Lock Met 30+ Throat / Vertical Fall Metal Detector 2015

• Inspection of bulk powders and granules for metallic contaminants.
• Quality control for free-falling products in food processing lines.
• Early-stage contaminant detection to protect downstream equipment.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance in various industrial sectors.

Typical throughput

Units of this class commonly handle up to 50 tonnes per hour, depending on product density and flow characteristics.

Detection type

Capable of detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants.

Reject mechanism

Typically features quick-release sealed valve or cowbell reject mechanisms for efficient contaminant removal.

Environmental protection

Commonly sealed to IP66, making it suitable for washdown applications and dusty environments.

ATEX approval

Units of this type are often ATEX zone 21 approved, indicating suitability for use in potentially explosive dust atmospheres.

Installation

Designed for integration into vertical fall production lines, inspecting free-falling products.

Power supply

Typically requires a standard industrial electrical supply, commonly 230V single-phase or 400V three-phase, with appropriate control voltage.

• What types of products can this metal detector inspect?

  This type of metal detector is primarily designed for inspecting dry, free-falling products such as powders, granules, grains, and other bulk materials.

• How accurate are these detectors?

• Is this unit suitable for washdown environments?

• What maintenance is typically required?

• Can this be integrated into an existing production line?

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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