{"title":"Marine Weighing Equipment","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"choosing\"\u003eWhich marine scale fits your work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/m2-marine-scale\"\u003eM2\u003c\/a\u003e is the bench scale for catch, boxes and packing up to 400 kg. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/m3-scientific-marine-scale\"\u003eM3\u003c\/a\u003e is the scientific scale for samples up to 6 kg. For tubs, pallets and bulk up to 3,000 kg choose the flip-up \u003ca href=\"\/products\/m5-marine-platform-scale\"\u003eM5\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/m6-marine-platform-scale\"\u003eM6\u003c\/a\u003e platform scale. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/r50-catch-label-system\"\u003eR50\u003c\/a\u003e registers catches and prints box labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot sure yet? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/buying-guides\"\u003ebuying guides\u003c\/a\u003e help you choose capacity, readability and platform size.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"m2-marine-scale","title":"M2 Series Marine Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe M2 Series is a motion-compensated bench scale for weighing, packing and labelling catch on fishing vessels and for weighing work in the offshore industry. It is available in five platform sizes from 300×250 mm to 800×600 mm and seven capacities from 6 kg to 400 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"built-for-washdown-at-sea\"\u003eBuilt for washdown at sea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M2 is made of AISI 316 stainless steel and is water-resistant, with smooth, rounded edges that leave few places for fish residue to collect. EU hygiene rules require surfaces on board that come into contact with fishery products to be corrosion-resistant, smooth and easy to clean (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/EN\/TXT\/HTML\/?uri=CELEX:32004R0853\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRegulation (EC) No 853\/2004, Annex III, Section VIII\u003c\/a\u003e). For background on steel grades and enclosure ratings, read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/stainless-steel-304-316-316l\"\u003estainless steel 304, 316 and 316L compared\u003c\/a\u003e or visit the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hygiene-materials\"\u003ehygiene and materials hub\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M2 works with different weighing platforms and hoppers, so the same scale can weigh boxes on a flat plate or loose product in a hopper. A wall mount is included as standard; a column mount is available as an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"motion-compensation\"\u003eMotion compensation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a moving vessel the force on a load cell rises and falls with every wave, so an ordinary scale shows a reading that never settles. The M2 compensates for vessel motion to give a usable weight while the deck is moving. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/why-scales-fail-at-sea\"\u003eWhy ordinary scales fail at sea\u003c\/a\u003e explains the physics, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/how-motion-compensation-works\"\u003ehow motion compensation works\u003c\/a\u003e explains what compensation achieves, and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/weighing-accuracy-rough-seas\"\u003eweighing accuracy in rough seas\u003c\/a\u003e covers what to expect in heavy weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"connectivity\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M2 connects to external devices through USB, RS232 and Ethernet. Typical connections are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elabel printers and labelling equipment for catch products and boxes;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enetwork computer systems, for an overview of weighing procedures, data and equipment;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecatch-management software and Excel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluetooth LE, a battery and the WeightControl IOT module are available as options. With \u003ca href=\"\/products\/weightcontrol-weighing-software\"\u003eWeightControl\u003c\/a\u003e, every weighing is logged automatically and can be exported. See \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/scale-interfaces-rs232-ethernet-usb-bluetooth\"\u003escale interfaces: RS232, Ethernet, USB and Bluetooth\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/weighing-data-logging\"\u003eweighing data logging\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"typical-applications\"\u003eTypical applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighing and packing sorted catch into boxes on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trawlers\"\u003etrawlers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/longliners-and-small-scale-fisheries\"\u003elongliners and small-scale vessels\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinting box labels at the scale, as described in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/labelling-fish-boxes-at-sea\"\u003elabelling fish boxes at sea\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortion and batch weighing in \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/onboard-processing\"\u003eonboard processing\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral weighing tasks on offshore vessels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere catch is weighed on board for EU fisheries control, the weighing system must be approved, calibrated and sealed in accordance with national law, and the flag state is responsible for this (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg_impl\/2026\/1932\/oj\/eng\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eImplementing Regulation (EU) 2026\/1932, Art. 5\u003c\/a\u003e, applicable from 11 January 2027). Discuss your intended use with WPL before ordering; \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/eu-fisheries-control-weighing-rules\"\u003eEU fisheries control weighing rules\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/legal-metrology\"\u003elegal metrology hub\u003c\/a\u003e explain the framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"choosing-the-right-configuration\"\u003eChoosing the right configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity and platform size are linked. In the M2 range, readability becomes finer as capacity falls, so choose a capacity that covers your heaviest load with some margin rather than the largest available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM2-S (300×250 mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 or 15 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM2-M (400×300 mm) and M2-L (500×400 mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e 15, 30, 60 or 100 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM2-XL (600×400 mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e 30, 60, 100, 200 or 400 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM2-XXL (800×600 mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e 60, 100, 200 or 400 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA carrying case is available for the S, M and L platforms. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/capacity-and-readability\"\u003eCapacity and readability explained\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/platform-size-guide\"\u003eplatform size guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/installing-marine-scales\"\u003einstalling marine scales\u003c\/a\u003e help narrow the choice. Then choose your model in the \u003ca href=\"#models\"\u003emodels table\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/quote\"\u003erequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WPL Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43234529771772,"sku":"","price":3578.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0446\/2588\/products\/74611WPLIndustriesBV21-12-2021019.jpg?v=1655368473"},{"product_id":"m3-scientific-marine-scale","title":"M3 Series Scientific Marine Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe M3 Series is a scientific marine scale for weighing small samples accurately at sea, on research vessels and other ships. It has three platform sizes, 120×120 mm, 145×145 mm and 270×270 mm, and five capacities: from 300 g with 0.1–0.2 g readability up to 6000 g with 2–5 g readability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"precision-on-a-moving-deck\"\u003ePrecision on a moving deck\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVessel motion disturbs every reading, and with small samples that disturbance is large compared with the resolution you need. The M3 is motion-compensated: it adjusts automatically for the fluctuations in force caused by waves and vibration, so the displayed value stays usable at sea. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/why-scales-fail-at-sea\"\u003eWhy ordinary scales fail at sea\u003c\/a\u003e explains the physics and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/how-motion-compensation-works\"\u003ehow motion compensation works\u003c\/a\u003e explains what compensation achieves. If your cruises cover a wide range of latitudes, read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/gravity-latitude-calibration\"\u003egravity, latitude and calibration\u003c\/a\u003e as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"built-in-316l-stainless-steel\"\u003eBuilt in 316L stainless steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M3 is made of stainless steel 316L, a low-carbon grade chosen for harsh marine environments. The construction is waterproof and robust enough for daily use on deck and in a wet laboratory. For the difference between steel grades and what enclosure ratings mean, see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/stainless-steel-304-316-316l\"\u003estainless steel 304, 316 and 316L compared\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/ip-ratings-ip67-ip68-ip69k\"\u003eIP67, IP68 and IP69K explained\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"options-for-fieldwork\"\u003eOptions for fieldwork\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M3 can be configured for the way your team works:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWindcover\u003c\/strong\u003e (120×120 and 145×145 mm platforms): shields the pan and sample from air movement, which matters when you read to tenths of a gram on an open deck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarrying case\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebattery\u003c\/strong\u003e: for moving the scale between sampling stations or vessels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth LE\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eUSB\u003c\/strong\u003e: for sending readings to a tablet, laptop or data system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeightControl IOT module\u003c\/strong\u003e: automatic logging of every weighing, with export and an API.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"reporting-and-data\"\u003eReporting and data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M3 can be connected to the R10 range of indicators, which adds built-in reporting, statistics and printing that can be customised to your sampling protocol. With \u003ca href=\"\/products\/weightcontrol-weighing-software\"\u003eWeightControl\u003c\/a\u003e, readings are logged automatically and exported as CSV or JSON. See \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/weighing-data-logging\"\u003eweighing data logging\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/scale-api-integration\"\u003econnecting a scale through an API\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"typical-applications\"\u003eTypical applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiological sampling on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fisheries-research-vessels\"\u003efisheries research vessels\u003c\/a\u003e: individual specimens and sub-samples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighing small quantities of sample material during scientific surveys, as described in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/precision-weighing-small-samples\"\u003eprecision weighing of small samples at sea\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny task on board where a bench scale in kilograms is too coarse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/research-vessels\"\u003eresearch vessels hub\u003c\/a\u003e brings together articles on sampling, data handling and scale selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"trade-use\"\u003eVerified versions for trade use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected M3 models are available as a verified version for trade use in the EU and in countries that follow OIML recommendations. For research work a calibration certificate is usually sufficient, but a verified scale is needed when the weighing result determines a price or an invoice. A verified scale carries the metrological markings and is sealed after verification, so its adjustment cannot be changed unnoticed. Which platform and capacity combinations can be supplied as a verified version depends on the model, so state in your quote request that you need the scale for trade use. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/nawi-mid-directives-explained\"\u003eNAWI and MID directives explained\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/oiml-r51-vs-r76\"\u003eOIML R51 vs R76\u003c\/a\u003e describe the rules, and the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/legal-metrology\"\u003elegal metrology hub\u003c\/a\u003e covers verification and re-verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"calibration-certificate\"\u003eCalibration certificate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery M3 scale can be supplied with an EURAMET cg-18 calibration certificate as an option. The certificate records the repeatability, eccentricity, errors of indication and measurement uncertainty of the scale, which quality systems and audits often ask for. Calibration is not the same as legal verification; \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/euramet-cg-18-calibration\"\u003eEURAMET cg-18 calibration explained\u003c\/a\u003e sets out the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"choosing-the-right-configuration\"\u003eChoosing the right configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the platform first, then the capacity. The 120×120 mm platform (M3-S) is available with all five capacities (300, 600, 1500, 3000 and 6000 g). The 145×145 mm platform (M3-M) takes 600 to 6000 g. Both can have a windcover. The 270×270 mm platform (M3-L) takes larger samples or containers and is available with 1500, 3000 and 6000 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lower capacity gives finer readability, so size the scale to your heaviest sample plus any container. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-scientific-marine-scale\"\u003eChoosing a scientific marine scale\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/capacity-and-readability\"\u003ecapacity and readability explained\u003c\/a\u003e walk through the decision. Then choose your model in the \u003ca href=\"#models\"\u003emodels table\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/quote\"\u003erequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WPL Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63536037069130,"sku":"M3","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0446\/2588\/files\/m3-scientific-marine-scale-01.jpg?v=1789414591"},{"product_id":"m5-marine-platform-scale","title":"M5 Series Marine Platform Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe M5 Series is a heavy-duty marine platform scale for weighing loads from a few hundred kilograms up to 3000 kg where deck space is limited. It is the successor to the WPL M4 and is available with three platform sizes, three capacities and a range of communication options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"flip-up-platform-for-tight-decks\"\u003eA flip-up platform for tight decks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M5 platform can be raised when it is not in use. That gives two practical benefits: the area underneath can be cleaned properly, and the deck space is available for other work. On vessels where every square metre is shared between catch handling, gear and crew movement, a platform that folds out of the way can be the difference between having a floor scale and not having one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"compensation-for-motion-tilt-and-gravity\"\u003eCompensation for motion, tilt and gravity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M5 corrects automatically for vessel motion, tilt of the deck and changes in gravity. Each effect alters the force on the load cells in its own way: vertical acceleration adds to or subtracts from gravity, tilt reduces the force measured by the cells, and gravity itself varies with latitude. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/how-motion-compensation-works\"\u003eHow motion compensation works\u003c\/a\u003e explains what compensation achieves, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/gravity-latitude-calibration\"\u003egravity, latitude and calibration\u003c\/a\u003e explains why a scale calibrated in one port reads differently far to the north or south, and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/weighing-accuracy-rough-seas\"\u003eweighing accuracy in rough seas\u003c\/a\u003e covers what to expect in heavy weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"four-load-cells-in-aisi-316\"\u003eFour load cells in AISI 316\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe platform rests on four load cells, a construction that gives stable and repeatable results wherever the load is placed. The scale is made of AISI 316 stainless steel with smooth, hygienic surfaces for quick washdown, and it is engineered to withstand daily cleaning and harsh marine conditions. EU hygiene rules require equipment on board to be corrosion-resistant and easy to clean and disinfect (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/EN\/TXT\/HTML\/?uri=CELEX:32004R0853\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRegulation (EC) No 853\/2004, Annex III, Section VIII\u003c\/a\u003e); see the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hygiene-materials\"\u003ehygiene and materials hub\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"connectivity-and-options\"\u003eConnectivity and options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wall mount for the indicator is included. Options include RS232, Ethernet and WiFi communication, USB, Bluetooth LE, a battery, remote displays, relay boards, digital I\/O signals, label printers and report programs. The WeightControl IOT module logs every weighing automatically; the EU weighing rules require non-automatic scales used to weigh pallets of fishery products to keep at least an automatic or semi-automatic log (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg_impl\/2026\/1932\/oj\/eng\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eImplementing Regulation (EU) 2026\/1932, Annex I, Part B, point 5\u003c\/a\u003e). Approval for such use is a matter for national authorities; see the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/legal-metrology\"\u003elegal metrology hub\u003c\/a\u003e. For data handling, read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/weighing-data-logging\"\u003eweighing data logging\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"typical-applications\"\u003eTypical applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighing bins, tubs and pallets of product on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/factory-vessels\"\u003efactory vessels\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trawlers\"\u003etrawlers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy weighing on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/aquaculture-well-boats\"\u003eaquaculture and well boats\u003c\/a\u003e where space is limited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStores, gear and waste weighing on offshore vessels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"calibration-certificate\"\u003eCalibration certificate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery M5 scale can be supplied with an EURAMET cg-18 calibration certificate as an option. The certificate records the repeatability, eccentricity, errors of indication and measurement uncertainty of the scale, which quality systems and audits often ask for. Calibration is not the same as legal verification; \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/euramet-cg-18-calibration\"\u003eEURAMET cg-18 calibration explained\u003c\/a\u003e sets out the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"choosing-the-right-configuration\"\u003eChoosing the right configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three capacities (600, 1500 and 3000 kg) are available on all three platforms (1000×1000, 1200×1200 and 1500×1500 mm), and higher capacities are available on request. Size the platform to the footprint of your largest container or pallet, and the capacity to the heaviest gross load including tare. The \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/platform-size-guide\"\u003eplatform size guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/capacity-and-readability\"\u003ecapacity and readability explained\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/installing-marine-scales\"\u003einstalling marine scales\u003c\/a\u003e help with the choice. Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/m6-marine-platform-scale\"\u003eM6 Series\u003c\/a\u003e, then \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/quote\"\u003erequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WPL Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63536037101898,"sku":"M5","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0446\/2588\/files\/m5-marine-platform-scale-01.png?v=1789414594"},{"product_id":"m6-marine-platform-scale","title":"M6 Series Marine Platform Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe M6 Series is the economic variant in WPL's marine platform range. It weighs loads up to 3000 kg on a fully sealed, four-load-cell platform in AISI 316 stainless steel, and it can be supplied with an access ramp so trolleys and pallet trucks can roll on and off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"sealed-for-daily-washdown\"\u003eSealed for daily washdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M6 has a fully sealed construction, designed to withstand daily washdown and the corrosive effect of salt water. Smooth, hygienic surfaces make cleaning quick. EU hygiene rules require equipment on board that handles fishery products to be corrosion-resistant and easy to clean and disinfect (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/EN\/TXT\/HTML\/?uri=CELEX:32004R0853\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRegulation (EC) No 853\/2004, Annex III, Section VIII\u003c\/a\u003e). For more on materials and enclosure ratings, see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/stainless-steel-304-316-316l\"\u003estainless steel 304, 316 and 316L compared\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/ip-ratings-ip67-ip68-ip69k\"\u003eIP67, IP68 and IP69K explained\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"motion-and-tilt-compensation\"\u003eMotion and tilt compensation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M6 compensates automatically for vessel motion and tilt. Vertical acceleration of the deck adds to or subtracts from the force on the load cells, and a tilted platform reduces the force they measure; without correction, a heavy load gives a reading that swings with the sea. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/why-scales-fail-at-sea\"\u003eWhy ordinary scales fail at sea\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/how-motion-compensation-works\"\u003ehow motion compensation works\u003c\/a\u003e explain both effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour load cells support the platform, which gives stable and repeatable results under all conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"access-ramp-and-loading\"\u003eAccess ramp and loading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the optional access ramp, goods can be wheeled onto the platform instead of lifted. That makes loading easier and safer when you weigh bins on trolleys or pallets on a hand pallet truck. Plan the ramp direction together with the scale location; \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/installing-marine-scales\"\u003einstalling marine scales\u003c\/a\u003e covers placement on deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"indicator-and-connectivity\"\u003eIndicator and connectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M6 works with the R10 indicator for clear readout and control, and a wall mount is included. Options include RS232, Ethernet, WiFi, USB, Bluetooth LE, a battery, remote displays, relay boards, digital I\/O signals, label printers and report programs. The WeightControl IOT module logs every weighing automatically. Where platform scales are used to weigh pallets of fishery products under EU control rules, at least an automatic or semi-automatic log of those weighings is required (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg_impl\/2026\/1932\/oj\/eng\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eImplementing Regulation (EU) 2026\/1932, Annex I, Part B, point 5\u003c\/a\u003e); approval for that use is decided nationally, see the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/legal-metrology\"\u003elegal metrology hub\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"typical-applications\"\u003eTypical applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighing bins, tubs and pallets on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/factory-vessels\"\u003efactory vessels\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trawlers\"\u003etrawlers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll-on weighing with a trolley or pallet truck on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/aquaculture-well-boats\"\u003eaquaculture and well boats\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStores and waste weighing on offshore vessels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"calibration-certificate\"\u003eCalibration certificate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery M6 scale can be supplied with an EURAMET cg-18 calibration certificate as an option. The certificate records the repeatability, eccentricity, errors of indication and measurement uncertainty of the scale, which quality systems and audits often ask for. Calibration is not the same as legal verification; \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/euramet-cg-18-calibration\"\u003eEURAMET cg-18 calibration explained\u003c\/a\u003e sets out the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"m6-or-m5\"\u003eM6 or M5?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth series share the same platforms (1000×1000, 1200×1200 and 1500×1500 mm), capacities (600, 1500 and 3000 kg) and options. Choose the M6 when a sealed, fixed platform with an optional ramp suits your deck. Choose the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/m5-marine-platform-scale\"\u003eM5\u003c\/a\u003e when the platform must flip up for cleaning or to free deck space, or when you also need gravity compensation. The \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/platform-size-guide\"\u003eplatform size guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/capacity-and-readability\"\u003ecapacity and readability explained\u003c\/a\u003e help with sizing; then \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/quote\"\u003erequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WPL Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63536037134666,"sku":"M6","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0446\/2588\/files\/m6-marine-platform-scale-01.jpg?v=1789464569"},{"product_id":"r50-catch-label-system","title":"R50 Catch Label System","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe R50 Catch Label System registers catch on board a fishing vessel and prints labels for it. It records where and how the fish was caught, what it weighed and how long it was, and it follows the product through sorting, filling, packing and freezing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-r50-records\"\u003eWhat R50 records\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor each registration, R50 captures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatch location\u003c\/strong\u003e, optionally taken from a GPS sensor;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFishing method\u003c\/strong\u003e;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeights\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elengths\u003c\/strong\u003e;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom fields\u003c\/strong\u003e that you define for your own statistics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom fields let a skipper, a producer organisation or a scientific observer collect the extra data they need without a separate system. An NFC sensor is also available as an option. How registration supports traceability from haul to buyer is explained in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/catch-registration-traceability\"\u003ecatch registration and traceability\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"from-haul-to-labelled-box\"\u003eFrom haul to labelled box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eR50 supports each step of on-board handling: registering, sorting, filling, packing and freezing. As a catch label system, R50 puts the registered information on labels, so it stays with the box or pack. For the practical side of printing labels in a wet, moving fish room, read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/labelling-fish-boxes-at-sea\"\u003elabelling fish boxes at sea\u003c\/a\u003e. For weighing equipment, see the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fishing-offshore\"\u003efishing and offshore scales\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"sending-data-ashore\"\u003eSending data ashore\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatch data can be sent ashore while the vessel is still at sea. That lets office staff, buyers or processors see what is on board before landing and plan sales, transport and processing. For background on how weighing data moves between vessel and shore systems, see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/weighing-data-logging\"\u003eweighing data logging\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/data-integration\"\u003edata integration hub\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"labelling-rules-and-traceability\"\u003eLabelling rules and traceability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhich data a box label must carry depends on the rules for your fishery. As an example, under the EU sampling plan for weighing on board, boxes must carry a durable, firmly attached label with the vessel name, CFR or IMO number, FAO alpha-3 species code and the kilograms per species, presentation and area (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg_impl\/2026\/1932\/oj\/eng\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eImplementing Regulation (EU) 2026\/1932, Annex IV, Part A\u003c\/a\u003e, applicable from 11 January 2027). The same regulation requires weighing records for its sampling and control plans to be available electronically to the authorities by 10 January 2030 (Art. 3(4)).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese requirements apply to the operator and vessel, not to a product in isolation. Check with your flag state which rules apply to you, and read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/eu-fisheries-control-weighing-rules\"\u003eEU fisheries control weighing rules\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/legal-metrology\"\u003elegal metrology hub\u003c\/a\u003e before you define your label layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"planning-an-r50-installation\"\u003ePlanning an R50 installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eR50 is configured to the vessel and the way the crew works. When you ask for a quote, describe:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe vessel type and fishery, for example \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trawlers\"\u003etrawlers\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/longliners-and-small-scale-fisheries\"\u003elongliners and small-scale vessels\u003c\/a\u003e;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe handling steps on board and where registration and labelling should take place;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe data you need on labels and in reports, including any custom fields;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhether you want GPS and NFC sensors and how data should reach shore.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/quote\"\u003erequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WPL Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63536037364042,"sku":"R50","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0446\/2588\/files\/r50-catch-label-system-01.jpg?v=1789414608"}],"url":"https:\/\/marineweighing.com\/collections\/marine-weighing.oembed","provider":"WPL Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}