An automated hopper scale

By setting up multiple weight sensors and a filter plate structure on the hopper scale, grain unloading and weighing can be completed directly on the scale, solving the problems of cumbersome process and low accuracy of traditional hopper scales, and realizing efficient and accurate grain measurement.

CN224590267UActive Publication Date: 2026-08-04NINGBO OPTIMA SCALE CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NINGBO OPTIMA SCALE CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-06
Publication Date
2026-08-04

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Technical Problem

Traditional hopper scales have a cumbersome process for weighing and transferring grain, which affects work efficiency and can easily lead to a decrease in measurement accuracy due to spillage or residue.

Method used

Employing a multi-weight sensor and filter plate structure, the unloading and weighing process is completed directly on the scale. The multi-weight sensor separates the weighing vehicle and grain, while the filter plate and connecting frame enable accurate weighing of the grain.

Benefits of technology

It simplifies the grain unloading and weighing process, improves measurement accuracy, and reduces losses and errors during grain transfer.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of hopper scale discloses an automatic hopper scale, including first connecting plate, the below fixed connection of first connecting plate has the sixth support base, the above fixed connection of sixth support base has first weight inductor, one side fixed connection of first weight inductor has first support plate, one side fixed connection of first support plate has second weight inductor, one side fixed connection of second weight inductor has second support plate, one side fixed connection of second support plate has third weight inductor. The automatic hopper scale of the utility model can realize the simplification of unloading and weighing process through the filter plate, directly completes unloading and weighing process on the scale, reduces the process of transferring grain, and improves the measurement accuracy.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of hopper scale technology, and in particular to an automated hopper scale. Background Technology

[0002] An automated hopper scale is a device specifically designed for accurately measuring the weight of bulk materials and is widely used in industries such as grain, feed, chemicals, and building materials. This equipment typically consists of a hopper, load cells, a control system, and other auxiliary devices.

[0003] Traditional hopper scales require grain to be first moved to an intermediate container, then weighed, and finally transferred to a collection container. This cumbersome process reduces efficiency. Furthermore, the multiple grain transfers inherent in traditional hopper scales can lead to weight variations due to spillage or residue, affecting measurement accuracy. Therefore, an automated hopper scale is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide an automated hopper scale, which solves the problem that the traditional hopper scale weighing and grain transfer process is cumbersome and affects work efficiency. The traditional hopper scale weighing method requires multiple grain transfers, which can easily cause changes in the weight of the grain due to spillage or residue, thus affecting the measurement accuracy.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] An automated hopper scale includes a first connecting plate, a sixth support base fixedly connected to the lower part of the first connecting plate, a first weight sensor fixedly connected to the upper part of the sixth support base, a first support plate fixedly connected to one side of the first weight sensor, a second weight sensor fixedly connected to one side of the first support plate, a second support plate fixedly connected to one side of the second weight sensor, a third weight sensor fixedly connected to one side of the second support plate, and a third support plate fixedly connected to one side of the third weight sensor. Filter plates are fixedly connected to the inner sides of both the second and third support plates.

[0007] Furthermore, a fourth weight sensor is fixedly connected to one side of the third support plate, a fourth support plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the fourth weight sensor, a fifth weight sensor is fixedly connected to the outside of the fourth support plate, a fifth support plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the fifth weight sensor, a sixth weight sensor is fixedly connected to the outside of the fifth support plate, a first support base is fixedly connected below the sixth weight sensor, and a second connecting plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the first support base.

[0008] Furthermore, a fifth support base is fixedly connected below the second weight sensor, a fourth support base is fixedly connected below the third weight sensor, a third support base is fixedly connected below the fourth weight sensor, and a second support base is fixedly connected below the fifth weight sensor.

[0009] Furthermore, fixing plates are fixedly connected between the first and second support bases, between the second and third support bases, and between the fifth and sixth support bases. Connecting blocks are fixedly connected between the third and fourth support bases and between the fourth and fifth support bases. Connecting frames are fixedly connected inside the two third support plates.

[0010] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0011] 1. This utility model simplifies the grain unloading and weighing process by using a filter plate. Unloading and weighing are completed directly on the scale, reducing the need to transfer grain and improving measurement accuracy. The vehicle drives onto the first connecting plate and stops at the midpoint between the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth support plates. The vehicle is then weighed by the first, second, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth weight sensors. After weighing, the grain is discharged onto the filter plate through the vehicle's discharge valve. The grain is discharged after passing through a filter plate, connecting frame, and connecting block into a recycling trough. Once all the grain on the vehicle has been discharged into the recycling trough, the vehicle is weighed again by a first, second, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth weight sensor. The weight of the grain is obtained by subtracting the weight of the vehicle discharging the grain from the weight of the vehicle carrying the grain, thus completing the grain weighing process. This setup simplifies the unloading and weighing process, allowing unloading and weighing to be completed directly on the scale, reducing the need to transfer grain and improving measurement accuracy.

[0012] The parts of the device not covered herein are the same as or can be implemented using existing technologies. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an automated hopper scale of this utility model installed on a recycling trough from the first angle.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an automated hopper scale installed on a recycling trough from a second angle.

[0015] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an automated hopper scale according to the present invention.

[0016] Figure 4 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of a portion of the connecting frame structure of an automated hopper scale according to this utility model.

[0017] Figure 5 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of a portion of the connecting block of an automated hopper scale according to this utility model.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. First connecting plate; 2. First weight sensor; 3. First support plate; 4. Second weight sensor; 5. Second support plate; 6. Filter plate; 7. Third weight sensor; 8. Third support plate; 9. Fourth weight sensor; 10. Fourth support plate; 11. Fifth weight sensor; 12. Fifth support plate; 13. Sixth weight sensor; 14. Second connecting plate; 15. First support base; 16. Fixing plate; 17. Connecting block; 22. Connecting frame; 23. Second support base; 24. Third support base; 25. Fourth support base; 26. Fifth support base; 27. Sixth support base. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0020] like Figures 1-5 As shown, an automated hopper scale includes a first connecting plate 1, a sixth support base 27 fixedly connected to the lower part of the first connecting plate 1, a first weight sensor 2 fixedly connected to the upper part of the sixth support base 27, a first support plate 3 fixedly connected to one side of the first weight sensor 2, a second weight sensor 4 fixedly connected to one side of the first support plate 3, a second support plate 5 fixedly connected to one side of the second weight sensor 4, a third weight sensor 7 fixedly connected to one side of the second support plate 5, and a third support plate 8 fixedly connected to one side of the third weight sensor 7. Filter plates 6 are fixedly connected to the inner sides of both the second support plate 5 and the third support plate 8. By adopting the above technical solution, the filter plate 6 has fine filter holes, which allows grain particles to pass through easily while preventing larger impurities from passing through.

[0021] The first support plate 3, the second support plate 5, and the third support plate 8 are all made of high-strength steel and are capable of supporting the weight of the vehicle.

[0022] A fourth weight sensor 9 is fixedly connected to one side of the third support plate 8. A fourth support plate 10 is fixedly connected to the outside of the fourth weight sensor 9. A fifth weight sensor 11 is fixedly connected to the outside of the fourth support plate 10. A fifth support plate 12 is fixedly connected to the outside of the fifth weight sensor 11. A sixth weight sensor 13 is fixedly connected to the outside of the fifth support plate 12. A first support base 15 is fixedly connected below the sixth weight sensor 13. A second connecting plate 14 is fixedly connected to the outside of the first support base 15. By adopting the above technical solution, both the fourth support plate 10 and the fifth support plate 12 are made of high-strength steel and can bear the weight of the vehicle.

[0023] The first connecting plate 1 and the second connecting plate 14 are installed on the external ramp during use, so that vehicles can move across the ramp to the first connecting plate 1 and the second connecting plate 14.

[0024] A fifth support base 26 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the second weight sensor 4, a fourth support base 25 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the third weight sensor 7, a third support base 24 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fourth weight sensor 9, and a second support base 23 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fifth weight sensor 11. By adopting the above technical solution, the bottoms of the sixth support base 27, the fifth support base 26, the fourth support base 25, the third support base 24, the second support base 23, and the first support base 15 are all set on the same plane, which can ensure that the weight of the vehicle or the object being measured can be evenly distributed on the first weight sensor 2, the second weight sensor 4, the third weight sensor 7, the fourth weight sensor 9, the fifth weight sensor 11, and the sixth weight sensor 13, avoiding measurement errors caused by uneven force.

[0025] The hopper scale has an external control panel that can control the first weight sensor 2, the second weight sensor 4, the third weight sensor 7, the fourth weight sensor 9, the fifth weight sensor 11, and the sixth weight sensor 13.

[0026] Fixing plates 16 are fixedly connected between the first support base 15 and the second support base 23, between the second support base 23 and the third support base 24, and between the fifth support base 26 and the sixth support base 27. Connecting blocks 17 are fixedly connected between the third support base 24 and the fourth support base 25, and between the fourth support base 25 and the fifth support base 26. Connecting frames 22 are fixedly connected inside the two third support plates 8. By adopting the above technical solution, fixing plates 16 and the sixth support base 27 can strengthen the fixed connection between the sixth support base 27, the fifth support base 26, the fourth support base 25, the third support base 24, the second support base 23, and the first support base 15, so that the sixth support base 27, the fifth support base 26, the fourth support base 25, the third support base 24, the second support base 23, and the first support base 15 are more stably on the same plane.

[0027] The connecting frame 22 is provided with a large number of reinforcing ribs, which can support the filter plate 6 and the third support plate 8 from below, thereby improving the load-bearing capacity of the filter plate 6 and the third support plate 8 and preventing the filter plate 6 and the third support plate 8 from bending and deforming when carrying vehicles. The connecting frame 22 is provided with a discharge groove inside, which allows the grain filtered by the filter plate 6 to be discharged from the connecting frame 22.

[0028] The connecting block 17 has a connecting groove to facilitate the passage of grain.

[0029] As an embodiment of this utility model, a recycling trough is fixedly installed below the third support base 24, the fourth support base 25, the fifth support base 26 and the two connecting blocks 17. An automatic lifting device is fixedly installed inside the recycling trough, and a storage bin is fixedly installed on one side of the discharge port of the automatic lifting device. By adopting the above technical solution, the position of the recycling trough corresponds to the connecting block 17, which facilitates the entry of grain into the recycling trough. The automatic lifting device can transfer the grain in the recycling trough to the storage bin for storage. This part is prior art, so it is not described in detail here.

[0030] It should be noted that during use, the sixth support base 27, the fifth support base 26, the fourth support base 25, the third support base 24, the second support base 23, and the first support base 15 are installed on the same plane. Cement supports are laid below the first connecting plate 1 and the second connecting plate 14, and a cement ramp is laid to connect to the first connecting plate 1 and the second connecting plate 14. A vehicle drives onto the first connecting plate 1. After the vehicle stops at the middle position on the first support plate 3, the second support plate 5, the third support plate 8, the fourth support plate 10, and the fifth support plate 12, the first weight sensor 2, the second weight sensor 4, and the third weight sensor 5 are used to determine the load. The vehicle is weighed by sensor 7, fourth weight sensor 9, fifth weight sensor 11, and sixth weight sensor 13. After weighing, the grain is discharged onto filter plate 6 through the discharge valve on the vehicle. The grain passes through filter plate 6, connecting frame 22, and connecting block 17 and falls into the recycling trough. When all the grain on the vehicle has been discharged into the recycling trough, the vehicle is weighed again by first weight sensor 2, second weight sensor 4, third weight sensor 7, fourth weight sensor 9, fifth weight sensor 11, and sixth weight sensor 13. The weight of the grain is obtained by subtracting the weight of the vehicle discharging the grain from the weight of the vehicle loaded with grain, thus completing the grain weighing.

[0031] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An automated hopper scale, comprising a first connecting plate (1), characterized in that, A sixth support base (27) is fixedly connected to the lower part of the first connecting plate (1). A first weight sensor (2) is fixedly connected to the upper part of the sixth support base (27). A first support plate (3) is fixedly connected to one side of the first weight sensor (2). A second weight sensor (4) is fixedly connected to one side of the first support plate (3). A second support plate (5) is fixedly connected to one side of the second weight sensor (4). A third weight sensor (7) is fixedly connected to one side of the second support plate (5). A third support plate (8) is fixedly connected to one side of the third weight sensor (7). A filter plate (6) is fixedly connected to the inner side of both the second support plate (5) and the third support plate (8).

2. The automated hopper scale according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fourth weight sensor (9) is fixedly connected to one side of the third support plate (8). A fourth support plate (10) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fourth weight sensor (9). A fifth weight sensor (11) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fourth support plate (10). A fifth support plate (12) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fifth weight sensor (11). A sixth weight sensor (13) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fifth support plate (12). A first support base (15) is fixedly connected below the sixth weight sensor (13). A second connecting plate (14) is fixedly connected to the outside of the first support base (15).

3. The automated hopper scale according to claim 2, characterized in that: A fifth support base (26) is fixedly connected below the second weight sensor (4), a fourth support base (25) is fixedly connected below the third weight sensor (7), a third support base (24) is fixedly connected below the fourth weight sensor (9), and a second support base (23) is fixedly connected below the fifth weight sensor (11).

4. An automated hopper scale according to claim 3, characterized in that: A fixing plate (16) is fixedly connected between the first support base (15) and the second support base (23), between the second support base (23) and the third support base (24), and between the fifth support base (26) and the sixth support base (27). A connecting block (17) is fixedly connected between the third support base (24) and the fourth support base (25), and between the fourth support base (25) and the fifth support base (26). A connecting frame (22) is fixedly connected inside the two third support plates (8).