News | July 7, 2009

Integrated Solution To Product Inspection XS2 CombiChecker™ By Mettler-Toledo Hi-Speed

Source: Mettler-Toledo Hi-Speed

Mettler-Toledo Hi-Speed, the worldwide leader of in-line checkweighers, is pleased to introduce the new XS2 CombiChecker™, a compact, three-conveyor Hi-Speed checkweigher and Safeline metal detector integrated onto one free standing unit. The system delivers an integrated, space-saving solution for inspecting lightweight products and packages in dry, dusty, and wipe down environments with the reliability, high performance and precision that you expect from Mettler-Toledo.

The XS2 CombiChecker™ reliably detects and rejects all types of metals and can weigh, classify and segregate uniformly spaced packages weighing up to 600 grams at rates up to 400 packs per minute with tremendous accuracy.

The Hi-Speed XS2 CombiChecker™ weigh conveyor uses proven Mettler-Toledo precision electromagnetic force restoration weigh cell technology and balanced pulleys for high precision, high accuracy dynamic weighing. Its award winning 15" dashboard style color touch screen controller is integrated into the electronics enclosure and is angled for glare free viewing. It provides the ultimate in user friendly system configuration, line monitoring, and security features.

The main screen presents current process information in a well organized and easy to read layout featuring individual fields for current package weight and description, weight zone classification with zone totals, statistical information, system status and an informative message center. With just one touch the main screen will change to a full size display of the current package weight – a handy feature for "at a glance" monitoring of the packaging process.

User access to critical menu functions can be controlled though a multi-level password protected security feature. Package parameters – including target weight zones, package information and package rates – can be entered and stored for up to 200 individual packages. Package changeover is a simple three-step process using the touch screen control.

The Safeline metal detector is available with single or dual frequency models for maximum inspection flexibility for a wide range of products and delivers high sensitivity to all types of metal, even the difficult-to-detect stainless steel. The user-friendly interface provides for quick operator training for maximum uptime and built-in performance verification software allows for efficient Quality Control procedures.

The frame is constructed modular stainless steel and anodized aluminum. Its individual conveyors feature "no tools" simplicity for inspection, cleaning and belt replacement for maximum uptime. The four stainless steel feet are adjustable allowing the overall machine height to be fine-tuned. This enables precise alignment to existing delivery and take-a-way conveyor elevations for quick and easy installation and minimal downtime.

In order to further simplify line integration and deliver packages to the weigh conveyor timed and spaced for optimal system accuracy and performance, auxiliary in-feed and discharge conveyors can be mounted directly to the XS CombiChecker™ frame or on free standing modules to provide the optimal spacing.

The Hi-Speed XS2 CombiChecker™ delivers the ultimate inspection solution for tight spaces. Safety, production monitoring and additional connectivity options make it the perfect choice for efficiently managing packaging processes. With its award winning color touch screen control, patented metal detection capability, and an expansive selection of useful options, the XS2 CombiChecker™ is possibly the most versatile package inspection system available today.

About Mettler-Toledo Hi-Speed
Mettler-Toledo Hi-Speed is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mettler-Toledo Inc., a global supplier of precision instruments with sales and service locations in 37 countries. The Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection Division, including the companies Hi-Speed and Safeline, is the world's leading supplier of in-line checkweighers, metal detectors, and x-ray inspection systems. Industries including food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical chemical and personal care use our solutions to continuously improve the quality of their products and improve the efficiency of their manufacturing and packaging processes.

SOURCE: Mettler-Toledo Hi-Speed