General Electrodynamics Corp (GEC) was selected to be aired on FOX Business Network under “Manufacturing Marvels” as a premier manufacture of aircraft weight & balance equipment. The segment was seen by an estimated 84 million viewers on September 7, 2016. GEC is the world’s leading manufacturer of portable aircraft scales, heavy duty truck and vehicles… [Read More]
Certified Aircraft Weight & Balance Training
General Electrodynamics Corporation offers a variety of On-site Training classes to the Aerospace and Military Community. Aircraft Weight & Balance: References FAA-H-8083-1A and/or 1-1B-50: This course takes the student from a basic understanding of aircraft weight and balance to advanced Weight and Balance principles and methods. Class discusses differences between Weight and Balance methods, advantages/disadvantages of… [Read More]
The Basics of Portable Truck Scales
Trucks have to be weighed in a wide variety of industries, from shipping to construction. This wide range of needs has led to the creation several types of truck scales. Many of these scales are large and some are permanent. But, with a variety of choices, you don’t have to buy an expensive, permanent pit… [Read More]
What Kind of Scale Do I Need?
Choosing the right scale is important to your operations. Because they come in variable sizes, you should know which one will best suit your needs. In this article, we will discuss some tips that will help you select the most appropriate scale for your needs. If mobility and flexibility is a high priority, a portable… [Read More]
What is the NTEP?
The National Type Evaluation Program is a program managed by the National Conference on Weights and Measures which is an organization that is dedicated to maintaining equity in the market place. Truck scales and scale components are tested in a laboratory under the NTEP program to ensure that the device will perform within the published… [Read More]