New type of loading assembly for process weighing

Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team Oct 3, 2001

A new type of loading assembly for process weighing applications, LeverMount, can be safely raised and lowered under load with no need for separate support pillars or external jacks

A new type of loading assembly for process weighing applications has been developed to allow simple, fast installation and removal without specialist equipment.

Unveiled by Thames Side-Maywood at this year's Solidex exhibition, LeverMount has an exclusive design which can be safely raised and lowered under load with no need for separate support pillars or external jacks.

LeverMount is supplied as a complete assembly with its own load cell.

Once the vessel has been positioned on the sturdy base casting, the removal of two transit bolts allows the load cell itself to act as a lever, raising the top plate of the mount into the working position.

The procedure is simply reversed when the load cell needs to be removed.

Installation and removal can be carried out regardless of whether the vessel is empty or full, resulting in significant downtime savings.

To ensure durability even in the harshest environments, LeverMount combines a simple, two-part mount cast in stainless steel with a fully-welded, stainless steel load cell sealed to IP68.

Users have a choice of three single-ended shear beam load cells rated for 500 kg, 1000 kg or 2000 kg.

A larger mount supplied with a 5000 kg load cell is currently being developed.

LeverMount can be configured for radial, tangential or offset mounting, allowing easy alignment during installation.

A substantial lift-off prevention capacity ensures safety and consistent accuracy.

The top plate is designed for linear and rotational movement to accommodate any misalignment of steelwork, and to prevent errors due to expansion and contraction of the vessel.