Onboard weighing systems like the Loadmaster Alpha 50 are transforming how materials are handled in busy stockyard environments. This technology offers a smarter, faster, and safer way to manage bulk materials with greater accuracy and efficiency.

Loadmaster Alpha 50 Explained

The Loadmaster Alpha 50 is a highly accurate, on-board weighing system designed for retrofitting onto wheeled and telescopic loaders for operation in the fastest load-out environments. 

Core Features

• The colour touchscreen display provides a clear, easy-to-use interface for quick and intuitive operation.
• The target load feature lets you set individual product targets (up to 50) to ensure correct vehicle or product loading.
• The live last bucket “tip-off” allows you to fine-tune the final bucket load either at the stockpile or above the truck.
• The system stores up to 100 customers, 50 products, and 5 recipes for accurate record-keeping and stock management.
• Data can be safely and efficiently transferred using a USB memory stick.
• Static and dynamic weighing modes allow weighing while lifting, making the loading process faster.
• The grand total summary provides a second total to keep track of overall accumulated loads.
• The pre-set tare function enables net weighing by subtracting the weight of pallets or containers.
• A printer option is available to produce hard copies of load summaries and totals.
• The calibration ‘nudge’ feature allows for quick adjustments to match a known site reference, such as a weighbridge.
• An audible alarm can be set to sound when the load reaches or exceeds a set overload threshold.
• A system pause button is included to allow temporary stops in operation when needed.

Benefits in a Stock Yard Environment

A stockyard environment is a busy area where materials are stored, handled, and loaded for transport. Vehicles such as wheeled loaders and dumper trucks operate frequently, making the Loadmaster Alpha 50 essential for accurately measuring material loads.

Increases loading efficiency

Operators can set a truck target weight and weigh material during the lift cycle. The Live last bucket feature ensures load optimisation. This speeds up load-out operations.

Cuts vehicle movements on site

With accurate weighing done during loading, vehicles no longer need to make return trips from the weighbridge for tip-off. This saves time, fuel and reduces overall site traffic

Safety

Overloaded vehicles pose a safety risk that can lead to accidents and damage to equipment. Onboard weighing systems like the Loadmaster Alpha 50 maintain safe load limits and promote safer working conditions for those on site.

You can contact the RDS MME team by calling 01249 479356 or sending a message to sales@rdsmme.co.uk.