Easiweigh - DS3005 Checkweigher

Applications & Use Cases

• Ensuring products meet specified weight tolerances in food packaging lines.
• Minimising product giveaway and reducing waste in production processes.
• Identifying under- or overweight packages for rejection or rework.
• Collecting weight data for quality control and process optimisation.
• Verifying count by weight for certain packaged goods.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of checkweigher, throughput commonly ranges from 60 to 200 items per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Weighing accuracy

Units of this type typically offer accuracy within +/- 0.5g to 2g, crucial for compliance and waste reduction.

Product weight range

A DS3005 model would commonly handle products from approximately 10g up to 3000g.

Power supply

Typically requires a standard industrial single-phase supply, often 230V, 50Hz.

Conveyor belt width

Commonly features a belt width suitable for typical food packaging, often between 150mm and 300mm.

Construction material

Units for food processing are generally constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Rejection system

Commonly equipped with an air blast or pusher arm rejection system for non-conforming products.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a checkweigher used for in food processing?

  A checkweigher automatically weighs every product in a production line to ensure it falls within a pre-defined weight range, preventing under- or overweight products from reaching the market.

• Can this unit be integrated into an existing production line?

• What kind of products can a DS3005 checkweigher handle?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used checkweigher?

• Are spare parts readily available for Easiweigh equipment?

• What certifications might this type of equipment hold?