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Weighbridge Installation at  Mr. Green Africa

Case Study:

 Fully Automated Weighbridge Installation at Mr. Green Africa, Nairobi

Introduction

Mr. Green Africa, a leading waste recycling company in Nairobi, Kenya, sought to enhance its operational efficiency by implementing a reliable and accurate vehicle weighing system. To achieve this, they partnered with Scales Technology Solutions (Scalestech) to install a state-of-the-art, fully automated digital weighbridge at their facility.

Project Overview

Client: Mr. Green Africa

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Weighbridge Type: Digital ESIT Weighbridge

Capacity: 80 Tons

Key Components:

  • ESIT weighbridge deck
  • High-precision load cells
  • CCTV surveillance system
  • Weighbridge control room
  • Weighbridge management software
  • Calibration tools

Installation Process

Site Assessment & Planning

  • Conducted a comprehensive site survey to determine optimal placement, ensuring efficient traffic flow and integration with existing infrastructure.

Groundbreaking & Civil Works

  • Executed excavation and groundwork preparation, including soil stabilization and drainage planning, to establish a solid foundation.

Foundation Construction

  • Built a reinforced concrete foundation tailored to support the 80-ton capacity of the ESIT weighbridge deck.

Control Room Setup

  • Constructed a dedicated control room equipped with necessary hardware and software interfaces for seamless operation.

Deck & Load Cell Installation

  • Installed the ESIT steel deck and integrated high-precision load cells to ensure accurate weight measurements.

CCTV Surveillance Integration

  • Implemented a comprehensive CCTV system to monitor weighbridge operations and enhance security.

Software Configuration

  • Deployed user-friendly weighbridge management software, facilitating automated data collection, reporting, and weight verification.

Calibration & Testing

  • Performed meticulous calibration using certified test weights to ensure compliance with Kenyan standards and guarantee measurement accuracy.

Outcome

The Mai Mahiu weighbridge is now a fully operational, automated solution delivering fast, reliable, and accurate vehicle weight readings — significantly improving logistics management in the region.


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