Pipeline X-ray Inspection

The Pipe X-ray design promotes systematic product flow and delivers optimal food contaminant detection by using active product tracking, while reducing the amount of product rejected.

Eagle's Pipe X-ray System
Eagle's Pipe X-ray System
Eagle's Pipe X-ray System
Eagle's X-ray System Pipeline
Eagle's X-ray System Pipeline
Eagle's Pipe X-ray System
Eagle's Pipe X-ray System
Eagle's Pipe X-ray System
Eagle's X-ray System Pipeline
Eagle's X-ray System Pipeline

All the Power of X-ray Analysis

The Pipeline system is designed to specifically address the unique requirements posed by products flowing into a pipe, as well as helping manufacturers comply with stringent HACCP protocols and food safety requirements. The pipe x-ray system inspects pumped product and rejects contaminants prior to packaging or processing. By removing contaminants earlier in the process, it decreases the potential for expensive downtime events caused by contaminants that may damage downstream equipment, such as grinders. 

Its unique manifold design provides a uniform area to maximize detection capabilities at 3” and 4” pipe diameters. 

Benefit from:   

  • Superior contaminant detection  
  • Fewer wasted packaging materials  
  • Less rework
  • Reduced product loss caused by the removal of contaminants after packaging.   
Pipe X-ray

Machine Specifications

Pipeline

  • Inspection Coverage

    3” (76.2 mm) or 4” (101.6 mm) Diameter pipe transitioned to rectangular aperture for uniform inspection coverage

  • Inspection Modes

    Simultaneous inspection modes include contaminant, bone & mass measurement with statistics

  • User Interface & Operating System

    15″ TFT color touch screen; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB with Eagle SimulTask™ 4 PRO Control & Imaging Software; TeamViewer™ service tool for remote machine diagnostics & product set-up services

  • Conveyor Size

    2.5″ (63.5 mm) & 3″ (76.2 mm) Diameter with Q-Line fittings; 4″ (101.6 mm) diameter with Tri-Clamp fittings

  • Reject Mechanism

    24VDC Signal only, 3 port ball valve reject, water jacketed 3 port ball valve reject

  • Speed Range

    Up to 30 MPM (65 FPM), subject to generator & detector used, product type & dimensions

  • X-ray Power

    Single vertical beam; 70W (70kV, 1mA), 84W (70kV, 1.2mA) or 210W (70kV, 3mA)

  • Detector Resolution

    0.4 mm, 0.8 mm, 1.2 mm single energy

  • Communication

    (2) USB 2.0 ports, (1) Ethernet 10/100/1000 mbps port, (1) RS232 serial port; (1) EtherNet/IP Fieldbus interface port optional

  • IP Rating & Machine Finish

    IP65 standard, IP69 optional; Type 304 stainless steel bead blasted finish

  • Radiation Safety

    X-ray emissions <1 uS/hr; compliant to 21 CFR 1020.40, 21 CFR 179.21, & EURATOM ER nationalized standards

  • Electrical Safety

    Compliant with CAT-3 (EN954), PLd (EN13849) safety circuits with system visualization

  • Thermal Management

    Air conditioner thermal management system externally mounted to rear access panel

  • Operating Range

    0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) 25% to 90% relative humidity non-condensing; product temperature must be 87°C (190°F) or less

  • Power Requirements

    230 VAC, +/-10%, Single Phase, 50/60 Hz, 16 Amp Fused

  • Options & Accessories

    Water jacketed pipe manifold, test contaminant catch port, reject actuation sensor; audible & visual alarms; EtherNet/IP interface, TraceServer™ data collection software; remote user interface, hazard based risk assessment

Eagle’s Industries

Red Meat

Poultry

Seafood

Dairy

Fruits & Vegetables

Other Foods

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Red Meat

Poultry Inspection Solutions

Poultry

Seafood Inspection Solutions

Seafood

Dairy Inspection Solutions

Dairy

Fruit & Vegetable Solutions

Fruits & Vegetables

Other Foods Inspection Solutions

Other Foods

Eagle’s Advanced X-ray Technologies & Software

SimulTask™ PRO

TraceServer™

Enhanced Dual Energy

Dual Energy

Fat Analysis

SimulTask™ PRO

TraceServer™

Enhanced Dual Energy

Dual Energy

Fat Analysis

Eagle’s X-ray Capabilities

Pipe X-ray system delivers accurate inspection for processors.

Stone Detection

Reliable stone detection with x-ray inspection technology in bulk applications.

Metal Detection

Capable of metal detection including stainless steel, ferrous and non-ferrous metals in a broad range of applications.

Glass detection

Reduce the risk of costly product recalls, protect consumers and uphold brand integrity with glass-in-glass detection for packaged products.

Bone Detection

Find and reject harmful bone fragments, 2 mm or less, in various meat and seafood applications.

Eagle’s Support

In addition to providing industry-leading technology and unparalleled reliability, Eagle provides highly-responsive support and service coverage globally, through a network of expert partners, supported by a core team of regionally-based Eagle experts.

Eagle Support Services

Industry Resources

Seafood

Advanced X-ray Capabilities for Seafood Inspection

Find smaller contaminants of bone, shell and metal with Eagle’s advanced seafood inspection x-ray solutions.

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Pumped Product Inspection

Eagle’s Pipeline machine catches contaminants early in production, saving costs and minimizing waste.

Seafood
X-ray Inspection of Bulk Cooked Clams

The Eagle™ Pipeline excels at bulk clam inspection, detecting contaminants buried inside the meat of cooked clams.

Seafood
Advanced X-ray Technology for Seafood Inspection

Catch and remove contaminants with advanced seafood inspection technology that delivers enhanced bone, shell and metal detection.

What Our Customers Say

"We were very impressed with Eagle’s on-site service. The team adjusted the equipment to meet our needs perfectly."
 Iglo Food Group
Mr. Arno Strotmann Project Manager
"The x-ray’s software program is very intuitive. It’s simple to set up and program. I learned a great deal from Eagle’s service department on how to run the machine and appreciate their know-how, availability 24/7 and professionalism."
Tim Pheland Process Engineer
"Quality is key for us. Now, thanks to the Eagle Bulk 415 PRO we can totally say our products are contaminant free and we truly believe this will let us keep growing and exploring new markets."
 Higos El Pajarero
Mrs. Fuensanta Carrillo Sales and Marketing Manager, Higos El Pajarero
“When first presented with the idea of inspecting our products using x-ray inspection systems, we doubted that it could help us to improve and assure the quality of their products; now it is a fundamental part inside of our system of quality.”
 Kowi
Ramiro Espinoza Kowi’s Plant Director
"Going forward, any new inspection systems or upgrades to current inspection technologies will be x-ray inspection systems, they are extremely reliable, easy to operate and easy to maintain."
Merrily Blasi Quality Assurance Manager
"These machines do an excellent job of looking for and pinpointing any foreign matter, with instant and easy-to-use metal detection capabilities. And they can be taught and programmed to identify other unwanted substances by measuring product density. "
 Unilever Canada
Galen Sienicki Factory Director
"The Eagle x-ray machine has resulted in a dramatic reduction of bones in our boneless products—basically down to zero. By purchasing a dual-lane system, we’re able to double our output, or run different products at the same time."
 Giannone Poultry
Bruno Giannone Vice-President and CEO
"We chose Eagle’s Pack 430 PRO because of the machine’s software capabilities - in particular, the multitask features which offered more options, compared to competitors’ machines, such as checkweighing."
 Schuman Cheese
Vincent Angiolillo VP Engineering and R&D Strategic Initiatives, Schuman Cheese, Inc.

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