Animal Scale ETW ZA

Sorting losses can have a major impact on pig slaughter revenues. These losses can be minimized by weighing with individual animal scales. The ETW-ZA is a light and maneuverable animal scale for control weighing of fattening pigs.

Features of the individual animal scale

• Rotatable, water-protected display in aluminum housing with 30 mm display
• Basic functions: zero, tare, cumulation function (number of weighings and total weight)
• Sorting light with three-color status display
• Special program for weighing live animals
• Robust aluminum construction with closed sides
• Only 50 mm Tread height 
• The low weight of 48 kg makes it easy to maneuver
• Sensors: 4 hermetically sealed laser-welded load cells with á 1000 kg
• Load cells are protected against shocks by rubber dampers
• 2 large solid rubber wheels (125 mm) mounted on the front side
• Easy one-handed operation of the entrance door
• Remote unlocking - the front door can be remotely operated using a lever mechanism
• Platform size: 1597 mm x 572 mm (485 mm internal width) x 1194 mm, only 50 mm step height
• Integrated battery with gentle automatic switch-off for up to 12 hours of continuous operation
• Incl. Pen or spray can holder
• Data transfer option for weight, date and time to USB stick

Construction

The individual animal scale / selection scale is made entirely of aluminum and welded. The floor made of aluminum profiles is non-slip. The closed side walls and open view in the direction of travel make it easier to drive the pig through the scale. Four high-quality laser-welded load cells (each with a load range of 1,000 kg) made of nickel-plated tool steel ensure precise measurement results. As with all Bosche scales, the load cells and cables are integrated into the frame, which protects the electronics of the individual animal scale from dirt and rodents. The free-standing side panels make it possible to walk through the scale upright. The low step height of 50 mm is convenient for the pigs and saves time when weighing. Holders for two pens and cans are standard.

Display with large display
The display device with 50 mm large digits is backlit and can be read clearly from any angle. The display device was specially developed for weighing live animals. Special animal weighing software guarantees fast weighing even with restless animals. The integrated battery allows weighing for up to 15 hours.

Easy to use
The front door can be remotely operated using a lever mechanism, so that only one person is required to Weighing the pigs is required. 

Functions
HIGH-OK-LOW function - Weight limit control by entering a minimum and maximum weight
Animal weighing function - A special program which forms a stable average for moving loads (restless animals) and enables exact weight determination
Zero - Tare functions – Manual taring, auto-tare, gross/net
summation of weights - up to 9,999 weighings

Data storage
All recorded weights can be saved in the device with the date and time. The values ​​can then be transferred to a USB stick and then evaluated on a PC with MSExcel.
This makes it possible to track exactly how many animals were weighed in which period of time. This tool is an excellent control option and provides an overview.

Robust aluminum frame
The individual animal scale / selection scale is made entirely of aluminum and welded.
Four high-quality load cells (each with a load range of 1000 kg) made of nickel-plated tool steel ensure precise measurement results. The load cells are not cast but sealed using a special laser welding process. As with all Bosche scales, the load cells and cables are integrated into the frame, which protects the electronics of the individual animal scale from dirt and rodents. The free-standing side panels allow the pigs to walk through upright. The low step height of 58 mm accommodates the pigs and saves time when weighing.

Frame lowered towards the back
The special geometry of the frame ensures that the animals like to step onto the scale. The lowered front part makes the animal scales appear low and the closed side walls and open view in the direction of travel make it easier to drive the pig through the scale. The scale is sufficiently high at the back and prevents the animals from jumping over. The space created in this way also offers space for the remote control.

Quiet appearance thanks to permanently installed individual parts
In order to take away the pigs' fear of stepping onto the individual animal scale, all individual parts have been permanently installed. This means that the noise caused by the step is extremely reduced and it is easier for even skittish animals to walk on the non-slip slatted floors.

Low step height and slatted floor
The low step height of 50 mm is convenient for the pigs and saves time when weighing. The standard slatted floor made of corrugated aluminum profiles is non-slip and ensures that the individual animal scale does not become excessively dirty and makes cleaning easier. The permanently installed aluminum profiles eliminate the "tinny" noise and it is easier for even skittish animals to walk on the non-slip slatted floors.

Easy transport
Animal scales are are transported more often than they are used for weighing. Therefore, a compact design and maneuverability are particularly important to make work easier. The ETW scale can be easily raised to transport height with the help of a practical central beam in the door and moved like a wheelbarrow. The 2 extra-large transport wheels with a diameter of 125 mm enable convenient transport, even on uneven surfaces and slatted floors. When the livestock scale is not needed, it can be stored upright to save space.

Rotatable weight display in an aluminum housing with 30 mm digit height
The display device was specially developed for the ETW animal scale and has an aluminum housing. The 30 mm digits are backlit and can be seen clearly from any angle. readable. 

Sorting light for easy control of the slaughter weight
To simplify weighing, the BOSCHE pig scale is equipped with a sorting light as standard. The slaughter weight can be set directly here and 12 status LED lights visually indicate the weight of the animals. Green for the right target weight, yellow for animals that are too light and red for pigs that have already exceeded the weight. Colors are easier to compare than numbers, as it is not necessary to constantly read the weight. This makes work easier and provides additional safety.

Easy to use
The rear "exit door" can be remotely controlled using a lever mechanism (remote release), which means that only one person is required to weigh the pigs. The display device was specially developed for weighing animals. The display and keyboard have been reduced to a minimum and have no confusing additional functions. Switch on, weigh, save - done. Data can be transferred to the USB stick at any time.

Cans and pen holders as standard
Here we have found a particularly space-saving solution. The holder is made of high-strength plastic and has space for two pens and two cans. The angled arrangement makes it easier to remove and prevents the scale from falling out when transporting it vertically.

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