Weighwell Has Been at the Forefront of Portable Train Weighing Technology Since 1995

From the invention of our patented Portable Train Weigher (PTW), we’ve earned a reputation for delivering safe, reliable and accurate weighing solutions that support rail operations around the world.

What truly sets us apart, however, is our ability to adapt, innovate, and work closely with our clients to meet the evolving demands of the rail industry.

Paul Horsfall with a Portable Train Weigher installed into the railway track

// The Origin of Portable Train Weighing

Our Story

Weighwell began as a service provider for weighing equipment. However, everything changed when our founder, Paul Horsfall, developed the patented Portable Train Weigher (PTW). This breakthrough invention established our place within the rail industry.

The PTW redefined how rail vehicles are weighed. It introduced a highly accurate, easy-to-install system that performs reliably across a variety of rail environments. Trusted by rail companies in over 40 countries, the PTW continues to set the benchmark in portable train weighing today.

Weighwell technician with customer, both wearing PPE, inspecting a potential weighing location

// Meeting the demands of the rail industry

Our Standards

We hold ourselves to the highest standards in safety, quality and sustainability. With key accreditations like ISO 9001 and RISQS and a proven track record in the rail industry, our clients can trust us to deliver results with confidence.

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// Discover the principals that guide us

Our Values

We don’t just talk about values — we live them. Whether it’s in how we work or what we deliver, our actions consistently reflect the values we believe in. This commitment has earned us the trust of rail companies around the world.

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// Key milestones with global impact

Our History

Since 1988, Weighwell has grown from a weighing service provider into a trusted name in train weighing technology. Our journey reflects decades of innovation, technical expertise and commitment to solving real-world challenges in the rail sector.

// Your Trusted Partner in Train Weighing

Decades of Reliability

For almost 30 years, Weighwell has set the standard in portable train weighing.

We’ve built our reputation on safe, innovative and customer-focused solutions. That’s why rail operators worldwide trust us for accurate and reliable weighing.

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