OCS Checkweigher

• Ensuring compliance with weight regulations for pre-packaged food products.
• Minimising product giveaway by accurately rejecting under or overweight items.
• Verifying completeness of multi-component packs.
• Monitoring production line efficiency and identifying trends in product weight.

Typical throughput

Typically, checkweighers of this class can process between 60 and 300 packs per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Weighing range

For this type of equipment, the weighing range commonly extends from a few grams up to 5-10 kg per item.

Accuracy

Accuracy for checkweighers is typically in the range of +/- 0.1g to +/- 1g, depending on the product and speed.

Conveyor belt width

Common conveyor belt widths for units of this type range from 150mm to 300mm.

Power supply

Units commonly require a standard industrial power supply, typically 230V, single-phase, 50Hz.

Construction material

Most checkweighers for food processing are constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Rejection system

Common rejection systems include air blast, pushers, or drop-down conveyors.

• What is the typical footprint of a checkweigher?

  The footprint for a checkweigher of this type can vary, but typically ranges from 1000mm to 2000mm in length and 600mm to 1000mm in width, excluding any extended infeed or outfeed conveyors.

• Can this equipment handle different product sizes?

• What kind of maintenance is required for a used checkweigher?

• Is calibration necessary for a checkweigher?

• What are common integration options 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