Ohaus Shipping Scales – Accurate Parcel & Freight Weighing for Despatch & Logistics
Ohaus shipping scales are purpose-built weighing instruments designed for accurate, fast parcel and freight weighing in despatch, mailroom, courier, and logistics environments. Combining Ohaus’s 100+ years of weighing expertise with practical features tailored to high-throughput shipping operations, they provide the reliable weight data needed for carrier compliance, postage calculation, freight billing, and customs documentation.
Accurate parcel weighing is essential for any business that ships goods — underweight readings can result in surcharges and delays, while overweight readings mean overpaying on postage and freight costs. Ohaus shipping scales are designed to eliminate both problems, delivering fast, accurate weight readings with large, easy-to-read displays that allow operators to process parcels quickly without sacrificing accuracy. Many models include connectivity options for direct integration with shipping software, label printers, and despatch management systems, enabling weight data to flow automatically into shipping labels and carrier manifests without manual data entry. Trade-approved models are available for legal-for-trade freight billing applications.
Key Features
- Fast, accurate weight readings for high-throughput parcel and freight despatch operations
- Large, easy-to-read displays for quick weight readout in busy despatch environments
- Multiple weighing units — kg, lb, and oz for domestic and international shipping requirements
- Tare function for instant net weight measurement with packaging and containers
- RS-232 and USB connectivity for integration with shipping software and label printers
- Trade-approved models available for legal-for-trade freight billing applications
- Compact, robust construction suited to despatch bench and mailroom use
- High capacity options for weighing larger parcels and freight items
Common Applications
- E-commerce despatch — accurate parcel weighing for postage calculation and carrier label generation
- Mailroom and post rooms — letter, packet, and parcel weighing for internal and external mail
- Courier and freight — consignment weighing for freight billing and carrier compliance
- Warehousing and logistics — outbound parcel and pallet weight verification for despatch documentation
- Retail despatch — click-and-collect and returns weighing for accurate postage and refund processing
- Customs and export — accurate weight data for customs declarations and export documentation
All Ohaus shipping scales are available with UKAS-traceable calibration certificates on request. Browse the range below to find the right capacity and connectivity for your despatch operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Ohaus shipping scales connect to my shipping software?
Yes. Most Ohaus shipping scales include RS-232 and USB connectivity for direct integration with shipping software platforms, label printers, and despatch management systems. This allows weight data to flow automatically into shipping labels and carrier manifests without manual entry, reducing errors and speeding up the despatch process. Contact us for compatibility advice specific to your shipping software.
Are Ohaus shipping scales trade approved for freight billing?
Trade-approved models are available in the Ohaus shipping scale range, carrying OIML Class III approval for legal-for-trade freight billing and commercial transactions by weight. Please check individual product listings or contact our team to confirm trade approval status for specific models.
What capacity do I need for my shipping scale?
This depends on the maximum weight of the parcels or freight items you need to weigh. For standard parcel and e-commerce despatch, a capacity of 30–50 kg is typically sufficient. For larger freight items, higher-capacity models are available. As a general rule, select a scale with a capacity at least 20% above your maximum expected parcel weight to ensure accurate readings across your full range of shipments.
What weighing units do Ohaus shipping scales support?
Most Ohaus shipping scales support kg, lb, and oz as standard, covering both domestic UK and international shipping requirements. Some models may support additional units. Check individual product listings to confirm the units available on the specific model you are considering.
Are calibration certificates available?
Yes. Traceable calibration certificates are available on request for all Ohaus shipping scales. Contact our team when ordering to arrange calibration documentation.
