A weighing scale is more than just a business tool; it’s the foundation of trust between you and your customers. Whether you’re running a butchery, supermarket, or industrial operation, the accuracy of your scale determines whether your transactions are fair and your profits are secure. That’s why regular maintenance, calibration, and government stamping by Weights and Measures are not just recommended, they’re essential.
1. Why Weighing Scales Need Maintenance
Like any other equipment, weighing scales experience wear and tear from daily use. Dust, moisture, power fluctuations, and rough handling can gradually affect the internal sensors and electronics.
Regular maintenance helps to:
- Prevent breakdowns that interrupt business operations.
- Extend the lifespan of your scale.
- Keep the weighing mechanism clean and stable.
- Detect and resolve minor issues before they escalate into costly repairs.
Routine servicing ensures your scale continues to perform efficiently and accurately, saving you time, money, and reputation.
2. Why Calibration Is Important
Even the most advanced digital scales can lose accuracy over time due to continuous use, vibration, or environmental changes. Calibration is the process of comparing your scale’s readings against a known standard weight to ensure it measures correctly.
Benefits of regular calibration include:
- Ensuring every sale is fair and accurate.
- Avoiding profit loss due to under- or over-weighing.
- Maintaining customer confidence in your weighing process.
- Keeping your business compliant with trade regulations.
At Scalestech, we recommend annual calibration, or more frequently for high-usage environments, to ensure consistent accuracy.
3. Why Stamping by Weights and Measures Is Required
In Kenya, the Department of Weights and Measures under the Ministry of Trade requires that all commercial weighing scales be verified and stamped annually. This official stamp confirms that your scale meets national accuracy standards and is approved for trade by law.
Reasons why stamping matters:
- Protects both buyer and seller from unfair trade.
- Keeps your business compliant with Kenyan law.
- Builds customer trust; the stamp is proof of fairness.
- Prevents fines or penalties from regulatory bodies.
4. The Scalestech Advantage
At Scalestech, we don’t just sell weighing equipment, we ensure it remains accurate and compliant. Our maintenance and calibration services are carried out by certified technicians, using approved test weights and procedures that meet government standards.
When you service your scale with us, you get:
- Professional calibration and adjustment.
- Full inspection and cleaning.
- Certification and guidance for Weights & Measures stamping.
- Guaranteed accuracy and performance.
A well-maintained and calibrated scale doesn’t just weigh products; it weighs your integrity, your profits, and your customers’ trust.
Regular servicing, calibration, and government stamping keep your business compliant, accurate, and profitable.
Scalestech – Securing Your Profits