Loma - Metal Detector Checkweigher & Reject Bins

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting metallic contaminants and verifying package weight in packaged food products.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety standards and weight regulations for confectionery, baked goods, and ready meals.
• Minimising product recall risks and reducing material waste in production lines.
• Integrating into automated production lines for end-of-line quality control.
• Suitable for a range of dry and wet food products, depending on specific configuration.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can typically range from 60 to 300 packs per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Power supply

Commonly requires a 230V, single-phase, 50Hz electrical supply, with specific amperage requirements varying by model.

Detection sensitivity

Typically capable of detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants, with sensitivity levels varying based on aperture size and product effect.

Weight accuracy

For checkweighers of this type, accuracy is commonly within +/- 0.5g to 2g, depending on product weight and line speed.

Construction materials

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

Reject mechanism

Commonly features air blast, pusher, or drop-down reject mechanisms for contaminated or out-of-spec products, often with integrated reject bins.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metals can this equipment detect?

  Metal detector checkweighers of this type are typically designed to detect ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants. The specific sensitivity will depend on the unit's configuration and the product being inspected.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or dry products?

• How accurate is the checkweigher component?

• What maintenance is typically required for this machinery?

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