Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision Weighing & Feeding Equipment for Dry Bulk Solids
Thayer Scale has been pioneering continuous weighing and feeding solutions for dry bulk solids since 1949. Our legacy of innovation began with a commitment to design engineering and manufacturing excellence, backed by deep expertise in weighing technology. Over seven decades, we have developed proprietary systems like the Force Measurement Suspension System (FMSS) mass-counterbalance technology, enabling high-accuracy weighing in challenging industrial environments. Our equipment addresses complex material flow challenges across global industries including food production, energy, building products, and chemical manufacturing. We engineer solutions that combine precision measurement with durability, ensuring reliable operation across diverse applications from forest products to snack foods.Our collaborative culture drives continuous improvement in technologies like Scale Location Compensation algorithms and noise suppression systems. With installations worldwide, we maintain a focus on delivering lasting value through equipment designed to keep production moving without compromise. Our team combines technical expertise with practical problem-solving to support manufacturers in optimizing their processes through automated weigh feeders, conveyor belt scales, and flow-aid devices.
Services
Conveyor Belt Scales
Weigh Belts
Loss-In-Weight Feeders
Volumetric Feeders
Material Flow Promotion
Instrumentation
Power Control Assemblies
Bridge-Breaker Flow Aid
Spiralator Hopper Agitation
Spare Parts
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of specialized expertise in dry bulk solids weighing systems
- Our proprietary FMSS mass-counterbalance technology ensures superior measurement accuracy
- NTEP-certified belt scales meet legal-for-trade requirements with industrial ROI
- Engineered solutions for challenging applications across global manufacturing sectors
- Innovative flow-aid devices like Bridge-Breaker and Spiralator prevent material bridging
Associations and certifications
- NTEP
Services
Conveyor Belt Scales
NTEP-certified conveyor belt scales provide legal-for-trade accuracy in challenging industrial environments. Our systems combine proprietary FMSS technology with advanced algorithms for noise suppression and process optimization. Designed for continuous operation in food processing, energy production, and chemical manufacturing applications requiring precise material flow measurement.
Loss-In-Weight Feeders
Precision loss-in-weight feeders maintain accurate dosing through patented weighing technology and adaptive control systems. Engineered for demanding applications handling dry bulk solids from plastics to food ingredients. Features include real-time weight monitoring and automated flow regulation for consistent batch quality.
Bridge-Breaker Flow Aid
Innovative Bridge-Breaker technology prevents material arching in hoppers and chutes without vibration stress. This whisper-quiet system gently agitates material through targeted motion, maintaining structural integrity while ensuring consistent flow in bulk handling operations across multiple industries.
Instrumentation Systems
Advanced instrumentation integrates patented Scale Location Compensation algorithms with real-time process monitoring. Our systems provide noise suppression, event detection, and optimization features for industrial weighing applications. Designed for seamless compatibility with conveyor scales, feeders, and material handling equipment.
Material Flow Solutions
Comprehensive material flow solutions address bridging, compaction, and inconsistent discharge in bulk solids processing. Includes Spiralator hopper agitation systems and retrofit-compatible flow aids. Engineered for reliability in food, chemical, and industrial applications requiring uninterrupted material movement.
Questions
What industries does Thayer Scale serve?
We provide weighing and feeding solutions for food products, energy production, building materials, and chemical manufacturing industries worldwide.
What makes Thayer Scale's technology unique?
Our proprietary FMSS mass-counterbalance system and Scale Location Compensation algorithms deliver superior accuracy in challenging industrial environments.
Are your scales NTEP certified?
Yes, our conveyor belt scales are NTEP-certified for legal-for-trade applications with industrial return on investment.
How do you handle difficult material flow issues?
We offer specialized solutions like Bridge-Breaker flow aids and Spiralator systems to prevent bridging and compaction in bulk solids handling.
Can your equipment integrate with existing systems?
Our instrumentation and control systems are designed for compatibility with new and existing material handling equipment across industries.
What support do you provide after purchase?
We offer technical assistance, spare parts availability, and application engineering support for the lifecycle of our equipment.
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