To provide for collective action of members of the industry for the improvement of the industry as a whole, for the benefit not only of the industry but also of the public. 

To promote in a lawful manner the advancement of the industry and of fair and equitable customs, usages, and practices therein. 

To advance the science of weighing and the engineering and manufacture of instruments, apparatus, equipment, and facilities for and in connection with ways and means of weighing and force measuring. 

To encourage proper observance of valid requirements and regulations pertaining to the operations, business, and practices of and within the industry as provided by federal and state laws. 

To make surveys pertaining to the industry and public needs and requirements with respect to weights and measures. 

To engage in the collection and dissemination of such accurate statistical information as may serve to enable each manufacturer to conduct his business intelligently and with the knowledge of existing general business conditions in the industry, as determined by the Board of Directors.