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Column & Canister Load Cells for Weighbridges & Heavy Vessels

ZFA supplies column and canister load cells from international brands, backed by over 17 years of experience in industrial weighing, for high-capacity weighing systems and demanding industrial applications.

  • Rocker Column & Self-Centering Design: The double-convex design helps restore vertical load alignment after truck braking forces and structural thermal expansion, reducing the need for complex side restraint rods.
  • Ultra-High Capacity Weighing: Available capacities include 10, 20, 50, and 100 tonnes, with some models exceeding 300 tonnes per load cell, depending on the product range.
  • Truck Scales, Rail Weighbridges & Industrial Vessels: Suitable for electronic truck scales, railway weighing systems, cement batching plants, storage silos, and large industrial vessels.
  • Hardened Cup & Ball Mountings: Upper and lower hardened mounting cups, load buttons, and anti-rotation components support stable load transfer and help control unwanted movement.
  • Hermetic Sealing & Lightning Protection: Depending on the model, features may include laser-welded stainless steel construction, IP68/IP69K protection, and integrated surge protection using gas discharge tubes or surge suppressors.
  • Analog & Digital Diagnostics: Available signal options may include analog mV/V outputs and digital RS485 communication, with individual load cell diagnostics for identifying faulty weighing points on supported systems. Selected models may comply with OIML R60 accuracy classes C3 to C6.
  • Regional Supply & Engineering Support: ZFA supports product selection, calibration coordination, and weighing system integration across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the wider GCC region.

Models

Available models.

  • Thames Side T34 Compression Column Load Cell

    High-accuracy analogue compression column load cell with self-centering rocker design, hermetically sealed for legal-for-trade truck scales, weighbridges, and harsh or hazardous environment applications.

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    • Q&A

    Frequently Asked Questions

    A column load cell is a compression load cell with a cylindrical structure that shortens under load to measure high forces accurately.

    They are commonly used in silo weighing, tank weighing, vessel weighing, and other high-capacity industrial weighing systems.

    Their cylindrical design supports very high loads while keeping a limited diameter, making them compact and strong.

    Yes, they are built for durability, stability, and reliable performance in demanding industrial conditions.

    Price depends on capacity, material, accuracy, and protection rating. ZFA can provide a quotation based on your application.

    ZFA supplies column and canister load cells from international brands, backed by over 17 years of experience in industrial weighing, helping customers select suitable solutions for truck scales, rail weighbridges, silos, tanks, and other high-capacity weighing applications.

    Yes, ZFA serves Egypt, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Libya, Oman, Qatar, and the wider GCC region.

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