Premier Scales & Systems
SISCO is Founded
Originally named Southern Indiana Scale Company, Premier Scales & Systems started in the Evansville garage of Wayne S. Hargett, Sr.
About Premier Scales & Systems
Since 1969, Premier Scales & Systems has been a leading provider of industrial measurement solutions. Our calibration laboratory has one of the area’s largest ISO/IEC 17025 accredited scopes, and our multiple locations provide convenient 24/7 on-site maintenance and calibration within the Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky regions.
Our Mission
Premier Scales & Systems is committed to exceeding our customer’s expectations in quality and service with our state-of-the-art technology and products. We are committed in the unyielding pursuit of integrity and exceptional customer service to ensure Premier is the leading supplier of weighing and metrology equipment and solutions.
Our Vision
The sole source for testing and calibration of industrial weighing equipment in the Midwest. The preferred leader in accredited lab metrology services across the continental US.
Evansville Team
Louisville Team
Account Managers
Dave Renfroe
Evan Hatchett
Jon Anderson
Our History
This year marks our 50th-year of industry-leading service, sales, and repair. Since our humble beginnings in 1969, our team has grown from one man in his garage to over forty dedicated employees, we have taken on new territories, expanded our calibration lab, and even changed our name. We are truly thankful for every customer, employee, and partner who have made this milestone possible. Here are a few highlights from our 50-year journey.
1969
Originally named Southern Indiana Scale Company, Premier Scales & Systems started in the Evansville garage of Wayne S. Hargett, Sr.1972
Mettler Toledo 
By 1972 Southern Indiana Scale Company, SISCO, expanded into a small office in Evansville’s Southside. 1972 also marks the addition of Mettler Toledo Scales to SISCO’s product line.
1984
Expansion into Louisville 
SISCO made its next major expansion by adding Louisville Scale Company in 1984. The Louisville location more than doubled the company’s sales and service area further strengthening the company’s quickly growing market share.1992
A New Name 
After further expansion into Kentucky, Illinois, and Indiana, a new name was needed to represent the company’s scope. Thus in 1992, all locations began doing business as Premier Scales & Systems.1996
ISO Registered 
In 1996 Premier established ISO registration which paved the way for Guide 25 (Predecessor to 17025) accreditation two years later. This accreditation made Premier Scales & Systems one of the first ISO accredited labs in the area.2006
Metrology Lab 
In 2006 Premier relocated to its current headquarters on the North West side of Evansville fully equipped with a state-of-the-art Metrology Lab. By the next year, Premier was fully accredited to perform mass calibrations.2018
Scope Expansion 
In 2018, Premier more than doubled its ANAB accredited scope. This addition was the largest expansion since Premier’s 1984 purchase of the Louisville office.2019
Celebration 50 Years 
This year, we celebrate 50 years of industry-leading service, sales, and repair. We are truly thankful for every customer, employee, and partner who have made this journey possible.2020
Premier Distributor 
Since forging our partnership in 1972, Mettler Toledo has been Premier Scales & Systems’ flagship brand. In 2020, we are excited to announce the next step in our partnership with Mettler Toledo as A Mettler Toledo Premier Distributor.
