Weights and Measures Information – Alberta
Introduction
This article provides information for using and maintaining a Measurement Canada approved scale for commercial applications in Alberta, including installation, inspection, calibration and maintenance requirements.
For the most current requirements, contact Measurement Canada (MC), an agency of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED).
Weights and Measures Information
Phone: (403) 292-5605
Email: ic.albertanwt-albertatno.ic@canada.ca
Website: Measurement Canada
Registration
Commercial scales used in Alberta must be approved for use in trade by Measurement Canada.
Before a scale is used commercially, it must be examined by a Measurement Canada inspector or other authorized inspector and certified as meeting the requirements of the federal Weights and Measures Act and Regulations.
Certain commercial scales are also subject to mandatory periodic examinations based on the industry in which they are used.
Calibration
A qualified scale service company is required to install and calibrate the scale before it is used commercially.
Before being placed into service, the scale must be inspected and certified by a Measurement Canada Authorized Service Provider (ASP).
The ASP verifies that the scale meets applicable requirements and applies the required examination markings.
Find a Measurement Canada Authorized Service Provider
Maintenance
Have the scale regularly serviced and calibrated to maintain accuracy.
Commercial scales may be subject to mandatory periodic examinations based on the industry and type of trade in which they are used.
Scales that fail inspection may be removed from service until corrected and may be subject to enforcement action.
Servicers
| Company Name | City | State/Province | Country | Phone Number | Coverage | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accurate Scale Industries Ltd. | Edmonton | AB | Canada | (780) 451-4502 | AB | SERVICE |
| Accurate/Western Scale Co. Ltd. | Calgary | AB | Canada | (403) 250-3232 | AB | SERVICE |
| Alberta Scale Services Ltd. | Edmonton | AB | Canada | (780) 887-2537 | AB | SERVICE |
| Ancoma Scales | Edmonton | AB | Canada | (780) 432-0205 | AB | SERVICE |
| Avery Weigh-Tronix | Calgary | AB | Canada | (888) 787-2253 | AB | SERVICE |
| Avery Weigh-Tronix | Edmonton | AB | Canada | (888) 897-2253 | AB | SERVICE |
| Certified Weighing Systems | Edmonton | AB | Canada | (780) 758-2060 | AB | SERVICE |
| Dynamic Scale Company Ltd. | Edmonton | AB | Canada | (780) 488-7180 | AB | SERVICE |
| Southern Scale Company Inc. | Calgary | AB | Canada | (403) 219-8845 | AB | SERVICE |
| Standard Scale Service Ltd. | Calgary | AB | Canada | (403) 226-1650 | AB | SERVICE |
| Walker Scale Solutions Inc. | Calgary | AB | Canada | (403) 462-3875 | AB | SERVICE |
| Disclaimer: This list was compiled from publicly available sources and may not be current. Verify contact details with the company and authorization status with Measurement Canada before engaging their services. | ||||||
Related Materials
Measurement Canada – Non-Automatic Weighing Devices
Find a Measurement Canada Authorized Service Provider (ASP)
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