Abattoir Scale – Micro A12E Overhead Track

Precision. Hygiene. Efficiency. — Why Overhead Track Scales Are a Game-Changer for Meat Processing

If you run an abattoir, butchery or meat-processing plant, having the right equipment can make all the difference. That’s why investing in a high-quality overhead-track scale — such as the galvanized, heavy-duty models offered by Border Scales — can transform the way you handle carcasses, streamline workflows, and boost your operational efficiency.

Hygiene-Ready, Heavy-Duty and Built for Meat Processing

The overhead-track scales on offer with either 300kg, 600 kg or 1500kg capacity are purpose-built for inline carcass weighing. When ordering,  they can be specified as single or dual track options.

• Their galvanized mild-steel construction ensures robustness and easy cleaning, which is critical to meet strict hygiene standards in abattoirs and butcheries.

• A rail length of 800mm for 300kg x 100g and 600kg x 200g, or 1000mm for the 1500kg x 500g models, provide the versatility needed for different carcass sizes and processing stages.

• The models are designed for inline weighing — so carcasses remain on the overhead rail, moving on rollers with hooks, improving workflow and reducing manual handling.

Benefits Beyond Just “Weighing” — Efficiency, Accuracy & Compliance

Using overhead-track scales brings multiple advantages beyond simply getting a weight:

• Time savings & improved workflow: Overhead scales allow for instant, inline weighing without needing to move carcasses to a separate platform — this reduces handling time and keeps your production line fluid. This aligns with the broader benefits of overhead weighing systems, which are known to save time and reduce manual labour.

• Accurate, legal-for-trade measurements: These overhead-track scales are certified for legal metrology in South Africa. This means you can use them for trade-based weight measurement — important when pricing meat or handling regulatory compliance.

• Improved inventory management & traceability: With accurate weight data at the point of carcass processing, you can better monitor yields, reduce waste, and standardize portion control. This helps improve cost-efficiency and ensure consistency in product quality and pricing.

• Durability and longevity: Built from durable materials and designed for the rugged conditions of slaughterhouses and meat processing plants — overhead-track scales are a long-term investment that withstands heavy use.

Why Many South African Meat Processors Choose Overhead-Track Scales

In the South African context — with dense regulations, hygiene requirements, and the need for reliable “trade-legal” weighing — overhead-track scales from trusted suppliers offer many benefits:

• Options approved for legal metrology and trade compliance (e.g. the Micro A12E Overhead Track Scale).

• A design suited for inline carcass weighing, helping butcheries and abattoirs move carcasses efficiently through the line without manual lifting or re-weighing.

• Robust build quality (galvanized or stainless steel) that withstands wash-downs, frequent use, and the demanding environment of meat processing facilities.

In Short: A Smart Investment for Long-Term Gains

For any meat processing operation — whether a small butchery or a large abattoir — implementing overhead-track scales can deliver tangible improvements: faster throughput, reliable and legal-for-trade weighing, improved hygiene compliance, better yield control, and operational efficiency.

In a world where consistency, compliance and cost-control matter more than ever — adopting overhead track scale technology isn’t just about measuring weight, it’s about elevating your business.