Mettler Toledo - Combination Unit

Applications & Use Cases

• Used for final inspection of packaged food products to ensure weight accuracy and detect metallic contaminants.
• Applied in production lines for confectionery, baked goods, ready meals, and snack foods.
• Integral for quality control in industries requiring compliance with food safety standards.
• Utilised for reducing product recall risks associated with foreign object contamination and incorrect net weight.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can typically range from 60 to 150 packs per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Power supply

Commonly, units of this type operate on a 230V, single-phase, 50Hz electrical supply, though three-phase options may exist.

Weighing accuracy

Typically, checkweighers in this category offer accuracy within +/- 0.5g to +/- 2g, depending on the product and speed.

Reject mechanism

Units commonly feature pneumatic or ram-style reject mechanisms for removing out-of-spec products.

Construction material

Most food processing checkweighers and metal detectors are constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Environmental rating

Typically, these machines have an IP54 or IP65 rating, indicating suitability for washdown environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metals can this unit detect?

  Combination units typically detect ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants. Sensitivity varies based on the metal type and product characteristics.

• Is this unit suitable for wet products?

• Can the reject mechanism be configured for different products?

• What maintenance is typically required for a combination unit?

• What is the typical lifespan of a used combination unit?