SiftAI® FM Foreign Material Detection System for Food Production
Improve the Safety, Consistency, and Quality of Food Products
Leveraging artificial intelligence, the SiftAI® FM Foreign Material Detection System is engineered specifically for hunting down things that don't belong. The detection systems are integrated into existing processes to automatically remove the foreign material from the production line or inspect incoming raw ingredients. SiftAI® FM systems are trusted by food producers and packers worldwide for identifying defects in free-flowing materials. SiftAI® FM is a complementary system to traditional foreign material detection technologies like X-rays and metal detectors. Each system is integrated into existing processes to detect foreign objects in free-flowing product, especially traditionally challenging materials.
Features
- Unrivalled precision & accuracy
- Dual-gasket IP69K-rated stainless steel enclosure for full wash down sanitary production environments.
- Advanced technology accommodates natural and organic variations
- Based on AI and Machine Learning technology
- Detect virtually any foreign material
- Best model performance - regular model updating
- System software generates real-time data for operator and QA review.
- Small footprint
Benefits
- Built for sanitary processing environments: Enable AI-powered inspection without adjusting cleaning procedures.
- Identify challenging foreign materials: Accurately detects visible high- and low-density objects like plastic, cardboard, rubber, wood, indigenous materials, and objects that are typically challenging for other detection methods.
- Improved product quality and yield: Allows processors to operate at higher throughput and detection accuracy compared to human-only inspection.
Applications
SiftAI® FM can be applied to any food manufacturing category. Whatever product you deliver, SiftAI® FM can improve the safety and consistency of your lines. Don't let foreign material go undetected in your facility!
Typical Applications
- Beef Processing
- Poultry Processing
- Shrimp
- Other Fish & Meat Products
- Potatoes
- Fruits & Veggies
- Nuts & seeds
- Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) ingredients, e.g.:
- ~diced potatoes
- ~diced onions
- Confectionery Items (e.g. marshmallows)
- And more - talk to us about your applications
For detailed information about how SiftAI® FM can assist with food safety and quality control of specific food products, visit the individual application pages, starting here: Food & Beverage Segments.
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Common System Configurations
Communication Throughout the Process
Vision-Based Lane Balancing
How It Works
The SiftAI® FM system is a powerful machine vision platform that offers superior vision inspection. It leverages proprietary software to train and operate artificial intelligence models for any product. A system can be configured to utilize existing or KPM-designed rejection mechanisms.
Foreign Material Detection Made Smarter
KPM Analytics AI systems are trusted by customers worldwide for identifying defects in free-flowing materials. These materials can be presented under the camera in diverse ways, such as on shaker tables and on high-speed belts, which help spread out the material for efficient and accurate inspection.
Our versatile system ensures precise defect detection regardless of the presentation method, offering reliable solutions to customers across the globe.
The SiftAI® FM system is a powerful machine vision platform that offers superior vision inspection, leveraging artificial intelligence to train models for any product requiring inspection.
Setting up the SiftAI® FM system is simple for manufacturers. First, product is distributed under the SiftAI® FM to record images of acceptable products. These images are sent to the KPM Analytics team of vision experts who then train the system to decipher acceptable product versus foreign objects, creating an AI model. Once trained, the AI model is delivered to the SiftAI FM to use on the production line.
Unique AI Model Development & Deployment
Automated Ejection or Diverting of Unsatisfactory Products
Once the SiftAI® FM system is installed, there are multiple ways to reject variances from the product stream. KPM Analytics offers flexible options, providing a simple signal that can seamlessly integrate with the facility’s existing rejection systems. Moreover, we can deliver a comprehensive solution, including custom rejection equipment, ranging from sweep arms to sophisticated integration with robotics. Our goal is to cater to diverse needs and offer solutions tailored to each customer’s requirements.
System Components
The SiftAI® FM advanced machine vision platform is a compact system comprised of cameras, lighting, software and computer hardware.
Easy Integration with Existing Systems
SiftAI® FM systems are thoughtfully designed for easy installation above existing manufacturing setups. The camera systems are modular, allowing them to be customized to fit any belt width. Once a system is installed, there are multiple ways to reject products from the production stream, such as a simple signal that can seamlessly integrate with the facility’s existing rejection systems, or a custom rejection solution, ranging from sweep arms to sophisticated integration with robotics.
Detection Examples
Below are examples of different materials and defects found by the SiftAI® FM system in various food processes. Foreign materials can be detected in virtually any food product - contact us to discuss your specific application.
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Below are examples of different materials and defects found by the SiftAI® FM system in various food processes. Foreign materials can be detected in virtually any food product - contact us to discuss your specific application.
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Software
Operator Interface
The Human Machine Interface (HMI) is located at the line. Operators can watch a real-time stream of the product and review any detected foreign materials when they happen at the inspection point.
Labeling Example - Cotton Glove
Review the foreign material detected and apply the appropriate label directly at the Operator Interface at-line.
Here you can see a glove that was detected by the system and flagged as foreign material. Once it was flagged, it was rejected from the product stream.
Labeling Example - Operator Hand
Review the foreign material detected and apply the appropriate label directly at the Operator Interface at-line.
Here you can see the operator hand passed under the camera, triggering the system to identify it as something abnormal in the production stream.
Analytics
From the Operator Interface, operators can view historical information for each batch and review images of the foreign materials detected.
The analytics report can be viewed on any device on the network or via secure portal.
Supervisor Login
Access to the system settings is restricted to authorized users.
Specifications
Resources
We've highlighted a few knowledge center resources here to help you understand the product better. Please also visit our Knowledge Center for additional information and downloads, and don't forget that our team is always happy to answer any questions you have.
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