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The article discusses the application of industrial X-ray computed tomography (CT) for quality control. Topics include design improvement during product development, reverse engineering capability of CT through conversion of the three-dimensional (3-D) reconstructed model, and computed-aided design (CAD).

The article focuses on the use of x-ray inspection systems, metal detectors and checkweighing equipment in the dairy processing industry in the U.S. Christopher Young, product manager at Anritsu Industrial Solutions USA, stresses the use of pipeline X-ray system to inspect fluid or slurries. Steve Gidman of Fortress Technology emphasizes the use of metal detector when no metal are present in the packaging materials. INSETS: Tips for Plant Managers;What Processors Need To Know.

The article focuses on the calibration and accuracy of X-ray computed tomography (CT) systems. It notes that X-ray CT must be calibrated to provide true metrological performance with the use of another metrology method such as a coordinate measuring machine (CMM). However, the combined calibration method requires an expensive system consisting of both an X-ray CT system and a CMM and requires additional training for operators.

The article offers information on the virtual roundtable of equipment suppliers convened by the journal "Dairy Food" on equipment used in check-weighing practices of food processing. Michael Freeman of Loma Systems Inc., says that processors seek X-ray for product inspection, which allows metal detection. Bob Ries of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. shares that they meet demands through AuditCheck performance verification system. Ries adds that the Intellitrack XR technology reduces false rejects.

Se trata de la detección de contaminantes en el proceso de los alimentos. Se destaca que el uso de detectores de metales y máquinas de rayos X ayuda a evitar que materia extraña que puede acabar en los alimentos procesados llegue a los consumidores. Se nota que mientras los sistemas de rayos X pueden detectar materiales de hueso, metal y piedra, pueden pasar sin detección el pelo, las telas y los objetos de madera con una gravedad específica inferior a uno.

The article discusses the benefits of adding metal detection and X-ray equipment to the product lines of food manufacturers. It states that with an X-ray system, stainless steel is easy to detect but more complex for a metal detector. According to Erik Brainard of Anritsu Industrial Solutions USA, Japanese retailers demand X-ray systems and metal detectors be used in tandem. Steve Gidman of Fortress Technology says that processors are placing around 30 percent upstream to get contaminants before they end up in smaller pieces of product.

The article offers information on several industrial equipment including the Spectrum Servo Multipackers packaging machine from Douglas Machine Inc. and the POWERx line of high performance x-ray systems from Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

This article focuses on the use of X-ray units as a quality-assurance tool in food manufacturing. X-ray inspection is taking on additional quality-assurance functions. Safeline has made a number of hardware improvements to improve the sensitivity of its X-ray units. It discusses the limitations of the X-ray technology.

Presents several food industry equipment and supplies. Meco AH-series custom shaft seals for mixers and blenders from Woodex Bearing Co. ; Line of programmable signal conditioning instruments from Daytronic Corp.; Model IMD 99 coffee grinding system from MPE; Concept 3 X-ray inspection system from Novus.

Features high-technology inspection systems that can be used in food processing. Legend 510 SmartImage Camera vision inspection system from DVT; X3 x-ray inspection equipment from Loma International; IQ2 metal detection system from Loma; F210 vision sensor system for label detection from Omron. INSET: Lakeside Foods keeps an eye on quality.

Analyzes the use of two-dimensional (2-D) and three-dimensional (3-D) X-ray technology in product quality inspection. Theory behind the inspection systems; Advantages of 2-D X-ray inspection systems; Applications of 3-D systems. INSET: QUALITY TECH TIPS.

Focuses on the use of X-ray technology for solder joint inspection of printed circuit boards. Reason for the growing demand of X-ray based machine vision systems; Types of X-ray systems that are used for solder joint inspection; Fundamental approaches to automated X-ray based machine vision systems.

Features a selection of metal detection and x-ray machines for use in dairy facilities. Lonia Systems Inc.'s IQ2 metal detector; Eriez Magnetics Co.'s E-Z Tec DSP Metal Detector; Fortress' Phantom Pipeline Metal Detector; Cesco Magnetics' MagTraps magnetic separators; MET 30+ Pipeline system from Lock Inspection Systems.

The article discusses the growth of chubs and the adoption of new technology to improve this packaging format as of 2016. Topics covered include the development of a film with excellent slip characteristics and a high oxygen barrier that allows for longer shelf life, the use of robotic systems to automate manual case loading, and the use of online analysis in quality control. Also mentioned are the capabilities of X-ray inspection systems and upgraded software algorithms.

The article deals with the use of automated x-ray inspection machines in assembly lines. Industries that benefit from x-ray equipment include the electronics industry, automotive industry, aerospace and defense industry, and medical equipment industry. Both in-line and stand-alone versions are available for assembly lines.

This article discusses the widespread use of metal detection by U.S. food processors in detecting and controlling metal contamination. The author reveals that metal detectors or X-ray machines are commonly used by most processors, whether they process snacks, grains or liquids. The author relates that food processors who use metallized films as their primary packaging often prefer X-ray machines. The article also explains why these equipment need proper setup and validation.

El artículo discute el uso de tecnología rayos X en la inspección de los recipientes utilizados por la empresa Orval Kent de Linares en México. El texto ofrece información sobre el proceso y metodología utilizados, así como la filosofía de seguridad alimentaria a la que responde la empresa.

Deals with low-energy radioscopy analysis (LERA), an X-ray inspection system from Pilot Industries. Functions of LERA; Details on its X-ray generator and low-energy X-ray beam; Benefits of the system over other nondestructive techniques for product inspection and measurement; Other products offered by the company.

The article details the integration of X4 PipeLine X-ray inspection systems from Loma Systems Inc. at St. Clair Foods Inc., food service providers for salads and entrees in the U.S. The X-ray inspection system was placed in line with its production lines to add an extra layer of protection and control the quality of incoming raw product. The system also capture product images which has reduced the number of contaminant instances in during the final stages of production.

The article offers brief information on the DualX Technology X-ray inspection system for contaminant detection from Anritsu Industrial Solutions Co. Ltd.

The article offers brief information on the DualX Technology x-ray inspection system from Anritsu Industrial Solutions USA.

The article evaluates the X-Scope 1000 digital X-ray inspection system from Scienscope International.

This section presents supply line news as of April 2008. The Agilent Medalist x6000 automated X-ray inspection system from Agilent Technologies Inc. was selected by Plexus as part of its test and inspection strategy for new products. Enthone Inc. inaugurated its advanced plating applications laboratory with 150 guests in Connecticut. A partnership has been formed by Atotech and the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE).

The article reports that the Comet Co. is introducing a new line of x-ray modules called X-Ray Source (XRS) in Switzerland. The Yxlon International Inc. is chosen as the supplier for the new XRS, which will give Comet a greater level of sales and service for their worldwide XRS and generator customer base. This new line of XRS will allow customers to custom tailor their x-ray inspection system for any nondestructive testing application.

The article evaluates the Ishida IX-GA Series of X-ray inspection systems from Heat and Control Inc.

The article evaluates the X-ray Source sub-system from Comet AG and offers information on its key features, specifications and benefits and advantages of using the product.

Focuses on the significance of inspection equipment to beverage manufacturers. Top beverage inspection concerns as of October 2005 such as bacterial contamination; Problem on the inspection of non-transparent beverages and opaque packaging; Information on the ScanTrac 200 X-Ray System.

Deals with the X-ray technology adopted by Shiloh Foods to locate small pieces of metal in food products packaged in metallic or aluminum alloys. Comments from Ken Kreider, vice president of operations at Shiloh; Functionality advantages of the technology; Features of the Loma Axis X-ray unit used by Shiloh.

Reports the development of a system using X-ray irradiation for the processing of pallet loads of food products. Method employed by the Palletron; Delivery of the proper dosimetry for the X-ray irradiation of meat, poultry, ready-to-eat products, fruits and vegetables on pallets; Importance of dose uniformity in maintaining product flavor.

Features the Safeline X-ray inspection equipment at Suzanna's Kitchen Inc., a food processing company in Duluth, Georgia. Concept of the technology; Combination of high-resolution X-ray inspection technology with innovative hardware and high-performance image processing software; Significance of the technology for quality control.