Hopper Scale

A hopper weighing scale with strain gauge load cells is a specialized weighing system designed for accurately measuring and dosing bulk materials in batch processes. The system consists of a hopper, strain gauge load cells, and a control unit that work together to ensure precise and efficient batching. Here's an overview of how a hopper scale for weighing with strain gauge load cells functions:

Batching and Dosing of Material

1. Hopper:
   The hopper holds the bulk material for weighing and dosing in time. It comes in various sizes and shapes depending on the application and material handling. Hoppers consist of vibrating or screw feeders to facilitate the controlled discharge of material.
2. Strain Gauge Load Cells:
   These weighing sensors convert the pressure the hopper material exerts into an electrical signal. Identically, Load cell mounting is beneath the hopper scale. Which supports the weight and measuring of the content in the same way.
3. Control Unit:
   The weighing indicator receives the electrical signals from the load cells and equally converts them into weight values. It monitors and controls the filling and discharging processes in time. Moreover, ensuring the dosing of the correct material amount for each batch.
4. Dosing Process:
   The hopper is manually or automatically filled with the material through a conveyor or pneumatic system. The control unit continuously monitors the weight of the material in the hopper scale, comparing it to the pre-set target weight for each batch. Once it reaches the target weight, the control unit stops filling.
5. Discharge and Batching:
   After reaching the target weight, the hopper discharges the weighed material into a mixing or processing unit or another container for further processing. The control unit manages the discharge process, releasing the entire batch before resetting the system for the next batch.
6. Data Recording and Reporting:
   Many hoppers weighing systems can record batch data, including each batch's weight, time, and date. Hopper scales became essential for inventory management and compliance with industry regulations.

Load Balance with the help of a Strain Gauge

A hopper weighing scale with strain gauge load cells offers an efficient and accurate solution for dosing and batching bulk materials in various industries, including food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and agriculture. Automating and streamlining the batching process, these systems help improve productivity, reduce waste, and ensure consistent product quality.