Legal Metrology & Mechanical Scales — What Gujarat Businesses Must Know

⚖️ Introduction

It’s a common myth: “Old-fashioned mechanical scales don’t need verification.”

In reality, any scale used for trade — whether digital or mechanical — must be stamped and verified by the Legal Metrology Department under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009.

Here’s what every shopkeeper, trader, or wholesaler in Gujarat needs to know.

📑 What is Legal Metrology?

It’s the government regulatory body that ensures weights and measurements used in trade are:

• Accurate

• Tamper-proof

• Traceable to standards

This ensures fairness and consumer protection.

✅ Rules for Mechanical Scales

• Must be from a certified manufacturer

• Must be stamped by the Legal Metrology Officer before use

• Must display the validity seal and certificate

• Must be re-verified every year

📆 Annual Re-Verification Is Mandatory

• This ensures the scale hasn’t been tampered or gone off-balance

• Re-verification dates vary by district

• Failure to comply can lead to fines, seizure, or trade disruption

We help clients across Gujarat schedule and manage their annual verification.

🛠️ What We Offer

At Shree Shree Weighing Solutions, we:

• Sell only approved and compliant mechanical scales

• Provide stamping services across Ahmedabad and Gujarat

• Arrange on-site verification where possible

• Offer replacement weights, beam kits, and compliance guidance

📌 Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using old, unverified machines for trade

• Missing the stamping deadline

• Altering counterweights or parts without re-approval

Avoid penalties — let us manage your compliance.