Loma - IQ3 CW3 Metal Detector Checkweigh Combination

Applications & Use Cases

• Used for final product inspection in packaged food lines to ensure weight accuracy and detect metallic contaminants.
• Applied in bakeries, confectioneries, and snack food production for quality assurance.
• Suitable for dairy and ready meal manufacturers to meet regulatory compliance and reduce product recalls.
• Utilised in pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries for verifying package contents and integrity.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Commonly found on units of this type, throughput can range from 60 to 300 packs per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Power supply

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

Weighing range

For this class of equipment, weighing ranges often span from a few grams up to 10-15 kg.

Metal detection sensitivity

IQ3 series detectors are known for good sensitivity across ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants, typically achieving sub-millimetre detection.

Conveyor belt width

Commonly, conveyor belt widths for combination units are between 200mm and 400mm.

Construction material

Units are typically constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability in food processing environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a metal detector checkweigher combination unit?

  It is a single machine that integrates both metal detection and dynamic checkweighing functionalities. This allows for simultaneous inspection of products for metallic contaminants and verification of correct weight.

• Why choose a combination unit over separate machines?

• What types of metals can an IQ3 detect?

• Is this unit suitable for wet or washdown environments?

• What maintenance is typically required for such a unit?

• Can this unit be integrated with existing production lines?