For over 80 years, the Scale Manufacturers Association (SMA) has played a vital role in representing the interests of ALL manufacturers within the scale industry. The SMA Technical Committee members review technical issues and offer recommendations. This cooperative endeavor of voluntary members is dedicated to the best interests of the scale industry and to the public, which is dependent upon accurate and dependable weighing equipment.
Meetings are held twice a year to discuss current issues and information is exchanged, positions on industry and regulatory issues are voted on, and where cooperative efforts to solve mutual problems are conducted. These semi-annual meetings have proved to be an excellent opportunity for member companies to become better acquainted, to discuss scale matters of mutual interest, and to exchange new information pertaining to scale use and development. They also provide the opportunity to meet and hear state and federal officials concerning weights and measures laws and regulations.
The affairs of the Association are directed and supervised by a six-member board of directors.
SMA operates under established rules and procedures.
SMA strives for consensus among its members. Near unanimity is the general rule.
All members have access to the process.
Each member company is assured that the collective action of its fellow SMA members is for the improvement and benefit of the industry and public.
The SMA strives to advance the science of weighing and force measurement in technology and manufacturing.
The SMA promotes, in a lawful manner, the advancement of the weighing industry and practices therein.
The SMA encourages the proper observance of requirements and regulations as provided by federal and state laws.
SMA’s participation in standards development ensures that you will have immediate access to standards before they are made public.
Networking provides a means of meeting with NCWM leadership and industry peers in an informal setting, promoting the exchange of ideas through open communication.