Metal Detectors and X-Ray Solutions in the Baking Industry
Metal Detectors and X-Ray solutions are vital to ensure food safety.
Bread bakeries have become highly automated in order to reduce costs, improve productivity, safety, hygiene and quality. Metal Detectors and X-Ray solutions are vital to ensure food safety.
More and more efficient materials handling and inspection solutions will be on the cards as bakers continue the never-ending search for ways to increase quality and maximise on performance and food safety output of baked goods.
Metal Detectors and X-Ray Equipment –
Metal detectors have upped their status in the production line up. Continuous instrument improvements resulted in metal detectors being promoted to essential process-control device status. They are no longer just end-of-line afterthoughts as they help protect expensive process machinery from metal fragment damage.
Baked loaves are transported along a conveyor and are inspected for metal contamination as they pass through the aperture of the metal detector. Metal contamination can be present in raw materials or can be introduced during manufacturing processes.
If metal is detected, pneumatic rejecting device operates and pushes the contaminated loaf directly into a reject bin. The suspect product can then be examined to determine the nature of the contamination and possible causes can be investigated.
From installing metal detectors to inspecting large quantities of free-flowing flour or grain, to check-weighers for determining correct fill levels or x-ray systems that perform final product checks, an inspection system can and should be tailored to individual company needs. And just as important as the equipment itself; is the comprehensive and on-going training of operators who use and monitor it.
Market leaders in the field of industrial conveyorised metal detection and X-Ray Equipment are Bizerba, BMSC, MCS Industries, Microsep and Teraoka to name but a few.
Bizerba
Metal Detectors – Bizerba metal detectors quickly and reliably detect all ferrous and non-ferrous metals in packaged and unpackaged goods. The separation systems from Bizerba may be used to reject contaminated packages on the operator side. A wide range of accessories is additionally available.
Metal Detection with Artificial Intelligence
With the help of artificial intelligence, THiNK detects significantly smaller metal foreign bodies than conventional metal detectors, even when the product effect is high. This greatly reduces the risk of unwanted product recalls, saves costs and protects your brand image
X-ray inspection systems – The monitoring and analysis of all relevant quality parameters from formulation and completeness check through to foreign object detection, packaging and labeling are top priorities for food manufacturers. Bizerba’s product inspection systems ensure 100% control.
Vision inspection systems – Our Vision inspection systems offer comprehensive solutions ranging from processing up to packaging of products. The automated testing improves product and process quality, enhances productivity and increases food safety.
BMSC Engineering –
BMSC Engineering, the premier destination for Production Line Equipment and Automation Solutions for Sorting, Inspecting and Quality Control. We provide Check Weighers, Rare Earth Magnets, Metal Detectors, Sieving & Vibratory Equipment, and Diamond Sorting security equipment.
Metal Detectors
BMSC Engineering is the Direct distributors for Mesutronic Metal detectors and X-ray Inspection for the food industry to Southern Africa- ‘Metal Detection Made in Germany’
Our wide range of metal detectors are used across the food, plastics, pharmaceuticals, clothing, mining and security industries.
- Tunnel Type Metal Detectors
- Food Industry Metal Detectors
- Meatline and Pipeline Metal Detectors
- Pharmaceutical Metal Detectors
- Industrial and Plastics Manufacturing Metal Detectors
Easyscope X-Ray type Metal detector Equipment & Machines
High-end X-Ray equipment for Reliable and accurate foreign body detection. easySCOPE – The easy way to X-Ray.
- Detects all foreign materials encapsulated or free
- Detects metal, glass, ceramic, mineral stone and hard plastic contaminants
- Highly accurate metal detection at maximum reliability
- Simple and user-friendly operation
- Advanced image processing functions
- High performance image software
- The easy way of X-Ray
- Compliant with quality assurance according to FSSC22000, HACCP, ISO22000 and BRCGS
Available Accessories and Options:
- Protection rating IP55
- 45 *C ambient temperature
- Variety of separation system to be integrated to the unit: pusher, blower nozzles
- Stainless Steel side guide rails
- Lockable and foldable stainless steel collecting container for rejects, with waste monitoring
BMSC Engineering introduces the easySCOPE X-Ray inspection system, designed to elevate quality control in various industries by accurately detecting foreign bodies like metals, glass, and stones in products.
This state-of-the-art equipment combines user-friendly interfaces with advanced detection technology, ensuring compliance with international safety standards. It’s particularly suited for the food and pharmaceutical sectors, where the integrity of products is paramount.
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Microsep
Product Inspection Solutions for the Bakery Industry
Maintaining consistent product quality and safety is essential for bakery manufacturers looking to remain competitive. Microsep supplies a comprehensive range of advanced Product Inspection (PI) solutions designed to address the unique challenges of bakery production, helping manufacturers protect product quality, maximise freshness and comply with food safety standards.
Our in-line inspection systems improve quality control by verifying that products are free from physical contaminants, correctly packaged and accurately weighed before leaving the production facility.
Our portfolio includes Dynamic Checkweighers, Industrial Metal Detectors and X-ray Inspection Systems, providing solutions to:
- Detect and reject metal contaminants (Metal Detection) and other foreign materials (X-ray Inspection)
- Confirm correct product weight and perform completeness checks (Checkweighing or X-ray Inspection)
- Detect packaging defects or damage (X-ray Inspection)
- Verify package seal integrity (X-ray Inspection)
Designed for hygienic operation and washdown environments, these inspection systems enable faster cleaning and sanitation with minimal downtime. They are engineered to keep pace with high-speed bakery production, where products can quickly lose moisture and freshness if packaging is delayed. Additionally, various product handling and reject devices are available to protect delicate products from damage during the inspection process.
By implementing a comprehensive product inspection programme, bakery manufactures can dramatically reduce the risk of contamination and product recalls, minimise waste, improve shelf life and strengthen brand loyalty.
Microsep supports and supplies its range of products through its Johannesburg head office and branches in Cape Town, Durban, and Gqeberha. Backed by an experienced team of application and technical service specialists, we are committed to helping customers maximise the performance, uptime and reliability of their inspection systems.
Microsep
+27 87 092 7300
MCS Industries – MCS Industries is the sole distributor for Cassel Messtechnik GmbH in Africa. The X-Ray Shark is an x-ray device with an integrated conveyor belt that automatically inspects packaged products of various sizes.
The X-Ray Shark detects contaminants, as well as individual attributes like, for example, completeness, form and mass of the product. It classifies and sorts out contaminated products automatically. The frame is made out of stainless steel and the conveyor can be ordered with an additional quick release system for simple hygiene practices.
Teraoka – Teraoka is the sole distributor of Teraoka/DIGI Weighing Systems and Anritsu Inspection Systems in Southern Africa as well as a proud Intermec Service Partner.
With headquarters in Johannesburg, Teraoka S.A. (PTY) LTD provides superior Sales and Service of Electronic Scales, Automated Weighing, Wrapping and Labeling Systems, Thermal Printers, Inspection Equipment, Self-Adhesive Labels and related Consumables for both the Retail Supermarket Industry as well as the Food Manufacturing Industry.
Teraoka offers the Anritsu range of rejectors (multi rejection options are available to eliminate products in different categories), metal detectors (dual wave, soft and hard contaminants) and the proven KD74 series X-ray machine.
