Accurate Truck & Trailer Weighing for Air Bag and Spring Suspensions—Without Breaking the Bank

Managing weight distribution across axle groups is critical for heavy vehicles operating on roads in New Zealand, Australia, the USA, Canada, the UK, and Europe. With rising enforcement of overload weight compliance laws, fleet operators and owner-drivers alike need a cost-effective truck scale solution that works across all suspension types—including air bag suspension systems and mechanical spring setups.

Enter Loadsense Scales: a trusted name in truck and trailer weighing systems that deliver accuracy, simplicity, and affordability.

Why Weight Distribution Matters More Than Ever

Incorrect weight distribution isn’t just bad for compliance—it increases the risk of:

  • Fines and penalties for overloading axle groups

  • Premature tyre and suspension wear

  • Compromised braking performance and vehicle safety

  • Structural damage to public roads and infrastructure

Proper weighing ensures each axle group remains within legal limits. Whether you’re hauling freight across Queensland or navigating narrow roads in the UK, Loadsense helps you stay safe, efficient, and legal.

Compatible with All Suspension Types

Loadsense Truck and Trailer Scales are designed to work with the full range of suspension systems:

✅ Air Bag Suspension Systems

Common in modern trucks and trailers due to their ride comfort and adaptability, air suspension allows for easier load leveling.
Loadsense Air Suspension Weighing uses air pressure sensors fitted to the air bellows to deliver precise weight readings in real time. This setup is:

  • Non-intrusive and easy to install

  • Highly accurate across variable load conditions

  • Ideal for long-haul and general freight transport

✅ Mechanical Spring Suspension Systems

Often found on heavy-duty, rugged-use trucks and trailers, mechanical (leaf or coil) spring systems are known for their durability.
Loadsense Mechanical Spring Suspension Scales use strain gauge or deflection sensors mounted near the spring packs or chassis. These sensors monitor:

  • Axle deflection under load

  • Consistent readings over tough terrain

  • Heavy vehicle compliance with axle group limits

✅ Combination Suspension Setups

Many fleets include trailers with air suspension paired with mechanical spring truck units (or vice versa). Loadsense offers customised sensor packages to cover mixed fleets, ensuring accuracy across the board.

Benefits of the Loadsense Weighing System

✅ Cost-Effective: A fraction of the cost of full weighbridge systems or OEM on-board weighing systems
✅ Easy to Install: Designed for retrofitting existing trucks and trailers with minimal downtime
✅ Simple Calibration: User-friendly process, no technical training required
✅ Real-Time Monitoring: View load data on in-cab displays or remote monitoring apps
✅ Legal Compliance: Helps you meet government regulations on overloading across national and international roads

From New Zealand to the UK, Loadsense is trusted by operators looking for performance without complexity.

Overload Compliance by Country

Region Overload Enforcement
New Zealand Strict axle group weight enforcement under NZTA
Australia NHVR requirements mandate axle-based limits
USA FMCSA rules limit weight per axle group, varies by state
Canada Provincial laws enforce bridge formula and group weight
UK DVSA applies heavy fines for axle overloading
Europe EU-wide regulations enforced by national transport authorities

Using a truck and trailer scale like Loadsense ensures you’re covered across these jurisdictions.

Loadsense Sensors – The Heart of the System

  • Air Pressure Sensors: For air bag suspension, measure air pressure inside each airbag

  • Strain Gauge Load Cells: Attach to spring hangers or chassis on mechanical spring suspensions

  • Axle Deflection Sensors: Ideal for high-accuracy readings on leaf-spring setups

  • In-Cab Displays & Mobile Apps: Drivers can monitor weight in real-time before hitting the road

Trusted Across Industries

Whether you’re hauling logs in British Columbia, milk in Waikato, or freight in the Outback, Loadsense provides the flexibility and confidence needed to stay compliant and profitable.

Industries using Loadsense include:

  • General Freight

  • Livestock Transport

  • Agriculture & Bulk Haulage

  • Construction

  • Logging & Timber

  • Heavy Machinery Transport

Ready to Fit Your Fleet?

Whether you operate a single unit or a national fleet, Loadsense Scales can be customised to your vehicles and suspension setup. Achieve better weight distribution, avoid overload fines, and improve vehicle longevity.

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Stay compliant. Stay safe. Stay cost-effective—with Loadsense.