Loma - IQ3+ST metal detector

• Detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants in packaged food products.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance in bakeries, confectioneries, and snack food production.
• Quality control for ready meals, processed meats, and dairy products.
• Inspection of dry goods such as grains, cereals, and powders before packaging.

Typical throughput

Varies significantly based on product size and belt speed; units of this class typically handle several hundred items per minute.

Power supply

Commonly 230V, single-phase, 50Hz, suitable for standard industrial UK power outlets.

Construction material

Units like this are typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Detection head aperture

For this class of equipment, apertures commonly range from 150mm to 400mm in width and 100mm to 250mm in height.

Conveyor belt width

Typically between 200mm and 600mm, accommodating various product sizes.

Reject mechanism

Commonly features air blast, push-arm, or drop-down reject systems, often into a collection bin.

Control interface

Modern units often include a touchscreen HMI for intuitive operation and data logging.

• What types of contaminants can this metal detector find?

  A metal detector of this type is designed to detect ferrous (iron), non-ferrous (aluminium, copper), and stainless steel contaminants within food products.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or dry products?

• How accurate are metal detectors of this generation?

• What maintenance is typically required for a metal detector?

• Can this metal detector integrate with existing production lines?

• What is 'product effect' and how does it impact detection?

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