The model of the new city hall is 'to scale'. [=the model shows exactly how the parts will relate to each other when it is built]
She 'scaled the heights of' the publishing industry. [=she rose to a very high position in the publishing industry]
Their equipment isn't suitable for 'large-scale' production. [=it cannot be used to make things in large amounts]
(..) To be honest, I invited you as a bit of a buffer. With Andre's family, I'm the butt of the joke. With Andre gone this year, I thought I could tip the scales in my favour... by having a few friends around. That was wrong of me. See you Monday. I can't believe none of us noticed (..)2013 TvShow: Community Title: Cooperative Escapism in Familial Relations Season: 4 Episode 5