Inspira ITPS with QC
The stand will also highlight some of Ishida ’ s other latest developments in weighing , packing and quality control solutions .
Ishida IX-G2-F multihead weigher , emphasising the breadth of Ishida ’ s offering in this sector ; and two X-ray inspection systems from its extensive quality control solutions portfolio .
The Inspira iTPS combines the company ’ s top-of-the range RV multihead weigher with its high-performance Inspira rotary bagmaker . The system delivers almost zero giveaway and greater than 99 % efficiency at speeds of up to 200 bags per minute ( bpm ) for extruded snacks and up to 150 bpm for potato chips . Advanced software and servo-controlled variable seal time , jaw temperature and jaw pressure enable the bagmaker to handle a variety of films , including standard , metallised , recyclable and biodegradable , as well as gusseted and block bottom bags , with minimal change parts .
The Inspira comes equipped with Ishida ’ s proven iTPS™ software which facilitates full integration with other Ishida weighing and inspection systems . It is being shown with an integrated Ishida TSC sealtester and force balance checkweigher to offer a high-speed solution for leak detection , fill level monitoring and pack weight control . In addition , the TSC sealtester is specified with AAF ( Auto Air-Fill ) feedback software that automatically monitors and adjusts the pack inflation level on the bagmaker .
Inspira rotary back of machine
Ishida ’ s CHW-214 multihead weigher offers an entry level option that is ideal for growing food businesses who are looking to expand their capacity and harness automation for the first time . It delivers excellent value and a fast return on investment , typically achieving payback within one year . The weigher can handle dry , free flowing products such as snacks , cereals , biscuits , confectionery and pasta , at speeds of up to 90 packs per minute .
The two advanced Ishida X-ray inspection systems offer food manufacturers powerful quality control and food safety solutions . The IX-G2-F Dual Energy can reliably detect low-density wish , rib and fan bones in unpacked chicken fillets at up to 400 per minute . The machine can also carry out detection in uneven and overlapping products , reducing product waste by minimising false detection .
The Ishida IX-GN-4044-S provides best-in-class foreign body detection and quality control for a wide range of packed and unpacked products , ensuring unrivalled food safety and brand protection . The machine can identify a large variety of foreign bodies such as aluminium , tin , glass , stone , hard rubber , dense plastic , Teflon , PVC , bones and shells at high inspection speeds , while Ishida ’ s Genetic Algorithm ( GA ) technology enables operators to optimise the X-ray system for greater sensitivity to specific foreign bodies .
Other quality control functions available on the machine include counting components , weight estimation , and spotting missing or broken items , product voids and deformations .
Both X-ray systems come with Ishida ’ s comprehensive service package , that delivers a guaranteed Total Cost of Ownership of less than 3 % per annum over a five-year period .
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