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The pharmaceutical and hemp industries are examples of arenas where accuracy is key to operating at a safe and precise level. [The California Department of Food and Agriculture](https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/dms/pdfs/CommercialScales.pdf) (CDFA) requires a number of certifications when operating in the hemp industry, and maintaining your scales is one factor for staying compliant in those certifications. All scales require calibration after a certain amount of use or after a certain period of time. Depending on the need for the use of your scales on a daily basis, the accuracy of those scales could impact you greatly. There are a number of things that can cause your scales to go out of calibration, such as voltage surges, shock loading, and general usage. While these are factors that companies can’t control, how and when they calibrate their scales is something within their power. **Why should you have your equipment calibrated?** **Continuous Use** After a period of time, the weighing element has a tendency to not return to its original position. When this occurs, the scale will display inaccurate weights. Regularly scheduled calibration can prevent weighing errors. ![Frequency of Use Determines Need for Calibration](https://marketing.alliancescale.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Picture1.png?width=600&name=Picture1.png) **Quality Control Purposes** Calibrating your scale verifies that your company receives the correct weight from a supplier or vendor, and also verifies that you are sending out the correct weight to your customers or suppliers. Companies can waste money by not having their scales checked for accuracy. [The CDFA highlights the need for accuracy](https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/dms/pdfs/CommercialScales.pdf) in the hemp industry for both protecting your company as well as the customer. **ISO Verification** Having your scales checked on a yearly, quarterly, or even monthly basis helps to meet companies ISO requirements. **Protection of Equipment** Scale equipment checked on a scheduled basis will more likely have a longer life. Preventative maintenance is recommended by all scale manufacturers. Depending on the use of your equipment, if it’s been several months or more than a year, it would be a good idea to [schedule a service](https://marketing.alliancescale.com/request-weight-calibration-service). Alliance Scale offers professional and trust-worthy scale servicing for a variety of equipment. [Contact us](https://marketing.alliancescale.com/contact-us) today for more information. 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