Reliable Scale

What Reliable Scale does

Reliable Scale Corporation is a Calgary-based, privately held industrial manufacturer founded in 1984 that designs and builds weighing and force measurement equipment for agricultural, oilfield, and industrial end markets. The product portfolio is organized around three core categories — digital weight indicators (Series 300 through 600, DD Series, 815 Series, and standalone models), strain gauge load cells and load bars (pancake, horseshoe, tension link, compression, platform/bin, and squeeze chute formats spanning 60 lb to 661,000 lb capacities), and complete weighing systems including heavy/medium/light duty crane scales, wireline measuring heads, slickline tension assemblies, hook line load cells, and livestock scales. Core technology is based on strain gauge load cell principles with digital signal processing, integrated 4-20mA outputs for oilfield SCADA integration, and RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 serial communication; select weight indicators support Electronic Identification (EID) readers and barcode scanners for livestock tracking, and the company offers CATTLE-LOGGER data retrieval software.

The company serves three primary verticals: agricultural/livestock operations (cow/calf, feedlot, hog, sheep, and poultry weighing), oilfield and wireline services (drilling rig load monitoring, wireline tension and payout measurement, pumpjack monitoring), and general industrial/manufacturing (crane scales, platform scales, bin and mixer weighing). Products are engineered for harsh field environments, with operating ranges cited from -40°F to 140°F+ and ruggedized enclosures suited to outdoor oilfield and feedlot conditions. No AI, machine learning, or software-as-a-service components are embedded in the product line.

Reliable Scale operates a direct-to-end-user sales model with quote-based pricing through a website cart/quote request system, supported by a 1-800 sales line and bilingual English/Spanish website. Revenue is generated almost entirely through one-time hardware sales with no recurring or subscription stream disclosed. The company is independently owned with no disclosed parent, institutional investors, or private equity backing, and operates with a headcount of 1-10 employees from its Calgary headquarters at #6 - 1480 28 Street NE.

Name

Reliable Scale

Legal name

Reliable Scale Corporation

Website

https://reliablescale.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Reliable Scale Corporation is a Calgary-based, privately held industrial manufacturer founded in 1984 that designs and sells strain gauge-based weighing and force measurement equipment — including load cells, digital weight indicators, crane scales, and wireline measurement systems — to agricultural, oilfield, and industrial end users via direct quote-based sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Weighing Equipment

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Agricultural Implement Manufacturing (33311)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Weighing & Force Measurement (Load cells, scales, torque, strain measurement) (IMAGAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Livestock Monitoring & Wearables (Activity, Rumination, Health Sensors) (AFAAAIAG), Livestock & Dairy Equipment (IMAHACAG), Livestock Weighing, Sorting & Handling Facility Services (AFAEALAG)

Keywords

• Industrial weighing equipment
• Load cell sensors
• Crane scales
• Wireline tension measurement
• Livestock scales

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Industrial Weighing Equipment Sales: One-time hardware sales of weighing equipment including load cells, weight indicators, crane scales, and specialized measurement systems. Equipment sold directly to end users in agricultural, oilfield, and industrial sectors. No recurring revenue model disclosed.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Reliable Scale Corporation manufactures industrial weighing and force measurement equipment, including digital weight indicators, strain gauge load cells, crane scales, wireline measuring heads, tension links, and livestock scales. The company's products are designed for harsh field conditions across agricultural, oilfield/wireline, and general industrial sectors. Equipment integrates via serial communication protocols and supports Electronic Identification (EID) readers for livestock tracking applications.

Product overview

Reliable Scale Corporation manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of industrial weighing and force measurement equipment organized into three core product categories: Weight Indicators (digital displays and controllers), Load Cells (sensors and load bars), and Complete Weighing Systems (crane scales, tension links, wireline equipment, livestock scales). The product line includes multiple indicator series (300, 400, 500, 600, DD, 805, 815) offering varying capabilities from basic weighing to advanced EID reader support and sorting functions. Load cell products span multiple form factors including pancake, horseshoe, tension link, and load bar designs for applications from 60 lb light-duty to 661,000 lb heavy industrial use. Specialized oilfield and wireline products include wireline measuring heads (MHD-47), weight indicators (Model 865, 565D), tension monitoring assemblies (FHE-M-1K), and hook line load cells (FHE-LT-150K). Agricultural products include livestock scales, cattle/hog/poultry weighing equipment, and feed mixer truck indicators. The products integrate via RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 serial communication and support Electronic Identification (EID) readers for livestock tracking. No AI or machine learning capabilities are present; the technology is based on strain gauge measurement principles with digital signal processing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Series 300 Weight Indicators Digital weight indicators designed for agricultural and industrial weighing applications, featuring LCD displays, RS-232 interfaces, and optional Electronic Identification (EID) support for livestock management.
• Series 400 Weight Indicators Digital weight indicators for feed mixer trucks and industrial weighing applications.
• Series 500 Weight Indicators Advanced digital weight indicators with computer interfaces, programmable features, and support for Electronic Identification (EID) readers including barcode scanners and Bluetooth devices.
• Series 600 Weight Indicators Sorting weight indicators with growth monitoring and sorting control capabilities for agricultural applications.
• DD Series Digital Dial Weight Indicators Drilling rig weight indicators with analog "Posi-Drive" pointer and digital display, combining traditional dial gauge readability with digital precision for oilfield applications.
• 815 Series Weight Indicators General purpose weight indicators designed for floor scales and industrial weighing with programmable weighing modes and alarm functions.
• RB Series Load Bars Load bars designed for livestock handling, featuring robust construction for cattle squeeze chutes, pen scales, and platform scales with models ranging from 1K to 3K capacity.
• RH Series Heavy Duty Load Bars Heavy duty load bars for large hydraulic squeeze chutes, bison and cattle scales, with low profile design at 3.4 inches high and 12,000 lb pair capacity.
• C10P Series Platform/Bin Weighing Load Cells Low profile platform and bin weighing load cells with exclusive design eliminating incorrect loading, available in 2K to 50K lb capacities.
• C06-363YH Pancake Style Load Cells Compact low profile compression load cells for tension and compression use, sealed against moisture and chemical attack, with capacities from 1 ton to 300 tons.
• C05 Series Tension Link Load Cells Rugged tension link load cells for harsh environments and all-weather operation, compatible with most digital weight indicators, available in 10K to 100K lb capacities.
• C09A Horseshoe Style Load Cells Horseshoe-shaped load cells for pumpjack monitoring with three-point loading system and quick-release locking pin, designed for well monitoring and pump-off control systems.
• OCSA Series Heavy Duty Crane Scales Heavy duty crane scales with LED or LCD display, die-cast aluminum enclosure, and alloy steel load receptor, available in 20K to 40K lb capacities with infrared remote control.
• OCSZ Series Heavy Duty Crane Scales Heavy duty crane scales with LED display, steel enclosure, and heavy duty bow shackle and eye hook, with 500% breaking overload capacity and capacities up to 100K lb.
• OCSB Series Medium Duty Crane Scales Medium duty crane scales with easy swap rechargeable batteries, LED or LCD display options, and heavy duty shackle and hook, rated for 2K to 10K lb.
• OCSD Series Tension Links Tension links and dynamometers with accuracy up to 0.05%, aluminum load cell for 1t-5t and alloy steel for 10t-200t, featuring LCD display with backlight and optional wireless handheld display with USB PC connection.
• MHD-47 Wireline Measuring Head Wireline measuring head that measures both line tension and line pay-out, with integrated load cell, maximum line tension of 10,000 lb, and compatibility with wirelines from 0.081 inch to 5/16 inch diameter.
• Model 865 Wireline Weight Indicator with Counter Wireline weight indicator with built-in counter for measuring line depth and tension during wireline operations.
• FHE-LT-150K Hook Line Load Cell Dead line hook load cell for drilling rig line tension applications, with integral aluminum load cell, steel saddles, and integrated loop-powered 4-20mA output, rated for 150,000 lb system tension.
• FHE-M-1K Slick-line Tension Monitoring Assembly Slick-line tension monitoring assembly with compact wheel assembly, interchangeable sheaves for different line sizes, and ultra-sensitive load cell for precise tension measurement.
• Model 565D Digital Wireline Weight Indicator Digital wireline weight indicator with programmable resolution, sensitivity, and increments, featuring responsive analog output (4-20mA or 0-5VDC), real-time clock, and Sigma-Delta A/D conversion.
• Livestock Scales Scales and weighing systems designed for livestock management, including cattle, bison, and other animals with integrated systems for data collection and tracking.
• Hog & Sheep Scales Weighing equipment specifically designed for hog and sheep operations, including hanging scales and load bars.
• Poultry Scales Poultry growth monitoring and sorting weight indicators for tracking and managing poultry weight data.
• Calf Tote Hitch Mounted Carrier Scale Portable hitch-mounted scale for weighing calves and livestock directly at the point of handling, designed for feedlot efficiency.
• Model 500LG Digital Weight Indicator Advanced digital weight indicator with gross/net/tare functions, report features including individual, total, average, minimum and maximum weights, compatible with most strain gage load cells, and supports Electronic Identification (EID) readers.
• Model 805BS Digital Weight Indicator General purpose weight indicator with IP66 stainless steel wash down enclosure, drives up to eight 350 ohm load cells, weighing modes including Normal, Peak and Count, and RS-232 printer interface.
• Software Data retrieval and management software for livestock and industrial weighing data, including CATTLE-LOGGER data retrieval software.
• Rotary Encoders Rotary encoders for wireline and industrial applications, providing position and speed feedback for weighing and monitoring systems.

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Scale indicators1 record

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Rice Lake Weighing Systems: Major North American manufacturer of load cells, indicators, and complete industrial/livestock weighing systems; competes head-to-head in the indicator (300/500 series), load cell, and livestock scale categories.
• Cardinal Scale Manufacturing: US-based industrial and agricultural scale manufacturer producing load cells, weight indicators, livestock scales, and crane scales with overlapping product categories and similar mid-market B2B industrial customer profile.
• Avery Weigh-Tronix: Long-established manufacturer of livestock scales, platform scales, and industrial weighing indicators targeting the same agricultural and industrial customer base as Reliable Scale, with comparable load bar and indicator product lines.
• Digi-Star (Topcon Agriculture): Direct competitor in feed mixer truck weighing indicators and load bars (B03 series is explicitly described as compatible with EATON/Digi-Star format), serving the same agricultural and livestock feedlot customer base with overlapping indicator and load cell products.
• CAS Corporation: Global industrial scale and load cell manufacturer with comparable product breadth across indicators, load cells, crane scales, and platform scales, targeting similar agricultural and industrial OEM and end-user channels.
• Flintec Group: Manufacturer of precision load cells and force sensors used in industrial scales, process weighing, and OEM applications; direct supplier-level overlap with Reliable Scale's load cell product line for system integrators.
• Vishay Precision Group (VPG) / Tedea-Huntload: Specialized load cell and force sensor manufacturer whose compression, tension, and platform load cells compete directly with Reliable Scale's C-series and load bar products across industrial and process weighing applications.

Broad incumbents

• Mettler-Toledo International: Largest global industrial weighing incumbent serving the same agricultural, industrial, and laboratory weighing end markets; competes as a broad portfolio vendor with significant pricing power and a much larger installed base.
• Fairbanks Scales: Established US scale manufacturer with overlapping industrial, agricultural, and vehicle weighing product lines, serving similar B2B customers but with broader portfolio and distribution.

Emerging players

• Dynamic Scales Mfg. Specialty manufacturer of oilfield and wireline weighing and tension measurement equipment — a narrower but directly comparable peer in the drilling and wireline sub-vertical that overlaps with MHD-47, FHE-LT, and DD Series products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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