Intercomp LS‑WIM® Axle Scales Keep Aggregate Vehicles Compliant in Australia
Fleet Plant Hire chose Intercomp’s LS‑WIM® (Low‑Speed Weigh‑In‑Motion) scale system to ensure weight compliance of commercial trucks at its quarry site while improving throughput and reducing costs.
Context
Since 2018, Australia’s Chain of Responsibility (CoR) laws hold all parties involved in the hiring or operation of commercial transportation legally responsible for violations of applicable transportation regulations. In response to these requirements, Fleet Plant Hire — a civil plant hire logistics company — sought a reliable and efficient way to verify the compliance of departing vehicles.
They selected Intercomp’s LS‑WIM® scale system as a highly efficient and cost‑effective solution for a quarry environment.
Customer Perspective
“Our LS‑WIM® scale systems are installed as part of a quarry application. We decided this scale was the best suited for the relatively harsh environment. The solutions presented by Intercomp allow us to track and comply with regulations for gross vehicle weight, while also providing split and axle weight data to ensure legality. Right now, we are the only civil plant hire company in our area weighing vehicles with split weights prior to worksite departure, giving us a clear edge on the competition.”
Operations & Workflow
For a major civil infrastructure expansion project, each departing vehicle is weighed axle‑by‑axle as it rolls over the weighbridge. Individual axle and gross weight data appear on high‑visibility LED displays, allowing drivers to confirm a full load while remaining axle‑weight compliant — without stopping for a weigh ticket or scale attendant.
Weight data collected by the system also enables managers to analyze performance and refine efficient yard procedures.
Cost & Maintenance Advantages
The LS‑WIM® was especially attractive because total scale and installation costs are less than half those of a full‑length weighbridge. Minimal civil works, a compact footprint, and the use of commercially available components keep operational costs low and simplify cleaning and maintenance — saving money over time.
Key Benefits
- Efficient weighing for trucks in high‑traffic locations.
- Lower upfront cost: Initial investment is less than half that of a full‑length truck scale.
- Driver‑friendly: LED displays show axle and gross weights without requiring tickets or attendant interaction.
- Supports compliance with CoR regulations via axle, split, and gross vehicle weights.
Outcome
The effective deployment of Intercomp WIM systems has given Fleet Plant Hire a competitive advantage. The low‑cost, high‑impact solution improves operational efficiency and profitability while providing clients a reliable safeguard against potential overweight fines.
