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inspection system could potentially
deliver even better performance,
this is limited by the upstream
cutter.
Despite its high speed, the system
reliably detects foreign bodies
such as pieces of metal, glass and
plastic as well as gristle and bone.
The requirement to reliably detect
pieces of metal with a diameter of
0.6 mm, glass with a diameter of 2
mm and plastic with a diameter of
5 mm has been fulfilled, as regular
functional checks with specially
prepared products demonstrate.
In addition, the system is also able to reject sausages that exhibit other
flaws such as clumps of herbs or damaged items. A special high-speed
reject arm directs rejected sausages into a reject bin. The data log collects
all information and helps to eliminate recurring sources of contamination,
while also providing confirmation that the production processes are
properly and correctly set up.
The new X-ray inspection system is used by Goldschmaus
Natur mainly in a two-shift operation and, thanks to its IP 65
protection rating, can easily withstand the humid production
environment. It did not take long for the operators to familiarise
themselves with this largely maintenance-free machine.
The easy-to-use X-ray system features an automatic set-up
function and is ready within 90 seconds. Fine adjustments
can be made during operation without interrupting the
production. Up to 100 programmable pre-sets allow rapid
product changeovers.
For operations manager Michael Schmolke, the benefits of
this X-ray inspection system are clear: “It can find all sorts of
foreign bodies – and not just metal. Also, no other system on
the market can check for foreign bodies at such high speeds.”
Goldschmaus’ customers, too, have been informed about the
new X-ray inspection system, which sends out a clear message
that Goldschmaus Natur is committed to maintaining the
highest standards of quality control.
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