Foodman Fat Analysis X-Ray Inspection System

The Foodman fat analysis X-ray system measures the fat percentage of beef, pork, lamb and poultry inline, in real time, without interrupting production, so that each batch can be checked against its fat or chemical-lean (CL) specification.

In the same pass it weighs the product and checks for contaminants such as bone fragments, metal and glass, combining three quality checks in one machine.

Measurement principle

FDX (Foodman Dual Energy X-ray) technology compares how the meat absorbs two different X-ray energies, giving an accurate fat-to-lean ratio (accuracy better than 1% fat, ±1 CL).

Applications

Fresh, chilled and frozen meat and poultry: hot-boned loose bulk, frozen or tempered unwrapped meat blocks and packed product. Capacity is up to 30 t/h in bulk or 2,400 packages per hour. Different models, window sizes and operating set-ups suit different meat types.

Batch control and integration

Fat data is shown on screen as the product moves along the belt and can be passed to the factory control system for bin sorting and batch control. This lets processors monitor suppliers' fat/lean ratios, standardise raw material, reduce lean giveaway and rework, and produce custom visual reports. The compact design with adjustable belt height and angle fits into existing lines. Hygienic, easy-clean design with remote assistance.