Easiweigh - Head Weigher

Applications & Use Cases

• Precisely portioning confectionery, snacks, and dry goods into bags or containers.
• Accurately weighing fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables, and salads.
• Dispensing frozen foods like peas, chips, or seafood into packaging.
• Portioning non-food items such as small components or hardware for packaging.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For a three-lane head weigher, throughput can typically range from 30 to 60 weighments per minute, depending on product characteristics and target weight.

Power supply

Commonly requires a 230V, single-phase, 50Hz electrical supply, with some larger units potentially needing three-phase.

Weighing accuracy

Units of this class typically offer high accuracy, often within 0.5 to 1.5 grams, crucial for minimising product giveaway.

Product contact materials

Surfaces in contact with product are typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and durability.

Footprint

A three-lane head weigher typically requires a floor area of approximately 1.5m x 1.5m, plus space for infeed and outfeed conveyors.

Control system

Modern units commonly feature a PLC-based control system with a touchscreen HMI for recipe management and operational adjustments.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What kind of products can a head weigher handle?

  Head weighers are versatile and can handle a wide range of free-flowing granular, particulate, and small piece products, both food and non-food.

• How does a multi-head weigher improve accuracy?

• Is this unit suitable for washdown environments?

• What maintenance is typically required for a head weigher?

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