It’s important to calibrate balances and scales at regular intervals to ensure they remain accurate. But what’s arguably just as important is using accurate weights to perform the scale calibration in the first place.

With just one inaccurate test weight having the potential to give unreliable measurement results across all the scales and balances it has been used to calibrate, it is important to look after your weights properly.

Read on for our top tips for storing, handling and caring for your test weights to ensure they remain accurate.