The AHS NTEP-approved hanging scale from Intelligent Weighing offers a feature-packed, economical solution for bulk weighing applications. With four weighing capacities available up to 60 lbs, the AHS is suitable for a variety of industries, including cannabis, meat processing, farmers markets, and materials testing. Let's dive deeper into what the AHS offers and why it is one of our most popular products.

NTEP Approved

All models are NTEP Accuracy Class III approved for legal for trade applications. You can view the Certificate of Conformance here. Please check with your local state weights and measures department to have your new scale placed into service before using the AHS in legal for trade weighing scenarios.

Setup

The only setup required for the AHS is to suspend it from a suitable structure based on weighing needs. You'll want to consider the length of the items you intend on weighing to make sure you have ample room below the unit. Safety should also be in consideration when choosing a suspension location. In general, find a support structure that has little to no flexibility and can withstand at least five times the rated capacity of the scale for optimal operating safety.

Simple Operation

With its large LCD screen and 4-button keypad, the AHS hanging scale is simple to set up and operate. The AHS utilizes on/zero, mode, hold, and off buttons to get the job done with little to no training required. Save time and money when training new employees by allowing them to focus on performing their duties and not tackling complex scale functions during weighing.

Users can easily switch between weighing units, including grams, kilograms, pounds, and pound-ounces using the mode key. The hold key retains the last displayed or peak stable weight reading for easy recording. The on/tare key allows for an optional hanging pan for smaller parts weighing. Auto zero tracking ensures users always start at a zero weight reading.

Using the AHS in Cannabis Production

The AHS is an excellent solution for weighing large, oversized, or otherwise bulky materials. The cannabis industry uses hanging scales like the AHS for net weight measurements of cannabis right after harvest, known as wet weighing cannabis. Using a traditional platform scale for wet weighing is possible, but not recommended.

Some cannabis producers use totes for whole-plant weighing, but this can lead to inaccurate readings if not centered on the platform correctly. The hook of the AHS series hanging scale allows the entire plant to be suspended from the scale for a more accurate reading without having to tare an additional tote or pan. Hanging of the plant from the root system or plant base is the best way to accomplish the most accurate weighing.

Portability

The lightweight design of the AHS offers total portability by using 4 C type batteries, providing accurate weighing wherever needed for up to 250 hours. An automatic off feature helps conserve battery power ensuring the AHS is ready to go when you need it. An optional AC adapter extends the operational time when the scale operates in one location. From the grow house to the packaging facility, the AHS has you covered.

Options

Intelligent Weighing offers four variations of the AHS, including a 6, 15, 30, and 60-pound capacity model. Optional accessories include an AC adapter for uninterrupted operation, the Traveler transport case, and a hanging pan. If you plan on using your AHS in multiple locations, be sure to add the Traveler hard body case to protect your investment during transport or storage. The optional hanging pan expands the capability of the AHS to measure smaller parts or pieces that otherwise cannot hang.

Conclusion

The AHS series of hanging scales from Intelligent Weighing offers versatility, portability, and a budget-friendly solution for many legal for trade applications that require and NTEP-approved scale. Particularly well suited for the cannabis industry, the AHS is suitable for a wide variety of agricultural, industrial, and food processing applications. Have additional questions about the AHS? Please reach out to one of our technicians via chat, email, or phone.