What force gauge does

ScalesGalore is an online multi-brand distributor of industrial and commercial weighing and force measurement equipment, operating as a division of Itin Scale Co., Inc., a privately-held corporation founded in 1968 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. The company sells digital and mechanical force gauges, force test stands, industrial scales, balances, medical scales, and a broad catalog of adjacent weighing products through its e-commerce storefront at scalesgalore.com, supplemented by phone-based ordering (800-832-0055), fax, and WhatsApp messaging support. Its catalog spans products from 50+ manufacturers including Chatillon/Ametek, Mark-10, Imada, Shimpo, Dillon, Detecto, Seca, Mettler Toledo, and Ohaus.

Core product lines include the Chatillon DFX III Series digital force gauges (10–200 lbf capacities with 0.3% full-scale accuracy, NiMH battery operation), Chatillon IN-Series and 516/719 Series mechanical spring gauges (brass construction, plus/minus one graduation accuracy, optional maximum reading pointer), push-pull gauges (5–1,000 lb capacities), and force test stands with interchangeable grips. Underlying technology relies on integral load cells for digital measurement and calibrated mechanical springs for analog gauges; the company does not manufacture these devices but distributes third-party brands as an authorized reseller. Pricing ranges from approximately $325 for entry-level mechanical gauges to over $2,500 for advanced bariatric medical scales with wireless connectivity.

The business operates on a one-time purchase / unit-pricing model with no disclosed subscription, SaaS, or recurring revenue component. The customer base is horizontally segmented across industrial and commercial buyers (primary), healthcare and medical facilities, and consumer/personal users, served via direct-to-consumer e-commerce. Payment processing includes major credit cards and PayPal, with international shipping available via wire transfer. Revenue, headcount, ownership details beyond the family/private classification, and financial performance metrics are not disclosed in the source material.

Name

force gauge

Legal name

Itin Scale Co., Inc.

Website

https://scalesgalore.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Short description

ScalesGalore, a division of Itin Scale Co., Inc. founded in 1968, is an online multi-brand distributor of industrial scales, force gauges, and weighing equipment from 50+ manufacturers, selling direct-to-consumer across industrial, medical, and consumer segments in the US and internationally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Scales & Force Measurement Equipment

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

SIC

Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Pressure & Force Sensors (Pressure/Strain/Load Cells) (HDAHALAB), Metrology, Calibration & Testing Equipment (Balances, pH/DO, Standards) (HLAGAIAL), Retail Weighing Scales & Integrated Scanner-Scales (HDACAKAI)

Keywords

• Industrial scales
• Force measurement equipment
• Digital force gauges
• Commercial weighing scales
• Medical bariatric scales

Headquarters

HQ city

Brooklyn

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct sales of industrial scales, balances, and force measurement equipment including digital force gauges, mechanical gauges, test stands, and accessories. One-time purchase model with various price points from entry-level to professional-grade equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

ScalesGalore is an online and telephone-based distributor of industrial, commercial, and medical weighing and force measurement equipment. The company retails digital and mechanical force gauges, force test stands, precision balances, medical/bariatric scales, crane scales, and a wide range of related accessories sourced from over 50 manufacturers including Chatillon/Ametek, Mark-10, Detecto, Seca, and Ohaus.

Product overview

ScalesGalore distributes force measurement equipment as a multi-brand retailer offering digital and mechanical force gauges, hand-held spring gauges, and force test stands. The product portfolio includes Chatillon DFX III Series digital force gauges (10-200lbf capacities with 0.3% accuracy), Chatillon IN-Series and 516/719 Series spring gauges, push pull gauges with various capacities, and compatible force test stands with grips and attachments. Products are sourced from multiple manufacturers including Chatillon/Ametek, Mark-10, Imada, and Dillon.

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Products and services

• Digital Force Gauges Electronic force measurement instruments that display readings digitally, used to measure push and pull forces in various units (lbf, kgf, N, gf, ozf) for industrial quality control, testing, and laboratory applications.
• Chatillon DFX III Series Digital Force Gauges Economical digital force gauges available in four capacities (10lbf, 50lbf, 100lbf, 200lbf) with integral load cell, 0.3% full-scale accuracy, rechargeable NiMH battery packs, and universal charger; designed for versatile force measurement applications.
• Chatillon Mechanical Spring Gauges Hand-held mechanical spring gauges including IN-Series, 719 Series, and 516 Series with brass construction, avoirdupois and metric graduations, better than 1 graduation accuracy, and optional maximum reading pointer (MRP); designed for use in narrow spaces and various field force measurement applications.
• Chatillon Push-Pull Gauges Compact hand-held instruments for measuring both push and pull forces, available in capacities from 5 lb to 1000 lb, suitable for testing, quality assurance, and material strength verification.
• Force Test Stands Mechanical frames used to hold force gauges for standardized tension and compression testing, including a large selection of grips and attachments.
• Detecto 6800 Digital Bariatric Scale Medical-grade bariatric scale with 1000 lb capacity, 0.2 lb readability, and optional WiFi/Bluetooth wireless connectivity for EMR/EHR integration; designed for hospitals, clinics, and bariatric care settings.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Chatillon/AmetekcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Chatillon force gauges and testing equipment. Chatillon manufactures digital and mechanical force gauges, push-pull gauges, and test stands. Featured products include DFE 3 Digital Force Gauges and IN-Series spring gauges.

Scale indicators1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Arlyn Scales: Arlyn Scales manufactures and sells industrial and laboratory scales directly online, competing with ScalesGalore as a source for industrial weighing equipment but with a more focused, US-made product line.

Direct peers

• Morehouse Instrument Company: Morehouse Instrument specializes in force, pressure, and torque calibration equipment and standards, overlapping with ScalesGalore's force measurement and industrial calibration product categories.
• Transcat: Transcat distributes calibration, measurement, and weighing instruments and also provides accredited calibration services, making it a direct comparable as a multi-brand distributor in the force/measurement equipment space serving industrial and lab customers.
• balance.com: balance.com is an online retailer specializing in laboratory balances, industrial scales, and force measurement equipment from multiple manufacturers, directly overlapping with ScalesGalore's core product offering and DTC e-commerce model.
• Cooper Instruments: Cooper Instruments distributes force gauges, torque measurement devices, and related testing equipment, positioning it as a direct peer in the niche force measurement distribution market.

Broad incumbents

• W.W. Grainger: Grainger is a major industrial MRO distributor with a broad catalog that includes weighing and force measurement products; it competes with ScalesGalore for industrial buyers but as part of a much wider product portfolio.
• Fisher Scientific: Fisher Scientific distributes laboratory balances, analytical instruments, and related equipment to scientific and industrial customers, overlapping with ScalesGalore's lab and analytical balance offerings within a much broader scientific catalog.
• Global Industrial: Global Industrial distributes material handling, storage, and weighing equipment to commercial and industrial buyers, competing with ScalesGalore in retail and light-industrial scale categories as part of a larger equipment portfolio.
• Amazon Business: Amazon Business sells industrial scales, force gauges, and laboratory balances from multiple third-party sellers, competing with ScalesGalore for price-sensitive online buyers across its core product categories.
• MSC Industrial Direct: MSC Industrial is a large industrial distributor serving manufacturing customers with measurement and testing equipment, overlapping with ScalesGalore's industrial segment but offering a far broader assortment of MRO supplies.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

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Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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