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Wisconsin Truck Scale Calibration & Service

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Capitol Scale provides Wisconsin truck scale calibration and service for commercial vehicle scales across the state. Our certified technicians deliver accurate, legal-for-trade calibration, inspection, and repair services to ensure your truck scales remain compliant, reliable, and ready for daily operation. In addition to Wisconsin, Capitol Scale is licensed to perform truck scale calibration in Iowa and Minnesota, allowing us to support multi-state operations with consistent, compliant service.

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​Certified Wisconsin Truck Scale Calibration

Accurate truck scales are critical for regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and fair trade. Capitol Scale specializes in certified Wisconsin truck scale calibration performed to meet all applicable state and federal requirements. Our technicians are trained to service truck scales in Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota, ensuring your equipment meets accuracy tolerances and legal-for-trade standards in each jurisdiction.

All calibrations are performed using NTEP-certified test weights and procedures, and calibration certificates are provided for documentation, audits, and inspections. Whether you operate a single truck scale or multiple locations across state lines, our team delivers dependable, compliant calibration services.

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​Comprehensive Truck Scale Service Across Wisconsin

 

Capitol Scale offers full Wisconsin truck scale service, including calibration, preventative maintenance, and repair. Truck scales are exposed to heavy loads, environmental conditions, and ground movement, all of which can affect accuracy and performance over time.

Our truck scale services include:

  • Preventative maintenance programs

  • Diagnostic inspections and troubleshooting

  • Load cell testing and replacement

  • Indicator and junction box service

  • Foundation and scale integrity evaluations

Our licensing in Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota allows us to support customers operating truck scales in multiple states with a single trusted service provider.

DOT-Compliant & Legal-for-Trade Calibration

Truck scales used for commercial transactions must meet strict regulatory requirements. Capitol Scale ensures all truck scale calibration services comply with DOT regulations and state Weights & Measures requirements in Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota.

Our technicians follow proper legal-for-trade procedures and provide detailed calibration documentation suitable for audits, inspections, and regulatory review.

Why Choose Capitol Scale?

  • ✅ Locally Owned & Operated
    Proudly serving Wisconsin businesses with personalized service and a deep understanding of local industries.

  • ✅ State-Certified Technicians
    All our service technicians are Wisconsin state-certified, ensuring your scale inspections, calibrations, and repairs meet all regulatory standards.

  • ✅ MSHA Certified
    We’re MSHA-compliant for safety in mining and heavy industrial environments, giving you peace of mind in high-risk operations.

  • ✅ 24/7 Emergency Service
    We’re available around the clock to keep your truck scales running and your business moving—day or night, rain or shine.

  • ✅ Stocked Parts & Inventory
    We maintain a robust inventory of replacement parts, load cells, indicators, and scale components—ready for fast repairs without long lead times.

  • ✅ Multiple High-Capacity Test Trucks Across Wisconsin
    Strategically located test trucks allow for quick dispatch and minimal downtime, no matter where you’re located.

  • ✅ Full-Service Solutions
    From installation to calibration, maintenance, and emergency repair—we handle every aspect of truck scale service.

  • ✅ NIST-Traceable Calibration Equipment
    We use NIST-certified weights and procedures to ensure accurate, traceable calibrations.

  • ✅ Trusted by Wisconsin's Leading Industries
    Our clients include logistics hubs, agriculture operations, quarries, manufacturers, municipalities, and more.

  • ✅ Preventative Maintenance Programs
    Customized service plans designed to keep your scales in top shape and compliant year-round.

  • ✅ DOT & Regulatory Compliance Experts
    We help keep you compliant with state and federal weight regulations to avoid costly fines and delays.

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Proudly Serving Wisconsin and the Greater Midwest

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Truck Scale Brands We Service

At Capitol Scale, we provide expert repair, calibration, and maintenance for a wide range of leading truck scale manufacturers, including:

  • Fairbanks Scales

  • Thurman Scale

  • Powell Scale

  • B-TEK Scales

  • Durline Scales

  • Rice Lake Weighing Systems

  • Active Scale Manufacturing

  • Cardinal Scale

  • Emery Winslow

Don’t see your brand listed? No problem — our technicians are trained to service virtually all major truck scale systems. Contact us to confirm compatibility.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Scale Calibration

 

How often should truck scales be calibrated?
Calibration frequency depends on usage, environment, and regulatory requirements. Many commercial truck scales are calibrated annually, though high-use or regulated applications may require more frequent service. 
The State of Wisconsin Requires all Legal for Trade vehicle scales to be tested once a year.

Are truck scales required to be legal-for-trade?
If a truck scale is used to determine pricing, billing, or product quantity for sale, it must meet legal-for-trade standards and be properly calibrated.

Do you provide calibration certificates?
Yes. Capitol Scale provides calibration certificates documenting test results and compliance for records, audits, and inspections.

Can calibration be performed on-site?
Yes. Our technicians perform on-site truck scale calibration throughout Wisconsin and are licensed to perform service in Iowa and Minnesota.

Capitol Scale Company LLC

1-888-953-5333

349 Industrial Drive

Columbus, WI  53925

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Hours: Monday - Friday
6am - 5pm

2026 Capitol Scale Company LLC

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