible. From aerospace exploration to advanced robotics, the need for accurate data collection drives innovation forward every single day. Engineers and designers constantly look for ways to make machines smarter, safer, and more efficient. At the heart of this technological revolution lies the ability to measure physical forces with absolute accuracy. When building
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WSCS India Strengthens Its Position in the Global Paper Packaging Industry
WSCS India Strengthens Its Position in the Global Paper Packaging Industry New Delhi [India], October 13: WSCS India is strengthening its presence in the global paper packaging industry, combining India-based manufacturing capabilities with an expanding international supply network to serve businesses across key markets worldwide. The company is building a growing portfolio of paper packaging solutions for quick-service restaurants (QSRs), restaurants, cafés, foodservice oper
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Uttar Pradesh: Bijnor sugar mills begin installing weighing machines at cane purchasing centres ahead of crushing season
Sugar mills in the Bijnor district of Uttar Pradesh have begun installing weighing machines at sugarcane purchasing centres as preparations gather pace for the upcoming crushing season, reported Hindustan. The installation work is being carried out on a war footing across the district, with several mills already deploying weighing machines at their designated purchasing centres. Bilai Sugar Mill, Changipur Sugar Mill and other mills have started the process. The district has
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EVSE Training for Weights and Measures Officials and Service Agents
On September 1 to 4, 2026, several NIST Office of Weights and Measures (OWM) staff members participated as trainers in the National Council on Weights and Measures (NCWM) third and final Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) training for Weights and Measures officials and registered service agents (RSA) in Annapolis, Maryland. OWM wishes to acknowledge the NCWM EVSE Technical Conference Planning Committee for their efforts and success in planning and executing these valu
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QodeNext automates vehicle management with intelligent gate, parking and weighbridge solutions
QodeNext has introduced a portfolio of intelligent vehicle management solutions aimed at automating key processes across transport, logistics and industrial facilities. The solutions focus on critical vehicle-management touchpoints such as gate entry and exit, parking and weighbridge operations, where manual processes can often lead to delays, fragmented information and inconsistent data capture. By combining automation with real-time monitoring and control, QodeNext aims to
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Truckie fights $800 weighbridge fine after reporting her own mistake
Kylie Robinson, inset, tried to do the right thing after driving by the weighbridge in her distinctive T909. Images: Kylie Robinson Experienced truckie Kylie Robinson readily admits she should have entered the open weighbridge near Willow Tree on the New England Highway earlier this year. But at the time, focused on other trucks coming and going from the southbound lanes – and the fact she wasn’t specifically called in, as is the case in Queensland – she simply “sailed on by”
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METTLER TOLEDO showcases new Product Inspection Technologies at Pack Expo
METTLER TOLEDO Product Inspection Group will showcase a variety of product inspection equipment, including several new introductions, at Pack Expo in Chicago, taking place Oct. 18-21, 2026. Located in booth S-2122, the company will highlight X-ray inspection, metal detection, checkweighing and combination systems that help food and pharmaceutical manufacturers strengthen product quality, support regulatory compliance, reduce waste and improve production efficiencies. “No two
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Heavy-duty weighbridge inaugurated at APMC
Channaraj Hattiholi, MLC, with farmers in front of the heavy-duty weighbridge in the APMC market in Hirebagewadi in Belagavi on Monday. Channaraj Hattiholi, MLC, inaugurated a heavy-duty electronic weighbridge in the APMC sub-market in Hirebagewadi village in Belagavi district on Monday. He said the 80-tonne capacity weighbridge was among the largest in the Belagavi Rural constituency and would help farmers accurately weigh their produce and receive remunerative prices. “Accu
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Fenner leads industry-first conveyor belt recycling initiative
Fenner’s partnership is helping divert conveyor belt material away from landfill. Image: Fenner Fenner Conveyors has partnered with Tyrecycle to deliver a port-first conveyor belt recycling initiative. At Gladstone Ports Corporation (GPC), conveyor belts are central to keeping operations and material moving. One consistent and significant challenge, however, has been finding a new destination for them once they are decommissioned. With 65 conveyor systems, representing more t
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ISO 9001:2026 Brings Evolution Rather Than Revolution
The publication of ISO 9001:2026 marks the latest evolution of the world’s most widely used quality management standard, with manufacturers being encouraged to build on existing quality systems rather than undertake wholesale revisions. Published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) on September 16, 2026, ISO 9001:2026 replaces the 2015 edition and introduces targeted changes intended to improve clarity, usability and relevance to today’s business envir
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PWD minister pulls up officials over grain market waterlogging, faulty weighing scales in Hisar
Haryana PWD Minister Ranbir Gangwa during a meeting with the officials Haryana PWD minister Ranbir Gangwa warned Haryana State Agricultural Marketing Board (HSAMB) officials of waterlogging at the grain market in case of rains, and directed them to prepare a drainage project for its permanent solution. During a meeting with officials and commission agents, Gangwa reprimanded the Board’s Superintending Engineer (SE) for failing to act on earlier directions and asked officials
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212 defective weighing scales seized in Manila markets
Members of the Manila Market Administration Office (MAO) Weights and Measures Team inspect weighing scales used by establishments in the city as part of continuing market inspections. (Manila PIO) The Manila city government has confiscated 212 defective weighing scales as part of its ongoing inspections of establishments to ensure consumers receive accurate weights and pay the proper amounts for goods and services. The Market Administration Office (MAO) said its Weights and M
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Torrential Rains in Bareilly Flood Weighbridge Premises, Cause Severe Crop Damage
Widespread Flooding Disrupts Daily Life and Agriculture Continuous, heavy rainfall in Deoria Abdullahganj village, located in the Meergang block of Bareilly district, has severely impacted daily life, commercial activities, and agricultural operations. The Indian Electronic Weighbridge premises became inundated, raising concerns about the damage to expensive machinery and road scales. Swift Action Protects Weighbridge Equipment Recognizing the gravity of the situation, local
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Modulift and LMS support offshore wind industry with 660t load test
Modulift spreader beams and LMS load cells have been used together by Safe Lifting Europe B.V. to support the successful load test of the MPI Resolution in the North Sea. As offshore wind infrastructure continues to expand across Europe, proof load testing remains an essential part of maintaining safe and reliable lifting operations. For the project, a MOD600/800 spreader beam was used in a 16-metre configuration, equipped with two 500-tonne LMS load cells positioned beneath
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Detecting conveyor belt issues before failure
Thermal scanning helps detect developing issues before failure, allowing proactive maintenance that improves reliability and minimizes costly downtime Tru-Trac highlight the growing role of advanced thermal scanning in maintaining conveyor reliability AS conveyor systems become increasingly critical to production performance in mining, quarrying and bulk materials handling operations, advanced thermal scanning technologies are emerging as a powerful tool in preventing catastr
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Vitrek Highlights Critical Role of Wafer Thickness Metrology in AI and Advanced Packaging Manufacturing
MTI Instruments Proforma systems help semiconductor manufacturers monitor backside processing for HBM, chiplets and next-generation computing devices Vitrek is highlighting the growing importance of precision wafer-thickness measurement as semiconductor manufacturers expand production of GPU/AI Engines, High-bandwidth Memory, Traditional CPUs, Programmable Logic and Power Semiconductors. Advanced packaging technologies combine logic, memory, interposers and specialized dies w
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Tageos Expands Microwave-Compatible RFID Portfolio for Food Packaging
Tageos introduced two new microwave-compatible RAIN RFID inlays designed for food retail and quick-service restaurant applications. The new EOS-450 MW M830 and EOS-450 MW UX are designed to provide item-level identification and inventory visibility while addressing the handling requirements of packaged foods. Antenna designs are engineered to resist arcing and sparking under defined microwave conditions, allowing RFID labels to remain on suitable food packaging when products
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Legal Metrology Reforms Must Balance Ease Of Doing Business With Consumer Protection: Nidhi Khare
PHDCCI organised a national conference titled “Decriminalization and Reforms in Legal Metrology: Balance between Ease of Doing Business and Consumer Protection” on Wedesday at The Park, New Delhi. The conference brought together policymakers, industry stakeholders, legal experts and consumer representatives to discuss reforms aimed at strengthening India’s Legal Metrology framework while supporting ease of doing business and protecting consumers. Addressing the inaugural sess
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Five arrested as TBK intensifies South Rift tea weighing checks
An official inspects a weighing machine during the operation in Buret, Kericho on September 17, 2-26/COURTESY At least five clerks have been arrested as the Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) intensifies inspections of weighing equipment in tea-growing areas across the South Rift following complaints by farmers over alleged manipulation of tea weights at buying centres. The arrests were made during an impromptu operation in Buret, Kericho County. Agriculture Principal Secretary Paul Ro
Sep 182 min read
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