Survey Scale

Weight Watcher Growth Management System

The Osborne ACCU-ARM® Survey Scale™ is the sort-scale component of the Weight Watcher™ Growth Management System. The Survey Scale measures the weight of the pigs each time they pass through the scale. The controller on the scale rapidly detects and stores the weight of each animal as it moves from the water to the feed pens.

About

Osborne Survey Scale

The Survey Scale also monitors the growth of pigs by sorting them by weight or sorting them for market. With the simple addition of RFID technology, individual average daily gain (ADG) growth values can be monitored to select top performing animals to be retained into the herd for genetic selection and improvement. For example, superior performing females can be retained in the herd as replacement females, and in addition to structural and reproductive traits, individual ADG data and growth information can incorporated into the selection process.

With the addition of a spray marker, animals in a specific weight range can visually be identified.

Features & Benefits
  • Survey Scale controller provides daily access to real-time growth performance and weight ranges of pigs
  • Monitors pig activity 24/7 when temperature tracking and water usage options are utilized
  • Track individual average daily gain (ADG) with RFID option
  • Survey Scale links to Daily Weigh Software to provide informative reports
  • Programmable weight ranges to track and predict future market loads
  • Rugged construction keeps the scale operating for years
  • Visually identify animals in specific weight ranges with addition of a spray marker
Operating Modes

The graphics below illustrate the Weight Watcher Mode and the Market Sort Mode.

Weight Watcher Mode:
Weight-Watcher-Mode
In the Weight Watcher mode, the Survey Scale automatically diverts the pig to the appropriate feeding area based on the user’s pre-determined weight set point. Animals under the pre-determined weight are sorted into the light hog pen. Animals over the pre-determined weight are sorted into the heavy hog pen.
Market Sort Mode:
Market Sort Mode
In the Market Sort mode, the Survey Scale can be set to detect animals which exceed a pre-determined market weight. Animals that have reached the targeted market weight are sorted into the market pen. The pigs sorted for market can then be easily loaded and shipped to market.
Models
Osborne ACCU-ARM® Survey Scale™
Catalog
No.		 Description Finish Capacity*
(lbs | kg)
FS-SS0110 Survey Scale Combo
Galvanized Steel and
304 Stainless Steel		 370 (168)
500 pigs max.
FS-SS0120 Survey Scale 304 Stainless Steel 370 (168)
500 pigs max.
Overall Dimensions
Length 72 1/8 in. (184 cm)
Width 27 in. (69 cm)
Height 64 3/8 in. (164 cm)
Weight 450 lbs. (240 kg)
Basket Dimensions
Length 47 1/4 in. (120 cm)
Width 14 in. (35 cm)
Height 36 in. (91 cm)
Animal Weighing
Minimum Weight 22 lbs. (10 kg)
Maximum Weight 374 lbs. (170 kg)
Resolution 0.5 lbs. (0.2 kg)
Maximum Auto-Zero Range 22 lbs. (10 kg)
Electrical Requirements
Input Voltage 90 VAC – 240 VAC
Input Current 1.5 A (115 VAC) – 0.8 A–– (230 VAC)
Output Voltage 24 V DC
Output Current 2.5 A
Air Requirements
Pressure 60 psi (413 KPa)
Flow 2.6 cfm
Accessories or Optional Add-Ons
KS-SSM100 Spray Marker Kit Spray Marker Kit for Survey Scale
KR-CTE120 UPS Power Conditioner 700 VA, 110V, 24-station maximum
REW-3600 Electrical Cable 18-4 Shielded
KI-00I100 Interface – RS485 Includes (1) KI-00I400 USB to RS232 Converter Cable
FS-SSD200N Daily Weight II
(software upgrade)		 RFID Capability
Requires: RFID Tags for pigs; KS-SSA501 (Antenna Assembly); & KI-00I100 (interface)
KS-SSA501 Antenna Assembly with ID Module When using Daily Weigh II with RFID, must order for each scale