X-ray container inspection system for beverages
In beverage production, ensuring product integrity is crucial, especially when dealing with opaque containers such as glass bottles, cans, and PET containers. Traditional camera-based inspection systems often fail to detect issues within these opaque materials, which can lead to quality control challenges.
Inspect containers with imaging x-ray technology
The Linatronic 774-X from Krones is a smart and reliable inspection system designed for full containers, capable of handling both transparent and opaque products. Utilizing advanced imaging X-ray technology, it inspects the container bases with precision that traditional camera systems lack. This X-ray based inspection is highly effective for a wide range of products, including beer, water, carbonated soft drinks, and juice drinks. The system supports containers made from glass, metal, and PET, regardless of whether they are labeled or unlabeled. It operates efficiently with standard transport chains and features shared rejection capabilities to track and remove faulty containers post-filling and labeling. With an output rate of 10 to 120 meters per minute and a minimal container gap requirement of 2 millimeters, the Linatronic 774-X provides high-speed, reliable inspection at a relatively low investment and operating cost.
Benefits
- Reliable detection in opaque containers
- Cost-effective alternative to camera systems
- Inspection speed up to 120 meters per minute
- Minimal maintenance with long-life transport chains
- Shared rejection after filling and labeling