Bolt-On Frame adds in-line weighing to ordinary conveyors.
Press Release Summary:
Weigh Legs(TM), suitable for checkweighing of boxed goods and crates, shipping, and mailing, weighs static and in-motion conveyor loads. It is available in seven different widths from 24 to 42 in., in 5 or 10 ft lengths, with 250, 500, and 1,000 lb capacities. Leg height is adjustable between 23 5/8 to 35 5/8 in. Each Weigh Leg frame incorporates two support legs, two Weigh Bar® weighing elements, junction box, and cabling.
Original Press Release:
Bolt-On Weigh Legs(TM) Transform Sections of Existing Conveyors Into Full-Featured Electronic Scales
Fairmont, MN-July 15, 2002-Weigh-Tronix, Inc. has introduced Weigh Legs(TM), a bolt-on frame that adds in-line weighing capabilities to ordinary sections of conveyor. Weigh Legs offer weighing of both static and in-motion conveyor loads, ideal for many applications including checkweighing of boxed goods and crates, shipping and mailing.
Weigh Legs are available in seven different widths from 24" to 42", 5 ft or 10 ft lengths, and 250 lb, 500 lb, and 1,000 lb capacities. Leg height is adjustable between 23-5/8" to 35-5/8" to accommodate different conveyor heights. Each Weigh Leg frame is an integrated assembly, incorporating two support legs two patented Weigh Bar® weighing elements, junction box and cabling. Typically two Weigh Leg frames are required to replace existing sections of conveyors or for new installation; for longer static applications up to 20 ft, a third Weigh Leg frame can be added. Weigh Legs integrate seamlessly with Weigh-Tronix weight indicators, providing data processing capabilities, operator interface and display as well as serial interface to printers, photo eyes and data networks.
"Weigh Legs are an easy way to add accurate, in-line weighing capabilities to ordinary conveyors", says Tim Peterson, Weigh-Tronix Product Manager. "A conveyor-based electronic scale can greatly increase efficiency, accuracy and productivity in the same physical footprint, and Weigh Legs are the only product we know of that are completely integrated into an easy bolt-on conveyor attachment. We've developed the product range to accommodate nearly any conventional conveyor, including new lines and retrofitting of older lines. Plus we offer roller conveyor and belt conveyor tops to provide a complete system."
Weigh-Tronix is a pioneer in the design and manufacture of innovative precision electronic weighing devices and control systems. For further information, contact: Weigh-Tronix, Inc., 1000 Armstrong Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031. Phone: 507-238-8253. Fax: 507-238-8258. email: industrial@weigh-tronix.com www.wtxweb.com
