We do sell a decent number of high quality crane scales every year and there are a handful of key features that crane scale customers often look for. So we decided to put together a list of the top 5 must have features for your next crane scale. So, let’s take a look at our picks for the must have functions of a crane scale.
Crane Scales Need Battery Power
Not every single application needs battery power but most crane scale applications require the scale to hang in the air pretty far away from the wall outlet. So, it’s nice to have a crane scale with battery power. In fact, some crane scales even have a battery pack, a backup battery pack and an external battery charger.
You Need to be able to Read Your Hanging Scale Weight Display
A high-quality crane scale should be built to last for years of service. You should also be able to easily see your weight readings. Those weight readings would either be straight off the front of the crane scale or perhaps off a remote which can also display the weight reading. Also related to this is the battle between LCD vs. LED weight displays. A bright, easy-to-read display is essential, especially in low-light environments. We recommend scales with backlit LCD displays to ensure that measurements are always visible.
Look for a Crane Scale Built Tough
We get it, it’s 2025 and everyone shops around for scales online. There are literally thousands of cheap plastic alternatives available to just about every kind of product out there. The same is true for crane scales. You can probably find some “cheap crane scale” that is priced less than a couple hundred dollars if you look hard enough. Unfortunately, the cheap item is probably not going to last very long. When you purchase crane scales, be sure to look for materials like heavy-duty steel or industrial-grade cast construction that can withstand harsh environments and rigorous use. Do you have an outdoor weighing application? Choose a digital hanging scale with weatherproof construction.
Choose a High-Quality Crane Scale that is Accurate
Precision weighing is very important in overhead weighing applications. A top rated crane scale is designed to provide accurate weight readings, many times with tolerances of 0.1 of one percent. This type of weighing accuracy is what users want whether weighing large industrial loads or smaller items at the foundry.
Find a Crane Scale that is Easy to Use and Safe
We say this all the time but choose a scale that is easy to use! So many customers get fixated on a certain scale from overseas because of the $ but then when everyone sees the scale and it’s non user friendly keypad, nobody knows how to use the scale! Choose a scale that is easy to use with a user friendly keypad. Some scales even features wireless technology like Bluetooth, allowing users to monitor weights remotely, reducing the need for direct interaction with the scale during operation. These features can boost efficiency and safety.
Final Thoughts
Choosing the right crane scale can make weighing easier and safer. By focusing on the Top 5 Must Have Features for Your Crane Scale, like we’ve mentioned above, companies can ensure their overhead weighing device delivers accurate and reliable performance. Don’t hesitate to contact our customer service department and ask about the crane scales that we recommend for certain weighing applications. Remember we’ve been recommending crane scales to customers for over twenty years.