Intercomp advances vehicle weighing technology

First published in the Intertraffic Innovations Guide - April 15, 2020

Intercomp has announced that its Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) strip sensors have attained an OIML R134 certification unmatched by any other manufacturer of vehicle scales. The company has added Class 5E certification up to 40km/h to Intercomp’s previous Class 10F certification which was achieved previously with two, three, and four rows of sensors up to mainline speeds of 100km/h.

Using technology based on strain gauge technology, commonly recognised for its accuracy and stability over time and various temperatures, Intercomp manufactures strain gauge based scales and sensors for system integrators and end users throughout the world. In a unique position amongst providers of vehicle scales and sensors, it has a wide portfolio including several. certified portable scales, the company’s in-ground LS-WIM Axle Scale, and the WIM Strip Sensor certified for use at low and high speeds.