What Are Laboratory Scales and Who Needs Them?
Not all weighing machines are built the same. Learn what laboratory scales are, how they differ from regular scales, and who actually needs them in Gujarat.
7/23/20251 min read
Introduction
When it comes to measuring substances in laboratories, accuracy is everything.
A difference of just 0.001 grams can alter the outcome of a chemical reaction, pharmaceutical test, or food composition trial. That’s why laboratory scales — also called analytical balances or precision scales — are a vital part of any scientific workspace.
At Shree Shree Weighing Solutions, we provide high-precision laboratory scales in Ahmedabad and across Gujarat, designed for demanding applications in research, education, and industrial testing.
📏 What Is a Laboratory Scale?
A laboratory scale is a high-precision electronic weighing machine designed to measure:
Small quantities
Delicate chemicals
Laboratory compounds
Powders, liquids, metals, or samples
These scales offer:
Accuracy from 1 gram to 0.001 gram (or even 0.0001g in advanced models)
Calibrated loadcells with fine tolerance
Draft shields for preventing air interference
High-sensitivity displays
🧪 Who Uses Laboratory Scales?
✔️ Pharmaceutical labs – for formulation and compounding
✔️ Research institutes – for chemical, biological, or materials analysis
✔️ Educational labs – for teaching students in science and engineering colleges
✔️ Food testing labs – for nutritional accuracy and ingredient measurement
✔️ Industrial QC departments – for quality inspection of raw materials
✔️ Environmental labs – for soil, water, and pollution samples
🏭 Common Industries We Serve in Ahmedabad
Pharma companies in Vatva GIDC
Chemical manufacturers in Naroda
Research labs in Gandhinagar and Science City
Food testing centers in Ellisbridge
Educational institutes in Naranpura and Thaltej
🔬 Why Not Use a Regular Weighing Machine?
Regular machines may have:
Limited precision (0.5–1kg error margin)
No draft shield
No calibration controls
No compliance for lab audits
This can lead to:
Incorrect readings
Failed test results
FSSAI or audit rejection
🎯 Choose the Right Lab Scale with Shree Shree
We help you choose models with:
Sensitivity levels from 1g to 0.0001g
Stainless steel pan and anti-vibration base
Calibration (internal or external)
Optional printer or computer connectivity
NABL compliance and legal metrology approval