PITMAN, NJ (August 1, 2001) -- K-Tron will exhibit the new Smart Weigh Belt feeder at K2001, October 25- November 1, in Dusseldorf, Germany. See K-Tron in Booth H10A/74.

First introduced by K-Tron in 2000, the Smart Weigh Belt Feeder will be introduced to the K Show audience for the first time. The K-Tron Soder Smart Weigh Belt feeder is the first to offer continuous online auto belt tare.

Automatic and continuous online taring of the belt reduces maintenance, line shutdowns and manual calibration.  A second weigh bridge that measures belt weight before receiving material enables this function.  Laboratory tests also show continuous online auto tare improves long term accuracy. With improved auto belt tracking, patented SFT weighing technology and K-Tron’s new SmartConnex control technology, the Smart Weigh Belt sets a new standard in weigh belt feeder accuracy and reliability.

Designed for easy cleanability, the Smart Weigh Belt feeder has a stainless steel enclosure and a conveyor assembly that slides out easily, simplifying maintenance.  Weigh belt feeders are often used in plastics processing for high rate applications, or as a weigh belt meter for low rates, and when space constraints are tight.