Detection of low-density contaminants was even more graphically illustrated in tests using a 500 gram bag of pasta :
Contaminant type |
Size detected with single energy x-ray |
Size detected with DXD or DXD + |
Aluminium |
3 mm |
2 mm |
Low Mineral Glass |
3 mm |
2 mm |
Rubber |
6 mm |
5 mm |
Note that the test results are dependent on individual applications and results presented above are for guidance purposes only |
The advanced detector technology is available in two versions , giving customers two levels of dual energy x-ray performance :
DXD : enhanced x-ray performance at a competitive price ; can operate in the same environments as single energy solutions and can be used with line speeds typically up to 100 meters per minute .
DXD +: premium detector technology for the most challenging applications ; collects more data about the product being inspected , and advanced image analysis software provides clearer images with much higher resolution ; DXD + can be used with line speeds typically up to 45 meters per minute .
“ DXD and DXD + provide unprecedented levels of detection in the most challenging applications our customers face . The benefits are both economic and reputational : they can better protect the integrity of their products and their brand , while also reducing cost and wastage through improved False Reject Rates and less product throwaway .”
Gareth Jones , Head of Engineering for Product Inspection
DXD and DXD + dual energy detectors can now be specified with new purchases of METTLER TOLEDO X36 X-ray systems . Only a small amount of extra operator training is required due to automatic job set-up and the similarities between the Advanced Material Discrimination software and the ContamPlus™ software that is familiar to existing METTLER TOLEDO x-ray users .
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