Metal Detector POA

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants in packaged food products.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance with food industry regulations.
• Protecting downstream processing equipment from damage caused by metal foreign bodies.
• Used in production lines for confectionery, baked goods, meat, dairy, and ready meals.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Variable, commonly handling hundreds to thousands of items per minute depending on product size and line speed.

Power supply

Typically 230V, single-phase, 50Hz, common for industrial food processing equipment in the UK.

Detection sensitivity

High sensitivity for small metal contaminants, adjustable based on product effect and aperture size.

Aperture size

Varies significantly; buyers should confirm the specific aperture dimensions for their product range.

Reject mechanism

This unit features an automatic pusher reject, suitable for diverting contaminated products from the main line.

Construction material

Typically stainless steel, suitable for washdown environments in food processing facilities.

Certifications

Units of this type commonly hold CE marking, indicating conformity with European health, safety, and environmental protection standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Metal detectors in this class are designed to identify ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants within food products.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or dry products?

• What maintenance is typically required for a metal detector?

• Can the sensitivity be adjusted for different products?

• What is the typical footprint of a unit with an automatic pusher reject?