# AQS/E-weight System Guide **In conjuncting with our implementation partner, A\&D Scales, Superfood can assist you with managing the E-weight/AQS system.** 1. **Understanding the Regulations:** Familiarise yourself with the specific AQS regulations set by the NMI (Weights & Measures). You can find details on their website “” or by searching for “NMI AQS”. 2. **Equipment and Process Review:** Evaluate your current packaging equipment and processes. AQS requires accurate filling and reliable measurement systems. You might need to invest in upgrades or new equipment to ensure consistent average weight across packages. 3. **Sampling and Testing Procedures:** Develop a sampling and testing plan to monitor your AQS compliance. This involves regularly taking samples of filled packages and statistically analysing the average weight against the declared amount. The most effective/efficient way to do this is to get an AQS compatible inline [checkweigher](https://www.andweighing.com.au/category/product-service/checkweighers). 4. **Labelling Updates:** Update your packaging labels to reflect the AQS system. Labels should clearly state the average amount of the product, following the NMI guidelines. This basically involves adding an “e” (stands for “estimated”) symbol next to the net weight value. 5. **Record Keeping:** Use [checkweigher systems](https://www.andweighing.com.au/category/product-service/checkweighers) to monitor the average net content of all packs inspected. Maintain detailed records of your AQS compliance checks and sampling data. This demonstrates your adherence to regulations during potential audits by NMI inspectors. Most modern inline checkweighers can collect and report on 100% of your weight data and create the required batch reports. See brilliant video below from A\&D (our approved supplier) {% embed url="" %} --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://help.superfoodapp.com.au/haccp-and-compliance/aqs-e-weight-system-guide.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.