Industry

Dairy

SNB Electronic Services have provided service and calibration for over 20 years to dairy sites across the UK

Dairy production is wide ranging and often subject to harsh clean down procedures. Hygiene control is crucial for equipment on these production lines. When designing equipment for the dairy industry SNB offer tubular frame systems in open access format without panelling. This keeps all surfaces visible and accessible in order to assist with cleaning procedures. It is important to choose the right specification of equipment for these sites as substandard systems will not last in these environments. Taking this into consideration is key when making your decision.

Depending on production specifications the following systems are typically found in these applications;

In-line Metal Detector/ Metal Detector Conveyor System

These systems are typically found near the end of the production process prior to Checkweighing and final packaging.

End of Line Bulk Metal Detector

Bulk Metal Detection Systems are commonly placed after the product has been wrapped and the aperture is usually much larger in size. They can also be found on lines supplying bulk product for further processing elsewhere. Lower levels of detection are normally associated to this type of detector due to the high amplitudes of product signal that the detection systems are required to handle.

Ferrous In Foil (FIF) Metal Detectors

This type of Metal Detector is only used when products are processed or packaged with Aluminium Foil - such as yoghurts. Detection of Ferrous or magnetic metals is all that is possible with this type of Metal Detector. Common grades of Stainless Steel and non-Ferrous metals are not detectable.

Pipeline Metal Detectors

Commonly found after meat pumps and fillers, this type of Metal Detector returns good sensitivity for fluid products. Typically of small footprint, these detectors are normally highly mobile for relocating between lines.

Metal Detector Combination Systems

A popular choice for these industries is to combine the Metal Detection and Checkweighing requirements into a single frame, housing both pieces of equipment. Although this nearly always reduces the space required it carries added risk. Should the Checkweigher suffer a failure, production cannot continue under the temporary acceptance of manual weight checks because the Metal Detector is also taken out of operation. Production would either need to cease until the Combination System can be restarted or stockpiled for future Metal Detection prior to dispatch. Both of these outcomes normally carry high cost implications for businesses.

In-line Checkweigher Systems

As a standalone system, Checkweighers are normally placed after Metal Detectors. Checkweighing is carried out after all processing and packaging is complete. This gives the Checkweigher the ability to calculate accurate totals for batch and shift weights, whilst monitoring that each and every pack falls within the declared weights and tolerances. SNB recommend the use of individual Metal Detection and Checkweigher Systems wherever possible to reduce the risk of production downtime.

Inspection Equipment for Dairy Industry

At SNB, we appreciate the dairy industry faces a few issues regarding product and inspection equipment. Most Dairy factories have a wet, harsh and cold environment where hygiene is crucial. SNB have a range of products and services for all Dairy producers to get the most from their inspection equipment:

Rental Equipment – whether it be short term or long term, SNB have Checkweighers, metal detectors and combination systems available to rent
New Bespoke Units – SNB can build bespoke inspection equipment to suit your factory’s needs
Breakdown Calls, Service & Calibrations – Our three offices across the UK house highly trained and experienced engineers available to attend site
Helpline – SNB have a 24/7 helpline for our customers to access help & information
SME Training – SNB offer a classroom lead course on metal detection principles for operators through to engineers
Upgrades – Our electrical engineers can conduct system upgrades on site or at our Head Office in Sherburn In Elmet