One of the most found contaminants in the food manufacturing industry is metal. Metal is a fundamental component in the manufacturing of equipment and machinery, and as a result, metal can be found in multiple different stages of food processing.
Here at Factronics USA, we offer only the best technology metal detection technology specially designed for the food manufacturing industry. The Anritsu M6 Simultaneous Multi-Frequency metal detectors are the latest innovation for contaminant detection in the industry, providing stable and high sensitivity to any production line.
Protecting the Consumer
When you consider the function of a metal detector, its primary purpose is to protect the consumer. Despite all precautions contamination during the food production process cannot be fully eliminated. These contaminants can pose a serious health threat to the consumer as well as a significant negative image to the company’s reputation. These two constraints will only increase the total cost for the manufacturer if the quality control remains below par.
Types of Contaminants to be Aware Of
In the food manufacturing industry, there are three primary groups of contaminants, and they come in all shapes and sizes starting with wires to shavings and flakes:
· Ferrous metal contaminants – these contaminants are conductive and magnetic, making them easy to detect, such as steel or iron.
· Non-ferrous metal contaminants – despite not being magnetic, these contaminants are excellent conductors and relatively easy to detect. Some examples include aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, tin, and zinc.
· Stainless steel contaminants – because they are non-magnetic and have poor electrical conductivity, these foreign bodies are difficult to detect. The most common product to have this type of contamination are the aluminum packaged products.
Should other contaminants require to be detected, such as calcified bone, ceramics, glass, or stone, an X-ray inspection system will be necessary and can provide more enhanced detection capabilities. This other method helps to reduce unusual impurities in the product and enhance quality control.
Overview of the M6 Dual Wave High-Performance Metal Detector
The Anritsu M6 Simultaneous Multi-Frequency metal detector offers enhanced detection sensitivities and production line stability.
Detection sensitivity often varies based on production and environmental conditions, including humidity and temperature. As a result, this can make it difficult for metal detectors to function consistently. The M6 metal detectors were developed to deliver optimum unmatched sensitivity for detecting metal contaminants during processing and production, making them the best contaminant detector in the market.
If you want to maximize product quality and protect your brand’s reputation, the M6 metal detector is the perfect choice for your food production and processing operations. Factronics USA is proudly the premium supplier of innovative inspection and detection systems in multiple industries. Our business representatives are available to answer your questions and help you with further assistance. For more information, contact Factronics USA today at (305) 888-6714 or by filling out our form by clicking here.