Ceia - THS Metal Detector

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants in packaged or bulk food products.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance with food industry standards and regulations.
• Protecting downstream processing equipment from damage caused by metal foreign bodies.
• Used in bakeries, confectionery, meat processing, dairy, and snack food production lines.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Varies significantly based on product type and line speed; commonly handles several tonnes per hour for this class of equipment.

Power supply

Typically requires a single-phase 230V AC supply, 50Hz, commonly found on units of this type.

Construction material

Often features stainless steel construction for hygiene and durability in food environments.

Detection sensitivity

For this class of equipment, sensitivity is typically adjustable and can detect very small metal particles, depending on product effect.

Environmental rating

Commonly designed to IP65 or higher for washdown capabilities in food processing facilities.

Control interface

Typically features a user-friendly HMI (Human Machine Interface) for parameter adjustment and data logging.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Metal detectors of this type are designed to identify ferrous (magnetic), non-ferrous (e.g., aluminium, copper), and non-magnetic stainless steel contaminants. The actual sensitivity for each type can vary.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or dry products?

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

• What maintenance is typically required?

• Can this unit be integrated into an existing production line?

• Does this equipment come with rejection systems?