Weighing – A Key Step in Quality Assurance

Piece Weighing – The First Step in Quality Assurance

Random samples of freshly molded parts from each production batch undergo a variety of quality checks. Every piece has a known correct weight, which is checked prior to moving on to more elaborate tests so a great deal depends on having an accurate, dependable and rugged balance to determine whether a batch will pass this initial test.

Plastic items made for industrial customers or end consumers begin their existence by emerging from one of the fully electronic injection molding machines in the production area. Those freshly made parts need careful checking for quality before release.

The quality assurance process involves advanced techniques, including optical measurement technology, tactile measuring and moisture content determinations but it starts with a simple weighing procedure. Depending on testing procedures, ten or more random samples from a batch are weighed and the results recorded. If all the figures fall within defined tolerances, the batch can proceed to more advanced testing.

The NewClassic MS1602S is perfectly suited for this job. It is able to weigh pieces up to 1620 g with 0.01 g readability. The results are highly accurate and reproducible making measurements utterly dependable. That dependability also comes in part from a robust aluminum housing that safeguards the sensitive inside of the balance against impacts that can be expected in an industrial setting. The MonoBloc weighing cell is long lasting and robust, with overload protection making this balance capable of a tireless service lifetime under tough conditions.

It takes quality to produce quality and the NewClassic MS1602S keeps manufacturing standards high.