R Series Takes Weighing to the Next Level
30 June 2005
The newly-launched R Series range of multihead weighers from Ishida Europe are claimed to be the fastest and most accurate models ever produced.
Thanks to the latest, advanced Ishida technology, product giveaway has virtually been eliminated while speeds of up to 200 wpm are achievable with a 14-head single discharge model. Other enhancements include additional easy clean features, an improved drive unit design and a new Automatic Feeder Driver system and self-tuning feeders to further enhance smooth handling of difficult products. Energy consumption is 50% lower than previous models.
A major innovation is Ishida’s development of a unique new algorithm to calculate weighing combinations, which can make calculations up to five times faster than before. This enables the weigher to fine tune its selection of weigh hoppers to determine the optimum combination of weights. As a result, the R Series improves weighing accuracy by a further 0.5% over the best results achieved by current multihead technology.
A new high speed filter has increased top speeds over previous models by around 20%. The single-discharge 14 head compact weigher, for example, can now reach 200wpm. As well as offering immediate benefits for existing high speed product lines and extra throughput potential for mixed product applications, the R Series is also ready to respond to future line speed requirements as faster equipment is introduced elsewhere.
The new weighers feature a Windows XP operating system, which provides advanced networking capabilities and allows easy integration of the weigher with other packaging equipment. An enhanced Remote Control Unit with intuitive 3D graphic screen and Start-Up Assistant ensures user-friendly operation.
"In today’s competitive markets, maximising production throughput is more vital than ever but at the same time consumers and retailers can be very unforgiving if the finished product does not match up to their expectations", comments Paul Griffin of Ishida Europe. "The new R Series gives manufacturers the reassurance of fast, reliable and accurate weighing to help ensure that pack quality and weighing consistency are never compromised."
Thanks to the latest, advanced Ishida technology, product giveaway has virtually been eliminated while speeds of up to 200 wpm are achievable with a 14-head single discharge model. Other enhancements include additional easy clean features, an improved drive unit design and a new Automatic Feeder Driver system and self-tuning feeders to further enhance smooth handling of difficult products. Energy consumption is 50% lower than previous models.
A major innovation is Ishida’s development of a unique new algorithm to calculate weighing combinations, which can make calculations up to five times faster than before. This enables the weigher to fine tune its selection of weigh hoppers to determine the optimum combination of weights. As a result, the R Series improves weighing accuracy by a further 0.5% over the best results achieved by current multihead technology.
A new high speed filter has increased top speeds over previous models by around 20%. The single-discharge 14 head compact weigher, for example, can now reach 200wpm. As well as offering immediate benefits for existing high speed product lines and extra throughput potential for mixed product applications, the R Series is also ready to respond to future line speed requirements as faster equipment is introduced elsewhere.
The new weighers feature a Windows XP operating system, which provides advanced networking capabilities and allows easy integration of the weigher with other packaging equipment. An enhanced Remote Control Unit with intuitive 3D graphic screen and Start-Up Assistant ensures user-friendly operation.
"In today’s competitive markets, maximising production throughput is more vital than ever but at the same time consumers and retailers can be very unforgiving if the finished product does not match up to their expectations", comments Paul Griffin of Ishida Europe. "The new R Series gives manufacturers the reassurance of fast, reliable and accurate weighing to help ensure that pack quality and weighing consistency are never compromised."
