Fortress Metal Detector Gives A Slick Performance For Bottler Of Edible Oils And Vinegars
Purpose built reject mechanism ensures safe handling of uncapped glass bottles to eliminate risk of breakage or spillage
Fortress Technology Europe has recently installed the first of two bespoke integrated Phantom metal detector and conveyor systems at Edible Oils’ bottling plant in Kent. Specially designed by the Banbury-based company to eliminate the risk of downtime caused by breakage or spillage, the high performance inspection unit features a purpose built reject mechanism for the safe handling of uncapped glass bottles filled with speciality oils and vinegars.
The innovative, combined metal detector and conveyor solution was custom designed by Fortress Technology in conjunction with Cotswold Engineering to fit on to Edible Oils’ production line between the filling and capping processes. It has a 150mm (width) x 500mm (height) aperture and is currently inspecting up to 150 bottles per minute.
Edible Oils’ Trevor Barr comments: “Product safety and integrity is of paramount importance to Edible Oils so choosing the right inspection equipment is vital. We had used Fortress Technology before and always found its metal detectors to be reliable and well-engineered, as well as good value for money. Despite the fact it was never going to be an off the shelf system, we had every confidence in the team’s ability to design and manufacture the best solution for our requirements.”
He continues: “Reducing or eliminating potentially costly downtime caused by breakages or spillages was a priority. As a result, our brief stipulated the need for a reject mechanism that was swift, reliable and capable of handling glass bottles safely, without causing damage. The system that the company designed is simple, but effective. When a contaminant is identified, the item is rejected by a series of paddles that then transfer the bottled product onto a parallel conveyor.”
“The complete service, from initial consultation through to installation and training, was very good, and we would not hesitate to use Fortress Technology again in the future,” concludes Trevor.
Edible Oils bottles speciality oils and vinegars for the retail industry including all the major supermarkets.
Fortress Technology’s Phantom metal detectors are exceptionally reliable yet easy to operate and maintain. Utilising the latest Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology to ensure complete product integrity, the systems offer superior accuracy and speed. They are available in a wide range of aperture sizes with a selection of construction options including painted aluminum, stainless steel and BSH (IP69K certified).
Established in the UK since 1999, Fortress Technology offers an extensive range of metal detection systems for a variety of industries including food, pharmaceutical, lumber, plastics and textiles. As well as standard metal detectors, the company designs machines to suit non-standard applications.
Fortress Technology is backed by skilled in-house design, technical and consultancy teams, a growing distributor network and dedicated customer service and support. The company offers high quality spare parts, flexible warranty packages, training, product testing and rental units.
For further information please contact:
Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd, The Phantom Building, 7 Beaumont Road, Banbury, OX16 1RH
tel: 01295 256266 fax: 01295 255987
email: info@fortresstechnology.co.uk or visit www.fortresstechnology.co.uk
Fortress Technology
- 01295 256266
- sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com
- http://www.fortresstechnology.com
- Phantom Bldg, Beaumont Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 1RH GB
About us
Fortress Technology began its humble beginnings in 1996 believing that through superior product design and engineering the production of higher quality equipment with better sensitivities could be achieved. The phenomenal market response to the Fortress Phantom line of metal detectors has validated that belief and the philosophy on which it is based… simple operation, outstanding reliability, and exceptional performance. Over the years, Fortress has blossomed into a global enterprise with main offices in Canada, the UK, and Brazil serving North America, Europe, and Latin America. Their valued representatives provide cost effective and customised inspection solutions to customers’ worldwide.
Where we supply to
Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, South America, North America
Industries we supply to
Automation, Chemicals, Consultants, Components Electronics, Energy and Power, Food and Beverage, Glass Ceramics Cement, Metals and Minerals, OEM, Paper and Pulp, Pharmaceutical Cosmetics Toiletries, Plastics and Rubber, Recycling, Textiles, Tobacco, Water and Wastewater
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