LOMA Systems - Loma CW3 IQ3 Checkweigher & Metal Detector

Applications & Use Cases

• Ensuring product weight accuracy and compliance in food packaging lines.
• Detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants in packaged goods.
• Reducing product giveaway and improving quality control in pharmaceutical production.
• Verifying complete packs and rejecting under/overweight items in confectionery manufacturing.
• Integrating into automated production lines for end-of-line inspection.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Units of this class commonly handle up to 200 packs per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Power supply

Typically requires a 230V, single-phase, 50Hz electrical supply.

Weighing accuracy

For this type of equipment, accuracy is generally within +/- 0.5g to 2g, depending on the weight range and product stability.

Metal detection sensitivity

Commonly detects spheres of 1.0mm ferrous, 1.5mm non-ferrous, and 2.0mm stainless steel in dry products.

Conveyor belt width

Units typically feature belt widths ranging from 200mm to 400mm.

Product weight range

This class of checkweigher is often suitable for products weighing from a few grams up to 5-10 kg.

Rejection system

Commonly equipped with air blast, push-arm, or drop-down rejection mechanisms for out-of-spec products.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products can this system inspect?

  This combined system is generally suitable for inspecting a wide range of packaged products, including food items, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics, in various formats such as pouches, cartons, and trays.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or washdown environments?

• What kind of maintenance does a checkweigher and metal detector combo require?

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

• What are the typical space requirements for a combined unit like this?

• Does this unit come with software for data logging?