What aspects should be clarified when selecting a through-belt scale?

A through-belt scale is a common dynamic weighing and metering device used in various industrial settings. It is installed on belt conveyors that transport bulk materials in industries, providing real-time and efficient weighing of scattered materials passing on the belt, while supplying users with weight data of the materials.

Since it is related to production and installed on belt conveyors, the metering accuracy and stability of the through-belt scale are closely related to the on-site working environment and conditions of the belt conveyor. Therefore, before selecting a through-belt scale, users should fully consider these factors and conditions.

In practical applications, many users are unsure how to choose a through-belt scale. They only know that they need to weigh the transported materials with high accuracy but do not know how to select the appropriate product.

As a manufacturer of through-belt scales, Guonuo Technology has extensive industry application cases. This article briefly introduces, from the user's perspective, the key elements to consider before selecting a through-belt scale:

Firstly, clarify the application scenario. Users need to determine the general direction of the application scenario for the through-belt scale, whether it is for ordinary industrial applications or special scenarios, such as in coal mine shafts or on thermal power plant coal conveyor lines.

The former does not require the through-belt scale to have explosion-proof properties, while the latter necessitates that the belt scale must comply with industry standards and regulations for explosion-proof performance and obtain relevant certifications and qualifications.

For through-belt scales used in special scenarios, users need to understand the product qualification certificates and the manufacturer's explosion-proof qualifications.

Secondly, clarify the application requirements. When selecting a through-belt scale, the primary requirement is to weigh materials while they are being transported. This requirement is undeniable, and the accuracy level, whether it is 1.0%, 0.5%, or even higher, is clearly defined in the user's mind.

Besides metering and weighing, users need to clarify if there are any other requirements. For example, does the through-belt scale instrument need to have functions such as printing and querying historical data?

Does it need information interfaces to facilitate the upload and sharing of metering data, enabling remote data querying by leaders?

Does remote data viewing by leaders require configuring belt scale upper computer software or integrating with other production systems within the enterprise?

By clarifying application requirements, users can select a through-belt scale manufacturer that meets their management needs.

Thirdly, clarify the application conditions. After determining the general application scenario, which defines the performance of the through-belt scale, and the application requirements, which define the product functions, the application conditions require more detailed specifications.

This relates to the selection of the through-belt scale. Application conditions mainly include:

(1) Working environment: production capacity, characteristics of the transported materials, whether it is outdoors or indoors, hourly transportation volume, etc.;

(2) Conveyor conditions: conveyor length, belt width, conveyor inclination angle, whether there is mechanical vibration nearby, etc.

These application conditions, along with accuracy requirements, determine the structural form of the through-belt scale that the manufacturer will design.

Lastly, clarify the service content. After determining the application aspects, before actually purchasing the through-belt scale, users should also clarify the manufacturer's services, which relate to the subsequent installation, commissioning, and usage experience.

Firstly, manufacturers that cannot provide practical and applicable solutions should generally not be considered.

Secondly, users should clarify what after-sales services the through-belt scale manufacturer can provide and the duration of the after-sales period.

Without professional and comprehensive after-sales services, subsequent installation, commissioning, usage, and maintenance will be difficult to guarantee.

Guonuo Technology not only provides users with cost-effective through-belt scales that adapt to on-site working conditions and needs but also offers comprehensive, professional after-sales services. Before purchase, we provide one-on-one professional services to answer user questions about products and related issues and formulate product solutions.