From the general-purpose multihead weigher to the linear and mix weigher, a variety of innovative technologies have been introduced for the weighing of foods and other products. As the technologies have developed, manufacturers have enjoyed the benefits of improved speed, precision, and hygiene. Read on to discover the difference that Ishida’s innovative weighing solutions are making.
Introducing the CCW-AS Series
Based on more than 50 years of combination weighing know-how, the CCW-AS Series is the most advanced multihead weigher developed by Ishida. With a range of added functions, it improves overall equipment effectiveness and reduces the manual workload through line automation.
Benefits of the CCW-AS include:
- Advanced Accuracy - New circuit board advanced resolution to improve accuracy
- Advanced Operation - with automatic hopper timing adjustment based on mass data analysis and multiple cameras for automatic machine status monitoring
- Advanced Cleaning and Hygiene - with a redesigned drive unit for improved sanitation
- Advanced HMI - with a 15.6” colour LCD touch panel for improved visibility and operability
- Advanced Productivity - with new optional features such as optical charge control (OCC) and adjustment of hopper open/close interval for enhanced product feeding and production output
- Advanced Ecological model - with a new motor drive for reduced power consumption and reduced environmental impact.
Next-Generation Features
With such an array of transformative features, the CCW-AS enables all-new levels of productivity, accuracy, and hygiene.
Inclusion of the newly developed XRF-7 radial feeder means that the CCW-AS has greater conveying power for large volumes and sticky products than more conventional alternatives. The more responsive feeders transfer the optimum weight of product to each hopper. In turn, this makes for greater efficiency and the availability of more hoppers for the combination. Product flow can be maintained at very high speeds, with the assurance of small yet precise weighments.
Designed for production over extended periods of time, the OCC ensures high efficiency for any type of product feature and feeding condition from an upstream line. The integrated sensor monitors the product layer thickness, ensuring optimum product transfer to the hoppers. Machine learning also allows for feedback on the actual feed quantity being supplied to the sensor control unit. It’s the ultimate solution for precise, high-speed product handling.
While technologically advanced, the CCW-AS has also been designed for ease of use. The tablet-like interface, complete with intuitive graphical icons, allows for intuitive operability and reduced risk of human error. The IoT connectivity and large data handling capacity also ensure suitability for smart-factory integration.
Ishida’s advanced multihead weigher has been designed for optimal hygiene and simplified maintenance too. There’s no need to worry about the accumulation of product debris on the drive unit, even after long hours of operation. The smooth surface and wider gap make cleaning super-simple, with hygienic machine use assured.
And the CCW-AS delivers on the sustainability front, consuming 20% less power than the CCW-RV thanks to the new hopper motor drive programming.
Making the Business Case
With the array of benefits mentioned above, there’s a convincing case to be made for investment in the CCW-AS. This can be supported with an easily demonstrable ROI in terms of reduced product giveaway, faster throughput, and minimal Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
The improved weighing accuracy results in less overfill and waste, with a direct impact on profitability. The CCW-AS accelerates production capacity for the satisfaction of customer demands. It makes excellent financial sense, with the reduced energy consumption, lower maintenance requirements, and improved uptime leading to long-term savings.
Case in Point: Prima Cheese
The full range of benefits have been realised by such companies as Prima Cheese, with integration of the CCW-AS for the weighing of grated, shredded, and diced product varieties. Having partnered with Ishida since 2008, the leading cheese supplier had confidence in trialing the Advanced Series multihead weigher. This proved well-founded, with the CCW-AS enabling the weighing of grated cheese from 500g – 2kg at typically 30 bags per minute with a weighing accuracy to within 0.2g per pack. Ishida’s weighing system also enhanced efficiency and throughput.
Reflecting on the decision to invest in the CCW-AS, Prima Cheese’s Co CEO Nima Beni said, “Very quickly, we realised that the new weigher was making a huge positive impact on the line, helping to deliver efficiencies that increased throughput by between 30% to 40%, and that is why we decided to make it a permanent addition to the factory.”
It’s a perfect example of the opportunity to optimise speed and accuracy with Ishida’s advanced weighing systems.
Realise the Possibilities
Opening up the possibilities for the weighing of products of various shapes, sizes, and textures, Ishida’s mulithead weighers redefine expectations of speed, precision, and hygiene. Industry-leading weighing rates of up to 210 weighments can be realised, with throughput being enhanced at no sacrifice of accuracy.
The CCW-AS effectively minimises product giveaway and increases yield for the greatest food manufacturing benefit. Built to last and easy-to-clean, this advanced multihead weigher sets the benchmark for efficiency, waste reduction, and compliance
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