Mettler-Toledo Boosts Food Safety With Next Generation Bulk Flow Inspection
Manufacturers of bulk flow food products can now benefit from optimised detection sensitivity and maximised productivity with the X36 Series Bulk Variant x-ray inspection system from Mettler-Toledo Safeline X-ray
A specially developed six-scoop rejection mechanism enhances precision contaminant removal with minimal rejection of good product, while a troughed conveyor prevents product spilling from the line, reducing product waste. The X36 Bulk Variant is also available with a range of optional rejection devices to suit the individual needs of specific applications, options include air blast reject systems.
Built according to the principles of the European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group (EHEDG), the X36 Bulk Variant features an Ingress Protection (IP) 69 rated stainless steel cabinet, making it capable of withstanding the harshest wash-down regimes. Sloped surfaces and curved edges minimise bacteria traps and allow water to run off, enabling quick and effective cleaning with minimal downtime, further enhancing line productivity.
In addition, the x-ray cabinet gives easy access to internal mechanisms for essential maintenance, while the rejection mechanism can be easily removed for cleaning. The conveyor’s automatic tracking feature corrects any belt misalignment without the need to stop the conveyor, maximising production uptime.
The X36 Bulk Variant features a 15.6 inch touchscreen display with intuitive software and automated set-up to facilitate quicker product changeovers. The x-ray system’s PC boasts a large memory to store time-stamped images of every product reject, enhancing traceability for manufacturers to help them demonstrate due diligence in the event of a product recall. The integrated software monitors the system’s Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), providing manufacturers with the relevant information they require to make improvements to machine and line performance, enabling them to further enhance efficiency and productivity. The X36 Bulk Variant can also be connected to the manufacturers’ network, giving authorised personnel the ability to store and analyse inspection and performance data from a remote location.
Paul King, Sales Head & Market Manager – Americas / Spain at Mettler-Toledo Safeline X-ray said, “In today’s highly competitive manufacturing climate, food processors need to ensure that their products are contaminant-free and at the highest quality standards whilst meeting tough key performance indicators (KPIs). Typical KPIs include meeting high production targets, reducing operational costs and lowering wastage. With these pressures in mind, our advanced X36 Bulk Variant has been designed to provide precision contaminant detection and removal without compromising on line speeds or production uptime.”
Source: Mettler Toledo Ltd.