Aicon Bulk


The ideal X-ray inspection system for the inspection of bulk products

The Aicon Bulk system has been designed for the X-ray inspection of bulk products, unpackaged or conveyed loose, such as dried fruit and nuts, cereals, vegetables, fruit or other granular foods. Thanks to its advanced image processing technology, the Aicon Bulk series ensures accurate detection of contaminants and effective protection of the product before packaging, reducing the risk of damage to equipment downstream on the line. The system is able to detect metals, glass, stones, calcified bone, Teflon, ceramics and dense plastics, guaranteeing a high level of product safety and quality. Its modular architecture and robust stainless steel structure also make it ideal for demanding production environments. Thanks to the ability to identify contaminants before packaging, Aicon Bulk X-ray inspection systems make it possible to prevent recalls, complaints and line stoppages, ensuring a consistent standard of product quality.
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The Main Benefits

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High throughput capacity: up to 7,500 kg/hour with conveyor speeds reaching 110 m/min (depending on the application).

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Dual Energy Imaging (optional): uses two different X-ray energies to distinguish materials with similar densities, improving accuracy in the detection of contaminants.

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Low false reject rate (FRR): the optimised algorithm reduces unjustified rejects, improving productivity.

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X-ray systems for inspection and control: what you need to know

Technical Specifications

  • Description
  • Bulk range
  • Aicon Bulk XR-250
  • Aicon Bulk XR-350
  • Aicon Bulk XR-450
  • Aicon Bulk XR-550
Description

Effective, reliable detection
Guarantees a high probability of detection (POD) across a wide range of contaminants, including low-density ones.

Application versatility
Suitable for many types of product – irregular, overlapping or granular – thanks to the various image processing algorithms.

High performance
Thanks to 10 Gb/s data processing, the system maintains high throughput even on the fastest lines.

Sustainability and efficiency
Low-consumption technology reduces environmental impact and operating costs.

Complete traceability
All inspection data is archived and can be consulted for audits or quality checks.

Bulk range
Detector resolution 0.4 mm – 0.8 mm – Dual Energy or 0.1 mm photon counting detector (AICON PCT™)
X-ray generator 35-760 kV /7.0-8.0 mA, max. 500 W
Number of scanning beams 1
Beam direction Vertical
X-ray emission 7 µSv/h, the product complies with the requirements of EU legislation
Working environment Temperature: o – 45°C, humidity: 30 – 95% non-condensing
Cooling method Dry air cooling system
Protection rating IP65 (IP69K optional)
Structure material Sandblasted stainless steel l.4301 (AISI 304)
Display 77″ TFT LCD touchscreen display
Operating system Windows 70 Enterprise
Software AiSoft
Product program memory 7000
Disk space 500 GB, expandable
Communication interfaces 70/700/7000 mbps Ethernet card, USB 3.0
Air requirement Min . 6 bar for the pneumatic rejectors
Power supply Single-phase 230 VAC +/-70%, 76 A protection
Aicon Bulk XR-250
Performance ≤ 770 m/min, 5250 kg/h*
Detection range 250mm
Dimensions 7870mm x 896mm x 2295mm (Lx Wx H)

*Performance depends on the density of the bulk product, the thickness of the product layer and the device model.

Aicon Bulk XR-350
Performance ≤ 770 m/min, 7500 kg/h*
Detection range 350mm
Dimensions 2354mm x 1024mm x 2393mm (Lx Wx H)

*Performance depends on the density of the bulk product, the thickness of the product layer and the device model.

Aicon Bulk XR-450
Performance ≤ 110 m/min, 9000 kg/h*
Detection range 450mm
Dimensions 2356mm x 1136mm x 2568mm (Lx W x H)

*Performance depends on the density of the bulk product, the thickness of the product layer and the device model.

Aicon Bulk XR-550
Performance ≤ 90 m/min, 10500 kg/h*
Detection range 550mm
Dimensions 2474mm x 7224mm x 2658mm (Lx Wx H)

*Performance depends on the density of the bulk product, the thickness of the product layer and the device model.

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FAQ

Which products can be checked with inspection systems?
Inspection systems can check packaged and bulk foods, beverages, pharmaceutical products, cosmetics and many industrial products.

Which contaminants can inspection systems detect?
They can detect metal contaminants, glass, stones, bone, dense plastics and other foreign bodies.

What is the difference between metal detectors and X-ray systems?
Metal detectors identify metal contaminants, whereas X-ray systems also detect other foreign bodies and product defects.

Can inspection systems be integrated into existing lines?
Yes, they can be integrated into new or already operational production lines.

Do inspection systems guarantee regulatory compliance?
Yes, they help to meet the quality and safety standards required by the industry.

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