Royston, uk. June 16, 2010 &ndash mettler toledo safeline has released two new xray inspection solutions the inspirex r50s 400 afd and inspirex r50sb 200, to address the need for improved detection at higher production speeds on can manufacturing lines. The latest xray systems are able to inspect cans spaced rimtorim, allowing contaminant detection to take place at a rate of up to 1500 cans per minute cpm. The new xray technologies feature reduced focal length and improved beam angles to enable faster throughput whilst maintaining optimal quality assurance. The inspirex r50s 400 afd adjustable focal distance is an advanced singlebeam solution able to detect contaminants on a wide range of can sizes. The system&rsquos focal distance the distance the xray beam travels from the xray tank exit to the surface of the imaging detector can be automatically adjusted for each can size, offering optimum detection and a higher level of operational flexibility. The inspirex r50sb 200 splitbeamxray system has been specially designed for smaller metal cans typically up to 400g14 oz. In size. &ldquoquality control for foods packaged in metal cans presents many challenges. The two new xray systems for metal cans allow manufacturers to select the best machine for their individual application. The small machine footprint, a choice of fully integrated highspeed automatic reject systems and infeed product handling options make them a preferable turnkey solution for all sizes of metal cans on highspeed packing lines,&rdquo said niall mcrory, product development & sales manager, mettler toledo safeline. These two new xray systems include mettler toledo safeline&rsquos newly developed xtp contamination detection software tools that analyse products with the highest possible resolution, offering further improved levels of detection particularly in challenging areas of a metal can base and ribbed side walls. Mettler toledo safeline&rsquos latest offering provides highquality image processing and a detection signal that is up to fourtimes stronger, ensuring more accurate contaminant detection. Both the inspirex r50sb 200 and the inspirex r50s 400 afd can detect many different contaminants such as stainless steel, ferrous and nonferrous metals, glass, mineral stones, and highdensity plastics and rubbers. The advanced xray technology can automatically synchronise the xray scan speed with the production line belt speed, keeping a onetoone image ratio. No manual adjustments are required, ensuring maximum uptime of the production line. Several features serve to reduce total cost of ownership, including low maintenance costs, ability to quickly accommodate product changeovers and elimination of the need for water cooling. The xray systems are userfriendly and easily integrated into existing production lines, reducing the need for lengthy training. &ldquoour two new xray systems are revolutionary for the metal can inspection process and provide manufacturers with an economically viable solution that delivers the peace of mind and reliability associated with any of our xray inspection systems,&rdquo added mcrory. Mettler toledo safeline&rsquos product inspection technology portfolio includes xray, metal detection and checkweighing solutions. About mettler toledo safelinemettler toledo safeline is the world&rsquos leading supplier of metal detection and xray inspection solutions for the food and pharmaceutical industries. Together with garvens checkweighing, mettler toledo safeline forms the product inspection division of mettlertoledo. For more information on the axr xray inspection system or any aspect of xray inspection procedures and technology, call daniela verhaeg , marketing manager of mettler toledo safeline xray on 44 01763 25 7900 or email daniela.schulz@mt.com. For general information on mettler toledo safeline, visit httpuk.mt.comgbenhomeproductsproductinspection1.html
