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Digital scales are used in almost every step of the supply chain, from raw materials, to finished goods, to retail sales. Not too many people give the scales they use daily a second thought, much less how they use them. Most end-users know the basics: add the item, let the weight settle, record the results. We're going to focus on that first step, adding the item to be weighed. In a perfect world, packages and materials would be placed gently on a scale every time. However, that's not alway

A&D Weighing Apollo lab balances are known for their exceptional accuracy, reliability, and advanced features, which makes them a great choice for a wide range of laboratory and industrial weighing applications. For university research departments in particular, Apollo balances provide a reliable solution for critical weighing tasks with intuitive features, versatility and exceptional value. Let's take a further look at why Apollo is a great choice for universities and academic research

At Scales Plus, we often get requests for documentation stating that the scale or balance being purchased is calibrated from the factory. However, most manufacturer's do not provide documented calibration results, but rather a Certificate of Conformity. That leads us to the question, "What is a Certificate of Conformity?" Certificate of Conformity A Certificate of Conformity, also referred to as a Certificate of Compliance or Certificate of Conformance, is a document that verifies a product meet

Calibrating instruments, including scales and balances, are a key aspect of maintaining precision, accuracy and quality. Documentation is a major component of quality systems, which is why calibration services include a traceable calibration report. One question we are often asked is "What is the difference between a NIST traceable and ISO calibration report?". To answer this, we will define each and how it is relevant to your particular processes. NIST Traceable Calibration Certificate NIST-tra

Two of the most common questions we get are "Are these scales calibrated?" and "Do they come with a calibration certificate?". To answer these questions, we will cover what a factory calibration is, and how a service calibration by a provider like Scales Plus differs. What is a Factory Calibration?  A factory calibration is a verification performed by the manufacturer as a quality check. The scales are tested, and if necessary, calibrated to ensure they are performing within their specifica