a final weight check to ensure that all ingredients in the pot are present . The system incorporates Ishida ’ s Retail Reject Confirmation ( RRC ) software that checks and confirms that any outof-spec products or packs have been successfully removed from the packing line , in line with individual UK retailer quality standards and codes of practice . Two reject bins identify packs rejected by either the X-ray or the checkweigher .
“ The installation and integration with the rest of the line was seamless , and both machines have proved very reliable and easy to operate ,” said Steve Potter .
The Ishida X-ray and checkweigher combination is handling two designs of pot at around 80 packs per minute and is in operation for up to 24 hours a day , five days per week . Importantly for Universal Flexible Packaging , the system has helped to increase efficiencies on the line .
A further benefit of the Ishida IX-EN is its ability to identify other types of foreign bodies , such as glass , ceramics and stones . While it is highly unlikely that such items would be found in the cups , this capability adds a further level of quality assurance to Universal Flexible Packaging ’ s operations in line with its BRC AA * accreditation .
The latest quality control system joins the existing seven multihead weighers and 15 checkweighers currently in operation across Universal Flexible Packaging ’ s two factories in Leicester .
“ Ishida has been a reliable partner for us for many years ,” concluded Steve Potter . “ As well as the quality of the equipment , we know that in the event of a problem or the need for a spare part , we will always receive a fast response . It is reassuring to have a large global company that is still able to deliver a personal , localised service for its customers .”
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