Fermata

Overview

The Fermata provides a high resolution X-ray inspection for product conveyed through a pipeline. The Fermata includes a variable diameter inspection pipe assembly for accurate and repeatable inspection of product flow. The high resolution X-ray tubes enable the Fermata to identify small pieces of foreign material, such as bone, metal, glass, and rubber.

The compact inspection assembly installs in a short linear space and can be equipped with a remote monitor to enable installation on pipelines well off the production floor.

The standard Fermata configuration includes a 4 inch diameter inspection pipeline assembly (optional 2, 3 and 6 inch configurations) and positive acting two-way discharge valve assembly with mounting.

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Features

Modular Design

All subsystems have been designed with the maximum system availability, redundancy, and fault tolerance in mind

Real-Time Remote Support

Integrated wireless connectivity allows for secure remote support 24/7 globally. Peco InspX can resolve over 95% of customer issues with our powerful remote diagnostics software

Robust IT Security

Fully integrated end-to-end IT security offerings ensure your networks aren’t vulnerable and are defended from any outside threats. Optional IoT module allows for seamless SCADA integration

Advanced X-ray Tube/Detector Design

High contrast X-ray tube with independent power supply allows for lowest cost of ownership. Detector hardened against wear to maximize the component lifetime

High Speed Operation

High speed image acquisition and processing assures a high resolution inspection at speeds in excess of 600 feet per minute. With a four inch diameter pipe, this translates to inspection processing of greater than 300 gallons per minute

Compact Design

The total linear profile of the Fermata inspection assembly is slightly more than three feet. With the ejection valve assembly mounted immediately downstream of the inspection system, less than 5 feet of linear space is required

Quick Access

The Fermata’s quick access doors and flexible pipeline connections assure convenient access for review of the inspection assembly and cleaning

Typical Applications

Pumped Solids
Slurries and Soups
Pumped Proteins

What Makes Peco Inspx X-ray Systems Different?

Continuous research and development drives engineering excellence for all Peco InspX inspection systems. If you have an application that may benefit from Peco InspX’s inspection expertise, please contact us to learn more about how we can be of assistance. All inspection systems are delivered with four key features:

High Speed Operations
Manufacturers can easily operate at speeds over 1000 containers per minute - Peco InspX offers inspection, checkweighing and fill monitoring capable to match such performance.
Service
Peco InspX strives to deliver the very best service in the industry and the quality of our service is well recognized across our global customer base.
Software
Our inspection and detection software is custom designed constantly enhanced for technical excellence at our R&D facility in Silicon Valley.
Made in America
All systems are manufactured in our newly expanded facility in Modesto, California.

Tech Specs

Technical Information

Architecture
Side view X-ray system
X-ray Tube Configuration
High contrast X-ray tube – single beam
Pipeline Size

Min Diameter: 2 in

Max Diameter: 6 in

Environment
Standard: IP 66/NEMA 4X Optional: IP 69K, Passivation
Throughput Speed
Up to 700 ft/min (230 m/min)
Input Voltage
Available in 120 or 240 VAC options
Air Supply
80 psi @ 5 cfm (for ejection only)
Ambient Temperature
33°F – 113°F (1°C – 45°C)
Air Conditioning
Optional
Diode Size
Configurable to 0.8 mm, 0.4 mm and 0.2 mm
Product Ejection
Integrated three way reject valve
Dimensions (LxDxH)
40 x 43 x 78 in (1,016 x 1,092 x 1,984 mm)
Safety Rating
Redundant – Category 4, Performance Level E
Computer
Solid State Industrial PC with Windows 10 and integrated AV
Connectivity
Integrated WiFi, Ethernet or Cellular Connection
Supported SCADA Systems
Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk, Kepware and other OPC-UA compliant systems
Supported Cloud Platforms
Azure IoT Hub, AWS and Google Cloud via MQTT
Operator Interface
20" wide touchscreen
Construction
Standard: 304 Stainless Steel Optional: 316L/Passivated

Technical Information

Options

Industrial IoT Capabilities

Peco InspX offers industry leading plant connectivity and remote control including:

  • SCADA integration via OPC-UA protocol into Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk, Kepware and all other popular integrated software platforms
  • Native support for Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud via MQTT
    Real time system and performance monitoring of each machine
  • Insight into operational performance bottlenecks
  • Automatic archiving and classification of reject images
  • Optional archiving of all inspection images
Reject Management Package

Reject Management Package include secure options:

  • Lockable reject bin to ensure authorized access to rejected packages
  • Sensors to ensure positive confirmation on expected rejects
  • Sensors to alert on “bin full” condition
  • Air pressure sensor to alert for any out-of-range air supply problems
  • Optional software-controlled lock for user configurable access
Track and Trace Capabilities

In collaboration with industry-leading industrial package printers, Peco InspX offers an end-to-end package tracing system that prints on the inspected container the status (good or bad) of every package to ensure packages are auditable to their inspection results and X-ray image

Full Range of Ejection Options

Peco InspX designs and manufactures a wide range of high performance ejectors and diverters to include single solonoid, multiple solonoid, swing arm, lift gate, drop gate, air blast, flexible rail, guided path, and heavy duty options

RFID Access Control

Support automatic system authentication using customer ID badges. Supports a wide range of standard access protocol frequencies

Remote Operator Console

The remote operator console provides complete system monitoring and control up to 6 meters from the system inspection assembly

Sanitary Design

Can be equipped with an IP69K enclosure for high pressure wash down environments

Will X-ray Work with my Product?

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