LOMA Systems Liquid Metal Detector Pump

• Used for inspecting pumped liquid or slurry products in food processing to detect metallic contaminants.
• Commonly integrated into dairy, beverage, and sauce production lines.
• Applied in pharmaceutical manufacturing for quality control of liquid medications and suspensions.
• Suitable for use in chemical processing where product purity is critical.

Typical throughput

Varies significantly by pump size and product viscosity, but units for this class of equipment commonly handle flow rates from a few hundred to several thousand litres per hour.

Power supply

Typically 230V, 50Hz, single-phase or 400V, 50Hz, three-phase, common for industrial equipment in the UK.

Detection sensitivity

Units of this type are designed to detect ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants, with sensitivity depending on aperture size and product effect.

Pipe diameter

Commonly available for pipe diameters ranging from 25mm to 100mm, to integrate with standard processing lines.

Construction material

Typically manufactured from stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and corrosion resistance, especially in food and pharmaceutical applications.

Operating pressure

Designed to operate under typical line pressures found in liquid processing systems, buyers should confirm specific unit ratings.

• What types of metallic contaminants can this detector find?

  Liquid metal detectors are designed to identify ferrous, non-ferrous, and non-magnetic stainless steel contaminants within pumped products.

• Is this unit suitable for viscous products?

• How is a detected contaminant rejected from the product stream?

• What maintenance is typically required for a liquid metal detector pump?

• Can this unit be integrated into an existing processing line?

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