Weighing Control Module for 'e'-Marked Goods

Marco has introduced the ECM, which it claims offers comprehensive 'e' weighing management control and improves real-time control of the packing process, by reducing over-filling and over-packing. In parallel, the module is designed to de-skill the QA aspect of compliance and ensure that manufacturers of pre-packaged goods consistently meet relevant legislation based around the Three Packers' Rules. The ECM can be used for any type of pre-packaged goods that are sold with the 'e' mark; ranging from manually packed produce through to high-speed products, such as cans, bottles and cartons.

The system, which incorporates high-precision weighing scales, is designed to be used off line. A useful feature of the ECM is its email alert function, which can be set up to warn operational managers when any pack-weight deviations occur outside preset tolerances. These warning and action alerts are associated directly with the filling process capability (Cp index), enabling operators to achieve optimum yield by taking corrective action swiftly. Fully audited 'corrective action' procedures are in line with the latest WELMEC guidelines.

The ECM software can be set for application-specific sample sizes and frequencies relating to the number of packs in defined batch lots, which need to be manually checked by QA operators. Results are presented in an easy-to-understand format and, in addition to providing essential compliance data, the system can be configured to provide unambiguous prompts that allow management to fine-tune packing line parameters to optimise target weights within 'e' weighing tolerances. The Marco ECM complements its Recipe Control, Line Control, Yield Control and Waste Control modules. These modules can be used as standalone critical control systems or combined as part of a wider factory floor efficiency system.

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