Anritsu Industrial Solutions - Anritsu Checkweigher & Rejector

Applications & Use Cases

• Ensuring individual food product packages meet specified weight tolerances before dispatch.
• Minimising product giveaway and ensuring compliance with net content regulations.
• Detecting and rejecting under- or overweight products on high-speed production lines.
• Integrating into automated packaging lines for continuous quality control.
• Verifying count by weight for multi-pack items.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can typically range from 60 to over 300 products per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Weighing accuracy

Units of this type commonly offer accuracy in the range of ±0.1g to ±1g, critical for precise weight control.

Product weight range

Checkweighers are typically designed to handle product weights from a few grams up to several kilograms, with specific models optimised for different ranges.

Power supply

Most industrial checkweighers commonly operate on a standard single-phase 230V AC supply, with some larger units potentially requiring three-phase.

Conveyor belt width

The belt width on units of this type typically accommodates various package sizes, commonly ranging from 100mm to 300mm.

Reject mechanism

Common reject mechanisms include air blast, pusher, or drop-down systems, selected based on product fragility and line speed.

Construction material

For food processing, units are typically constructed from stainless steel to meet hygiene standards and ensure durability.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products can an Anritsu checkweigher handle?

  Anritsu checkweighers are versatile and can typically handle a wide range of packaged food products, including pouches, cartons, trays, and bottles. The specific product dimensions and weight capabilities will depend on the model.

• How does the rejector mechanism work?

• Is this unit suitable for washdown environments?

• What kind of maintenance is typically required for a checkweigher?

• Can this checkweigher integrate with existing production lines?