Top Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Waterproof Weighing Machines

Introduction

You want a waterproof weighing scale. Great! But are you buying the right one?

Many businesses in Gujarat invest in what looks like a waterproof scale — only to find it rusts, fails, or shorts within months.

At Shree Shree Weighing Solutions, we’ve seen it all. Here are the top 6 mistakes to avoid when buying a waterproof weighing machine — so you don’t waste money or risk downtime.

❌ Mistake 1: Believing “Waterproof” Without Checking the IP Rating

Marketing can be misleading. If the scale isn’t labeled IP65/IP67/IP68, it’s likely not waterproof at all.

✅ Always demand the official IP rating before you buy.

❌ Mistake 2: Buying Plastic-Body Scales for Wet Zones

Plastic may be lightweight, but it won’t survive industrial washdowns, heat, or humidity.

✅ Choose SS304 stainless steel construction for long-term durability and hygiene.

❌ Mistake 3: Ignoring the Load Cell & Indicator Build

If only the platform is waterproof, but the indicator or load cell isn’t — the scale will fail anyway.

✅ Choose models where all components are IP-rated, including displays and circuitry.

❌ Mistake 4: Using Regular Scales in HACCP-Compliant Zones

Food safety laws (like HACCP or FSSAI) demand scales that resist contamination and allow frequent sanitization.

✅ Waterproof scales help you maintain certification and pass audits easily.

❌ Mistake 5: Not Checking for Legal Metrology Approval

If your scale is used for trade or production, it must be certified by the Weights & Measures Department.

✅ We provide legal stamping and documentation with every purchase.

❌ Mistake 6: Ignoring After-Sales Support

You’ll need recalibration, repairs, or part replacements over time. Many vendors don’t offer local service in Gujarat.

✅ We offer doorstep support, AMCs, and urgent repairs across Ahmedabad, Mehsana, Rajkot, and Surat.