Fairbanks 6020 Titan Series - Manual (Page 6)

A. Introduction
The Titan Portable Vehicle Scale can be set almost anywhere it's needed. The soil bearing
under the scale sub frame must be firm and unyielding. i.e. - 3000 P.S.F. concrete piers are
the best method of assuring a solid, level base for the sub frame to be anchored to. However,
the sub frame may be set on firm level ground, a leveled gravel area or heavy wood supports.
If concrete work is performed, use only certified prints. For example, a 35' module would be
a complete two (2) section scale. A seventy (70) foot scale will use two (2) modules with the
sub-frames bolted together.
• Standard practice for onsite construction of earthen ramps for Portable Vehicle
scales uses compacted graduated limestone fill, or caliche fill (provided by
others). Either of these choices typically will provide a solid non-yielding base if
installed and compacted correctly. Concrete berms along the sides of the ramps
may be used to keep the material from spreading out during the compacting
process, but this is typically not necessary.
• The scale is shipped fully assembled with stands, suspension hardware, with load
cells installed.
• There are eight (8) shipping bolts for each 35' module which MUST BE REMOVED
once the modules are set and secured. (See drawing 50598-4.)
B. Site Preparation - All foundation types
1. Help the customer select a site which allows easy access to and from the scale,
ensuring enough area for straight and level approaches, and to meet all state and
local Weights and Measures regulations.
2. The site should have good drainage away from the scale and surrounding areas
must not drain into, or through the scale site.
3. Obtain all necessary permits and licenses prior to beginning construction.
4. Using a transit, sight in and mark with stakes the area where the placement is to
occur and where supports, forms, or concrete are to be built.
5. When constructing forms, make sure they are plumb, square, and level.
6. Place and compact gravel into the base of the forms if necessary.
Section 2: Installation
* * WARNING! * *
Be aware of underground utilities and hazards.
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