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Hydraulic Weighing Kits For Fork Lift Trucks

Hydraulic Weighing Kits For Fork Lift Trucks

Phoenix have introduced a new range into their products. The Hydraulic Weighing Kit for Fork Lift Trucks. Easy to install, it is connected to the hydraulic system with a simple tee connector. Ideal for simple weight checks,control of goods in and out of the...

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Road Traffic Act 1988

THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 The Road Traffic Act 1988 requires “vehicle users” to ensure that vehicles are not overloaded. If a vehicle is found to be overloaded both the driver and operator could be prosecuted or cautioned. Legislation imposes fines of up to £5,000 for...

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Van Overloading

Van Overloading

Van overloading is becoming a big problem for Law Enforcement. Over 10,000 vans were stopped and weighed,over 80% were over weight in the year 2014 / 15. Insurance can become invalid if a van is shown to be overloaded after an accident. New WIM sensors are now picking...

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SOLAS Regulation Changes

SOLAS Regulation Changes

New SOLAS regulations arrive July 1st 2016. These require a verified container weight.  Shippers should be ready to comply with these regulations from June 2016.  To comply, precision weighing solutions will be required to provide a verified gross mass.  The following...

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