Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection has announced a major update to its leading-edge C31 StandardLine Checkweigher, introducing a range of Smart Production Packages that deliver greater flexibility, faster implementation, and enhanced food safety compliance, all at an attractive price point for small- and mid-sized manufacturers.
Already a trusted solution for precision weighing and food safety compliance, the C31 intelligent checkweigher has been updated to meet the evolving needs of the modern production environment. Key updates include a new two-belt conveyor system as standard, streamlined order processing for faster delivery, and a modular design that makes the system easily scalable as businesses grow.
The enhancements mean the C31 intelligent checkweigher remains a future-ready solution, supporting smarter, more connected production while offering the reliability and accuracy expected from Mettler-Toledo technology.
“Today’s food manufacturers need equipment that not only meets compliance demands but also adapts to their business as it grows,” said Joern Migge, Head of Market Management and Service at Mettler-Toledo. “With the new Smart Production Packages, compact footprint, and faster delivery times, the upgraded C31 intelligent checkweigher offers a compelling combination of performance and affordability.”
Designed for Modern Manufacturing
The Intelligent Weighing Automation system in the C31 intelligent checkweigher eliminates the need for manual spot checks with 100 percent inline weight control. The intuitive system offers reliable performance for food and non-food applications in dry and wet environments. Its compact and modular design enables seamless integration into existing lines, making it especially well-suited for small to mid-sized food producers looking for cost-efficient, scalable solutions.
The standard lead time for the updated C31 intelligent checkweigher is three+ weeks (excluding packing and shipping), allowing manufacturers to respond more quickly to changing market conditions and production demands.
Smart Production Packages – Flexibility That Fits
To support a wide range of operational needs, Mettler-Toledo is introducing five Smart Production Packages, offering tailored functionality that enable customers to select the right combination of tools for their environment, all while delivering cost savings compared to purchasing individual components.
Available packages include:
- Reporting Package to comply with net weight regulations.
- The package features general statistics for batch, production, and hourly outputs. Also includes PrintStick support and an individual weight data interface. It automates reporting, provides quick access to production data, and improves data visibility for better analysis and compliance.
- Sorting Package to avoid underfilled products from reaching consumers.
- Manufacturers can choose between Air Blast and Pusher Sorting. This package also includes Countercheck Control and Air Pressure Monitoring. It supports consistent rejection of non-conforming products, reliable air pressure monitoring, and clear error messages with automatic conveyor stops for smooth operations.
- Connectivity Package to future-proof businesses.
- This offers a VNC Server for remote control, an interface for individual weight data, and an OPC UA/Fieldbus Interface. This package can connect to SCADA and ERP systems, providing access to production planning and data management while enhancing data analysis to improve product quality.
- Integration Package to quickly find and fix consecutive rejects on a production line.
- Includes successive error detection, external start/stop functionality, and output signals for process errors. This streamlines production line operations and includes consecutive error detection which activates alarms for quick interventions, minimising downtime.
- Cost Control Package to increase profits by reducing giveaways.
- Incorporates feedback control, error detection, and backup monitoring. These features help reduce over-filling through fill level optimisation, prevent product giveaway and waste, and support sustainability and waste reduction initiatives.
Each package is optional, and companies can upgrade and add more to meet their specific needs. They are designed to help manufacturers improve efficiency, reduce production costs, and enable faster decision-making.
For example, customers selecting the Reporting Package can bundle features such as weight data interface tools and a print device, supported by integrated software – all at a significantly lower cost than buying items individually.
Whether the goal is to improve operational efficiencies, avoid underfilled products, reduce product giveaway or prepare for future digitalisation, the upgraded C31 StandardLine Checkweigher and its Smart Production Packages help manufacturers to build a more connected, compliant, and cost-effective production line.
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