A&D FS-6Ki for Portion Control, Seafood, Meat, Bakery & Packaging
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- Jul 31
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A&D FS-6Ki for portion control and food packaging is designed around quick operator decisions: a 6 kg / 15 lb stainless IP65 platform, 0.5-second response, three-color comparator lights and 100 stored target/tolerance settings. That combination is useful wherever employees need to hit a portion or package target repeatedly rather than stare at a numeric display.
Seafood and meat portioning
Wet raw-product stations benefit from the stainless construction and IP65 protection. Set target/limits for steaks, fillets, cuts or trays and let the comparator lights guide the operator. Use hygienic containers and a cleaning procedure suitable for the food process; verify after washdown to catch residue, pan contact or accidental overload.
Bakery and prepared foods
Dough pieces, fillings, deli portions and meal components can use stored comparator targets. The 60-segment analog sweep helps an operator approach a target smoothly during filling. For repeated recipes, save the relevant limits in memory and restrict settings with simple-operation/key-lock features where appropriate.
Packaging and giveaway control
Checkweighing can reduce both underweight packages and unnecessary giveaway. Statistical process decisions should be based on a defined sampling plan—not just occasional spot checks. If weight is used for a regulated net-content or direct sale transaction, make sure the actual device/configuration and local inspection requirements are appropriate; A&D’s U.S. legal-for-trade FS-6KiF is distinct from the base global model.
Mobile production stations
The optional SLA battery supports roughly 80 hours under A&D’s low-power conditions. That can support carts, temporary production lines and market prep stations. After moving the scale, confirm level/stability and verify with a known check weight before relying on tight comparator limits.
Frequently asked questions
Is FS-6Ki good for wet food areas? Yes, IP65 and SUS304 are designed for washdown-style environments within their limits. How fast is it? About 0.5-second stabilization. Does it store product limits? Up to 100 comparator settings. Can it run on battery? Optional SLA, about 80 hours under stated conditions. For commercial trade, which U.S. configuration is relevant? FS-6KiF.
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