Piece Counters

Machinery that dispenses parts or pieces to precise specifications, such as a 50-count screw bag or box.

Category Explained

Piece Counters are a type of machinery designed to accurately dispense and count individual items, ensuring that a specific quantity is packaged. It is commonly used for items like screws, but its versatility allows it to handle a wide range of small parts across various industries. By automating the counting and dispensing process, it significantly reduces the likelihood of errors and increases efficiency in packaging operations. This equipment can be adjusted to accommodate different quantities and sizes, making it a crucial tool for businesses looking to streamline their packaging process for parts or pieces with consistent accuracy.

Typical products and applications include:

  • Screws, bolts, and fasteners: Counted into polybags or boxes for hardware kits or retail packaging
  • Candy pieces or gumballs: Dispensed in fixed quantities into snack-size packages or containers
  • Electronic components (e.g., resistors, capacitors): Counted and packed for electronics assembly kits
  • Toy components or building blocks: Packaged in specific counts for consumer sets
  • Promotional items (e.g., pens, pins, keychains): Counted accurately into display or giveaway packs

Additional Considerations:

  • Ensures count accuracy: Minimizes undercounting or overfilling, reducing waste and improving quality control
  • Handles a variety of shapes and sizes: Adjustable settings allow for flexibility in product dimensions
  • Ideal for kit packing or bulk packaging: Frequently used in applications requiring item-specific counts
  • Improves productivity and reduces labor: Automates manual counting and packaging processes
  • Integrates with weighing, sealing, or labeling equipment: Easily added to a complete packaging line