LOMA Systems - Loma IQ+ Metal Detector

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants in packaged food products.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance with food industry standards.
• Protecting downstream processing equipment from metal damage.
• Used in bakeries, confectioneries, meat processing, and ready meal production lines.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Typically designed for high-speed production lines, handling hundreds of products per minute depending on product size and line speed.

Aperture size

Commonly available with various aperture sizes to accommodate different product dimensions and packaging types.

Power supply

Typically requires a standard industrial electrical supply, commonly 230V, single-phase, 50Hz for UK operations.

Detection sensitivity

For this class of equipment, sensitivity is typically adjustable to detect very small metal particles, often down to sub-millimetre sizes.

Construction material

Units of this type commonly feature stainless steel construction for hygiene and durability in food processing environments.

Conveyor belt width

Typically fitted with a food-grade conveyor belt, with widths varying to suit product flow and aperture size.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Loma IQ+ metal detectors are designed to identify ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants within food products.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or dry products?

• What level of maintenance is typically required?

• Can the sensitivity be adjusted for different products?

• What is the typical footprint of a Loma IQ+ metal detector?