Ishida

• Accurate weighing and bagging of snack foods, confectionery, and baked goods.
• Portioning of frozen foods, IQF products, and fresh produce.
• Handling granular products such as rice, pasta, and cereals.
• Packaging of non-food items like small hardware components or pet food.
• Integration into automated packaging lines for high-speed operation.

Typical Weighing Range

For this class of Ishida multi-weigher, a range of 20g to 2000g is commonly found.

Typical Volume Capacity

Units of this type often feature a total hopper volume around 3,000cc.

Typical Throughput

Output rates for 14-head multi-weighers can typically reach up to 120 weighments per minute, depending on product and target weight.

Number of Heads

This unit features 14 heads, which allows for a high number of weight combinations to achieve precise target weights.

Power Supply

Multi-weighers commonly require a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with appropriate amperage.

Construction Material

Units are typically constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability, especially in food processing environments.

Footprint

The footprint for a 14-head multi-weigher can vary, but buyers should anticipate a significant vertical and horizontal space requirement for the unit and its associated infeed/outfeed systems.

• What kind of products can an Ishida 14-head multi-weigher handle?

  These machines are highly versatile and can handle a wide range of free-flowing products, including dry, granular, sticky, and fragile items. The specific product suitability depends on the liner and contact parts.

• What is the benefit of having 14 heads?

• Is this machine suitable for washdown environments?

• What ancillary equipment is typically needed with a multi-weigher?

• How does a multi-weigher achieve its accuracy?

Precision and portable balances are valued for their accuracy and reliability across laboratory and pharmaceutical settings. Buyers typically seek models with proven calibration stability and minimal drift over time. When purchasing used equipment, industry practice emphasises checking calibration certificates, verifying display functionality, and confirming availability of replacement parts. These instruments are generally regarded as durable workhorses that perform well if properly maintained. Key strengths include repeatability, compact design for space-constrained labs, and compatibility with existing analytical workflows.

General overview for this equipment type