METTLER TOLEDO COMBINATION UNIT

• Ensuring product weight accuracy and detecting metallic contaminants in packaged food items.
• Integrating into automated production lines for end-of-line quality control.
• Reducing product recall risks by identifying non-conforming products before dispatch.
• Complying with food safety standards and regulations for packaged goods.

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can typically range from 60 to 200 packs per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Weighing accuracy

Checkweighers commonly offer accuracy within +/- 0.5g to +/- 2g, crucial for legal metrology and minimising giveaway.

Metal detection sensitivity

Dual-frequency metal detectors typically offer high sensitivity to ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants, adaptable to various product types.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly require a 230V, single-phase, 50Hz electrical supply, with pneumatic air for rejection systems.

Footprint

Combination units typically have a compact footprint for their capabilities, often around 2.0m to 3.0m in length.

Product handling

Conveyor systems are typically designed for stable transport of various packaged products, with rejection mechanisms like ram pushers or air blasts.

• What kind of products can this combination unit handle?

  This type of unit is suitable for a wide range of packaged food products, including pouches, cartons, trays, and bags, provided they fit within the metal detector aperture and weigh platform dimensions.

• Is calibration required for the checkweigher?

• How difficult is it to change product settings?

• What maintenance is typically involved?

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

Metal detectors for food processing remain reliable workhorses in quality control operations. Buyers typically value their durability and consistent contamination detection capability. When purchasing used units, inspecting calibration history and sensitivity settings proves essential. Industry sentiment favours machines with straightforward maintenance records and minimal downtime. Common strengths include robust construction, straightforward operation, and cost-effectiveness compared to new equipment. Prospective buyers should verify functional testing documentation and assess integration compatibility with existing production lines.

General overview for this equipment type