Loma Systems, a leading provider of inspection solutions for the food industry, has introduced its latest innovation in North America: the IQ4M Metal Detector. This advanced metal detection system is specifically engineered to address food safety challenges, enhance contaminant detection capabilities, and reduce false rejects, all while improving operational efficiency.
North America has been chosen as the first region to receive detailed information about the IQ4M ahead of its official launch at IFFA 2025. This decision underscores the significance of the North American market and the ongoing field trials being conducted by regional food manufacturers to validate the system’s performance.
The IQ4M Metal Detector incorporates Loma’s proprietary variable frequency technology along with multi-spectrum detection capabilities to deliver unparalleled contaminant detection. This unique combination ensures optimal performance across various food sectors, including packaged meat and poultry, bakery products, convenience foods, and metallized film products commonly found in the snack and confectionery industries. The system is designed to improve operational efficiency through the integration of Dynamic Data Screen+ (DDS+) technology for enhanced signal analysis, as well as quick recovery technology to minimize downtime by facilitating rapid product switching and reducing false rejects. Additionally, the IQ4M is equipped with RFID security tags for controlled access and Industry 4.0-ready OPC-UA connectivity for seamless data exchange with other systems. The system’s heads are UL-certified for both the U.S. and Canada, and it boasts an IP69 rating, making it suitable for washdown-resistant environments in food production facilities.
Louis Chatel, North America business unit manager for Loma Systems, emphasizes the company’s commitment to delivering innovative, customer-focused inspection solutions that prioritize food safety and operational efficiency. He states, “The IQ4M is the result of years of intensive research and development, technology refinement, and collaboration with customers to address key industry challenges such as false rejects and the detection of smaller metal contaminants. We are thrilled to introduce this groundbreaking technology to the North American market first, as we continue to support food manufacturers in achieving superior product quality.”
Loma has conducted extensive trials with food manufacturers to validate the effectiveness of the IQ4M Metal Detector. These trials have demonstrated significant improvements in minimizing contamination risks and enhancing line efficiency, solidifying Loma’s position as the only company to combine patented variable frequency technology with multi-spectrum metal detection capabilities.
The IQ4M Metal Detector is now available for immediate purchase by North American food manufacturers. For more information about this cutting-edge system, visit Loma’s website at https://www.loma.com/en-us/products/metal-detection/iq4m or contact their customer service team at (800) 872-5662.
In conclusion, the IQ4M Metal Detector represents a significant advancement in food safety technology, offering food manufacturers in North America a state-of-the-art solution to enhance their contaminant detection capabilities and improve operational efficiency. Loma Systems’ commitment to innovation and customer collaboration is evident in the development of this groundbreaking system, which is poised to set new standards for metal detection in the food industry.
