The Seam Inspection module inspects the complete seam around the can. The module is positioned in-line to inspect 100% of the produced cans, non-destructively.

Lab measurements equipment is highly accurate, but based on sampling a selection of the entire production. Because of that defective seams can be detected too late and inconsistently. Or worse; by the customer.

The In-line Seam Inspection module inspects the complete seam around the can. The module is positioned in-line to inspect 100% of the produced cans, non-destructively. Various can sizes and can shapes are inspected without any product handling. The inspection is available for high line speeds.

Functionalities

• Droops
• V-shape, U-shape, Spur, Lipper
• Double ends
• Incomplete seam
• Mismatch
• Wooling and particles from seamer
• Seam dents
• Seam dent plate fracture
• Pulled seam
• Knocked down flange
• Knocked down curl
• Pressed compound
• Cut seam
• Cracked seam
• Torn flange
• Plate fracture in double seam
• And other visible defects

Options

• Empty Can Inspection, for inspection inside and flange of empty cans
• 360° Can Inspection, for inspection of exterior of cans (mixed-up lithograph, damages)
• Code Reading, including ink-jet code, barcode, QR code, OCR code

Features & Benefits

• In-line inspection of seam
• Inspects 100% of the produced cans
• Non-destructive
• No product handling needed
• High speed available (up to 90.000 products per hour)
• Different can sizes and shapes, including round and rectangular cans
• Modular expandable with other inspection modules
• Network connection
• Remote connection
• Storage of statistics and pictures
• Short changeover time
• Simple installation to the line
• Stainless steel hygienic frame
• Very operator friendly user interface
• Easy maintenance due to absence of moving parts
• Mandatory by Canadian Food Inspection
• Complies Canadian Food Inspection Agency for sea food cans
• Hygienic Design
• CE certified