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EQUIPMENT
Benefiting manufacturers
Metal detection systems provide manufacturers with
significant benefits in both product safety and operational
efficiency. First and foremost, they ensure product
purity by detecting and removing contaminants
early in the production process. This helps manufacturers
maintain high safety standards, protecting both the
consumer and the brand's reputation, which is critical
for long-term success.
" In terms of operational efficiency, detection systems
also safeguard equipment from damage caused by foreign
materials, reducing the risk of costly repairs and
unplanned downtime, " Voorhees said. " By minimizing
equipment wear and tear, manufacturers can extend the
lifespan of their machinery and optimize production
line uptime. The more efficiently the line
runs, the greater the output, ultimately leading
to higher productivity and profitability. "
Checkweighers can also be used to collect
the weight data and point out deficiencies
and address problems like product
giveaway or underfilling.
" Some can provide feedback to filling
equipment to adjust fill levels on the
fly, which can improve the filling accuracy,
reducing reject for underweight
and reducing giveaway, " Garr said.
" This reduces the need for product rework,
lowers cost and improves efficiency. "
Retrofitting detection systems into existing
production lines can be challenging, especially
with limited space. However, the key
to streamlining operations lies in carefully
reviewing the entire production process to
identify the most effective locations for installation,
based on critical control points.
" For manufacturers without existing deThe
Dual Energy
X-ray detection system
from Anritsu can
detect contaminants
of varying densities,
such as fine metals
and small bones.
Anritsu Product Inspection & Detection
tection systems, a good starting point is often the packaging
stage, as this ensures final product purity before the
product reaches the consumer, " Voorhees said. " From
there, it's important to evaluate upstream processes to pinpoint
areas where equipment protection is crucial, such
as before grinding or mixing stages where contamination
can cause significant damage or wear to machinery. "
Additionally, looking at raw material streams can help
identify potential contamination sources early on, providing
multiple layers of protection throughout the process.
In some cases, a combination of these approaches
may be necessary to achieve both product safety and
equipment longevity, ensuring that detection systems
contribute to a more efficient and reliable operation.
" From our perspective, metal contamination is one
of the most critical threats in any food production, "
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Stealth metal detectors from Fortress Technology have high
sensitivity levels for detecting the smallest ferrous, nonferrous
and stainless steel contaminants in pet food.
Fortress Technology
Voorhees said. " This includes all types of metal - ferrous,
non-ferrous and stainless steel. Metal contaminants
pose a significant risk not only to the integrity
of processing equipment, where they can cause costly
damage and downtime, but also to the safety of the final
product, potentially endangering pets. "
On the horizon
" One key area of improvement we expect to see in the
future is the increasing sensitivity of metal detectors,
allowing for the detection of even smaller metal contaminants, "
Voorhees said. " As these systems advance,
they will be able to identify and remove very small metal
fragments that were previously undetectable, providing
an even greater level of protection for both products and
processing equipment. "
In addition, Anritsu foresees advancements in artificial
intelligence (AI) and machine learning driving the
next wave of innovation.
Technology in metal detection systems is continuously
evolving, and future innovations hold great promise
for enhancing the safety and quality of pet food.
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