What A&D Weighing does

A&D Weighing is the Australian and New Zealand operating subsidiary of Japanese parent A&D Company Ltd, operating as A&D Australasia Pty Ltd since 1946. The company manufactures, distributes, and services precision weighing and product inspection equipment, with a product portfolio organised around three pillars: (1) Precision Weighing Equipment including scientific/analytical balances (BH-T, GX-A, FZ, EK Series), precision balances (FX/FZ-WP), high-capacity balances, halogen-lamp moisture analysers with patented SRA filter, and Sine Wave Vibro viscometers/rheometers; (2) Industrial & Commercial Scales including platform/pallet scales up to 3000 kg capacity, bench scales, counting scales, postal scales, hazardous-area IECEx scales, and IP65-IP69K washdown scales; (3) Product Inspection Systems including ProteX X-ray inspection, EZI-Check metal detectors, and AD-4961A/EZI-Check checkweighers.

Proprietary technology assets include Impact Shock Detection (ISD) — patented sensor-protection feedback used in GX-A precision balances — the C-SHS weight sensor (1-second stabilisation, fail-safe calibration), electromagnetic force restoration, the SRA secondary radiation assist filter, and sine wave vibro tuning fork viscometry. Load cells, weighing indicators/controllers (AD-4400 series), AD-4212 series weighing sensors, and the WinCT software suite (Plus, Counting, Moisture, Viscosity, UFC, WinST) supply the integration layer with downstream systems including Microsoft Excel and LabVIEW.

Commercially, A&D operates a hybrid direct-to-customer and dealer model. Direct channels include the andweighing.com.au e-commerce storefront, toll-free phone (1800 241 434), and an in-house engineering team delivering custom weighing projects. The dealers.andweighing.com.au portal serves authorised resellers. Revenue streams comprise one-time hardware sales (entry-level bench scales from $308, advanced precision instruments from $550, plus quote-based enterprise and inspection systems), one-time software licences, and recurring service/calibration revenue backed by ISO 9001:2015 and NMI Trade Measurement licence SL-0115. Customers span manufacturing, laboratory/analytical, food and beverage processing, healthcare, retail, postal/logistics (notably Australia Post), education, and specialty segments including jewellery and ammunition reloading.

Name

A&D Weighing

Legal name

A&D Company Ltd

Website

https://andweighing.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Short description

A&D Weighing, the Australian subsidiary of Japan's A&D Company Ltd, manufactures, distributes, and services precision weighing scales, analytical balances, moisture analysers, viscometers, load cells, X-ray inspection systems, and checkweighers across Australia and New Zealand via direct, dealer, and service-calibration channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Weighing and Measurement Equipment

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Calibration Services & Standards (Calibration labs, reference standards, traceability services) (IMAGAFAH), Metrology, Calibration & Testing Equipment (Balances, pH/DO, Standards) (HLAGAIAL), Retail Weighing Scales & Integrated Scanner-Scales (HDACAKAI)

Keywords

• Precision weighing scales
• Analytical balances
• Product inspection equipment
• Industrial weighing systems
• Moisture analysis instruments

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Sale of weighing scales, balances, indicators, load cells, moisture analysers, viscometers, X-ray inspection systems, metal detectors, checkweighers, and accessories. Products are sold directly to customers with pricing ranging from entry-level bench scales at $308 to advanced precision instruments. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales with optional extended warranties (12 months to 5 years depending on model).
2. Software and Data Capture Solutions: Sale of WinCT software products including WinCT Version 5.40, WinCT-Plus, WinCT-Counting, WinCT Viscosity, WinCT Moisture, LabVIEW Driver software, and related utilities for data capture and process automation.
3. Service and Calibration: Professional calibration services, repair services, and maintenance support to keep scales verified, trade-approved, and audit-ready. ISO 9001:2015 certified services with NMI Trade Measurement licence SL-0115.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

A&D Weighing manufactures and supplies precision weighing scales, analytical balances, industrial platforms, load cells, moisture analysers, viscometers, and product inspection systems (X-ray, metal detection, checkweighing). The company also provides calibration, repair, and custom engineering services through its Australian subsidiary A&D Australasia Pty Ltd, serving food processing, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, laboratory, and postal sectors.

Product overview

A&D Weighing is a global leader in precision measurement and product inspection equipment, operating as a manufacturer and supplier of weighing scales, balances, and inspection systems. The product portfolio is organized around three core pillars: (1) Precision Weighing Equipment including scientific/analytical balances (BH-T, GX-A, FZ Series), precision balances (FX, FZ-WP, EK Series), high-capacity balances (GX-M/GF-M, GX-L), moisture analysers (MS/MX/MF/ML Series), and viscometers/rheometers (SV Series, RV-10000A); (2) Industrial & Commercial Scales including platform scales, pallet scales, floor scales, bench scales, counting scales, postal scales, medical scales, and hazardous area IECEx scales; and (3) Product Inspection Systems including ProteX X-ray inspection, EZI-Check metal detectors, and checkweighers (AD-4961A, EZI-Check carton checking). Supporting these core products are load cells, weighing indicators/controllers, weighing sensors, WinCT software suite for data capture, and custom engineering services. The company serves diverse industries including food processing, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, education, and scientific research.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ProteX: X-ray inspection systems for food processing and product inspection
• EZI-Check
• WinCT
• Apollo
• Fortis
• Borealis
• Warrior

Products and services

• Scientific & Precision Balances High-precision laboratory and precision balances for measuring mass or weight in research and laboratory applications including pharmaceutical, food production, education, and research facilities, with readability from micrograms to milligrams.
• Analytical Balances (FZ Series) Streamlined 4-place analytical balances with internal automatic calibration, RS232 data output, data logging as standard, and ergonomic door design, including FZ-104 and FZ-254 models with 0.1mg readability.
• BH-T Series Micro Analytical Balance Advanced sensor technology micro analytical balance with 5-inch colour touch screen, patented impact shock detection, and automatic breeze break doors with non-contact IR sensors for superior accuracy and compliance.
• GX-A / Apollo Series Precision Balances Premium analytical balances with NMI Trade Approval (6/4C/323), 0.0001g readability, internal calibration, and impact load evaluation capability for production line applications.
• Industrial Scales Heavy-duty weighing equipment for industrial markets including platform scales, pallet scales, floor scales, and bench scales built for demanding Australian operations from logistics hubs to high-volume production floors.
• Platform & Pallet Scales (FG, HW-C, HV-C Series) Low-profile platform scales for weighing heavy containers, pallets, trolleys, large vats, and drums with capacities up to 3000kg and finishes including painted mild steel, galvanised steel, or stainless steel.
• Bench Scales (SJ, HT-CL, SA Series) Compact and portable scales for weighing, mixing, counting, and process consistency, including the SJ-WP with IP67 waterproof rating and traffic light LED comparator lamps, with capacities from basic 30kg models to advanced checkweighing versions.
• Checkweighers (AD-4961A, EZI-Check) High-speed inline checkweighers that weigh, classify, and segregate products based on weight for reducing product giveaway and improving production efficiency, with EZI-Check carton checking systems for detecting missing or damaged products.
• ProteX X-Ray Inspection Systems X-ray inspection systems for food packaging and pharmaceutical product lines that identify contaminants like bone, plastic, metal, and glass with advanced masking, missing component detection, and QA reporting.
• Metal Detectors (EZI-Check) In-line food processing metal detectors for quality control and foreign contaminant detection, satisfying supermarket and industry standard requirements.
• Load Cells High-performance electro-mechanical sensors for measuring force or weight including single point load cells, compression load cells, shear beam load cells, tension load cells, and weighbridge load cells.
• Moisture Analysers (MS, MX, MF, ML Series) Heat-drying moisture analysers using halogen lamp technology with SRA (Secondary Radiation Assist) filter for fast, uniform heating. Models include touchscreen (MS-74AT/MX-53AT) and LCD (MF-53A/ML-53A) variants with 0.001% repeatability.
• Viscometers & Rheometers (SV Series, RV-10000A) Sine Wave Vibro viscometers using vibrating tuning fork measurement method for fast, highly accurate viscosity measurements of non-Newtonian fluids including inks, coatings, waxes, and oils.
• Medical & Professional Scales Personal and professional medical scales including chair scales (HVL-CS, BCS), wheelchair scales (AMW-300), bariatric scales (AMH-400), platform scales, and personal bathroom scales designed for accuracy and patient comfort.
• Counting Scales (GC, FC-i, HC-i Series) Precision counting scales that calculate item quantities from a single reference weight with up to 1 in 10,000,000 count accuracy, ID memories, and audible weighing assist features.
• Weighing Indicators & Displays (AD-4400 Series) High-performance weighing indicators and controllers for batching, check weighing, and industrial applications including AD-4421 (high-speed successor to AD-4325A), ADA-4417 (IP68 stainless steel), and various models for different industrial needs.
• Weighing Sensors (AD-4212 Series) Precision weighing sensors including AD-4212A (precision), AD-4212B (production-line), AD-4212C (electromagnetic), AD-4212D (micro analytical), and AD-4212F (high-capacity for EV battery manufacturing).
• Postal Scales (AP30i) Precision postal mail scales for letter and parcel weighing, supplied to Australia Post stores across the country.
• Reloading Scales (HR-AZ, FZ-300i, HT-120) Precision instruments for measuring gunpowder charges in handloaded ammunition with 0.1 to 0.2 grain accuracy, supporting safer reloading practices and consistent ballistic performance.
• Hazardous Area Scales (HV-CEP, EK-EP Series) Intrinsically safe IECEx compliant scales for hazardous area weighing, including HV-CEP triple range series with portable design and 1-second high-speed measurement response.
• Washdown Scales (SE, SW, SC, SJ-WP Series) Waterproof and dustproof scales for wet and harsh environments with IP65 to IP69K ratings, stainless steel construction, and easy cleaning for food processing and chemical industries.
• WinCT Software Suite Windows data communication software for direct data capture from A&D balances and scales to PC via RS-232C, including WinCT (RsCom/RsKey), WinCT-Plus (LAN/Multi RS), WinCT-Counting, WinCT-Moisture, WinCT-Viscosity, WinCT-UFC, and WinST.
• Data Capture Solutions Intelligent data capture solutions for measurement issues, process automation, and regulatory compliance, ranging from free software utilities to fully automated data capture and efficiency monitoring.
• Custom Engineering Projects Engineered custom projects for non-standard weighing requirements including bespoke weighing systems and specialized industrial applications.
• Service and Calibration Professional calibration services, repair services, and maintenance support to keep scales verified, trade-approved, and audit-ready, with ISO 9001:2015 certified services and NMI Trade Measurement licence SL-0115.

Quantifiable outcome

• Settling time under 1 second for compact bench scales
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• A&D AustralasiacoreOthersParent company and regional headquarters for A&D weighing operations in Australia and New Zealand. Operates Quality Management System compliant with ISO 9001:2015.
• A&D InspectioncoreOthersSister company under A&D umbrella specialising in X-ray inspection, metal detection, and checkweighing equipment for food safety and quality control applications.
• A&D MedicalcoreOthersSister company specialising in medical and health monitoring equipment including professional medical scales for hospitals and healthcare facilities.
• A&D TechengminorOthersEngineering and technology partner company within the A&D group providing technical engineering services and solutions.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mettler-Toledo: Global leader in precision balances, industrial scales, and product inspection (including X-ray and checkweighing). Direct overlap with A&D Weighing in lab balances, industrial weighing, and food inspection product lines.
• Sartorius AG: German manufacturer of laboratory balances, industrial weighing, and bioprocessing equipment. Directly comparable to A&D's laboratory and process-instrument portfolio.
• OHAUS Corporation: US-based manufacturer of precision balances, industrial scales, and laboratory weighing equipment. Operates as a Mettler-Toledo subsidiary; directly comparable product range across lab and industrial weighing.
• A&D Company Ltd (Japan parent): Japanese parent company that designs, manufactures, and globally distributes the same weighing, inspection, and medical product portfolio. A&D Australasia is its wholly-owned Australian subsidiary; the parent is the upstream technology source.
• Adam Equipment: UK-based manufacturer of balances and scales for laboratory, industrial, retail, and specialty markets. Closely comparable mid-market competitor with similar product breadth across precision and industrial segments.
• RADWAG Balances and Scales: Polish manufacturer of precision balances, moisture analyzers, and industrial weighing. Directly comparable lab and industrial product portfolio.
• Minebea Intec (Minebea Mitsumi): German-based manufacturer of industrial weighing, load cells, and product inspection equipment. Direct overlap with A&D's industrial scales, load cell, and checkweighing offerings.
• CAS Corporation: Korean manufacturer of industrial and retail weighing scales with global distribution. Comparable product range in industrial scales, platform scales, and retail/trade-approved scales.
• Cardinal Scale Manufacturing: US manufacturer of industrial scales, vehicle scales, and weighing systems. Closely comparable industrial and heavy-capacity weighing offering to A&D's platform and pallet scale portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Shimadzu Corporation: Japanese scientific instrument major with industrial balances alongside analytical, chromatography, and materials testing equipment. Overlaps with A&D in weighing; broader analytical focus differentiates the offering.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ANDaustralasia

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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