Mesutronic - Metal Detector

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants in packaged food products.
• Inspecting bulk dry goods such as grains, powders, or snacks for metallic foreign bodies.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance with food industry standards prior to dispatch.
• Protecting downstream processing equipment from damage caused by metal contaminants.
• Quality control in confectionery, bakery, meat, and dairy processing lines.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Variable, commonly up to 30-60 metres per minute on conveyorised systems, depending on product size and sensitivity settings.

Aperture size

For this class of equipment, aperture dimensions typically range from 200mm to 600mm in width and 100mm to 300mm in height, influencing product suitability.

Power supply

Commonly single-phase 230V, 50Hz, with a typical power consumption of 0.2 - 0.5 kW.

Detection sensitivity

Typically capable of detecting ferrous contaminants down to 0.8mm, non-ferrous down to 1.5mm, and stainless steel down to 2.0mm, depending on product effect.

Construction material

Units are commonly constructed from stainless steel (grade 304 or 316) for food contact areas and washdown capability.

Rejection system

Often integrated with an automatic rejection system, such as an air blast, push arm, or drop flap, for contaminated products.

Operating environment

Typically designed for indoor use in food production facilities, with an IP rating commonly around IP65 for washdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Metal detectors of this type are typically designed to identify ferrous (magnetic), non-ferrous (e.g., aluminium, copper), and stainless steel contaminants.

• How do I determine the correct aperture size for my product?

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

• What maintenance is typically required for a used metal detector?

• Does a used metal detector come with calibration certificates?

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