Foreign Object Detection in Snacks and Crackers

FOREIGN BODY DETECTION FOR SNACKS, COOKIES AND CRACKERS

Pure Snacking Delight

Whether it's crispy crackers, delicate cookies, or savory snacks, quality and safety must be the top priority in production. Sesotec's metal detectors and X-ray systems detect even the smallest contaminants, ensuring the highest quality standards for your products – and delivering a taste experience that keeps your customers coming back for more.

The Most Common Foreign Bodies in Snacks, Cookies, and Crackers

Metal Wear in Conveyor Lines

Even the tiniest metal particles from raw material transport pose a risk to consumer safety and product quality

Metal Wear from Processing Machines

During continuous operation, friction can cause tiny metal shavings or particles to detach from machines and end up in the final product.

Machine Breakdown

Damage or fractures in processing machines can introduce large metal or plastic parts into the production flow, jeopardizing product quality.

Operator Items

Pens or screws can accidentally fall into the production line by the operating staff.

Metal Wear in Conveyor Lines

Even the tiniest metal particles from raw material transport pose a risk to consumer safety and product quality

Metal Wear from Processing Machines

During continuous operation, friction can cause tiny metal shavings or particles to detach from machines and end up in the final product.

Machine Breakdown

Damage or fractures in processing machines can introduce large metal or plastic parts into the production flow, jeopardizing product quality.

Operator Items

Pens or screws can accidentally fall into the production line by the operating staff.

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Snacks? Safety First!

X-ray Inspection
Metal Detection
Magnetic Systems

X-ray Inspection

Our X-ray inspection systems ensure the highly precise detection of foreign bodies such as stones, metal shavings, or plastic during the production of snacks, cookies, and crackers.

Metal Detection

Sesotec metal detection systems reliably identify metallic contaminants in snacks, cookies, and crackers.

Magnetic Systems

Sesotec's magnetic systems effectively eliminate metallic contaminants like iron filings from snacks, cookies, and crackers.

Where Do Snack Manufacturers Use Our Equipment?

Our metal detectors and X-ray systems are primarily used at the end of production for final quality assurance after packaging.

Thanks to our modular approach, these systems can be customized for a wide range of applications.

Chips

During the processing of potatoes into chips, foreign bodies like small stones, metal particles, or plastic residues can enter the products. Detection is crucial for quality and safety.

Nachos

Nachos are made from cornmeal and processed through various machinery steps. During these stages, small foreign bodies can enter the product. Detecting them ensures consistently high product quality.

Cookies of All Kinds

In cookie production, numerous raw materials like flour, sugar, and fats are processed, which may contain foreign bodies such as stones, metal shavings, or glass fragments. Detection technology is essential to identify these and ensure a safe final product.

Rusk

Rusk production involves multiple stages, utilizing machines and conveyor systems. Occasionally, foreign bodies like metal shavings or machine fragments can enter the product, which can be precisely detected and removed.

Pretzel Sticks

During the rolling and baking of pretzel sticks, there is a risk of foreign bodies like metal particles or packaging remnants entering the production process. Detection systems provide the necessary safety.

Chips

During the processing of potatoes into chips, foreign bodies like small stones, metal particles, or plastic residues can enter the products. Detection is crucial for quality and safety.

Nachos

Nachos are made from cornmeal and processed through various machinery steps. During these stages, small foreign bodies can enter the product. Detecting them ensures consistently high product quality.

Cookies of All Kinds

In cookie production, numerous raw materials like flour, sugar, and fats are processed, which may contain foreign bodies such as stones, metal shavings, or glass fragments. Detection technology is essential to identify these and ensure a safe final product.

Rusk

Rusk production involves multiple stages, utilizing machines and conveyor systems. Occasionally, foreign bodies like metal shavings or machine fragments can enter the product, which can be precisely detected and removed.

Pretzel Sticks

During the rolling and baking of pretzel sticks, there is a risk of foreign bodies like metal particles or packaging remnants entering the production process. Detection systems provide the necessary safety.

Across the Entire Production Line

From goods receipt to production to dispatch—our metal detection and X-ray inspection systems ensure maximum product purity and safe food production at every stage.

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CERTIFICATIONS AND AUDITS

Effective foreign body detection is a crucial quality factor in snack, cookie, and cracker production, especially concerning certifications and audits. Reliable foreign body detection is key to maintaining hygiene standards and meeting quality requirements in line with international standards like IFS or BRC.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Laws such as EU Regulation 178/2002 and national food laws require snack, cookie, and cracker producers to implement effective measures to prevent contamination. Non-compliance can lead to recalls, fines, or loss of operating licenses.

CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS

Customers rightly demand the highest level of product safety and quality from snacks, cookies, and crackers. Consumers and trade partners increasingly require guaranteed standards, and even the slightest contamination can permanently damage brand trust.

PROTECTION AGAINST RECALLS AND DAMAGES

Snack, cookie, and cracker producers must minimize all risks of recalls, reputational damage, and legal consequences.

Rest easy knowing our quality control systems are backed by such an exceptional partner.

Nigel Cranston, Managing Director at 180 Degrees in New Zealand
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