Fortress Technology - Metal Detector

• Used in food processing to detect metallic contaminants in products like baked goods, confectionery, and ready meals.
• Applied in pharmaceutical manufacturing for quality control, ensuring tablets and capsules are free from metal fragments.
• Utilised in packaging lines to inspect packaged goods for metal before distribution.
• Employed in textile and apparel production to identify broken needles or other metal components in fabrics.
• Integrated into plastics and recycling industries to remove metal impurities from raw materials or recycled streams.

Typical throughput

Varies significantly based on aperture size and product speed; commonly capable of inspecting hundreds to thousands of items per minute for this class of equipment.

Power supply

Typically requires a standard industrial electrical supply, often 230V or 400V, 3-phase, 50Hz for units of this type.

Detection sensitivity

Commonly detects ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants, with sensitivity levels varying by model and aperture size.

Aperture size

The internal opening dimensions are critical and typically range from small (e.g., 100mm x 50mm) to large (e.g., 600mm x 300mm) depending on the product being inspected.

Construction material

Units are commonly constructed from stainless steel, particularly for food and pharmaceutical applications, ensuring hygiene and durability.

Integration

Often designed for seamless integration into existing conveyor lines or processing systems.

• What types of metal can this detector typically identify?

  Fortress Technology metal detectors are generally designed to identify ferrous (e.g., iron), non-ferrous (e.g., aluminium, copper), and stainless steel contaminants. Specific detection capabilities may vary by model.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or washdown environments?

• What is the typical maintenance requirement for a used metal detector?

• Can this metal detector be integrated into an existing production line?

• What product size and type is this metal detector suitable for?

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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