Adam Equipment Gladiator Waterproof Scale GGS/GGB/GGF/GGL

Overview

The Adam Equipment Gladiator Waterproof Scale series (GGS, GGB, GGF, and GGL) is an industrial-grade, IP67-rated bench scale engineered for demanding environments where moisture, dust, corrosion, and frequent cleaning are routine operational challenges. Designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom, each model employs a monolithic 304 stainless steel load cell assembly and fully sealed housing to ensure structural integrity and long-term metrological stability under repeated exposure to water jets, chemical wipes, and high-humidity conditions. The scale operates on the principle of electromagnetic force compensation (for higher-precision GGF/GGL variants) or precision strain-gauge transduction (GGS/GGB), delivering consistent repeatability across its full capacity range. Its primary application domain spans food processing QA/QC labs, pharmaceutical manufacturing cleanrooms (Grade D), veterinary clinics, aquaculture facilities, and contract packaging operations—where regulatory compliance, hygiene validation, and traceable weight data are mandatory.

Key Features

• IP67 ingress protection certified: withstands immersion in 1 m of water for up to 30 minutes and complete dust exclusion.
• 304 stainless steel weighing platform and enclosure—resistant to chloride-induced pitting and common disinfectants (e.g., 70% ethanol, sodium hypochlorite solutions).
• Backlit LCD display with 40 mm high digits ensures legibility under low-light or gloved-hand operation in production areas.
• Dual-power architecture: integrated rechargeable lithium-ion battery (up to 120 hours of continuous use) plus universal AC adapter; automatic switchover prevents data loss during power transitions.
• RS-232 serial port supports direct integration with LIMS, MES, or ERP systems—enabling automated data capture without manual transcription.
• Digital filtering algorithm optimized for animal and dynamic weighing: configurable response time (fast/medium/slow) minimizes oscillation artifacts during live-weight measurement of restless subjects.
• Programmable tare memory stores up to 9 user-defined tare values; parts counting mode supports statistical sample size input and deviation reporting per ISO 8653.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The Gladiator series accommodates heterogeneous samples ranging from bulk poultry carcasses (GGL, 30 kg capacity) to small vials and pre-filled syringes (GGS, 6 kg). All models comply with international legal-for-trade requirements where applicable (verified against OIML R76-1:2021 Class III specifications). The stainless-steel surface meets FDA 21 CFR 110.40 criteria for food-contact equipment design and is compatible with standard ATP bioluminescence swab testing protocols. Units shipped to EU markets carry CE marking under MID 2014/32/EU Annex MI-001; UKCA marking applies for domestic distribution. Full traceability is supported via external calibration using NIST-traceable weights, with documented calibration certificates meeting ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation requirements.

Software & Data Management

No proprietary software installation is required for basic data transfer—the RS-232 interface outputs ASCII-formatted weight strings (including timestamp, unit, and status flags) compatible with generic terminal emulators or Excel-based logging tools. For regulated environments, Adam’s optional ScaleLink Pro software provides audit-trail-enabled data acquisition, configurable report templates (PDF/CSV), and 21 CFR Part 11-compliant electronic signatures when deployed with Windows-based host systems. All firmware versions support GLP/GMP-aligned event logging—including calibration history, parameter changes, and operator ID tagging (via optional USB keyboard input).

Applications

• Food safety inspection: verification of portion control consistency in ready-to-eat meal lines (ISO 22000 Annex A.8.3).
• Veterinary practice: longitudinal weight tracking of companion animals with adaptive filtering to suppress respiratory motion artifacts.
• Pharmaceutical secondary packaging: count verification of blister cards prior to carton sealing (aligned with EU GMP Annex 13).
• Aquaculture feed formulation: batch weighing of compound pellets under humid dockside conditions.
• Contract manufacturing: incoming raw material receipt verification under IATF 16949 clause 8.6.2.

FAQ

Is the Gladiator scale suitable for washdown environments in food processing plants?

Yes—its IP67 rating and seamless 304 stainless steel construction meet USDA-FSIS and EHEDG Guideline No. 22 requirements for frequent high-pressure cleaning.
Can the scale be calibrated in-house without sending it to a service center?

Yes—external calibration is performed using certified reference weights; no internal adjustment tools or software access are required.
Does the RS-232 interface support Modbus RTU or only ASCII protocol?

The interface operates exclusively in ASCII mode with user-configurable baud rates (1200–9600 bps), parity, and stop bits; Modbus is not implemented.
What is the warranty coverage for the Gladiator series?

Adam Equipment provides a 3-year limited warranty covering materials and workmanship, including the rechargeable battery under normal usage conditions.
Are calibration certificates included with shipment?

A factory-issued calibration report (non-accredited) is supplied; accredited ISO/IEC 17025 certificates are available as a value-added service upon request.