Foreign Object Detection (FOD)

The FILTEC X-Ray Foreign Objects Detector (FOD) is a crucial quality control tool in beverage and food filling lines, designed to identify and reject containers with contaminants such as metal, glass, stones, and hard plastics.

The advantages of these detectors include:

• Enhanced food safety
• Compliance with industry regulations
• Protection of customers and brand reputation
• Prevention of costly product recalls

System Features Include:

• Multi-view X-ray Scanning: Three x-ray sources and sensors provide comprehensive inspection of complex-shaped products like bottles and small glass jars.

• Unique Contaminant Detection System: FOD uses a special arrangement of ray tubes inclined at 5° to optimize detection of foreign objects near edges and in hard-to-reach areas.

• High-speed and High-resolution Imaging: FOD is capable of scanning up to 2800 lines per second with sensor resolutions of 0.8 mm or 0.4 mm, ensuring precise detection.

• Advanced Software Filtering: FOD provides clear, high-contrast images with
parallel image processing, reducing noise and improving contaminant identification.

• Safety and Compliance: Certified under FDA and European radiation protection directives, FOD ensures operator safety and compliance with industry standards.

• Integrated Rejection System: The Filtec FOD integrates with a Finger Rejector system. FILTEC’s Finger Rejector is the perfect choice for upright rejection of full containers.