Ceia - Metal Detector

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting metallic contaminants in packaged food products before dispatch.
• Inspecting bulk dry goods such as grains, flours, or spices for metal fragments.
• Quality control for confectionery, bakery, and dairy products to ensure product safety.
• Identifying metal foreign bodies in meat, poultry, and fish processing lines.
• Checking ready meals and convenience foods for unwanted metallic inclusions.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can range from 10 to 60 metres per minute, depending on product size and line speed.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on a standard industrial single-phase supply, typically 230V, 50Hz.

Detection sensitivity

Sensitivity for ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants is typically adjustable, often down to sub-millimetre levels for optimal product safety.

Construction material

The frame and housing are commonly constructed from stainless steel, suitable for food processing environments and washdown procedures.

Operating environment

Typically designed for indoor use in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C, with an IP rating suitable for regular cleaning.

Rejection system compatibility

Often compatible with various rejection systems, such as air blast, pusher, or retracting belt, for automated contaminant removal.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Metal detectors of this type are typically capable of identifying ferrous metals (e.g., iron), non-ferrous metals (e.g., aluminium, copper), and various grades of stainless steel.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or washdown environments?

• Can the sensitivity be adjusted for different products?

• What is the typical lifespan of a used metal detector?

• Does this unit require calibration?

• What kind of maintenance does a metal detector require?