Automated X-ray Inspection Systems
High performance contamination detection
Automated x-ray inspection systems are sophisticated machines that detect physical contaminants in products. Our Safeline X-ray Inspection systems are automated and can be installed at various stages of a production line to quickly inspect food and pharmaceutical goods for contaminants such as metals, glass, stones, and more. Their enhanced automation capabilities and high detection sensitivity mean you can reduce inspection errors, increase operational efficiency, and significantly cut costs.
Physical Contamination Detection
Physical contamination detection in manufacturing is vital for consumer safety. Learn more about physical contamination and how it's prevented. Read more
Product Quality Inspection for the Food Industry
Our advanced quality inspection solutions designed to support food and beverage manufacturers with physical contamination detection, fill level control, package integrity, completeness checks and identification of incorrect labeling. Read more
ProdX - The Next Level in Product Safety
ProdX™ Food Safety and Quality Management Software offers full digital management of product inspection equipment for enhanced productivity and efficiency. Read more
Product Quality Inspection for the Pharmaceutical Industry
Advanced quality inspection solutions for pharma, biopharma and medical device manufacturing. Read more
Quality Assurance and Product Inspection for Pet Food Manufacturers
Product inspection systems and software designed to support pet food manufacturers with quality control, compliance, and safety measures. Read more
Product Quality Inspection for the Cosmetics Industry
Smart product inspection systems designed to support manufacturers in the cosmetics and personal care industry with product quality control measures and compliance. Read more
Product Quality Inspection for the Chemical Industry
Smart product inspection systems designed to support manufacturers in the chemical industry with chemical quality control measures and compliance. Read more
Ready Meal Product Inspection Solutions
Product inspection solutions for packaged foods that make it easier to achieve compliance, increase uptime and reduce quality costs. Read more
Meat and Poultry Product Inspection Solutions
Product Inspection solutions to solve meat and poultry processing challenges - contamination detection, reducing product waste, packaging integrity and net content weight. Read more
Useful Related Links
Guide to X-ray Inspection Technology
The X-ray Inspection Guide provides a single and definitive source of reference to x-ray inspection technology for use in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Read more
How Safe is X-ray Inspection of Food?
This white paper is for food manufacturers who consider x-ray inspection to comply with food-safety regulations and legislations. Read more
Effects of X-ray Inspection on Pharmaceutical Products
This white paper examines the potential effects of x-ray inspection on pharmaceutical products and discusses why and how manufacturers use x-rays to inspect a wide variety of products. Read more
How Do X-ray Systems Find Contaminants?
This white paper explains what x-rays are and the main components and operating principles of an x-ray inspection system. It describes how typical contaminants are identified and explores how x-ray systems detect them inside products and packaging. Read more
eGuide - 5 Reasons to Use X-ray Inspection Systems
Download our eGuide, 5 Reasons to use METTLER TOLEDO X-ray Inspection Systems, to learn the benefits of x-ray inspection for food and pharmaceutical manufacturers. Read more
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FAQs
What are the benefits of using automated x-ray inspection systems in food and pharmaceutical production lines?
For product inspection of food and beverages, as well as quality assurance of pharmaceuticals and quality inspection of cosmetics and personal care items, manufacturers use automated x-ray inspection systems to maximize product quality and safety. These advanced systems are able to detect physical contaminants in products while simultaneously performing a wide range of in-line quality control checks. Installing an automated x-ray inspection system helps to protect the brand and reputation of manufacturers while avoiding the risk of potentially expensive product recalls.
How safe is the use of an automated x-ray inspection system in food or pharmaceutical products?
The radiation dose levels used in automated x-ray inspection for the food and pharmaceutical industries are extremely low and have no effect on product safety, flavor, or texture. The use of automated x-ray inspection equipment is highly regulated and is becoming increasingly common in manufacturing industries. Modern automated x-ray systems are perfectly safe in working environments as long as recommended safety guidance is followed.
Why are automated x-ray inspection systems used in manufacturing?
Automated x-ray inspection systems are used in manufacturing for quality control and inspection purposes and can help identify defects or missing insertions, measure dimensions such as mass, inspect packaging, and detect physical contaminants or foreign objects in products such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, pet foods, and more.
How does automated x-ray inspection technology work?
Automated x-ray inspection systems utilize non-destructive x-ray waves to see through objects and products and can separate the expected density of the product with the densities of any unwanted foreign contaminants. These systems are typically comprised of an x-ray tube that emits controlled rays which pass through the object being inspected within the machine, with heavy curtains keeping the x-ray waves within the system. As the x-rays interact with the materials being inspected, a detector captures the x-rays and converts them into a single image.
Specialized software then analyzes this image, identifying any inconsistencies or foreign objects present in the sample. During the inspection process, the system can activate an automatic reject mechanism for contaminated, faulty, or non-compliant items.
Can automated x-ray inspection systems be integrated with existing production lines?
METTLER TOLEDO Safeline X-ray Inspection systems can be seamlessly integrated into pre-existing production lines. They are designed to adapt to your production needs, with our many customization options making it easy to integrate x-ray inspection technology systems with existing conveyor systems and line speeds. We even offer combination x-ray inspection systems with checkweighers to further enhance your product handling and inspection needs.
- Chicken Bone X-ray Inspection Systems
- Conveyor Belt X-ray Machines
- Industrial X-ray Inspection Systems
- Meat, Poultry and Seafood X-ray Inspection
- Pharmaceutical X-ray Inspection Systems
- Safeline X-ray Dual Energy Technology
- The X2 X-ray Inspection Series
- The X6 X-ray Inspection Series
- X-ray Inspection for Baked Goods
- X-ray Inspection for Dairy Production
- X-ray Inspection for Pet Food
- X-ray Inspection for Snacks and Confectionery Products
- X-ray Inspection Systems for Glass Jars
- X-ray Inspection Systems for Ready Meals
- X-ray Machines for the Food Industry