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• BS143 High Accuracy, Belt Weigh Frame

  The BS143 belt scale weigh frame is suitable for medium to heavy capacity belt conveyors, for high accuracy continuous weighing applications

• BS221DB Belt Scale Weigh Frame

  The BS221DB MASTER belt scale weigh frame is suitable for medium to heavy capacity belt conveyors, for most belt widths and capacities

• BS311 Belt Scale Weigh Frame

  Easy to install and in standard or custom made dimensions, it easily fits on the conveyor frame by using only four bolts.

Conveyor belt weighers, also known as conveyor belt scales or weigh feeders, are devices used in various industries to measure the flow rate and total amount of material being transported on a conveyor belt. They provide real-time data about the weight of the material moving along the belt, allowing for accurate monitoring and control of production processes.

These weighers are commonly used in industries such as mining, agriculture, food processing, manufacturing, and more. They offer several benefits, including:

1. Accurate Material Measurement: Conveyor belt weighers provide accurate measurements of the material’s weight, allowing for precise inventory tracking and process control.
2. Process Monitoring and Control: Industries can use the data from conveyor belt weighers to monitor the flow rate of materials and adjust production processes accordingly. This ensures that the right amount of material is being processed or transported.
3. Quality Control: In industries where product quality is crucial, conveyor belt weighers can be used to ensure that the correct amount of material is used in each batch, leading to consistent product quality.
4. Efficiency Improvement: By having real-time information about material flow, companies can optimize their production processes, reduce material wastage, and improve overall operational efficiency.
5. Data Logging and Reporting: Conveyor belt weighers often come with data logging and reporting capabilities, allowing companies to generate reports on material usage, flow rates, and production trends. This data can be valuable for analysis and decision-making.
6. Integration with Automation: Conveyor belt weighers can be integrated with other automation and control systems, enabling seamless communication between different parts of the production process.

There are different types of conveyor belt weighers, including:

1. Belt Weighing Scales: These are systems that measure the weight of the entire conveyor belt and the material on it. They typically use load cells installed underneath the belt to measure the total weight.
2. Weigh Feeders: Weigh feeders are used to measure and control the flow rate of material on a conveyor belt. They can adjust the conveyor speed based on the desired feed rate, ensuring a consistent flow of material.
3. Impact Weighers: Impact weighers use the impact force of the material falling onto the conveyor belt to estimate its weight. These are commonly used when the material is abrasive or difficult to measure using traditional load cells.
4. Nuclear Weighing Systems: Some industries use nuclear-based systems that measure the material’s weight using radiation absorption or transmission. These systems are highly accurate but require special handling and regulations due to their use of radioactive isotopes.

Overall, conveyor belt weighers play a crucial role in various industries by providing accurate and real-time data about material flow, enabling better process control, quality assurance, and operational efficiency.