Loma to show cost effective X5C Compact X-ray inspection system at PPMA 2016

The streamlined X5c was developed in response to growing demand for a more cost effective yet highly functional X-ray solution. With retailers’ Codes of Practice increasingly specifying the use of X-ray, Loma’s X5c machine is primarily aimed at companies running multi-product, retail ready lines who are keen to make the switch to X-ray inspection technology for the first time.

As part of the ‘Ask the Expert’ initiative, visitors to Loma’s stand will be able to get advice from the company’s panel of technical specialists. Whether experienced or new to the food industry, it is an invaluable opportunity to discuss the latest developments in metal detection, checkweighing and X-ray contaminant inspection or to discover how to overcome challenges they might be facing in their respective production environments.

Loma’s X5c X-ray inspection system adheres to the company’s ‘Designed to Survive’ ethos whilst significantly reducing the cost of ownership of X-ray inspection technology. It represents considerable investment by Loma in developing a fully specified system that offers high quality contaminant inspection using a reduced number of well-proven subcomponents and streamlined design.

To comply with CFR21 part 11, Loma’s X5c is multilevel password protected for improved data management allowing the system to log events against individual operators. Produced from brushed stainless steel, it also offers an ultra-hygienic design for easy cleaning and low maintenance and serviceability. A quick release belt can be removed without the need for tools and the tension eased for cleaning. The sloping surfaces stop food particles and washdown droplets accumulating in crevices and reduce drying time.

Ideal for the detection of glass, calcified bone, rubber, stone as well as ferrous, non-ferrous and stainless steel metal in various packaging, Loma’s X5c operates at line speeds up to 50 metres per minute and measures just one metre in length. Capable of handling products up to 100mm (height) and 300mm (width) but weighing no more than 3kg, it is particularly ideal for the inspection of ready meal lines.

With significant energy saving benefits and providing the best balance of processing power for inspection, the X5c incorporates a detector array with 0.8mm diode pitch offering a low power and self-contained high efficiency X-ray generator. A simple, effective cooling mechanism ensures long tank life.

The development of the X5c is another example of Loma’s flexible approach and ability to quickly adapt to the needs of the market. With the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety and retailers’ Codes of Practice further recognising the use of X-ray inspection systems in the food industry, Loma used its considerable knowledge, experience and resources to build a system that offers major cost advantages, and opens up X-ray inspection technology to those companies who previously considered it too expensive.

Loma’s X5c features an easy to use eight inch intuitive colour touch screen. The X5c PC has been migrated to a Windows Embedded Standard operating system ensuring continued support from Microsoft. It has a high speed USB port and simple Ethernet connection for easy outputting of reports.

As with all Loma’s products, customers benefit from a high level of service and receive a tailor made solution to their inspection requirements.