Shipping Bench Scales

Shipping bench scales weigh cartons, parcels and totes at packing tables, warehouse docks and shipping stations. MNM Scales stocks shipping bench scales from A&D, Brecknell, Mettler Toledo, Torrey, CAS and MNM Scales, from 60 lb packing scales to 1,000 lb portable platforms, with USB and RS-232 options for shipping software. Every scale ships free, and we serve industrial shipping operations across Houston, TX with calibration and repair.

Popular shipping bench scales in stock

• A&D FG-60KAM: 150 lb x 0.01 lb on an 11.8 x 15 in stainless pan with column display, a favorite for parcel stations.
• A&D FG-150KAM: 300 lb x 0.02 lb, medium platform with column.
• A&D FG-150KAL: 300 lb x 0.02 lb, large 15.4 x 20.9 in platform for bigger cartons.
• A&D FG-150KBM low-profile bench scale: 300 lb x 0.02 lb, low platform that is easy to slide boxes onto.
• A&D FG-150KAMN: 300 lb x 0.1 lb, NTEP approved for charging by weight.
• Mettler Toledo BC-60U shipping scale: 150 lb x 0.05 lb with stainless top.
• Brecknell PS330 parcel and shipping scale: 330 lb x 0.2 lb.
• MNM Scales Intelligent APM-60 portable bench shipping scale: NTEP, legal for trade, 60 kg.
• Torrey EQB-50/100 bench shipping scale: 100 lb x 0.02 lb, NTEP.
• MNM Scales portable heavy-duty shipping bench scale: 1,000 lb on a 20 x 20 in plate with wheels and handle.
• Brecknell LPS-15 bench scale: 30 lb low-profile scale for small parcels, portions and in-house weighing.

Shop related shipping scales

• Shipping and postal scales, including compact parcel and letter scales.
• Brecknell scales, including parcel and postal models, and MNM Scales shipping scales.
• Mettler Toledo shipping scales, including the BC-60 and PS60 families.
• NTEP bench scales for charging by weight.
• Floor scales for pallets and freight.
• All bench scales.

How to choose a shipping bench scale

Capacity for your heaviest box

Most e-commerce and small-business shippers use a 150 lb scale; warehouses with heavier cartons choose 300 lb or more. UPS and FedEx accept parcels up to 150 lb, so a 150 lb x 0.01 lb or 0.05 lb scale covers most parcel work with fine readability. Our guide to the best shipping scale for small business compares options.

Platform size

Match the platform to your typical carton. An 11.8 x 15 in pan suits most boxes; a 15.4 x 20.9 in or 20 x 20 in platform suits large cartons and totes. Column-mounted displays stay readable when a box overhangs the pan.

Column or low profile

Column displays put the readout at eye level. Low-profile platforms such as the A&D FG-150KBM let packers slide heavy boxes on and off with ease.

Connect to shipping software

Choose a model with USB or RS-232 output to send weights straight into your shipping platform and cut keying errors. Check each product page for the interface and cable details; cables are sold separately where marked “not included”.

Charging by weight

If you charge customers by weight, as a freight counter or pack-and-ship store does, choose an NTEP approved scale such as the A&D FG-150KAMN or Torrey EQB-50/100.

Who uses shipping bench scales

Industries we serve across Houston and Texas use shipping bench scales every day:

• Warehouses and logistics: weigh outbound cartons and totes at packing stations, and check inbound parcels against the packing list.
• Food distributors: weigh cases and mixed totes before they ship, and confirm order weights at the dock.
• Steel, metal and fasteners: weigh boxes of bolts, nuts and parts, and check outbound orders by weight.
• Paper goods: weigh cases of paper products and packaging for freight quotes and shipping labels.
• E-commerce and small businesses: weigh every parcel for accurate postage and carrier labels.

Calibration for shipping scales

Add calibration to any shipping bench scale and we calibrate it at our Cypress shop before it ships. Pricing follows the scale’s maximum capacity:

A scale whose capacity is exactly at a tier limit uses the lower tier.

A 60 lb scale falls in the 6.2–35 kg tier, a 150 lb, 300 lb or 330 lb (150 kg) scale in the 35–150 kg tier, and a 400 lb or larger scale in the over 150 kg tier. Calibration usually takes 1–3 business days after receipt. For scales you already own, use mail-in calibration.

Shipping scale service in Houston

Our TDA-Registered Technicians calibrate and repair shipping scales on-site at warehouses and distribution centers across Houston and the surrounding suburbs, including Katy, The Woodlands and Pasadena and Baytown, with Dallas, Austin and San Antonio on request. On-site service is $295 plus $2 per mile round trip, charged once per visit, with calibration priced per scale, so calibrating every station in one visit keeps the cost per scale low. See scale calibration in Houston and scale repair.

Shipping scale repair: the problems we fix most

Calibration mode or settings changed by accident

A wrong button sequence can open calibration or setup mode, or change the units or graduation. The scale then reads wrong or shows a code. A technician resets the settings and recalibrates with test weights. Our guide to scale error codes explains the common displays.

Load cells worn out by heavy use

Dropped boxes, overloads and years of heavy use wear out the load cell under the platform. Signs include a drifting zero, readings that change with box position and a scale that will not hold calibration. We test the cell, replace it and recalibrate.

Cut or damaged cables

Carts, pallet jacks and station moves can cut the cable between the platform and the column display. We replace the cable and recalibrate. See scale repair in Houston for all brands and types of scales, in-shop and on-site.

Shipping scale rentals

MNM Scales rents all types of scales, including shipping bench scales for peak season, inventory counts and short-term projects. See scale rental in Houston.

Shipping bench scale FAQ

What is the best shipping bench scale for a warehouse?

For most warehouses, a 300 lb x 0.02 lb platform such as the A&D FG-150KAM or FG-150KAL handles cartons of every size with fine readability. For high-volume parcel stations, the 150 lb A&D FG-60KAM is a fast, precise choice.

What capacity shipping scale do I need?

Choose a capacity above your heaviest package. For parcel service up to 150 lb, a 150 lb scale works; for freight cartons and totes, choose 300 lb to 1,000 lb.

Can a shipping scale connect to my computer?

Yes. Many shipping bench scales offer USB or RS-232 output to send weights into shipping software.

Do I need an NTEP shipping scale?

Choose NTEP when the weight sets a price you charge a customer, such as pack-and-ship counters and freight billing. For weighing your own outbound parcels, any accurate shipping scale works.

How fast do shipping scales arrive?

Shipping is free nationwide from our Cypress, TX shop. Call (832) 290-3120 for a delivery estimate to your location.

Can you supply scales for every packing station?

Yes. Contact us 24/7 or call (832) 290-3120 for a wholesale quote, and read our tips for buying scales in bulk.

How do I get a quote?

Call (832) 290-3120 or contact us 24/7. Shop visits in Cypress are by appointment, and Dallas, Austin and San Antonio service is available on request with a quote.