Lomar IQ3 Metal Detector With Reject Facility

• Detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants in packaged food products.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance with food industry standards prior to dispatch.
• Used in production lines for confectionery, baked goods, ready meals, and snack foods.
• Protecting downstream processing equipment from damage caused by metal foreign bodies.

Detection sensitivity

Typically high, capable of detecting very small metal particles for this class of equipment.

Throughput

Variable, commonly designed to integrate with typical food processing line speeds.

Power supply

Commonly 220-240V, single-phase, 50/60 Hz, suitable for standard industrial power.

Belt width

For this type of unit, belt widths commonly range from 200mm to 600mm, accommodating various product sizes.

Aperture size

Typically designed to suit the product dimensions being inspected, with common heights between 100mm and 250mm.

Construction material

Generally stainless steel for food contact areas, ensuring hygiene and durability.

Reject mechanism

Commonly features an air blast, pusher, or drop-down reject system for automated contaminant removal.

Control interface

Typically features a user-friendly touchscreen HMI for setup and operation.

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Loma IQ3 metal detectors are typically capable of identifying ferrous, non-ferrous, and non-magnetic stainless steel contaminants.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or dry products?

• What kind of reject system does it have?

• Can the sensitivity be adjusted for different products?

• What maintenance is typically required for a metal detector?

• Is installation complex for this type of equipment?

Metal detectors for food processing remain reliable workhorses in quality control operations. Buyers typically value their durability and consistent contamination detection capability. When purchasing used units, inspecting calibration history and sensitivity settings proves essential. Industry sentiment favours machines with straightforward maintenance records and minimal downtime. Common strengths include robust construction, straightforward operation, and cost-effectiveness compared to new equipment. Prospective buyers should verify functional testing documentation and assess integration compatibility with existing production lines.

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