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Application Guide

Detecting Glass in Pasta Sauce Jars

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Application Overview

Food manufacturers producing sauces and similar products in glass jars face a critical challenge: detecting glass contaminants that may accidentally enter the product during filling, capping, or transport. Traditional inspection methods often fall short, particularly when it comes to identifying glass in glass, due to the inherent difficulty of distinguishing foreign material from the container itself.

Inspection Challenge

In high-volume production environments, the inspection system must not only identify contaminants but do so without compromising line speed or throughput. One of the most difficult inspection zones is the punt, or base indentation of a glass jar, which creates a natural blind spot for single-angle X-ray or vision systems. Without reliable inspection, the risk to consumer safety and brand integrity increases significantly.

The Solution: The ScanTrac Trio X-ray System

To meet this challenge, manufacturers are turning to Peco InspX’s ScanTrac Trio, a high-speed, three-beam X-ray inspection system built specifically for the glass-in-glass problem.

Multi-Beam Design
With three X-ray beams, the system captures images from multiple angles, effectively "seeing around" the punt and other structural features of the jar that might conceal contaminants.
Glass Fragment Detection
The system is optimized to detect fragments that settle at the bottom of the jar, where contaminants commonly settle in low density products like sauces.
AI and Machine Learning
Peco InspX systems use advanced algorithms to learn the exact shape and expected density profile of each jar. Any deviation from that profile, caused by a foreign object or container defect, is automatically flagged and rejected.
High-Speed Performance
The system is engineered to operate at full line speeds, ensuring no compromise between safety and efficiency.

Who is Peco InspX?

Peco InspX is a leading global provider of high-speed, high-precision X-ray inspection solutions for the food and beverage industries. Proudly manufacturing all equipment in the United States, Peco InspX ensures unmatched lead times and reliable supply chains. Their cutting-edge technology helps manufacturers maintain safety and quality while keeping operations efficient and seamless.