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In today's fast-paced, highly regulated food industry, product safety and quality are non-negotiable. Consumers and retailers alike expect perfect products-free of contaminants, accurately labeled, and consistently safe. Amid rising food safety concerns and tightening global regulations, manufacturers are increasingly turning to advanced Food X-ray Scanners to inspect products for foreign objects, ensuring compliance and consumer protection.
X-ray inspection systems offer superior detection capabilities compared to traditional metal detectors. They can identify a wider range of contaminants-including glass, ceramics, stones, high-density plastics, bones, and metal fragments-regardless of the packaging material. Whether in bulk, unpackaged, or fully sealed formats, food X-ray scanners provide a powerful, non-destructive solution to guarantee product integrity at every stage of production.
This product introduction explores how Food X-ray Scanners operate, key features, application scenarios, compliance requirements, and their transformative benefits for food producers of all sizes.
Foreign objects in food pose serious risks:
Physical injury to consumers (choking, dental damage, lacerations)
Legal liability and financial loss from product recalls
Reputation damage and loss of consumer trust
Non-compliance with HACCP, BRC, IFS, and FDA standards
While metal detectors remain effective for detecting metal contaminants, they cannot detect non-metallic foreign objects-which are increasingly common due to complex production environments.
X-ray scanners, however, can detect:
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals (even stainless steel)
Glass shards (including curved and frosted types)
Stones and rocks
Ceramic fragments
Dense plastics and rubbers
Bone fragments in meat or fish
Clumps, voids, and missing components (secondary quality control)
Food X-ray scanners operate by passing low-energy X-rays through a product. As the X-rays travel through the item, they are absorbed at different rates depending on the density and atomic number of the material. A detector captures the attenuated X-rays and constructs a high-contrast grayscale image, revealing internal structures.
Contaminants-being denser than the surrounding food-appear as darker areas on the image. The system's software then analyzes these variations in real time and flags or rejects affected items.
X-ray Generator: Emits a controlled beam of X-rays.
Detection Panel: Captures transmitted rays and converts them into a digital image.
Control Software: Uses algorithms or AI to detect foreign objects and trigger reject systems.
Reject Mechanism: Pneumatic arm, air blast, or flap to remove contaminated items.
Detects foreign bodies as small as:
0.3 mm stainless steel
2 mm glass or ceramic
3 mm bone
Performance maintained across varying product sizes and densities
Stores recipes for multiple SKUs
Auto-calibration for fast changeovers
Adaptable to frozen, dry, moist, or oily food products
Enhances contrast between materials of similar density
Improves detection of soft contaminants in complex or overlapping products
15" touchscreen HMI with password protection
Real-time visualization of X-ray images
Intuitive operation with multi-language support
Stainless steel IP65/IP66 housing
Sloped surfaces and open-frame design for easy cleaning
Tool-less belt removal for maintenance
Records every inspection event
Exportable reports for audits and compliance
Optional integration with SCADA, ERP, or MES systems
Food X-ray scanners are highly versatile and can inspect a wide range of products in bulk, packaged, or final formats.
Bone detection in chicken fillets or thighs
Metal shards from cutting blades
Embedded stones or shot pellets in game meat
Bone detection in fillets
Metal contamination from fish processing machines
Detect glass or metal fragments in dough
Check for missing fillings or broken pieces
Inspect cheese blocks, yogurts, or milk pouches
Detect foreign particles or broken plastic from packaging
Identify hard inclusions in chocolates or candy bars
Detect air pockets, broken pieces, or overwrap issues
Inspects vacuum-sealed pouches, glass jars, and metal tins
Ensures seal integrity and fills levels
Grain, rice, nuts, coffee beans, spices
Detect contaminants before packaging
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Inspection Width | 300-600 mm (customizable) |
| Product Height | Up to 200 mm |
| Detection Sensitivity | 0.3 mm-1 mm metal; 2 mm glass |
| Belt Speed | Up to 80 m/min (adjustable) |
| Max Load Capacity | 20 kg or more (depending on belt strength) |
| X-ray Source | 80-160 kV, 0.4-1.2 mA |
| Detector Resolution | 0.4-0.8 mm |
| Reject Type | Air blast, pusher, drop gate, or belt stop |
| Data Storage | 50,000+ images with export option |
| Interface | Touchscreen HMI, USB, Ethernet |
| Software Features | Auto-learn, dual-energy, zone masking |
| Compliance | CE, FDA 21 CFR, ISO22000, BRC, IFS, HACCP |
| Radiation Safety | Leakage <1 μSv/h (well below legal limits) |
| Build Material | SS304/316, IP65/66 rated |
Food X-ray scanners are engineered to comply with all relevant food safety and radiation standards:
| Standard | Purpose |
|---|---|
| FDA 21 CFR 1020.40 | Radiation safety in food processing |
| CE & RoHS | European compliance and material safety |
| ISO 9001 / 22000 | Quality and food safety management |
| BRC / IFS / SQF | Retailer-approved standards |
| HACCP Ready | Critical Control Point (CCP) compliance |
| Radiation Shielding | Safe for operators, zero impact on food |
Radiation doses used are minimal-well below safety limits-and do not alter the food's chemical structure, taste, texture, or nutritional value.
| Feature | Metal Detector | X-ray Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Detects Non-Metals | No | Yes (glass, bone, stone) |
| Works with Foil Packaging | Limited | Fully compatible |
| Finds Dense Plastics | No | Yes |
| Missing/Deformed Product | No | Yes |
| Product Image Capture | No | Yes |
| Higher Price | Usually cheaper | Higher upfront investment |
Remove even the smallest foreign body before it reaches the consumer.
Verify fill levels, product shape, and count-improving quality control.
Avoid legal liability, consumer injury, and recall-related costs.
Easily meet food safety audits with full traceability and record keeping.
Deliver consistently safe and trusted products to the market.
Challenge: Several customer complaints of small glass particles in packaged granola.
Solution: Installed inline X-ray scanner on final packaging line with dual-energy detection.
Results:
Captured 100+ contaminated units within 2 months
Passed BRC and IFS audits with commendation
Reduced customer complaints by 90%
Preventive Maintenance Plans available
Auto-test features with certified test cards
Remote diagnostics and cloud-based monitoring
Operator and QA training programs
Full spare part kits and 24/7 support services
Food X-ray scanners can be easily integrated into:
Form-fill-seal lines
Multihead weighers
Thermoformers and tray sealers
Case packers and palletizers
Existing conveyor systems
Also compatible with:
Reject conveyors
Barcode readers
Metal detectors (dual-layer QC)
ERP, MES, or SCADA platforms
In the competitive world of food production, delivering safe, contaminant-free products is a baseline expectation-not a differentiator. Food X-ray Scanners offer unmatched detection accuracy, ensuring product integrity while supporting regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and customer trust.
Whether you're processing meat, dairy, bakery, frozen meals, or dry goods, a high-quality X-ray scanner will elevate your food safety program and protect your brand from the risks of physical contamination.
Ready to protect your product line from hidden threats?
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| Model | VS3019 | |
| Best Empty Machine Detection Accuracy | Stainless steel ball: Φ 0.6 mm Glass ball: Φ 2.0 mm; Ceramic ball: Φ 1.0 mm |
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| Detecting object size | Detecting Max height. | 130 mm |
| Detecting Max width. | 300 mm | |
| Conveyor Device Parameters | Conveyor belt speed | 20~70 m/min |
| Conveyor belt width | 300 mm | |
| Max height of the conveyor window | 190 mm | |
| Max load of the conveyor device | 20KG | |
| X-ray Source | 150W 80kv domestic single source | |
| Detector | 0.4 mm, domestic detector, single detector | |
| Display | 17-inch full-color touch screen, Shiwei (China) | |
| Host | Dell (USA) | |
| Operating System | Windows 11 | |
| Operation Method | Touch screen operation | |
| Supported Data Interfaces | LAN port, USB port | |
| Product Management | Complete product log | |
| Parameter Adjustment | Self-learning/Manual learning options available | |
| Image Management | Image save/print/analysis | |
| Power Supply | AC 220V, 1.2KVA,50/60Hz | |
| Belt Motor | Delta servo motor, Taiwan, China | |
| Overall Equipment Size | L*W*H:1178*1051*1854 mm | |
| Cleaning Method | Easy to clean | |
| Temperature Control | Industrial air conditioning for automatic temperature control | |
| Environmental Temperature | 0~40°C | |
| Environmental Humidity | 30~90%, no frosting | |
| X-ray Leakage | < 1µSv/ h | |
| Overall Material | 304 stainless steel | |
| Protection Level | IP65 | |
| Conveying Weight | 10KG | |
| Protection Method | Removable protective curtain/protective cover | |
| Belt Direction | from left to right/Optional from right to left | |
| Ejection Mechanism (Optional) | Paddle/pusher/flipper/blow-off | |
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