Our History

Founded on a Vision

In 1986, Interface Logic Systems (ILS) was founded by Eli Sneward and Jack McDaniel, both veterans of Thurman Scale. As computer and electronic technologies began transforming industrial operations, they recognized an opportunity to bring those innovations to the weighing industry.

At the time, weighing systems were largely focused on the scale itself. Eli and Jack envisioned a future where software, electronics, automation, and hardware would work together to improve operational efficiency, accountability, and business decision-making.

To help bring that vision to life, they were joined by Charlie Libicki and Sharon Mathews, who became part of the original ILS team.

"It was a lot of hard work to build the company," Eli recalls.

Building Solutions Around the Customer

From the beginning, ILS focused on developing customized scale management solutions for industries that depended on accurate weighing and operational data.

Early systems were deployed in coal mining and preparation facilities, where software was tailored to each customer's specific workflow. At a time when many software providers offered only standardized solutions, ILS became known for its ability to quickly adapt software to meet unique operational requirements.

"You might have five or six aggregate companies located in the same geographic area, and each one would do business differently," Eli explains. "We became known for customization done quickly."

This customer-focused approach helped establish a reputation for solving real operational challenges rather than forcing customers to change their business processes.

Innovation Through Automation

As technology evolved, ILS expanded beyond traditional scale ticketing systems and became an early innovator in weighing automation.

Interface Logic Systems introduced the first RFID-based unattended weighing solution in the industry, allowing facilities to operate during unattended hours while maintaining transaction accuracy and accountability.

The concept originated when a customer wanted to support nighttime operations without maintaining a staffed scale house. Following earlier projects that relied on driver-operated card systems, ILS identified RFID technology as a more reliable solution.

The result not only improved transaction accuracy but also introduced automated site access control, allowing operators to track vehicle movements, improve accountability, and reduce material losses.

From that point forward, ILS continued developing solutions that combined software, automation, and hardware to help customers operate more efficiently.

Expanding Beyond Software

Over the years, ILS evolved from a scale software provider into a company delivering complete operational solutions.

Today, ILS develops and supports technologies including:

• Scale management software
• Unattended weighing systems
• RFID vehicle identification
• Automated loadout control systems
• Automated traffic control systems
• Driver communication systems
• Digital signature capture solutions
• Industrial kiosks and remote terminals
• Reporting and operational management tools

Many of these solutions are designed, assembled, wired, and supported by ILS, allowing customers to work with a single provider for software, automation, and hardware requirements.

Employee Ownership and Continuity

In 2006, ownership of Interface Logic Systems transitioned to a group of employees who had helped build and support the company from its early years.

This transition ensured continuity in company culture, technical expertise, and customer relationships while allowing the next generation of leadership to continue building on the company's foundation.

Today, Charlie Libicki and Sharon Mathews remain active members of Interface Logic Systems, bringing decades of industry knowledge and experience to the customers and industries served by ILS.

Interface Logic Systems Today

For more than 40 years, Interface Logic Systems has helped organizations improve material accountability, data collection, automation, and operational visibility.

ILS solutions are used across a diverse range of industries, including:

• Aggregate
• Asphalt
• Mining
• Recycling
• Solid Waste
• Transfer Stations
• Rail and Transloading
• Steel Processing
• Forest Products
• Material Handling
• Municipal Operations

With more than 100 years of combined industry experience, ILS remains committed to practical innovation, responsive customer support, and delivering solutions that help customers operate more efficiently.

Looking Ahead

While technology continues to evolve, the mission remains the same as it was in 1986: helping customers improve the way they collect information, manage materials, automate processes, and operate their businesses.

The tools have changed. The commitment has not.