DETECTO

DETECTO is a USA-made manufacturer of clinical, foodservice, retail POS, and logistics scales and related devices.

DETECTO, an ISO-9001:2008 and ISO 13485 certified scale manufacturer, markets a complete line of quality weighing products for the healthcare, foodservice, retail POS and shipping/logistics industries. DETECTO’s headquarters and factory is in Webb City, Missouri, USA with warehouses in Canada and England and distributors in over 110 countries. Founded in 1900, Detecto Scale is the largest medical scale manufacturer in the United States. The family-owned and privately-held company employs a staff of 350 associates trained in manufacturing USA-made, high-quality weighing products. Detecto has been featured on the TV shows “How It’s Made” and “World’s Greatest!…”

10/27/2026

We recently brought our teams together for lunch and a chance to connect outside of the usual workday.

Building a strong team goes beyond the work we do. It's about creating an environment where people feel connected, supported, and appreciated. Taking time to come together helps strengthen those relationships and the culture we're building at Cardinal and DETECTO.

Thanks to everyone who joined us and to our entire team for all you do!

10/22/2026

When it comes to patient care, accuracy isn't optional.

Patient weight plays a critical role in everything from medication dosing to anesthesia and treatment planning. Yet medical scales haven't traditionally been held to the same national accuracy standards as scales used in retail.

DETECTO is changing that.

As the only medical scale manufacturer with NTEP-certified medical scales, we're raising the standard for verified accuracy, clinical confidence, and patient safety.

Discover why NTEP certification matters and how DETECTO is helping set a new standard for healthcare weighing. - https://detecto.com/article/why-ntep

10/07/2026

A new and improved DETECTO experience is now LIVE!

Introducing the all-new DETECTO website - a faster, more modern digital experience designed to make it easier to find the products, solutions, and resources you need.

With a completely refreshed look, improved performance, streamlined navigation, and a better experience across devices, exploring DETECTO’s medical scales, clinical products, and healthcare solutions has never been easier.

See what’s new at DETECTO.com!

09/22/2026

Patient weight is one of the most frequently collected data points in healthcare. But what happens when that data isn't accurate?

From medication dosing and treatment decisions to patient monitoring and trend analysis, healthcare teams rely on trusted weight information every day. That's why accuracy matters, and why certification matters.

Swipe to learn why NTEP-certified weighing equipment plays an important role in delivering confidence in patient data.

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08/25/2026

We sent summer out the right way last week - with great BBQ and time together as a team!

Our teams came together for our monthly lunches, this time featuring BBQ from a great new local spot. It was a chance to step away from the day-to-day, enjoy lunch together, and celebrate the end of another busy summer.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us, and to our team for everything you do each day!

08/19/2026

Which Wheelchair Scale Is Right For You?

Not every healthcare environment has the same weighing needs.

From physician offices and specialty clinics to hospitals and long-term care facilities, choosing the right wheelchair scale can improve accessibility, workflow, and the patient experience.

Swipe to explore which wheelchair scale solution may be right for your facility then learn more here - https://detecto.com/product/product-category/WheelChair-Scales

07/17/2026

Only a few weeks remain until the August 9th ADA medical diagnostic equipment compliance deadline.

For many healthcare facilities, this means taking a closer look at one often-overlooked piece of equipment: patient scales.

Accessible patient weighing plays an important role in ensuring every patient receives equitable, dignified care.

DETECTO is proud to support healthcare providers with the new 7150-AC ADA-compliant wheelchair scale to help facilities create the future of accessible healthcare.

Is your facility ready?

Learn more - https://detecto.com/product/product-overview/WheelChair-Scales/7150-AC

07/14/2026

Check out our latest article in Repertoire Magazine with MedPro highlighting how healthcare organizations are preparing for evolving ADA accessibility requirements and improving the patient experience.

The article features our new 7150-AC ADA-compliant wheelchair scale, designed to support accessible patient weighing with industry-leading platform dimensions, trusted accuracy, and American manufacturing.

Read more: https://repertoiremag.com/ada-compliance-push-is-reshaping-patient-intake-and-care-experience.html

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July and Happy 250th Birthday, America!

As our nation celebrates 250 years of independence, we're proud to celebrate from the heartland of America, where DETECTO has been designing and manufacturing weighing solutions trusted around the world.

From our home in Webb City, Missouri, we're honored to support industries that help keep America moving.

This Independence Day, we celebrate the innovation, craftsmanship, and hardworking people who make our country strong. Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and memorable Fourth of July!

Happy Independence Day from all of us at DETECTO!

07/01/2026

The August 9 ADA compliance deadline is almost here. Is your facility ready?

Healthcare organizations subject to the ADA Medical Diagnostic Equipment (MDE) accessibility standards must ensure they have accessible medical weighing equipment in place by August 9. These requirements are designed to improve access to care by enabling patients of all mobility levels to be weighed safely and comfortably.

DETECTO is here to help with a full lineup of accessible weighing solutions, including the industry's only NTEP-certified ADA wheelchair scale, designed to support both compliance and accurate patient care.

Don't wait until the deadline arrives - start preparing today.

Learn more about ADA-compliant weighing solutions at https://detecto.com/product/product-overview/WheelChair-Scales/7150-AC

Address

203 East Daugherty Street
Webb City, MO
64870

Website

http://www.Detecto.com/

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