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How does a WIM system work?Here you can find a first introduction to WIM.
The ISWIM Guide for Users of WIM provides a more
comprehensive introduction to Weighing-In-Motion.
What are WIM systems used for?Here you can find the main applications of WIM.
What data does a WIM provide?WIM Systems provide both detailed data on individual
vehicles and  aggregated data over time as described here.
What is the best WIM system?There is no such thing as the best WIM system.
This depends on your application(s) and conditions.
Here are 5 steps to select the right WIM for you.
How much does a WIM system cost?This is impossible to answer in a general way.
This depends on your application(s) and conditions.
Here are 5 steps to select the right WIM for you.
How to specify the performance of a WIM?Again this depends on your application(s) and conditions.
Here are 5 steps to select the right WIM for you.
What is involved in the operation of a WIM?Here you can find the main issues in the operation of WIM.
How stable is the WIM-data over time?Here you can find the main issues in the management
of the quality of WIM Data and calibration.
How to prepare a WIM tender?This also depends on your application(s) and conditions.
Here are 5 steps to select the right WIM for you.
Where can I buy a WIM system?Here you can find a list of all ISWIM Vendors that
provide WIM systems, solutions and services.
Where can I find an introduction to WIM?Here you can find a first introduction to WIM.
The ISWIM Guide for Users of WIM provides a more
comprehensive introduction to Weighing-In-Motion.
Where can I find more detailed information
on WIM?
Here you can find our online searchable library
with articles related to WIM.
When and where can I meet others with
an interest in Weigh-In-Motion?
Here you can find the coming events organized
by ISWIM or with participation of ISWIM.
What does the ISWIM organisation do?Here you can find the purpose & activities of ISWIM.
What are the benefits and conditions
of joining ISWIM?
Click here more info on the ISWIM Membership and
here to register as a new member of ISWIM..
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