Weighing scales and measuring equipment are essential parts of our everyday lives. They are used in industries, markets, retail, medical facilities, and so on. This equipment assists in checking the weight, volume, or quantity of an item, making these devices important for business work, trade and quality trust. But to make sure that this equipment provides the right and consistent measurement, complete regulations and standards are put in place. In India, the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011 handle weighing and measurement equipment operation. This blog will show you the difference between stamping and calibration, as well as penalties and fines related to non-compliance with these standards.
Weighing and Measuring Instruments Requiring Calibration, Stamping, and Verification
In the legal metrology (general) rules, 2011, many equipment are required to undergo daily calibration, government stamping, and verification. This equipment consists:-
Weighing Instruments
- Electronic Weighing Scales (retail shops, laboratories, etc).
- Mechanical Weighing Scales (conventional balance)
- Platform Scales
- Spring Scales
Fuel Dispensers
- Fuel pumps at petrol stations should be calibrated and have government verification.
Other Trade Instruments
- Weight-based ticketing machines
- Weighing scales (utilised in automated production lines)
- Lifting deliberation machines
All these devices should be frequently calibrated and have an authorisation stamp and verification certificate to make sure about the accuracy of weight or volume measurements. Legal Metrology Stamping and calibration support in avoiding issues, ensuring fair trade practices, and saving customers from inaccurate measurements.
