Legal Metrology and Why Certification Matters for Your Weighing Scale?
Ever seen a weighing machine sealed with a sticker by the government? That’s not just a formality—it’s Legal Metrology certification, a mandatory requirement for all commercial weighing machines in India. As a certified weighing scale manufacturer in Ahmedabad, Shree Shree Weighing Solutions ensures every machine you buy from us is 100% compliant with Legal Metrology standards.
5/6/20251 min read
1. What Is Legal Metrology?
Legal Metrology is the science of measurement standards regulated by the Government of India. The Legal Metrology Act, 2009, ensures that weights and measures used in commercial transactions are fair and accurate.
If you're selling anything by weight—groceries, gold, chemicals, etc.—you must use a certified weighing scale approved by the Department of Legal Metrology.
2. Why Is It Important for Businesses?
Customer Trust: Legal certification builds customer confidence in your measurements.
Avoid Penalties: Using non-certified or tampered weighing machines can lead to fines and legal action.
Standardized Accuracy: Certification ensures all scales meet a consistent national standard for precision.
Business Credibility: Whether in Ahmedabad or any city in Gujarat, certified equipment signals professionalism.
3. How Are Weighing Machines Certified?
Each scale is:
Tested and verified by a government-approved Legal Metrology Officer
Stamped/sealed with a verification sticker and certification number
Re-tested periodically (usually annually)
At Shree Shree, we help you complete the entire certification process and provide pre-verified scales ready for use.
4. Who Needs Legal Metrology-Certified Scales?
✔️ Grocery & retail shops
✔️ Jewelry businesses
✔️ Hospitals & clinics
✔️ Laboratories
✔️ Logistics & courier services
✔️ Manufacturing plants
✔️ Petrol pumps
✔️ Farmer produce markets
Basically, if you're weighing to trade, you need a certified scale.
5. What Happens If You Don’t Comply?
Penalties starting from ₹2000 to ₹25000
Seizure of the machine
License suspension or cancellation
Legal proceedings under the Weights & Measures Enforcement Act
Don’t risk your business over something as simple as certification. Let us help you stay legal and stress-free.
Why Shree Shree Weighing Solutions?
✅ All our commercial scales are Legal Metrology-approved
✅ We offer on-site verification coordination
✅ Free documentation support for AMC and re-verification
✅ Support across Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot, and all of Gujarat
Conclusion
Legal Metrology isn’t just a rule—it’s a right for your customers and a responsibility for your business. Stay compliant, stay credible. Trust Shree Shree Weighing Solutions for certified, reliable, and government-approved weighing machines.
Need Certification Help?
📞 Call us today to schedule a demo and get your weighing machine legally verified.
📍 Visit our Ahmedabad office or request a site visit anywhere in Gujarat.