Conveyor Scales

Accuracy + Repeatability = Piece of Mind

Applications

No parts pricing sucker punches – VBS uses standard, industry-available components that are easily attainable from multiple vendors, in the design and construction of our equipment assuring our customer economical, simplified, fast and efficient maintainability.

Our NTEP Certified Inline Conveyor Scales offer incredible in-motion weighing accuracy with high speed capabilities. We offer complete customization to ensure the scale fits within your existing processes and meets your exact needs.

Features & Benefits:

Industrial controller samples weight at 60-80 samples/second for efficient weighing
Easy interfacing with other systems such as sorters, classifiers, automatic box weigh labeling, manual box labeling and more
Single load cell design simplifies calibration maintenance and operation
Smooth belt driven design ensures minimal vibration during weighments
Safety stops help protect load cells from abusive treatment

Conveyor Scale Features:

NTEP Capacity x Resolution (Standard)

200 lb x 0.1 lb
100 lb x 0.05 lb
40 lb x 0.02 lb
20 lb x 0.01 lb
10 lb x 0.005 lb

NTEP Capacity x Resolution (Metric)

100 kg x 0.05 kg
40 kg x 0.02 kg
20 kg x 0.01 kg
10 kg x 0.005 kg
4 kg x 0.002 kg

Optional Features

VFD to change conveyor speeds
Aluminum construction for dry environments
Stainless steel construction for washdown and food-grade environments
Large 17-inch touchscreen HMI for ease of operator viewing and interface
Draft shield protects scale from environment triggered weighing errors

FAQ

What is the difference between a conveyor scale & checkweigher?

A conveyor scale simply acquires the weight. This weight can then be stored on the scale or sent to another device.

A checkweigher will acquire the weight, compare the weight against an upper and lower limit, and then take an action. Just a few examples of actions are illuminate a light, stop a conveyor or divert the product off the line for rework (most popular).

Does the conveyor stop to get the product weight?

No. Stopping the conveyor for each product would significantly increase component wear & tear, and reduce the throughput.

Even while in motion our NTEP certified scale and algorithm will accurately determine the weight of the weight of the product.

How do I know when NTEP is needed?

NTEP is required when you are selling your product based on its weight. Therefore all food processing facilities require an NTEP inline conveyor scale in their facility when capturing product weight. NTEP is also required when transmitting a weight for creating a shipping label.

Can I export the data, or transmit the weights in real time?

Yes to both. We offer RS-232 (serial) and Ethernet communication as standard. You can see the database being populated or export the data after a finished run. (Ethernet IP option is also available.)

Innovative Scale Design Elements

Half the bearings

Single drive design virtually eliminates the harmonics that can result when you have dual drives (one on each conveyor end). Harmonics often develop when motor speeds are not precisely matched. The result is internal scale movements that can significantly affect weighing accuracy.

Single Load Cell

It took years to figure out, but we finally came up with a single load cell design. The result is a scale that is more reliable and less cost. The reduce cost part is obvious, but what about the reliability? Most scales have 4 load cells (one of each corner), so when one load cell fails, the entire scale is out of commission. Having a single load cell design significantly reduces the chances of overall load cell failure.

No Junction Box

Since we only have one load cell, we can reduce cost by eliminating the junction box.

Proprietary Mounting

Moment forces need to be considered with a single load cell design. VBS has engineered a unique multi-angled bracing that consistently transfers weight to the middle, where the load cell is located.