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Thompson Scale Releases Advanced Small Package Checkweighers  Telemetry Solutions Releases Data Collection and Reporting System  

Thompson Scale Designs Heavy-Duty Checkweigher-Rejector Combination	August 23, 2006
The 4693-R Heavy-Duty Checkweigher is ideal for production facilities that produce heavy or bulky items and do not have the extra space for a separate reject conveyor to remove their off-weight products. A pneumatically operated heavy-duty reject ram is located directly off the side of the weigh station conveyor to quickly and accurately reject all off-spec packages.
Thompson Scale Offers Upgrades for Filling and Packaging Machinery	May 9, 2006
Many filling machines are still in their original all-mechanical condition. Thompson Scale's 4693 Filler Upgrade provides a cost-effective way to modernize existing equipment to maximize their productivity.
Thompson Scale Develops Innovative 16-Lane Checkweigher	January 31, 2006
The TSC 350 16x Checkweigher is capable of weighing, classifying, and rejecting up to 16 items simultaneously for quality control in packaging. Its unique design increases output of packaged products over an average checkweigher by weighing 16 times the number of items at once.
The Cost-Saving Benefits of Checkweighers	August 25, 2005
This article written by Thompson Scale VP Alan Vaught explores the benefits that checkweighers provide. There are specific and tangible improvements that a checkweigher can achieve in the chemical industry that are discussed. * Note: Use the "Zoom-in" tool in Adobe Acrobat to read the article
Thompson Scale Releases New Hydraulically Adjustable Checkweigher	August 15, 2005
The 4693 HL Checkweigher features a newly developed hydraulic lifting and lowering system that allows the entire unit to move up and down to adjust to varying conveyor heights. This unique checkweigher can be placed just after the filling station, allowing operators to react much quicker to off-spec fills.
Thompson Scale Offers Entry-Level Checkweighers	June 15, 2005
The intermediate and heavy-duty 5297 EL Checkweighers are essentially the same physical design as the standard versions; the main difference is that the programming of the controls is more basic. They offer a more economical solution to companies that otherwise may not be able to fit a checkweigher into their budget.
Advancements in Checkweighing Technology	May 20, 2005
This article covers the benefits and technology of checkweighing. Highlights of the article include quotes from Alan Vaught, VP of Thompson Scale, and a photo of the Sonic 350 Checkweigher.
Thompson Scale Designs New Innovative Lift and Weigh Checkweighers	January 10, 2005
The Sonic 350-LW checkweigher provides weighing options for companies that package cups filled with various condiments or blister packs that cannot be weighed with a standard checkweigher.
Improving Quality Through Data Collection Software	November 16, 2004
Data collection systems can provide measurable and sustainable improvements in quality and performance in many applications. Informed with accurate and timely factory floor information, managers and employees at all levels can rely on production data to make quicker, more informed decisions about their manufacturing process.
Thompson Scale Develops New Intermediate Checkweigher Design	November 2, 2004
Thompson Scale Company, a leader in checkweighing systems, packaging machinery controls, and custom production scales, announced today the release of the new 4693i Intermediate Package Checkweighers. These checkweighers provide quick and accurate weighments to effectively provide quality control in production facilities over a wide variety of industries.
Thompson Scale Designs Innovative Quad-Lane Checkweighers	July 8, 2004
Thompson Scale Company, a leader in checkweighing systems, packaging machinery controls, and custom production scales, announced today the release of the TSC 350-Q Quad-Lane Small Package Checkweighers. These extremely fast and efficient checkweighers offer highly accurate package weighing, reducing shortage fines and the product giveaway issues that many packaging plants face.
Thompson Scale Releases Dual-Lane Checkweighers	May 6, 2004
Thompson Scale Releases Dual-Lane Checkweighers for Increased Productivity. Thompson Scale Company, a leader in checkweighing systems, packaging machinery controls, and custom production scales, announced today the release of its Sonic 350 Dual-Lane Small Package Checkweighers. These advanced checkweighers provide additional weighing options and increase productivity by utilizing a second parallel conveyor belt for weighing more packages.
Rinker Invests in Process Improvement	April 15, 2004
Rinker Material’s multiwall valve-bag filling operation made big gains in productivity, accuracy, and ergonomics after management invested in three key upgrades from Thompson Scale.
Case Study:  Rinker Increases Production with TSC
	February 18 2004
Thompson Scale provided Rinker with solutions that improved their overall cement production. By overcoming challenges with innovative strategies and striving to meet the customer's needs, TSC has helped Rinker's packaging line operate more efficiently.
Checking in on Checkweighers	December 15, 2003
With the increase in regulations and safety concerns, pharmaceutical companies are investing in inspection equipment to ensure the quality of their products. * Note: Use the "Zoom-in" tool in Adobe Acrobat to read the article
Thompson Scale Releases Advanced Small Package Checkweighers	October 13, 2003
Thompson Scale Company, a leader in checkweighing systems, packaging machinery controls, and custom production scales, announced today the release of the TSC 350 and Sonic 350 Small Package Checkweighers. These extremely fast and accurate checkweighers provide a way for manufacturing plants to reduce giveaway and shortages in packaging and keep quality control at peak levels.
Telemetry Solutions Releases Data Collection and Reporting System	September 3, 2003
Telemetry Solutions Company (A wholly-owned subsidiary of Thompson Scale), a provider of data collection and analysis systems, announced today the release of StatPak-PCTM Desktop Edition. This advanced real-time data collection and reporting software system provides instant information to manufacturing plant management and personnel to help increase efficiency and maintain quality control at peak levels.