Blockchain providers are working hard to gain the acceptance of food and beverage processors—no matter their size, and standard datasets like GS1 are helping to define the rules for consistent information handling.

When it comes to foreign material detection in a food facility, different processes require different detection methods and equipment. There are several types of systems that can help detect foreign matter in a food process, among which are metal detectors, X-ray units and magnets.

Sentinel 1000 Selectscan has a single user-adjustable frequency and is designed to be easy to use. 

The IP69 FMI system inspects product from the top and bottom simultaneously, in high-definition color. 

The M30 R-Series GC is designed to identify contaminants in a range of food manufacturing applications, with SENSE software that extends intelligent control across the system.

The CEIA THS/MS21 multi-spectrum technology metal detector is available with optional USDA-certified construction.

The company has custom-designed a twin aperture Stealth metal detector and dual lane Raptor 200 checkweigher for dairy. 

The Xtreme unit is designed to detect small ferrous, nonferrous and stainless steel metal contaminants in packaged, loose and free-fall applications.

The meTRON 07 CI coil with bulk sense kit is a tunnel-style metal detector designed to handle large bags of dry bulk products, such as flour, sugar and rice.

The XR75 is designed to detect contaminants as small as 0.4 mm (SUS) in packaged and bulk foods.