Ward Bekker - Ward Bekker Single lane

Applications & Use Cases

• Used for verifying the weight of individual packaged products in food processing.
• Commonly integrated into end-of-line packaging systems for quality control.
• Applied in pharmaceutical and chemical industries for precise weight verification of containers.
• Utilised in logistics and distribution centres for parcel weight checking.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of single-lane checkweigher, throughput can typically range from 60 to 120 items per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Weight range

Units of this type commonly handle products from approximately 50g up to 3000g, suitable for a variety of packaged goods.

Construction material

Typically constructed from stainless steel, ensuring hygiene and durability in food processing environments.

Power supply

Commonly requires a standard industrial electrical supply, typically 230V, single-phase, 50Hz, with a compressed air supply for pneumatic components.

Weighing stages

This model features a 3-stage vibratory system, which is common for ensuring accurate and consistent product feeding and weighing.

Control system

Modernised units are commonly fitted with PLC controls, offering enhanced programmability and integration capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a linear weigher?

  A linear weigher, also known as a checkweigher, is a machine designed to weigh individual products as they pass along a production line, ensuring they fall within specified weight tolerances.

• What are the benefits of a single-lane checkweigher?

• What does 'refurbished with new PLC Controls' mean?

• Is this unit suitable for washdown environments?

• Can this checkweigher be integrated with other packaging machinery?