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Yes, we can certainly help you find a solution for your weighing needs. At Anyload, we regularly work with companies to provide weighing solutions that play a critical role in a variety of applications, including safety, manufacturing, quality control, commercial, and other systems.

Our team of experienced engineers and technical representatives is skilled at designing and developing customized weighing solutions to meet the specific needs of our customers. Whether you are looking to measure something small and precise, such as the touching force on a small touchscreen display, or something larger and more complex, such as the total weight superstructures in the hundreds of tons, we have the expertise and resources to help you find a solution.

If you are in need of a weighing solution, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would be happy to discuss your needs and work with you to find a solution that meets your specific requirements. We can also help direct end-users to a dealer or other weighing and measurement service provider. 

We have a full suite of testing equipment at our factory in our R&D laboratory and on our production line. We regularly custom manufacture special load cells, scales, and weighing components for special applications where standard products may not be suitable. Everything we manufacture is backed by hard data and prototype testing to guarantee performance according to specifications. 

Some special environments that we have made load cells for:

  • Extreme precision scales (up to 60,000 divisions) 
  • Heavy capacity weighing up to 500 tons (500,000 kgs)
  • High-temperature applications (tested up to 250°C/482°F)
  • Low-temperature applications (tested down to -40°C/-40°F)
  • Underwater weighing (down to 50 PSI)
  • Low-profile solutions for force measurement or dimensionally-restricted applications
  • Corrosive environments (salt, acid, alkaline, organic, other ionic solutions, etc.) 
  • Explosive environments (including FM/ATEX/IECEX certifications up to the highest class)

These requirements often stack on top of each other. We do not offer performance levels that we cannot confidently test at, and we always put our products through every necessary test at our facilities so that our clients can have full confidence in the products they receive.

CLICK HERE to read more about some of our custom applications

CLICK HERE to submit an inquiry for a custom weighing solution

Yes, Anyload specializes in the design and manufacturing of load cells, scales, and weighing components. With over 30 years of experience in custom design and manufacturing, we offer reliable, high-quality solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Our expertise in custom design and manufacturing enables us to provide tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of our OEM customers. Whether you need a standard load cell, a modified variant, or a fully custom-designed solution, from a single unit to tens of thousands quarterly, Anyload has the knowledge and experience to help.

Here are some of the industries that we serve:

  • Agriculture
  • Aerospace 
  • Automotive 
  • Chemical 
  • Commercial fishing 
  • Food and beverage
  • Logistics and transportation 
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Manufacturing 
  • Waste/recycling 

CLICK HERE to submit an inquiry for a custom weighing solution

At Anyload, we are a load cell and scale parts manufacturer and distributor, and we rely on scale dealers to service weighing systems. We understand that keeping your weighing equipment in good working order is important, and we are committed to helping you find the support you need to ensure that your equipment is functioning. While we do not directly offer repair or maintenance services, we have an extensive network of service providers across North America and internationally who are able to provide these services.

If you are in need of repair or maintenance for your scale, we would be happy to put you in contact with a local service provider who can best address your needs. To do so, please contact us and provide us with information about your location and the specific issues you are experiencing with your scale.

We have provided scale dealers and other companies with calibration services for load cells. Our factory is ISO/IEC 17025-certified to perform internationally-recognized weight calibrations. However, these are generally complex, high-precision calibrations for special applications and customers will need to cover the shipping costs of items that may often be quite heavy. 

For general compliance calibrations, we refer inquirers to VACS Calibration, which performs on-site calibrations for customers across North America. 

Yes, at Anyload, we offer intrinsically safe load cells that meet the Class 1 Division 1 standard for explosion safety. These load cells can be identified by the “-EX” suffix in the part number (e.g., 563YH-2.5Klb-EX). It’s important to note that even with the use of these special load cells, proper installation and adherence to safety guidelines must still be followed to ensure compliance in intrinsically safe electro-mechanic systems. 

To learn more about intrinsic safety requirements for load cells, click here. 

FM (Factory Mutual) is a global engineering and consulting company that provides certification for products and systems used in hazardous locations. FM approval signifies that a product has been rigorously tested and meets strict safety guidelines for use in environments where flammable gases, vapors, or dust may be present. By using load cells that have received FM approval, you can trust that your electrical systems will be safe and compliant in potentially explosive environments.

If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about our non-incendive weighing options, please don’t hesitate to contact us or your local scale dealer.

At Anyload, we hold FM Canada approval for almost all of our standard products, but we do not have CSA (Canadian Standards Association) approval. While FM Canada and CSA approval are both recognized safety standards in Canada, it’s important to check with the users or potential users of a weighing system to confirm that FM Canada approval is accepted according to their specific corporate policy or regulatory obligations. Please note that proper installation and adherence to safety guidelines must still be followed to ensure compliance in intrinsically safe electro-mechanic systems.  

Yes, we regularly supply load cells to universities, colleges, and other research institutions for their projects and curriculums. We understand the importance of accurate weighing and measurement in education and research, and we are committed to providing high-quality products and exceptional service to meet the needs of our academic customers. 

In addition to supplying load cells, our team of experienced service and technical representatives is also available to help you with any challenges or questions you may have. Whether you are working on a specific project or are looking to integrate load cells into your curriculum, we are here to help you achieve success.

If you are an educational institution or researcher looking for load cells or other weighing and measurement equipment, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would be happy to discuss your needs and provide you with a solution that meets your needs.

All inquiries are welcome! If you have any questions about weighing systems and load cells, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly. Our capable team of customer service specialists, technical salespersons, and engineers regularly help to answer inquiries to the best of our abilities, even if it does not involve our products.

We regularly work with:

  1. Scale dealers
  2. Manufacturers 
  3. Engineering firms 
  4. Educational institutions 
  5. Resellers and exporters 

However, we may refer you to a third-party provider that would be best able to meet your needs. With an extensive network of dealers and industry contacts around the world, and especially in Canada and the United States, we can ensure that you get the best service and products you need, whether from us or from another company.

Our expertise is in weighing but we are in the business of solving problems. If you have a question, please don’t hesitate to contact us!

To initiate the RMA process, please contact our service representative. They will be able to provide you with the necessary information and instructions for returning your product.

It is important to note that an RMA number is required for all returns, and the product must be returned in its original packaging with all accessories and documentation. In order to expedite the process, please have your order number and any relevant information regarding the issue you are experiencing ready when you contact our service representative.

If you have any further questions or concerns about the RMA process, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are always happy to help and will do our best to ensure that your return is handled as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

At Anyload, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and exceptional service. To ensure your satisfaction and confidence in our products, we generally provide a 1-year warranty for all electronics and a 2-year warranty for all of our load cells.

However, it is important to note that warranty terms may vary depending on how you purchased your product. If you did not purchase directly from Anyload, the warranty terms may be set by your product vendor. In these cases, we recommend that you consult the vendor’s warranty policy for further information.

If you have any questions or concerns about the warranty terms for your product, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our team of experienced service and technical representatives is always here to help and will be happy to provide you with the information you need.

For more information about our warranty policy, please visit our warranty policy term. There you will find details about the terms and conditions of our warranties, as well as information about how to make a claim if you believe your product is covered under warranty.

Yes, we typically have stock for all of our standard items at our BC and NJ warehouses as well as at our factory, although it varies by sales volume and costs. However, it is not always possible to ensure that there are no interruptions in availability or sufficient quantities. This can be due to a variety of factors, such as the need to stock both metric and imperial measurement versions of the same model of load cells, which can make inventory management more complex. Additionally, we cannot always predict when a customer may buy out a large quantity of stock, which can lead to temporary shortages.

That being said, we do our best to maintain a large inventory of all standard items and can often hold items for customers for a short period of time while they prepare quotes or make purchasing decisions. If you have any specific concerns about inventory availability, please don’t hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to help you find a solution.

If an item you need is out of stock, we will work with you to find a solution. This may include going over potential substitutes that are immediately available, placing a special order, prioritizing production, and arranging express shipment to ensure that your order is fulfilled as quickly as possible.

Yes, we understand that sometimes customers have urgent needs and we are always willing to go the extra mile to help. While we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to prioritize production or shipping for urgent orders, we will do our best to expedite your order as much as possible. Please note that in some cases, certain projects may involve lead times from our suppliers, which may impact our ability to prioritize production or shipping. However, we will do our best to find a solution and will work with you to ensure that your urgent needs are met as much as possible. 

Please contact us or your dedicated sales/service representative to discuss your specific needs and we will do our best to help. 

Yes, we can work with you to develop a plan to ensure long-term inventory availability for your business. This may involve placing holds on certain items, setting up blanket orders, working out consignment arrangements, or establishing open orders to ensure a consistent supply of the products you need. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs and we will do our best to accommodate them and help you develop a plan that meets your business’s needs. 

Of course! Yes, we regularly offer bulk discounts and volume pricing for both OEM customers for high-volume single-model orders or for large projects. We understand that cost savings are important to our customers and we are always willing to work with them to find solutions that meet their needs without compromising our commitment to quality. If you are a dealer with a large project or if you are interested in purchasing large quantities of our products over a set timeframe, please contact your sales representative to discuss potential discounts that may be available. We will do our best to accommodate your request and help you find a solution that meets your needs.

Our headquarter location is in Burnaby (Vancouver), BC, Canada with its warehouse as well as our New Jersey, USA warehouse ships out the majority of our products to dealers, distributors, OEMs, and others. However, we also arrange shipments directly from our factory for large volumes or urgent orders.

For Canadian customers, we accept Visa, MasterCard, Debit, E-Transfers, cheques, wire transfers, and EFTs. 

For United States customers, we accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, cheques, wire transfers, and EFTs.

Please confirm with your customer service representative and/or our accounting team before making any payments. 

At Anyload, we are committed to providing exceptional customer service and support for all of our dealers and OEM customers. Our customer service team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding our products and services. We strive to respond to all inquiries in a timely and professional manner. Our goal is to ensure that every customer is completely satisfied with their experience with Anyload. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to help.

Yes, we take the confidentiality and protection of our client’s intellectual property very seriously. We have a strict confidentiality policy in place to ensure that any information or ideas shared with us are kept confidential and used only for the purpose of completing the project at hand. We also require all of our employees to sign non-disclosure agreements to further protect our client’s intellectual property.

We are happy to sign NDAs provided by our clients to further protect their intellectual property. We recommend that our clients provide us with an NDA at the beginning of the project to ensure that all necessary precautions are taken to protect their ideas and information.

Yes, we take every measure to ensure that our client’s information is kept confidential throughout the entire manufacturing process. We have strict internal protocols in place to ensure that access to confidential information is restricted to only those employees who need it to complete the project. 

We will not share your information with any third parties without your explicit consent. If it is necessary to share your information with a third party in order to complete the project, we will discuss this with you and obtain your approval before proceeding. 

While we regularly ship via UPS, FedEx, Day & Ross, and Purolator on our account or our customers, we would be happy to work with you on making special shipping arrangements that best suit your needs.

You can find our full terms of sale here: Term & Conditions AWM

TECHNICAL FAQS​

Yes, Anyload’s load cells are designed to be compatible with a variety of weighing systems. If your system is equipped with a 4- or 6-wire input terminal that is capable of receiving and processing analog millivolt-per-volt signals, you should be able to easily connect Anyload’s load cells to your system. If you do not have a device in your system that can process analog signals, you may need to use a load cell indicator to provide power to the load cell and to output a digital reading.

If you have any questions or concerns about integrating our load cells and components into your systems, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

A load cell failure can be costly for several reasons:

Downtime: If a load cell fails, it can cause production to come to a halt, leading to lost productivity and revenue. This can be especially costly if the failure occurs in a critical part of the production process.

Repairs: Repairing a load cell or replacing it with a new one can also be costly. This includes not only the cost of the replacement load cell but also the labor costs associated with installing it.

Quality control: A load cell failure can also have negative impacts on quality control. For example, if a load cell is not accurately measuring the weight of an object, it could lead to incorrect measurements and potentially defective products.

Overall, while it may be tempting to save money by purchasing cheaper load cells, the potential costs associated with a load cell failure can far outweigh the initial cost savings. As a result, it is often more cost-effective to invest in high-quality load cells that are less likely to fail.  

See the article on intrinsic safety.

Yes, we have a strong engineering department with seasoned technical sales and customer service support that regularly deals with custom orders with complicated requirements. We have the expertise and resources to take our customers through the entire process, from consultation and engineering to prototyping and production, and we offer aftersales support as well.

We can generally deliver drawings for product modifications and minor custom design revisions within 2 business days, full proposals for complicated projects within 5 business days, and we have no minimum order quantity. If you have specific needs or requirements, please don’t hesitate to contact us and we will work with you to find a custom solution that meets your needs.

CLICK HERE to read more about some of our custom solutions capabilities.

At Anyload, we hold FM Canada approval for almost all of our standard products, but we do not have CSA (Canadian Standards Association) approval. While FM Canada and CSA approval are both recognized safety standards in Canada, it’s important to check with the users or potential users of a weighing system to confirm that FM Canada approval is accepted according to their specific corporate policy or regulatory obligations. Please note that proper installation and adherence to safety guidelines must still be followed to ensure compliance in intrinsically safe electro-mechanic systems. 

There are several factors that can affect the quality of a load cell:

Materials: Higher-quality load cells are typically made from higher-grade materials that are more durable and less prone to corrosion. Cheaper load cells may be made from lower quality materials that are more prone to failure especially as improper smelting and machining may introduce stress to the materials, which negatively impacts performance and operating lifespan.

Design: Higher-quality load cells are typically designed with more precise tolerances and greater sensitivity, which makes them more accurate and reliable. Cheaper load cells may have more relaxed tolerances and lower sensitivity, which can impact their accuracy and reliability.

Manufacturing processes: Higher quality load cells are often produced using more precise manufacturing processes, such as laser cutting and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining, which results in more consistent and accurate parts. Cheaper load cells may be produced using less precise manufacturing processes, which can result in more variations in quality.

Testing and calibration: Higher-quality load cells are typically tested and calibrated more thoroughly to ensure that they meet the required specifications. Cheaper load cells may receive less thorough testing and calibration, which can impact their accuracy and reliability.

Overall, higher-quality load cells are often made from higher-grade materials, designed with greater precision and sensitivity, produced using more precise manufacturing processes, and tested and calibrated more thoroughly. These factors can contribute to the higher cost of higher-quality load cells, but they also make them more accurate and reliable, which can result in cost savings over the long term.

However, proper installation and servicing of load cells are essential for the performance of a weighing system. While we at Anyload guarantee that our products meet specific standards and specifications, it is the responsibility of the engineers and technicians who install the load cells to ensure that the weighing or force measurement setup is properly configured according to defined parameters and best-practice experience. The quality of the installation and servicing of load cells is just as important as the quality of the load cells themselves.

CLICK HERE to learn more about the proper installation and servicing of load cells.

There are several reasons why it may be beneficial to hire a scale dealer to install a weighing system rather than attempting to do it yourself:

Expertise: Scale dealers are experts in the field of weighing systems and have the knowledge and experience needed to properly install, calibrate, and service a system. They can help you choose the right system for your needs, ensure that it is properly installed, and provide ongoing training, support, and maintenance.

Safety: Installing a weighing system can be a complex and potentially hazardous task, as it involves working with heavy machinery and electrical components. A scale dealer has the training and expertise to safely install a system and minimize the risk of accidents or injuries.

Quality: A scale dealer can also help to ensure that your system is installed to the highest quality standards. This is essential to having a system that is accurate, reliable, and compliant with any relevant regulations.

Overall, hiring a scale dealer to install a weighing system can provide many benefits, including expertise, safety, and quality. It can also save time and effort, as you can trust that the installation will be done correctly and efficiently.

Here’s a partial list of services that scale dealers can provide:

Evaluation: A scale dealer can work with you to determine your business’s weighing needs and assist you in selecting the best solution.

Installation: Scale dealers can properly install weighing systems of all sizes, from simple counting scales to large production line facilities, to ensure optimal performance.

Calibration: Scale dealers often have the specialized equipment and expertise needed to calibrate weighing systems according to ISO17025 standards or prepare them for legal-for-trade certification. This can help to ensure that the systems are accurate and reliable.

Repair: Scale dealers can provide repair services for weighing systems to help ensure that they are operating accurately and reliably, reducing product overweighing and operational downtime. This may involve repairing faulty components or replacing them with new ones, as well as performing routine maintenance tasks to help prevent future problems. With their knowledge and expertise, scale dealers can help you get your weighing system up and running again as quickly as possible.  

The standardization of weights and measures has been one of the oldest functions of government. Legal-for-trade certifications are required for weighing systems that are used in commercial transactions, such as at grocery stores, truck scales, airport luggage weighing, post offices, food processors, recycling facilities, and many more.

There are several reasons why legal-for-trade certifications are important:

Consumer protection: Legal-for-trade certifications help to protect consumers by ensuring that they are receiving the correct amount of product when they make a purchase based on weight. This helps to prevent overcharging or undercharging, which can be unfair to consumers.

Business protection: Legal-for-trade certifications also help to protect businesses by ensuring that they are accurately measuring the weight of their products. This helps to prevent overweighing, which can result in giving away more products than were paid for, and overweighing, which can result in lost revenue.

Regulatory compliance: In many jurisdictions, it is required by law that weighing systems used in commercial transactions be legal-for-trade certified. This helps to ensure that businesses are operating within the law and complying with relevant regulations.  

A scale is a device used to measure the weight or mass of an object. Scales can be found in a wide range of applications, including food and kitchen scales, bathroom scales, industrial and commercial scales, and scientific and laboratory scales.

A load cell is a type of transducer that is used to convert a force, such as weight or pressure, into an electrical signal. Load cells are commonly used in scales and other weighing and measurement equipment, as well as in a variety of other applications where it is necessary to measure force.

Load cells are designed to be highly accurate and precise, and are used in a variety of industries including manufacturing, transportation, and construction. There are many different types of load cells available, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and strain gauge load cells, each of which is suited to different types of applications.

In general, a scale is a device that uses a load cell or other transducer to measure the weight or mass of an object, while a load cell is a specific type of transducer that converts a force into an electrical signal.  

A sensor is a device that detects and measures physical or chemical quantities, such as temperature, pressure, humidity, or light, and converts them into an electrical signal that can be measured and interpreted by a device or system. Sensors are used in a wide range of applications, including scientific and industrial processes, environmental monitoring, and consumer products. A load cell is a weight sensor.

A transducer is a device that converts energy from one form to another. In the context of weighing and measurement, a transducer is a device that converts a physical quantity, such as force or pressure, into an electrical signal that can be measured and interpreted. Load cells using strain gauges are a type of transducer commonly used in weighing and measurement applications.

A strain gauge is a type of transducer that is used to measure strain or the deformation of an object due to applied force. Strain gauges are commonly used in load cells and other weighing and measurement equipment, as well as in structural engineering and other applications where it is necessary to measure strain.

A load cell is a type of transducer that is used to convert a force, such as weight or pressure, into an electrical signal. Load cells are commonly used in scales and other weighing and measurement equipment, as well as in a variety of other applications where it is necessary to measure force. There are many different types of load cells available, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and strain gauge load cells, each of which is suited to different types of applications.  

At Anyload, we understand that our customers may have existing equipment or systems that they want to integrate our products into. That’s why we have designed many of our standard products to be interchangeable with the load cells of other manufacturers. Not only are our products readily stocked and cost-effective, but they are also designed to deliver exceptional performance. Our team of experienced engineers consistently works to include internal improvements to enhance performance while maintaining the same dimensional measurements.

In our product datasheets, you will find a table that lists the verified interchangeable models of our load cells with the corresponding part numbers of other suppliers. This can help you to easily determine which of our products are compatible with your existing equipment.

However, it’s important to note that there may be some differences between our products and those of other manufacturers. To help you understand any potential impact these differences may have on installation and performance, we have included asterisks (*) with footnotes in our datasheets to highlight any potential issues you should be aware of.

We strive to provide our customers with the highest level of compatibility and support, and we are always here to help if you have any questions about using our products with your existing equipment.

Here are some load cell brands with whom we share interchangeable models:

  • AND
  • Vishay
  • Rice Lake
  • HBM
  • Flintec
  • Coti Global
  • Fairbanks
  • Cardinal
  • Avery Weigh-Tronix
  • Mettler Toledo
  • Zemic

And many more listed and possibly not listed in our interchangeable table

There are many other brands that may share an interchangeable product with us that might not appear in our extensive list. If you are looking to swap out load cells made by other suppliers, please contact us and our experienced team can see if we can help out. 

When using a scale or indicator to weigh an object, the net weight is the weight of the object itself, while the gross weight includes the weight of the object and any packaging or containers. For example, if you place a bag of flour on the scale, the scale will display the gross weight of the bag, which includes the weight of the flour and the weight of the bag itself. If you want to determine the net weight of the flour, you will need to subtract the weight of the bag from the gross weight.

To determine the net weight using a scale or indicator, follow these steps:

  • Place the object on the scale or indicator and record the gross weight.
  • Remove the packaging or container from the object and place it on the scale or indicator separately. Record the weight of the packaging or container.
  • Subtract the weight of the packaging or container from the gross weight to determine the net weight of the object.

For example, if the scale displays a weight of 1.1 kilograms when the bag of flour is placed on it, and the weight of the empty bag is 100 grams, the net weight of the flour is 1 kilogram (1.1 kilograms – 100 grams = 1 kilogram).

It’s important to note that some scales or indicators may have a tare function that allows you to reset the scale to zero after placing an object on it, so you can easily weigh the object without including the weight of any packaging or containers. This can be a convenient way to determine the net weight of an object quickly and accurately.

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