S + S Separation and Sorting Technology said its Raycon x-ray series can detect a wide variety of foreign particles including metal contaminants, glass, ceramics, stones, rubber, bones and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Manufacturers are upgrading their inspection systems to improve food safety and to reduce the risk of contaminants in food that can lead to costly recalls and damage consumer confidence in brands. Moveover, tougher hygiene regulations based on hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP) are forcing food processors to identify the parts production lines where risks of contamination are high and implement control measures to mitigate those risks. The system is used for the final inspection of packaged products. Aluminium-coated packing materials or metallised films are no problem at all. The system also permits the simultaneous inspection of different products and packaging even in parallel production lines. Out of line or misplaced products are inspected by the x-ray, but do not cause error messages. Up to 600 units per minute be checked by the system that can be connected to a pc. The stainless steel construction ensures systems can withstand the harsh chemical and high-temperature washdowns.
