Food Safety Metal Contamination Processing Metal Detection Limits

• After-sales Service: Support
• Warranty: 12 Month
• Certification: CE, ISO
• Condition: New
• Customized: Customized
• Alarm Form: Sound and Light Alarm
• Model NO.: FSD4223
• Power Source: Electric
• Process: Concentration and Dry
• Automatic Grade: Automatic
• Application: Ice Cream, Candy, Chocolate,
• Transport Package: Strong Ploywooden Case
• Specification: 280KGS
• Trademark: vikingdetector
• Origin: Made in China
• HS Code: 8543709100
• Production Capacity: 100 PCS /Week

Product Description

Food Safety Metal Detection Limits

Ensuring food safety is a critical aspect of food processing, and metal contamination is a significant concern that needs to be addressed. Metal detectors are commonly employed in the food industry to detect and eliminate metal contaminants from the production line. The limits for metal detection in food processing are generally determined by regulatory authorities and industry standards. Here are some key points related to metal detection limits in food safety:

1. **Regulatory Standards:**
   - **Local Regulations:** Metal detection limits for food safety are often dictated by local regulatory bodies. Different countries may have different standards and permissible limits.
   - **Global Standards:** Some international standards, such as those set by the Codex Alimentarius Commission, provide guidelines for metal contamination in food.

2. **Metal Types and Sizes:**
   - **Detection of Various Metals:** Metal detectors should be capable of detecting various types of metals, including ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel.
   - **Minimum Detectable Size:** The sensitivity of metal detectors is expressed in terms of the minimum size of metal particles they can reliably detect.

3. **Adjustable Sensitivity:**
   - **Customizable Sensitivity:** Metal detectors used in food processing often have adjustable sensitivity settings. This allows operators to tailor the detection levels based on the specific requirements of the product being processed.

4. **Product Variability:**
   - **Diverse Product Types:** Different food products may have varying compositions and densities, affecting the ease of metal detection. Metal detectors should be capable of handling this variability.

5. **Quality Control Measures:**
   - **Integrated Quality Control:** Metal detection is often part of a broader quality control process, including visual inspection, sieving, and other methods, to ensure overall product quality.

6. **Automatic Rejection:**
   - **Contaminated Product Removal:** Metal detectors are often linked to automatic rejection systems that remove contaminated products from the production line. This minimizes the chances of metal-contaminated products reaching consumers.

7. **Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP):**
   - **HACCP System:** Metal detection is commonly integrated into the HACCP system, which identifies and controls potential hazards in food production processes.

8. **Validation and Verification:**
   - **Regular Validation:** Regularly validate the performance of metal detectors to ensure they meet the required standards.
   - **Verification Procedures:** Implement verification procedures to confirm that metal detectors are operating effectively.

9. **Documentation and Record-Keeping:**
   - **Record of Inspections:** Maintain detailed records of metal detection activities, including any instances of metal contamination and corrective actions taken.

10. **Training and Education:**
    - **Operator Training:** Ensure that operators are adequately trained in the proper use of metal detectors and understand the importance of food safety.

11. **Continuous Improvement:**
    - **Feedback Mechanisms:** Establish feedback mechanisms to continuously improve metal detection processes based on any incidents or identified areas for enhancement.

It's crucial for food processing facilities to stay informed about the latest regulations and standards pertaining to metal contamination in food. Regular audits, testing, and calibration of metal detectors are essential components of an effective food safety program. Additionally, collaboration with industry experts and participation in relevant forums can provide valuable insights into best practices for metal detection in food processing.
Metal contamination in food is a serious issue. If a metal contaminant is ingested, it can lead to serious health problems and even death.

In order for food processing companies to be able to detect metal contaminants in their products, they must follow a number of safety guidelines. These guidelines are designed to protect the consumer from being exposed to potentially harmful substances.

Food processing plants have strict limits on the amount of metal contamination that can be allowed in their finished product. This limit is called the action level, and it is set according to the type of product being made at the plant. For example, if a company makes canned vegetables, its action level for iron would be set at 0.5 parts per million (ppm). This means that if more than 0.5 ppm iron were found in any sample taken from the plant's production line, then an investigation would need to be conducted into what caused this increase and how it could be remedied so as not to compromise product quality or safety standards during future production runs."
Features and Benefits:   
A.Can be used almost anywhere in the food processing line
B.Operates over a wide range of speeds to  accommodate a variety of food lines
C.100% stainless steel - stable construction and easy to clean
D.Different belt types and various ejection systems for every application
E.In-process and end-of-line metal contaminant protection to comply with IFS, BRC, HACCP, ISO 22000 requirements, etc

Frame	Stainless steel AISI 304 / ISO 1.4301 (CrNi 18/10), profiles closed on all sides, available with adjustable feet (standard) or castor wheels.
Enclosure rating	IP54
Height	800 mm ± 100 mm other heights and designs possible
Belt speed	12 -24 m/min (with belt control STR/STL) others on request
Motor	0.25 kW or worm gear motor 0.25KW, depending on requirements also stronger
Product weight	16 kg as standard, other weights possible
Power supply	220-240 VAC, 1ph, 50-60 Hz 110 VAC, 1ph, 60 Hz
Conformity	CE (Declaration of Conformity and Declaration of Manufacturer)

F Detects ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including stainless steel
H.ISF standard calibration stick available to eet food safety standards