Introduction Scale System Overview

Typical
The Ratiometric Digital Weight Resolver
Acrison scales are available in two basic designs: Flexures
Over 30 years ago, Acrison developed Series 105 "Overhead" and "Platform". Whatever the configuration,
Double concentric As weight is added to or subtracted from the scale, the lever
a truly dynamic scale system for use in all Acrison scales use the same design principle. This is Lever Mechanism
augers to of Weighing System
mechanism moves in a direct and perfectly linear relationship
conjunction with their metering accommodate a wide based on a lever network which uses frictionless flexures of the scale hopper and the metering mechanism is Lever
4.5 mm
Maximum
variety of materials Mechanism Movement Non-Contacting to that weight change. This movement is precisely measured
mechanisms, aimed at satisfying the as the pivot points and a Ratiometric Digital Weight mechanically counterbalanced, so only the product in "Coupling" Element
(Resolver) by the weight resolver and instantly converted into a highly
many differing requirements of the Resolver as the measuring device. In all cases, the mass the system is weighed. Induction Element
(Secured to Main accurate signal in the form of a count ranging from 0 to
processing industries. The unrivalled Equipment Support
Flexure Structure) 1,048,576. Mechanical counterbalancing of the scale means
design has evolved into a range of
that this pure, unamplified scale resolution of 20 bits is only
standard weigh scale models that
The Overhead Scale used for the product.
enables Acrison to offer a complete
feeding solution tailored to the specific Lever Beam
The various Acrison "Overhead" scales are designed with Main Support Structure
of Equipment The scale signal is the result of measuring the ratio of two
application. This ensures that virtually all Ratiometric
Digital Weight
115-230/1/50-60 Input
Supply Hopper
Resolver Dashpot the lever network of the weighing mechanism located signals, not their absolute value, thus providing increased
process requirements can be Power
above the main support structure of the feeding Supply
accuracy and stability.
incorporated into the design of the
mechanism. The scale hopper and feeder are an
weigh feeder system and provides the Resolver Excitation
Series 1015 integral part of the weighing system. The overhead Ratiometric As shown opposite, the non-contacting coupling element is
ultimate in performance and reliability. Dry Solids Computational Resolver Output
Dual augers for Feeding Mechanism
scales are designated the 403 series and are Module
(Auger type shown) Output (Weight) Signal to (Feeder) Controller attached to the primary lever beam and the induction
medium free
flowing materials constructed in sizes to suit the application. element is fixed to the main support structure. This non-
and minimal
product residue
contacting design ensures that the system is unaffected by
shock loads to the scale system.

Weigh Feeder = Volumetric Feeder + Dynamic Weigh Scale + Controls

Volumetric Feeders
The Platform Scale
Supply Hopper
Acrison have five differing metering mechanism
Acrison’s several "Platform" type scale systems are
designs to give you more precise, more consistent,
designed with the lever network located below the scale
more reliable feeding. Dry Solids
hopper and feeder. The lever network in this case is a Feeding Mechanism
(Auger type shown)

double lever system encased in a steel chassis, so that

You can be sure that whatever your dry solids metering
requirements, Acrison have the right feeder for you.
Series BDF
Dissimilar speed triple the scale system is totally enclosed. The platform scales
Weigh
Platform
Controls
auger mechanism for the are designated the 402, 404, 405 or 406 series.
most difficult non-free
Lever
Beam
Lever
Beam
The entry level 702 series controller is suitable for either batch
Series 170 flowing materials Ratiometric
or continuous single feeder duty.
Digital Weight
Resolver
The unique Linkage Flexures – These flexures secure the lower portion
chamber The MD-II 2000 CTS series multiprocessor controller is the most
configuration is the of the weighing system to the main support structure, thus Dashpot
popular for single feeders. It has a 130mm x 100mm colour
basis of ultra- completing the parallelogram lever network and equalising
touch screen (CTS) that displays process information in a clear
hygienic, self- the moment of the lever mechanism Primary Support Flexure – These two flexures attach the
emptying ‘Flavour graphical form. Acrison’s SBC2000 Single Board Controller is a compact unit in
primary lever beam of the weighing system to the main
Applicators’ which all controls information is stored on one card. It enables
specifically for food Counterbalance Weight – This is weight added to the lever support frame
The MD-II MFC multi-feeder controller can control up to 32 serial communication with an auxiliary destination (eg pc, plc).
industry applications network to counterbalance the entire weight of the scale
and self emptying
feeders in different combinations of systems.
hopper and feeder. Thus only the product in the system is Secondary Support Flexures – These two flexures attach the
‘RapiChange’ scale hopper to the primary lever beam Acrison controllers are now available with integral Ethernet
weighed
feeders for the Series 101 The Acrison Personal KDU is designed to communicate with up network gateway and Fieldbus modules, so they can interface
plastics industry to 32 feeders via a remote infra-red link, through a serial cable
Single metering auger for free with a LAN or other host device such as a plc or dcs.
flowing granular materials Acrison – visibly different, measurably better. or via blue-tooth.

Benefits of Acrison
The Acrison scale offers a range of
distinctive features, all designed to offer
greater accuracy, reliability and peace
of mind.
Acrison for Accuracy:
• Pure, unamplified 20 bit scale
resolution
• Only the product weight is sensed due
to the mechanical counterbalancing
• Linearity to 0.05%
Acrison for Reliability:
• Repeatability to 0.005%
• Scale unaffected by power variations
of up to ± 30%
• Entire weighing device is guaranteed
for 5 years
Acrison for Safety:
• Available to Eex-d(e)-IIB-T6
Acrison for Durability:
• Temperature range of -20° to +60°C
• System design is less sensitive to in-
plant vibrations
• Mechanical damping provided by oil
dashpot
• Frictionless flexures
• Non-contact design
Acrison’s pedigree is unrivalled
Overhead Scale,
•1965 Double Concentric Auger patented
Model 403 Test Centre
We operate a fully equipped test facility at our Manchester, UK
headquarters. Customers are encouraged to witness trials on their •1967 Frictionless, all flexure weighing
products, not only at full production rates but also over extended system launched
periods, to allow a comprehensive evaluation of feeder performance.
•1970 First low rate loss-in-weight feeder
Acrison Scale
More Support Systems
Should you have an •1973 Acri-Lok scale disturbance
application for which protection system developed and
you believe our
patented
metering feeders would
be suited then please
do not hesitate to give •1975 First to offer microprocessor control
Overhead Scale, us a call or visit our web
systems
Model GP403 site at
www.acrisonint.net
We would be delighted •1977 First to utilise all digital synchro-
to have the opportunity
resolver technology
to tell you more.
•1980 First to introduce a totally automatic
computerised sampling system
Customer Satisfaction
Compact This is our primary aim through offering the very best in solids metering
•1990 First to offer a 5 year warranty on
equipment. As testament to this, today thousands of our feeders
Overhead Scale, are giving accurate and reliable performance world-wide. Their the entire scale system
Model 407 performance and dependability is unrivalled, making life easier for those
who depend on us and enhancing the quality of their product too.
•1993 Introduced modular control
technology including touch screen
interface
•1993 Launched modem module for
remote access to MD-II controllers
•1998 Launched new Series 170 easy
clean feeder for food applications

Acrison for Low Maintenance: •1999 Introduction of ‘RapiChange’ self-

• All scale electronics are the same in emptying feeders for the plastics industry
every scale, minimising spare parts
requirements •2000 Launched pKDU and infra-red link
• No field calibration necessary
Platform Scale,
E-mail: info@acrisonint.net
Model 402, 404, Web: www.acrisonint.net •2000 Launched field bus connectivity
405, 406
•2000 Launched 270 series in-line weigh
Acrison International Ltd Acrison International GmbH
John Gilbert Way Mörstädter Straße 45 feeder module
Trafford Park D-67550 Worms
In-Line Weigh Manchester M17 1AH, UK Germany
Feeder Module, Tel: +44 161 877 9955 Tel: +49 6242 9119 44
•2001 Launched blue-tooth connectivity for precise metering
Model 270 Fax: +44 161 877 9198 Fax: +49 6242 9119 49 of dry solid ingredients
•2001 Launched 407 compact scale

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