How Do You Know Which Retail Printing Scale to Choose for Your Operations?
This is an important question to ask, and to get the answer to. There are numerous aspects that will influence which printing scale you ultimately decide on for your business. There are many applications in which retail printing scales are used, from being used in the deli, to the meat market, at farmers’ markets, in restaurants, and to weigh candy in bulk. One of the biggest mistakes you can make as a retailer is to buy a scale without knowing which features you need from your retail printing scale. Let us take a closer look at some of the features that will influence the decision of which retail printing scale you decide on for your business:
- Pricing computing;
- Removable platform;
- Weighing units (kg, g)
- Size and spill protection;
- AC/DC – 220 V or battery;
- Accuracy versus capacity; and
- Government requirements, to name only a few.
Why The Size of Your Retail Printing Scale Matters
One of the first things you should notice when shopping around for a retail printing scale is its dimensions and platform size. Will the scale be placed on a counter with limited space? Will it be used to weigh bulky, large items? These are only a few of the reasons why it is important to determine your scale’s required size. Make sure you choose a scale size that fits your operational needs.
TARE Feature
Most retail printing scales come have an extremely useful feature called TARE. It is a simple feature that helps to make sure that your customers get what they pay for, and that you receive an accurate amount for the goods sold. This feature removes the weight of any item placed on the scale. Use this feature to place items in a container, subsequently receiving the exact weight of the items, excluding the container’s weight. It means your customers will never pay for the weight of the containers of their fruit, salad, and meat. Instead, you have an accurate depiction of the actual weight of the items they are buying from you, ensuring happy customers all around.
Accuracy versus Capacity
Before deciding on a retail printing scale for your business, there are a few questions you need answers to. What is the smallest weight you will ever need to measure; for example, 5 g, or 20 g? What is the maximum weight you will ever have to weigh on the scale; for example, 10 kg, or 15 kg? Once you determine this, you merely need to choose a scale that meets your accuracy and capacity needs.
Government Requirements
Depending on your local municipal laws or government requirements, your business may need a scale approved for use in the retail trade. South African laws require that scales be SABS- and SANAS-approved, according to the Trade Metrology Act. It is always recommended to check with local authorities to ascertain any specific approvals or requirements to using your scale in legal trade.
Choose Teraoka for the Most Advanced Retail Printing Scales in Southern Africa
Over many decades, we have forged a solid reputation for supplying only the very finest quality industrial and retail printing scales in Southern Africa. Throughout the years, we have helped many up-and-coming businesses, as well as established outfits, to upscale their operations, and boost efficiency in their companies. Let us do the same for you. Our team is available to provide you with the insight and help needed to make informed purchase decisions. Another reason behind our popularity in the marketplace is the fact that we are the exclusive distributor of Teraoka/DIGI Weighing Systems and Anritsu Inspection Systems in Southern Africa. This means you will not be able to source these systems from any other supplier. Tap into our large buying power, and enjoy competitive prices and excellent after-sales care, ensuring you enjoy the most benefit from your retail printing scales.
Although we are headquartered in Johannesburg, we can service our nationwide and continental clients through our network of ten sales and service branches, strategically placed countrywide. If you are in search of a wide array of products, superior after-sales service, and world-class brands, you have come to the right place. Speak to us today to learn more about us, and what we do, as well as for the advice you need to confidently choose the best retail printing scale for your operations.