The Gericke DIW-E-STAR hybrid loss-in-weight tare compensation feeder is developed to offer highly precise dosing of foods, chemicals, minerals, aggregates and other challenging materials. The DIW-E-STAR feeder features a proprietary design that automatically counterbalances the tare weight of the hopper, feeder, motor and other components to isolate the weight of the bulk material in the hopper. Negating vibrations ahead of the load cell, the gravimetric system ensures weight measurements are consistently accurate and feeding meets a uniform rate while capitalizing on the load cell's full capabilities.