Delis, butchers, farm shops, bakeries, greengrocers and refill stores all sell by weight. A POS scale brings weighing, pricing and payment together in one place, so staff do not have to key in weights by hand. This guide covers EPOS scales and the touch screen monitors that complete a custom EPOS setup.
What is a POS scale?
A POS or EPOS scale is a weighing platform built into or connected to your EPOS system. When an item is weighed, the price is calculated automatically and added to the sale. That means faster service, fewer pricing mistakes and accurate stock records.
The HiStone HT528L EPOS scale
The HiStone HT528L is an all-in-one scale EPOS system. It combines high-precision weighing with a touch screen EPOS computer in one unit, running Windows or Linux on an Intel processor. It suits:
- Delis, cheesemongers and butchers selling cut-to-order products.
- Farm shops and greengrocers selling loose fruit and vegetables.
- Bakeries and sweet shops selling pick-and-mix or by weight.
- Zero-waste and refill stores.
See the full HiStone scale EPOS range.
Things to check when choosing a POS scale
- Legal for trade: scales used to sell by weight in the UK must be approved for trade use, so check certification with your supplier.
- Software support: make sure your EPOS software supports the scale.
- Customer display: customers should be able to see the weight and price clearly.
- Cleaning: a smooth, sealed platform is easier to keep hygienic.
Touch screen monitors for EPOS
If you are building a till around a box PC, or adding a second screen for staff or customers, a commercial touch screen monitor is the answer. The HiStone touch screen monitor range includes:
- HiStone MD15VH – 15-inch touch monitor for compact till points and customer displays.
- HiStone MD24VH – 24-inch 10-point touch monitor for self-service, information points and larger layouts.
Why use commercial monitors instead of consumer screens?
Commercial touch monitors are built for long hours, frequent cleaning and constant tapping. They offer VESA mounting, stable stands and the ports EPOS installers need, and models stay available for longer, so replacements match your existing estate.
POS scale and touch monitor FAQs
What is a POS scale?
A POS scale is a weighing scale connected to or built into an EPOS system, so items sold by weight are priced automatically and added to the sale.
Does a POS scale need to be approved for trade?
If you sell goods by weight in the UK, your POS scale must be approved for trade use. Check the certification of any scale with your supplier before you buy.
Which businesses need a POS scale?
Delis, butchers, farm shops, greengrocers, bakeries, sweet shops and refill stores are the most common users of a POS scale.
Can I use a touch screen monitor as a customer display?
Yes. A commercial touch screen monitor such as the HiStone MD15VH can act as a customer display, a second operator screen or the main screen for a box PC.
Build the complete system
Combine a scale or monitor with HiStone EPOS tills, self-checkout kiosks and peripherals. Use our HiStone EPOS quote builder or contact our Leicester team to discuss your project.