VMV

VMV's Apollo System is a high speed optical sorter that uses high-resolution cameras and advanced inspection algorithms to provide 100% inspection of product streams to detect and separate foreign matter. The system uses advanced, leading edge technology to deliver the most effective solutions for processors in the food industry.

Features

• High Throughput - With a 700mm viewing width and product flow of 50kg/sec, the Apollo system sorts produce at one of the highest capacities available.
• Colour Processing - Colour processing using multiple defect classes allows the Apollo system to detect a wide range of very subtle colour defects with exceptional precision. Moreover, it simultaneously detects varying sizes of defects. This greatly increases the range of defects and foreign material that the Apollo system can remove.
• Captures a history of defective products for analysis
• Uses a robust, fully scalable IP-based architecture
• Intuitive touch-screen menu navigation
• Easy product changeover - The Apollo system can be easily configured for different product modes, so there are no hidden costs for additional software.
  
• Provides real-time statistical data (reports, charts, graphics) supporting analysis of production efficiency
• Multilevel security
• Modular design allowing for easy maintenance

Benefits

• Safe food, Clean food - Unlike many optical sorters that do not detect unfamiliar foreign materials, the Apollo system rejects all items not specified as acceptable. This leads to increased safety of produce and increases yield significantly.
• Reduces labour costs – by eliminating the need for manual inspection and incubation
• Recognizes and rejects defective seals without manual intervention
• Identify issues on-line thus improving reactivity and traceability
• High speed, non contact inspection; no product handling required
• Constant feedback to the process operators