Loma IQ Retracting band metal detector

• Detecting metallic contaminants in packaged food products prior to dispatch.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance in confectionery and snack production lines.
• Quality control for baked goods, identifying foreign objects before packaging.
• Inspection of pharmaceutical products, preventing metal ingress into consumer goods.

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can vary significantly but is commonly suitable for integration into high-speed production lines.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Construction material

Frames are typically constructed from stainless steel, suitable for washdown environments in food processing.

Belt type

Intralox or similar modular plastic belts are commonly found, offering durability and ease of cleaning.

Aperture dimensions

Aperture sizes vary, but for this type of unit, they are designed to accommodate a range of product sizes, typically up to 300mm in width.

Detection sensitivity

Loma IQ series detectors are known for high sensitivity to ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants, which is adjustable based on product effect.

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Loma IQ series metal detectors are typically capable of detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants. The sensitivity for each type of metal can be adjusted.

• Is this unit suitable for wet environments?

• Can the belt speed be adjusted?

• What is a 'retracting band' mechanism?

• Are spare parts readily available for Loma equipment?

Metal detectors for food processing remain reliable workhorses in quality control operations. Buyers typically value their durability and consistent contamination detection capability. When purchasing used units, inspecting calibration history and sensitivity settings proves essential. Industry sentiment favours machines with straightforward maintenance records and minimal downtime. Common strengths include robust construction, straightforward operation, and cost-effectiveness compared to new equipment. Prospective buyers should verify functional testing documentation and assess integration compatibility with existing production lines.

General overview for this equipment type