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    THAYER SCALEPROCESS MEASUREMENT & CONTROL EQUIPMENT

    THAYER MODEL RF2, 3, 4, & 6 Idler

    Conveyor Belt Scales

    ExtrEmEly AccurAtE & rEliAblE

    opErAtor friEndly

    robust

    stAtE-of-thE-Art ElEctronicsforcE mEAsurEmEnt suspEnsion syst

    BELT SCALES

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    THAYER Belt Scale Applications ProgramTHAYER is the only belt scale manufacturer that analyzesthe customers conveyor and application data to predictreal-world performance. The computer program essentiallytailors each component of the scale and conveyor tomaximize the performance of the complete system based onthe specic requirements of the application.

    We consider the parameter variations that are normallyexperienced in conveyor installations, the lack of dimensionalprecision of the conveyor components and installationimperfections occurring as the result of both the initial set

    up and the subsequent conveyor maintenance activities,the most logical approach to designing and installinghigh accuracy belt weighing equipment is to design forminimum error inuences in every phase of the project.This involves conveyor analysis work to seekout preferred locations for load and speedmeasurements within a conveyor, suspensionsystem congurations that are least affectedby conveyor inuences, particularly alignmentfactors (load deection vs installed alignmentconditions), and many other factors.

    The typical computer analysis involvesinputting eleven (11) key parameterswhich describe the applicationin sufcient detail to estimate

    accuracy for the installation asinitially dened.

    Major factors include:Conveyor design,Scale suspension designLocation of load and speed sensors in relation to boconveyor terminal equipment and loading pointsInstalled alignment conditionsDuration and constancy of loading cycleCondition of rolling conveyor elements,The uniformity and stiffness of the belt itselfCondition and size of take-up apparatusThe precision with which the system can be routincalibrated & adherence to a calibration schedule

    Operating environment.

    Subsequent runs are performed to evaluate the effects undvarious conditions, using different belt scale weigh brid

    congurations, weigh bridge locations, idler spacinweights and locations of gravity take-up, etc.

    Actual bias error (offset between THAYER totalizweight and check scale weight) and as-found err(random error, i.e. repeatability) can be calculated a given conveyor application using Thayers belt scperformance math model.

    This unique program was developed by THAYER, ais based on many years of experience in the eld high accuracy continuous weighing. The objective of t

    program is quite simple: To provide a means of producinhigh performance Belt Scale installation.

    Belt Scale SuspensionTesting Conveyor

    To aid in scale and conveyor design THAYER maintains a Belt Scale Suspension Testing Conveyoon the accuracy of a particular scales loading signal as well as to compare the long term stability aproposed design recommendations are simultaneously tested under identical conditions against ex

    This test conveyor is 24 wide, 50 ft long, and can be equipped with 20 or 35 degree troughed idlelocated outdoors to best simulate a customers installation and the effects of the environment (tem

    The conveyor is equipped with a Thayer single idler Model Quarry King and 4 idler Model RF, Roc

    The potential performance level of a conveyor belt scale installation is dependent on things other thveyor terminal equipment and loading points, installed alignment conditions, duration and constancthe precision with the system can be routinely calibrated, adherence to calibration schedule, and o

    While the Belt Scale Suspension Testing Conveyor can not simulate all the factors that directly effaccuracy and performance.

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    APPLICATION PROGRAM

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    Thayer Scale Belt Scale Environmental Test ChamberFor weigh belt feeders and conveyor belt scales installed outdoors, extreme tem-perature swings can adversely affect their performance. The operating tempera-ture limits of a weigh sensor can only be accurately determined and compensatedfor, by applying it to a simulated installation and subjecting it to varying tempera -ture ranges.

    In order to better assure customers of a successful installation of our products,an Environmental Test Chamber, located within the Thayer Scale manufacturingfacility, provides a means for temperature testing of load cells, scale suspensionsystems, instrumentation and entire weighing and feeding machines.

    This test chamber is equipped with special suspension loading aids (for precisepositioning of static weights on the pivoted suspension members), for use in themanufacturing process of the RF Belt Scale and MD and MDL Weigh Belts.

    The chamber nds use in Mechanical and Electrical Research and Developmentwork, as well as in Production as a Quality Assurance tool where particularly strin-gent temperature specication are called for. A distinguishing feature of theseconrmation tests is that they also include the effects of the lateral and longitudinalrestraining elements required to hold the suspension in place on inclined convey-ors.

    A quality control procedure using the test chamber assures that the particularequipment being tested either meets or exceeds Thayers requirements for stableload cell output but in the case of commercial belt scales exceeds the stringenttemperature requirements dictated by the NTEP phase 1 test procedures. Thechamber tests also go beyond the scope of the present NTEP tests in that all activesuspension elements, including those that are used to restrain the lateral motion ofthe scale on inclined conveyors, are tested for their combined effects.

    te headquarter in Pembroke, MA. This test conveyor was originally designed to study the effects of changing conveyor parametersspeed measurements made at various locations within the conveyor. Currently it is used as an evolutionary development tool, whereations.

    pacing. It can operate under controlled belt tension from 500 to 1500 pounds, and belt speeds from 10 to 400 fpm. The conveyor iss of -15

    0F to +900 F) on scale performance.

    Belt Scale. Both scales are outtted with Thayers various instrumentation packages.

    e itself. Major factors include: conveyor design, scale suspension design, location of load and speed sensors in relation to both con-cle, condition of rolling conveyor elements, the uniformity and stiffness of the belting itself, condition and size of take-up apparatus,nment.

    es performance, it does provide many of the crucial variations in order to assure that a THAYER Belt Scale is designed for optimal

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    Six Idler Approach-Retreat Type

    Model RF BELT SCALE CONFIGURATION

    There are two basic weighbridge congurations -

    approach and approach-retreat. The selection

    depends on a number of factors. Among them

    are space available, belt loading, idler spacing,

    belt tension, required accuracy and frequency of

    calibration.

    APPROACH TYPE: An approach weigh bridge

    is suitable for most applications requiring anaccuracy of 1/4% to 1% of full scale. It is available

    in one, two and three-idler designs.

    APPROACH-RETREAT TYPE: The approach-

    retreat weighbridge is designed principally for

    high accuracy applications normally requiring

    certication for commercial weighing and

    accuracy as low as 1/10%... available in four and

    six idler designs.

    The scale provides for complete mass

    counterbalancing of the dead load (idlers and

    belt) of the conveyor permitting the load sensor

    to react only to the net material load. This uniquesystem is not affected by dirt, shocks or vibration,

    and can withstand overloads in excess of 1,000%

    of rated capacity without causing damage or

    affecting calibration. The highly advanced and

    extremely robust sensing technology is based on

    the marriage of the weight transducer, embedded

    temperature sensing and proprietary linearization

    and temperature compensating algorithms.

    MODEL NAR , NTEP CERTIFIED BELT SCALESTHAYER NAR Belt Scales are designed to deliver exceptional stabilityand accuracy for use in applications requiring veriable accuracy. Theyare recommended for applications requiring commercial certication fobilling purposes. These belts have been proven in service demanding0.125% accuracy through independent certication. The weigh bridgefeatures exclusive rocking exure suspension in the approach-retreaconguration. Measurement sensitivity is high, deection is low, and thesingle load cell is isolated from the error-inducing effects of extraneouslateral forces, off-center loading, foundation distortion, inclination holdback forces, and high sporadic shocks and overloads. Tare load ismass-counterbalanced to create superior signal to noise ratio in weighsensing, orders of magnitude better than belt scale designs supportingfull tare load on the load sensors.

    Superior Weighing PerformanceTHAYERS Belt Scales are specically designed for high accuracy (1/10 to 1/2% typical) inventory control and throughput totalization in

    severe applications with the worst possible envirenments in the fertilizer, mining, ore, copper and coal industries. Special congurations

    are available specically designed for light scale loading applications such as Biomass, wood chips, saw dust, tobacco and land refuse.

    THAYERS Belt Scale weigh bridge features exclusive rocking exure suspension in the Approach and Approach/Retreat congurations.

    Measurement sensitivity is high, deection is low, and the single load cell is isolated from the error-inducing effects of extraneous lateral

    forces, off-center loading, foundation distortion, inclination hold-back forces, and high sporadic shocks and overloads. Tare load is mass

    counterbalanced to create superior signal -to-noise ratio in weight sensing, orders of magnitude better than belt scale designs supporting

    full tare load on the load sensor.

    Two Idler Approach Type

    Four Idler Approach-Retreat Type

    Three Idler Approach Type

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    Thayers Model RF Belt Scales are highly advanced and extremely robust weightsensing technology based on the marriage of the weighbridge, weight transducer(load cell), embedded temperature sensing and proprietary linearizing andtemperature compensating control algorithms.

    WEIGH BRIDGEOne of the most important components of a conveyor scale system is the designof the weigh bridge itself. Regardless of the type of load cell used, a belt scale willnot be able to weigh lightly loaded material and maintain its calibration for long if

    certain design features are not in place.

    Secondary LeverThayer employs a secondary lever system, even though it cost more to do so, because it permits

    the following:

    1. We can add mass (weight) to counterbalance the dead load (idler support frame, idlers, belts) and by using asecondary lever, we do not load down the suspension pivot.

    2. The scale provides for complete mass counter-balancing of the dead load (idlers and belt) of the conveyor permittingthe load sensor to react only to the net material load.

    3. By positioning the load cell correctly, relative to the secondary lever we can match load cell size to the net loading.Only in this way can any capacity scale be supplied to the same high accuracy standards.

    4. The resulting increased lever ratio of the secondary lever reduces idler deection, providing additional immunity toerrors associated with belt tension.

    5. The secondary lever system utilizes stainless steel aircraft cables as exural elements to transmit and FOCUS puretension forces to the load cell. The cables, being non-extendable, but laterally yieldable connecting links, permit thelever to align itself under conditions of varying stringer distortion. This is a most signicant feature. A belt scale mustuse the conveyor stringers as its mounting base. These stringers not only deect under varying conveyor loads,but may also rotate (or twist). A suspension system having the least possible structural redundancy is thereforeessential.

    6. This unique system is not affected by dirt, shocks or vibration, and can withstand overloads in excess of 1,000

    pounds without causing damage or affecting calibration.

    THAYERs Patented ROCKING FLEXURE PIVOT

    The axis position is permanent, being held in its horizontal position by the exure plate and in its vertical position by theload rod which bears on the exure plate, which in turn is bolted to the bottom side of the square and elevated suspen-sion extension shaft.

    There is insignicant rotational hysteresis. While the load rod may be likened to a dull knife edge (it is round), the exureplate bearing surface directly in contact can rock without sliding through small rotational displacement.

    The reaction to lateral forces creates an insignicant moment transfer to the weigh suspension (this is part of the pat -ent). Since the exure plate (which is hardened blue tempered steel) is also the upper bearing block of the pivot, tensileor compressive forces reacting to lateral forces therein have no moment arm distance to operate.

    CONVEYOR STRINGER

    Belt Scale Weigh Frame

    Elongated

    Flexure Plate

    Support

    Column

    Axis Position

    Rigid Pivot Bar

    Load Rod

    I N N O V A

    T I V E D E S I G N

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    THAYER Load Cell and Scale Utilization FactorThe distinct specication of continuous belt scale weighing applications and the unique environment and operational issues those applicatiotypically encounter, places too many requirements on the load sensing system for any single technology to completely satisfy. Therefousing THAYERS exclusive FMSS technology in the design of its belt scale suspension system allows the choice of using either its LC-1LVDT Load Cell or its LC-174 Strain Gauge Load cell. This puts Thayer in a unique position that allows us to offer equipment to matchwide range of applications such as light material loading, severe environmental conditions, and commercial certication.

    LOAD CELL UTILIZATION FACTORThe performance of a load cell and its instrumentation is specied on the basis of the load cells rated output. If the load cell is supportia quantity of dead-weight (i.e. idlers, belting, suspension system) and has been further oversized to accommodate problems of overloprotection, off-center conveying, shock, vibration and negative integration, then the amount of range left to do the job of weighing is onlyfraction of the cells rated output. The percentage of the load cells rated output reserved for the actual job of weighing material is cal

    the LOAD CELL UTILIZATION FACTOR.

    Thayers RF Belt Scales with FMSS Force Measurement Suspension System mass counter balance technology assures better th80% Load Cell Utilization.Provides : Field adjustable mechanical TARE balancing of dead loads typically as high as 200 times NET loads, thereby providing the full utilizatof the load cell force range.

    Reduces deection of load receptor to a fraction of load cell deection. Reduces zero shifting as a result of foundation distortion. Provides preferred access location of load cell for inspection or removal. Simplies the application of test weights for calibration/performance verication. Provides for lower signal velocity and acceleration under dynamic conditions.

    70%

    70%

    20%

    30%

    10%

    60%

    Direct Load Cell Weighing THAYER FMSS SCALE

    30%

    100% capacity required

    for application

    Scale Capacity

    10% Dead Load

    Full Loading

    30%

    70% Dead Load

    Over Load = 150%

    30%

    30%

    Full Loading

    THAYER LC-137 LVDT Load Cell THAYER LC-174 Strain Gauge

    Load Cell

    Legal-For-Trade Load Cells, NTEP

    Approved Per HB44

    The LC-137 (LVDT) Load cell was specically

    developed as the ideal adjunct to THAYERS

    reverse-action Force Measurement Suspension

    System. It is essentially a precision and extremely

    durable tension-style force transducer that is

    manufactured in a ne series of force ranges from

    5 to 465 lbs. The LC-137 is the ideal load cell for

    light loading applications where mechanical tare

    loads represent as much as 10 to 40 times the net

    material load and provide unparalleled at 200% of

    rated output. So superior is the LC-137 Load Cell

    that it is guaranteed for 15 years.

    The LC-174 Load Cell is a conventional Strain

    Gauge S Beam Load Cell that is housed in

    an enclosure that has identical mounting di-

    mensions to that of the LC-137.

    Available in force ranges from 25 to 2,000 lbs

    with an overload protection of 1.5% of rated

    output.

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    PRECISION BELT SPEED MEASUREMENTAccurate belt speed measurement requires the use of a precision wheel and pulser. A spring is used to maintain propercontact pressure of the wheel with the tension side of the belt in all operating conditions. The THAYER belt travel pulserassembly includes a precision cast/machined wheel with a pre-calibrated cir-cumferential tolerance of 0.05% and a high resolution digital transmitter. Thetransmitter produces pulses equivalent to 1/100 to 1/200 of a foot of belt travel.The speed pick-up wheel has a narrow face width so it is less susceptible tomaterial build-up, which can result in speed measuring errors. Since belt stretchis not constant throughout the length of the conveyor, and therefore, can affectspeed measurement, the speed pickup produces a more accurate speed signal

    than that which is produced by tail pulley mounted speed encoders.

    Digital Pulse Output

    Heavy-duty Construction

    Spring loaded to maintain positive tracking

    Self-cleaning

    Minimum surface area for material build-up

    Easy to installUnaffected by temperature and voltage variations

    CALIBRATIONA belt scale should be thought of as a precision instrument and its performance should be quickly and easily checked.

    Thayer Scale can provide an accurate reliable calibration using a certied calibration weight instead of test chains or

    electronic simulation of load, for all scale capacities. Thayer Scale developed and patented the rst automatic calibra-

    tion system for conveyor belt scales in 1971.

    For belt scale calibration, Thayer Scale utilizes the test weight which represents a specic pound per ft loading value

    and an automatic belt length measurement system. This combination produces accurate, repeatable calibrations free

    from human error. Unlike electronic calibration which simply simulates a load cell output to the instrumentation, the

    test weight mechanically exercises the scale mechanism. Thayers unique suspension design assures that the test

    weight will accurately load the scale and will weigh a maximum of approximately 60 lb (typically much lighter) while

    still representing 80-100% of full scale load. Calibration time is reduced to a matter of minutes and can be performed

    by one person.

    Key advantages:

    Test Weight more manageable. One man operation.

    Loading effect independent of conveyor incline.

    Longitudinal restraining elements not falsely loaded

    CALIBRATION MADE EASY

    S U P E

    R I O R

    P E

    R F O R M A

    N C E

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    MANUAL CALIBRATION TEST WEIGHT LIFT & STORAGE

    The test weight lift and storage assembly provides a safe, convenient method of placing the calibration weight on the scale weigh bridgaccurately and provides these advantages.

    SAFE-eliminates need to go between belt strands.EASY-permits one person to operate.CONVENIENT STORAGE-prevents loss or damage.REPEATABILITY-weight is ALWAYS positioned inthe same location test after test.

    Many plants have instituted safety procedures that prohibit operations personnel from being in close physical proximity to moving conveyor

    Consequently, routine calibrations can become tedious as lock-out/tag-out procedures must be followed before test weights can be manua

    re-positioned. As most large conveyor belt drive systems allow for only so many re-starts in a given time frame, the calibration process ca

    become time consuming, requiring extended process down time.

    Recognizing that routine calibrations are more likely to be performed on a regular basis if they are easy to accomplish, Thayer Scale offetwo different types of test weight placement methods. A manual system and an automated test weight placement system. The manutest weigh lifter requires that the operator lift a lever to change the placement of the calibration weight. When using the Automated TeWeight Lifter (ATWL) the instrumentation automatically re-positions test weights at the proper time during the calibration routine, eliminatin

    the need to stop and re-start the conveyor as well as eliminating the need for operators to be in close physical proximity to high speeconveyors. THAYERs Automated Test Weight Lift (ATWL) and Storage System provides quick, repeatable, and traceable calibratio

    results without the need for operator intervention and with minimal process down time.

    CALIBRATE STORE

    TEST WEIGHT

    SECONDARY

    LEVER

    CONVEYOR

    STRINGERSTEST WEIGHT LIFTING

    CYLINDERS

    LENOID VALVE & FILTER/

    REGULATOR

    OPTIONAL AUTOMATED TEST WEIGHT LIFTER:THAYERs Automated Test Weight Lifter (ATWL) mechanism provides a means for applying a known CERTIFIED test weight to allo

    completely automatic calibration. The calibration sequence can be initiated via the belt scale instrument keypad or via a contact closure

    A self-checking software algorithm in the weigh belt instrumentation prevents erroneous calibration. Test weight calibration eliminate

    the need for test chains. Four actuator assemblies lift and retract when signals from the instrument energize the solenoid valve assembl

    Two actuators (retracted) are located in the normal position and two actuators (extended) are located in the calibration position. Whe

    the solenoid is energized the extended actuators retract, slowly placing the test weight on the scale, while simultaneously extending th

    retracted actuators.

    Each actuator assembly consists of a rod locking cylinder, ow controls, anti-rotation brackets and a junction box assembly. A limit switc

    on each actuator assembly provides position feedback to the instrument. Generally, two actuator assemblies are required per test weigh

    In most applications four actuators are required, consult the ATWL assembly drawing provided with the manual . Each complete ATW

    assembly also consists of a Hose Cradle with a 2-position solenoid valve and a lter-regulator unit.

    The cylinders supplied have a special rod lock feature. This feature will stop movement of the piston rod when less than 50 psi of a

    pressure occurs. When calibration is complete the actuators return to their original positions.

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    E X C

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    N O L O G Y

    he SERIES 5200, Thayer Scales new generation of operator interface for control and monitoring of anyprocess weighing and fow control equipment.

    For use with any Strain Gauge or LVDT type load cells.Powerful internal 24 bit load resolution produces unparalleled system accuracy.Minimal customer wiring. The Scale Unit (SU-5200) mounted at the feeder gathers, load, speed and temperature; and communicatesthis information to the central processor (CPU) through a 2-wire RS-485 connection.

    CALE UNIT (SU-5200)s is the heart of the control system. It is responsible for continuously monitoring the major sensor signals of the process weighing

    uipment and digitally communicating their status back to the CPU for further processing. The Scale Unit consists of a motherboardt accepts several optional plug-in boards. These boards allow it to be easily applied to a variety of process weighing or ow

    uipment with sensors; LVDT and Strain Gauge Weight sensors, temperature sensors, two Channel Industrial Encoders, three WireN Open Collector Proximity Switches or Piezoelectric Accelerometer speed sensors; and Analog or Digital ow rate sensors.e mother board is also equipped with digital Input/Output terminals that can monitor and/or control specic weighing equipmentnals such as; Automated Calibration Devices, Belt Tracking Limit Switches and other similar devices. It is located within ten feetree meters) of the load sensor (if applicable). The factory mounts the unit to the equipments frame and pre-wires any of the criticalnsors that are an integral part of this framework.

    e Scale unit typically receives its power from the main instruments dedicated DC power supply and digitally transmits its informationck to the instrument via an RS-485 communication link. Both of these cables are typically contained in a single dedicated conduitn.

    ERIES 5200 CPUe CPU is the brain of the control system. It is responsible for monitoring , displaying and/or controlling

    e variables of the process weighing or ow equipment. At the foundation of this instrument is thePU or Embedded PC (EPC). This executes the proprietary application specic software based

    real time operating system rmware. Both the software and rmware are stored in a nonvolatileemory format compact FLASH card). Sub-components of the instrument include: power supplyat convert incoming AC power to the required DC supply for this unit as well as that required by the-5200 and OI-5200. Interface cards that handle the RS-485 communications between the SU-

    00 and OI-5200 and Input/Output cards for the xed and programmable inputs and outputs thate available.

    OPERATOR INTERFACEThis is the human interface of the control system. It is responsible for providing the operator with a means ofeasily interfacing with the process weighing of ow equipment. It includes 24 graphic keypad controls, a 4 x 20vacuum uorescent display and audio beeper that combined provide visual as well as the tactile aid neededto program, operate, maintain, diagnose, and troubleshoot the entire control system.

    Each application can contain up to three operator interfaces. One unit is typically mounted in the door of theinstrumentation (CPU) and the others (if applicable) are shipped loose for remote mounting. Remote mounted

    units are available in industrial rated enclosures or as open chassis and are supplied if additional operatorinterfaces are required. Each unit, regardless of its location in the system, receives its information to and fromthe instrument controls via a communications link. A minimum of one operator interface unit is required forsystem operation.

    THAYER S52i INTEGRATORTHAYERs S52i Integrator is a full featured instrument in a single, compact package. It performs the same functions as aninstrument costing many times more without sacricing the accuracy associated with THAYERproducts. Simplicity of use has always been a very important factor in designing an instrumentand the S52i has inherited all the time and labor saving methods THAYER has developed overthe years.

    The S52i Instrument can be used on most belt conveyor weigh belt systems to providecontinuous information about the ow of material to its process by monitoring the load andspeed. The weigh system must use a strain gauge to sense weight; however a variety ofsensors can be used to sense the speed. Weight information is processed as weight per lengthand speed is processed as unit length per time. Integrated together, a great deal of informationis available about the system, such as: ow rate; accumulated weight (total); belt loading; beltspeed; etc.

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    THAYER SCALE-HYER INDUSTRIES, INC.

    91 Schoosett St., Pembroke, MA 02359

    Ph: 781-826-8101 Fax: 781-826-7944

    e-Mail: [email protected] Th S l

    THAYER and the THAYER logo are Registered Trademarks of Hyer Industries, Inc.

    PRODUCTS & MARKETS SERVED

    Thayer Scale supplies the world with process measurement & control

    equipment with emphasis on solids ow weighing and metering.

    Our products include: Loss-In-Weight Feeder, Weigh Belt Feeders,

    Conveyor Belt Scales, Measurement & Control Instrumentation and

    Bin & Hopper Material Flow Aids. The markets we serve include:

    Forest Products, Plastics, Food, Chemicals and Cement to name a

    few.

    MAJOR PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGIES

    Patented FMSS Force Measurement Suspension System Cable Scales

    Patented Loss-In-Weight Dif ferentialTM

    Screw Feeder

    Patented Nodal-Membrane Vibratory Tray Feeders.

    Patented SpiralatorTM Hopper Agitator

    Patented Rocking Flexure Belt Scales

    Patented PF Volumetric Screw Feeder

    Patented Bridge BreakerTM Bin & Hopper Dischargers.

    Low Feed Rate Miniature Weigh Belt & Loss-In-Weight Feeder. NAR NTEP Approved commercial grade Conveyor Belt Scales

    (approved for legal trade).

    SI Insertion Weigh Belt Feeder and Scale.

    MFLI Mass Flow Liquid Injection System.

    High Capacity, Heavy Industry Weigh Belts.

    Modular, Singular or Multi Feeder Continuous or Batch Control Systems.

    SUPPORT SERVICES

    TEST FACILITIES:

    Thayer Scale operates three fully equipped dry particle t

    centers in a dedicated wing of our Massachusetts facility

    full time staff performs product application and performan

    testing with user supplied materials. These facilities a

    designed to duplicate as closely as possible indust

    processing conditions.

    SERVICE:

    Thayer Scale has a well trained professional serv

    department with an outstanding record of longev

    experience and achievement. Thayers technicians a

    available for start-up support, inspection, diagnosis a

    repair service, routine maintenance and material test

    services.

    TRAINING:

    Thayer Scale offers formal training either here at t

    factory in Pembroke, MA or at the customers plant. Ea

    training class is tailored to the specic instrumentation a

    mechanical equipment used in their facility.

    ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF OUR CUSTOMERS