CABINET
X-RAY THEORY
Most people are aware that X-Ray technology is
used in airports to inspect baggage and in medical and dental
offices to examine patients. However, though less familiar
to the general public, X-Ray also plays an important role
in food, pharmaceutical, chemical, packaging and other industries.
State-of-the-art X-Ray Inspection Systems from Eriez help
ensure product and package integrity by reliably identifying
contaminants, scanning for missing or broken products, detecting
packing voids, confirming fill levels and controlling product
and package mass and fat analysis.
To help users better understand how X-Rays are used for
product inspection, below, Eriez addresses some frequently
asked questions.
What are X-Rays?
X-Rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation, somewhat
like light but of shorter radiation and with the
ability to penetrate solids and ionize gases.
How do X-Rays work?
In the simplest terms, X-Rays penetrate an object only as
deep as its density. Thus, a less dense object is reached
by fewer X-Rays and a denser object is reached by more X-Rays.
This provides the ability to
detect areas of unlike density or composition.
What Capabilities Do Eriez X-Ray Systems Provide?
Eriez X-Ray Inspection Systems ensure product and package
integrity by reliably identifying contaminants, scanning
for missing or broken products, detecting packing voids,
confirming fill levels and controlling product and package
mass and fat analysis.
What are some additional benefits of utilizing X-Ray
Technology?
X-Ray Inspection systems help customers meet food safety
guidelines and ensure HACCP compliance.
How do X-Ray Systems Complement Metal Detectors?
Many food and pharmaceutical manufacturers utilize foil
packaging. While it is not possible to use metal
detectors to inspect these types of finished products, X-Ray
Systems offer an effective inspection solution.
Are X-Ray Systems Safe?
Eriez X-Ray Systems are fundamentally safe for people and
products. However, there are important safety guidelines
that should be followed to ensure the highest level of safety.
For complete safety information on Eriez X-Ray systems,
contact Eriez.
