Abstract: Counting scale with a multilevel Hinkley detector that can recognize the jumps of a very noisy signal s(t) from an average value (standard level) to a new average value. The measured signal s(t) is tested for several hypothetical jump sizes m1 at the same time. A test value h1(t) is established for every jump size using a nonlinear recursive algorithm. By recognizing which test value h1(t) first reaches a threshold value ?, the number of parts that have been added and if necessary removed can be determined.

Abstract: The logistic balance according to the invention comprises any desired large number of racks (1), each rack (1) being set up to accommodate a specific number of containers of small parts or parts themselves. The rack (1), comprising a rack shelf (5) and two side walls (6), is borne by hooks (12) which are fixed to two frames (11). The hooks (12) engage in openings (13) in an L-shaped supporting part (7) in each case, on which in each case a frame plate (8) of a force measuring cell (9) rests. The rack shelf (5) in each case rests on a load sensing plate (10) of the two force measuring cells (9). By means of suitable algebraic linking of the measurement results from the two force measuring cells (9) obtained in evaluation electronics, the weights of the individual containers and their positions on the rack (1) can be determined. By means of suitable electronic interrogation means, in this way the stock and its changes can be monitored continuously and displayed in the current state.