• Micro 6000 Weighing Terminal

  Weight indicator with 8 inches touch screen display and a variety of weighing applications to suit most requirements.

• 680 Synergy Series Digital Weight Indicator

  Configurable indicator combines powerful features found in advanced instrumentation with easy-to-use functions of more basic indicators.

• 682 Synergy Series Weight Indicator

  Rice Lake Weighing Systems' 682 Synergy Plus Series digital weight indicator is an advanced solution with the simplicity of a basic weight indicator.

• 880/880 Plus Performance™ Series Programmable Weight Indicator/Controller

  Designed with the user process in mind, the Performance weight indicators/controllers are packed with power, yet simple in design.

• 920i Programmable HMI Indicator/Controller

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• 1280 Enterprise

  A versatile weight controller that can power a variety of process weighing systems, customisable applications allow the 1280 to meet every clients demand.

• 3590EGT8

  Weight indicator with 8 inches touch screen display and a variety of weighing applications to suit most requirements.

• 3590EGT 3GD

  Colour Touch Screen indicator, ATEX 3GD, with AF01 software. Stainless steel waterproof IP68 case.

What is Batch Weighing?

A batch weighing system is a type of weighing system used to measure and control the amount of material used in a specific batch or recipe. It is commonly used in industries where accurate measurement of ingredients or materials is crucial for maintaining product quality and consistency. Batch weighing systems are widely employed in industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and manufacturing.

How does Batch Weighing Work?

Here’s how a batch weighing system typically works:

1. Preparation: Before the batch production process begins, the operator or system sets up the desired recipe or batch formula, specifying the quantities of each ingredient or material required.
2. Weighing: As the production process starts, the batch weighing system measures the exact quantities of each ingredient. This can involve loading materials onto scales, conveyor belt weighers, or other types of weighing equipment. The system ensures that the correct weight of each ingredient is added to the batch based on the specified recipe.
3. Mixing or Processing: Once all the ingredients are accurately weighed, they are mixed or processed according to the production process requirements. The accuracy of the batch weighing system contributes to consistent product quality.
4. Control and Automation: Many batch weighing systems are integrated with automation and control systems. These systems can automate the process of adding ingredients based on the recipe, reducing the chance of human error and speeding up the production process.
5. Data Logging and Reporting: Batch weighing systems often have data logging and reporting features that record the weights of each ingredient used in each batch. This data can be used for quality control, traceability, and process improvement.

Benefits of Batch Weighing

There are a number of benefits to batch weighing, including:

• Accuracy: Batch weighing systems provide high levels of accuracy, ensuring that the correct quantities of ingredients are used in each batch. This accuracy is crucial for maintaining product consistency and meeting quality standards.
• Efficiency: By automating the weighing process, batch weighing systems can improve production efficiency, reduce labor costs, and minimize the potential for errors associated with manual weighing.
• Quality Control: Accurate weighing helps maintain product quality and prevents overuse or underuse of ingredients, which could negatively impact the final product.
• Traceability: The recorded data from batch weighing systems allows for easy traceability of ingredients used in each batch, which is important for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Cost Savings: Precise ingredient measurement can reduce material wastage, leading to cost savings over time.
• Flexibility: Batch weighing systems can accommodate different recipes and batch sizes, making them suitable for a wide range of production scenarios.

Overall, batch weighing systems contribute to consistent product quality, efficient production processes, and regulatory compliance in industries where accurate measurement of ingredients is essential.