Ishida - Checkweigher

• Ensuring individual product packages meet specified weight tolerances in food production.
• Detecting underweight or overweight products to minimise waste and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Classifying products into different weight grades for packaging or further processing.
• Monitoring filling equipment performance by providing real-time weight data.
• Used in various food sectors including bakery, confectionery, meat, poultry, and ready meals.

Typical throughput

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

Weighing accuracy

Units of this type commonly offer accuracy down to +/- 0.5g, crucial for precise weight control.

Weighing range

Checkweighers are typically configured for specific weight ranges; units like this commonly handle items from a few grams up to 5 kg.

Power supply

Most industrial checkweighers operate on a single-phase (230V, 50Hz) or three-phase (400V, 50Hz) supply, with single-phase being common for lighter duty units.

Construction material

Food-grade checkweighers are typically constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability in washdown environments.

Footprint

The footprint for a compact checkweigher can typically be around 1000mm to 1500mm in length and 600mm to 800mm in width.

Conveyor belt width

Common conveyor belt widths for this type of equipment range from 200mm to 400mm, accommodating various product sizes.

• What products can this checkweigher handle?

  This type of checkweigher is typically suitable for a wide range of packaged food products, including pouches, cartons, trays, and bags. The specific product dimensions and weights should be confirmed with the seller.

• Is this unit suitable for a washdown environment?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used checkweigher?

• Can this checkweigher integrate with existing production lines?

• What spare parts are commonly needed for a checkweigher?

Checkweighers are valued in food processing for reliable weight verification and compliance support. Buyers typically prioritise accuracy, speed, and ease of integration with existing production lines. When purchasing used units, inspecting calibration history, mechanical condition, and software functionality proves important. Industry sentiment favours models offering consistent performance, straightforward maintenance, and robust build quality. Durable construction and proven track records across multiple production environments remain key considerations for buyers assessing secondhand equipment.

General overview for this equipment type