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GP Bulk-Flow X-Ray Inspection Systems

GP series bulk-flow x-ray inspection systems provide the highest levels of contaminant inspection for harvested products, including nuts, beans, grains, fruits, grains, etc. Using a high-precision air blast rejection system, the GP series precisely removes the smallest contaminants with minimal product waste. Read More
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TDI Packsys GP series bulk-flow x-ray inspection systems are engineered to provide the highest levels of contaminant inspection for harvested products, including nuts, beans, grains, fruits, grains, etc. Using a high-precision 72-nozzle air blast rejection system, the GP series precisely removes the smallest contaminants with minimal product waste.

Innovative artificial intelligence algorithms expand the detectability range, and allow for the reliable detection of wooden sticks, shells, and other low-density or organic foreign bodies. Not only can the GP series inspect for foreign materials, but it also uses the latest technology to detect hollow products, holes caused by pests, and organic material of the same density as the product.

Applications

The GP Series is an ideal option for the inspection of flowing product prior to final packaging, including seeds, nuts, fruit, cereals and many other products. Also a good choice for industrial product inspection, including plastic resins for food packaging, and even rubber pellets. With the ability to inspect up to 40,000 lbs an hour while maintaining maximum performance and sensitivity, the GP series of x-ray inspection systems is the complete solution for bulk-product inspection. 

In addition to the advanced standard features, each GP series x-ray inspection system is customized to meet the unique requirements of each product and process. Choose the rejecter configuration that best suits your budget and product waste requirements. Our single-flap rejecter offers an economical contaminant rejection option, while our 32-channel air rejecter will eliminate contaminants with exceptionally low product loss. Don’t risk the quality of your harvested goods next season – allow the GP series from TDI Packsys to do the hard work for you, providing the absolute best in removal of foreign materials for your process. 

Product Highlights

  • Optimized Generator and Detector Configuration
  • X-ray generator and detector installation positions are positioned toward the product flow direction. The distance between detection and rejection is minimized, ensuring the highest rejection accuracy level, even at the maximum speed of 120 meters per minute.
  • The distance between the product infeed port and detection zone is increased, ensuring product has ample space to spread and settle for optimum inspection performance.
  • The distance between the detection and reject zones is reduced, minimizing the probability of unstable product motion after detection, greatly improving the rejection accuracy.
  • Internal Nut Defect Detection and Removal – Able to identify and remove nuts that have internal defects, such as shrinkage or decay.
  • 0.4mm Time Delay Integration detectors for industry leading inspection performance – Find contaminants as small as 0.3mm.
  • Water and dust proof IP67 LED tunnel lighting for viewing of the internal running operation during active inspection.
  • Checkerboard tunnel surface reduces potential of residue buildup, as well as minimizing the belt contact area and motor load, extending the life of both the conveyor belt and motor.
  • 72-nozzle air jet rejection system results in the smallest possible product waste or rework and the highest level of contaminant rejection accuracy.
  • Superior Pre-Packaging Detection – Inspects nuts, grains, corn, raisins, sunflower seeds,beans, frozen fruits and more.
  • Extended Drive Platform – Allows material to pass through the inspection tunnel smoothly for improved detection capability
  • Improved Sensitivity – advanced CPU processing technology and a high energy x-ray generator
  • Faster and Improved Production Output – Max. 120m/min belt speed
  • Increased Rejecter Accuracy and Reduced Waste/Rework – High-speed air valve and 72-nozzle air jet rejection system

Changing the Scope of What X-Ray Can Detect

New Artificial Intelligence Algorithms  

New AI algorithms open the door of detectability on x-ray systems, and allow for reliable detection of sticks, shells, wood and other low-density or organic foreign bodies.

Sticks and other pieces of organic material are able to be detected and rejected even when the inspected product is also organic and of similar density.

Standard Features

Each of our X-ray systems come with the training, service and support your staff needs — TDI Packsys is with you every step of the way to make sure you are 100% satisfied. Additionally, TDI Packsys provides annual testing, certification and maintains FDA registration to ensure your system remains in complete and continual compliance with all applicable regulations.

  • Full Range of Detection – Metallic and non-metallic contaminants including glass, ceramic, stone, bone, hard rubber and hard plastic.
  • Metal sensitivities to 0.3mm stainless steel; 0.2mm x 2mm steel wire
  • Defect Inspection – Detects breakage, displacement and cracks.
  • Easy to Use and Clean – Intuitive Windows®-based user interface, simple assembly and disassembly.
  • Does not require an operator to monitor for contaminants – System will automatically identify and, when paired without optional rejection conveyor, remove any packages suspected of having contaminants.
  • Flexible – Suitable for a wide range of product types and package formats.
  • Customizable Programming – TDI Packsys x-ray systems use proprietary software which allows custom generator strength, speed, and algorithms for each program.
  • Windows-Based Software – Easily navigated Windows-based software allows the user to quickly change between programs. A real-time image of the current product allows operators to quickly locate and identify contaminants.
  • Detailed Data Logs – TDI Packsys x-rays provide detailed logs on production rates, times and contamination %s which can be easily accessed on the HMI or downloaded via ethernet or USB.
  • Unmatched Performance – Get the best contaminant detection on the market, down to 0.3mm.
  • Remote technical and programming support to maximize uptime and performance
  • Password restricted operator / administrator access

All X-ray inspection systems use componentry from global market leaders, including VJT, Siemens, and Schneider. Each unit is constructed of 304 stainless steel with a stunning mirror finish (optional sand blasted finish). X-ray Inspection systems from TDI Packsys can be used in virtually any environment, and all areas are rated for full wash down with our IP69K option. 

Why We Are the Best

TDI Packsys offers the most precise x-ray inspection systems on the market. When your application requires an exceptional level of metal detection sensitivity, or the ability to detect non-metallic contaminants such as bone, stone or even glass, then pharmaceutical or food x-ray inspection equipment is a necessity.

TDI Packsys offers a wide variety of systems that deliver best-in-class performance at a tremendous value. No other provider can match the level of safety and quality of inspection systems that TDI Packsys delivers. Our machines also provide a higher level of quality and performance features, such as unique triple-beam x-ray detection, for incredibly precise three-dimensional inspection.

If you are interested in seeing the superior performance of x-ray inspection systems from TDI Packsys, we offer free, no-obligation validation testing of your exact products and any contaminant samples you would like tested, in addition to our standard certified contaminant sample set. We simulate your exact production conditions and will provide photos, videos, and a formal report on the sensitivities you would be able to achieve with a TDI Packsys x-ray. Reach out today to get your validation test scheduled and see the real difference of TDI Packsys x-rays.

FAQs

The use of x-ray inspection is incredibly safe. Ambient x-ray emissions are less than 1 microsievert per hour, well below FDA standards. Both software and hardware are equipped with extensive safeguards, which constantly inspect the machine’s state, and prevent accidental emissions caused by operator error or system malfunction. For example, if the operator accidentally opens an access panel during operation, x-ray generation is stopped immediately. All TDI Packsys x-rays are FDA certified, and are compliant with all UK, EU and FDA regulations to ensure safe use. Radiation from TDI Packsys x-rays is produced by an electronic generator, rather than a radioactive material, which means there is no radiation being produced when the system is not running. During operation, radiation levels produced are incredibly low, and our intelligent body design and use of protective curtains in the product tunnel keep radiation to less than 1/5th the FDA allowable limit. Products inspected by x-ray systems remained unaltered after inspection, and are 100% safe for use or consumption. With the numerous safety features and redundancies, operating an x-ray inspection system is 100% safe for both people and products.

X-ray inspection systems work by producing beams of high frequency electromagnetic radiation (x-rays) in a generator. These beams are then directed at a desired target, which will absorb some of the rays while allowing others to pass through. On the opposite side of the target from the generator sits a detector which then reads the EM waves that make it through the target.

The higher the density/larger the size of the product, the less radiation will pass through. The result is an image produced by the detector which details the high and low density areas throughout the target. This is the same principle seen when making shadow puppets on a wall. Some light is blocked by the puppet, and the resulting shadow gives detail on the shape of the puppet. With x-rays, that detail is also internal.

The main difference between metal detectors and x-ray inspection systems is in the methodology of how each machine inspects for foreign materials. Metal detection relies on conductivity to locate stainless, ferrous and non-ferrous metals in product, while x-ray uses density differences between the product and foreign bodies to perform inspection. X-ray technology allows for a far greater range of foreign materials to be detected, including metal, glass, stone, bone, rubber, gasket (both metal detectable and non-metal detectable), plastic, and various other mid and high-density items. As a general rule of thumb, x-ray inspection systems are able to detect contaminants at a much smaller size than metal detectors.

Some products are limited by their composition and packaging with which inspection systems can be used. Products with metallic packaging, such as those with metallized foil, cannot be accurately inspected with a metal detector, and require the use of an x-ray system. The best way to determine which option is best for your application is to receive a consultation or free, no-obligation validation testing. We can test your exact product on a variety of different systems using certified test cards, or foreign material samples you provide, to offer you a formal report on the capabilities and expected performance of each type of technology. At TDI Packsys, we believe validation testing on your specific products is an integral step in choosing the right system for your needs.

No PPE is required to be worn while operating x-ray inspection systems from TDI Packsys. The use of lead lining and protective curtains in the x-ray mitigates radiation from the generator, allowing only a fraction of the radiation used in inspection to exit the system. The FDA regulates these systems, and has set a standard of 5 μSv/hour as the safe level of radiation. X-ray systems from TDI Packsys emit doses of less than 1 μSv an hour, well below the FDA allowable limit. Every day, we are exposed to background radiation naturally produced by the sun and various environmental factors. Each year, the average person is exposed to 2,400 μSv of this background radiation, a higher dose than you would get standing next to an active x-ray inspection system for more than 3 months straight.

Food products inspected by x-ray remain unchanged. Because the radiation used in x-ray inspection systems is comparatively low to the natural background radiation found in every setting, there is no change to the nature of the product during x-ray inspection. There is also no possibility of the product itself becoming radioactive. The process by which stable compounds become radioactive is known as activation, and can only be caused by neutron radiation, a specific type of radiation that isn’t used for x-ray inspection. The type of radiation used by x-ray inspection systems is actually a type of light, with a wavelength longer than the visible light we are able to see. Because of this, exposure to the x-rays inside an inspection system is similar to taking a photo with the flash on: the product is quickly illuminated, but remains completely the same once the exposure is finished.
X-ray systems from TDI Packsys are able to detect a range of materials in clean products, including stainless steel, ferrous metal, nonferrous metal, glass, ceramic, stones, bone, rubber, gasket (both metal detectable and non), plastics, and some organic materials. The exact size and range of materials able to be detected by x-ray varies by product type and specific process, and our formal no-obligation validation test is the best way to determine what is possible for your products. TDI Packsys consistently detects materials and sizes that other vendors cannot. For more information on what can be detected in your process, contact us for a free consultation or a validation test.
While all x-ray equipment utilizes the same advanced technology to inspect products, the actual components used and the size of the equipment has a significant impact on the price of the x-ray system. Stronger generators, higher configuration detectors, and more advanced software will all increase the cost of an x-ray system. For products that are low format and don’t need the same power as other, denser packages, TDI Packsys proudly offers our XE series of economical x-rays that start around $38,000. These systems, while being economically priced, still offer exceptional sensitivities on all the same foreign material types as our other x-ray systems. Like all industrial equipment, if specific construction is required to raise the IP rating for washdown environments, or to modify the integration of the system, you can expect to see a marginal increase in price. The easiest way to determine exactly how much the right x-ray system would cost for your specific application is to contact us for a no-obligation consultation and system proposal.

Spec Table

Name

GP Bulk Flow X-Ray Inspection System

Model

XR-4080GP

X-Ray Tube

MAX 80kV, 210W

Inspection Width

400mm (15.75 in)

Inspection Height

50mm (1.97 in)

Detection Sensitivity (without product)

SUS304 Φ 0.3mm

SUS wire Φ 0.2mm

Glass (soda lime) Φ 1.0mm

Ceramic Φ 1.0 mm

Conveyor Speed

10 – 120 meters / minute

Conveyor Maximum Load

25 kg

Display Screen

Full-color TFT 17″ Touch Screen

Operating System

Windows 7

Connectivity

USB and Ethernet

Product Management

Complete production log

Image Management

Save/Print/Analyze

Parameter Adjustment

Auto or manual programming

Power

220V, Single Phase, 15 amp

Construction

SUS 304

IP Rating

67 (wash down for tunnel/conveyor)

Temperature Control

Industrial Air Conditioned

Protection

Removable protective curtain

Operating Temperature Range

0 – 40°C

Operating Humidity Range

30 – 90%

X-ray Ambient Emissions

Less than 1.0 micro-Sievert per hour



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