Ceia THS Metal Detector Checkweigher

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting metallic contaminants in packaged food products.
• Ensuring product weight accuracy for regulatory compliance and waste reduction.
• Inspecting confectionery, baked goods, and snack foods.
• Quality control for ready meals and processed meat products.
• Final inspection point before product packaging and dispatch.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can typically range from 60 to 200 packs per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on a single-phase (1Ph) electrical supply, typically 230V, 50Hz.

Construction material

Equipment for food processing, such as this unit, is typically constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Detection sensitivity

Metal detectors in this category are designed to detect ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants, with sensitivity levels varying by product and aperture size.

Checkweighing accuracy

Checkweighers of this type typically offer accuracy within +/- 0.5g to 2g, depending on the product weight and line speed.

Reject mechanism

Commonly, units feature an automatic reject system, such as a blow-off or pusher, for non-conforming products.

Footprint

Mobile units like this are designed for flexibility, with a compact footprint typically around 1.5m to 2.5m in length.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metals can this detector typically find?

  This class of metal detector is generally capable of identifying ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants within food products.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or washdown environments?

• How does the checkweigher handle products that are outside the target weight range?

• What kind of maintenance is typically required for this equipment?

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