The meat industry has been slower than other

food segments to implement automation –

largely due to the need for manual and labor-

intensive processes. However, there is no

doubt that process automation and digitization

are increasing.

Increasing automationIn a recent PMMI survey, 96% of processors

indicated their intention to increase levels of

automation in their facilities in the near future.

Three out of four respondents confirmed they

are already actively measuring overall equip-

ment effectiveness (OEE) on a daily basis.

Smart technology helpsMaking better use of live production data, col-

lected automatically from weighing and in-

spection systems through intelligent software,

is at the core of improvements. The collected

data supports increased efficiency, transpar-

ency and traceability within production pro-

cesses and onwards into the supply chain.

Checks and complianceMETTLER TOLEDO provides software and hard-

ware solutions to support improvements for meat

processors. Find out more on pages 2 and 3.

Smart Technology Aids AutomationThe Benefits of Connected Production EquipmentThe ability to trace the source of ingredients and ensure product quality through the supply chain is becoming increasingly important in the meat industry. Weighing and inspection solutions are at the core of the changes.

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X-ray Technology for Product Quality and Integrity

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5 Inspection Challenges Overcome with Metal Detection

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3 Ways to Increase Efficiency With Smart ICS Scales

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Ensuring Compliance with Clean, Clear Labeling

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Weighing and Inspection Five Ways to Document Compliance Needs

Incoming goods checksThe more precise the track and trace

system, the faster producers can iden-

tify quality problems. Incoming goods

are often controlled with floor scales.

Smart technology such as the new

Powerdeck™ family combines rug-

ged scale design with smart diagnos-

tics. This technology avoids inaccu-

rate measurements and delivers high

performance.

` www.mt.com/powerdeck

Smart recipe weighingConsistent recipe management allows

traceable ingredient handling, support-

ing correct label declarations. An ICS

terminal with formulation functionality

allows traceable recipe weighing with-

out costly networking infrastructures.

The ICS689 terminal guides operators

through each recipe, preventing man-

ual mixing errors and delivering trace-

able results.

` www.mt.com/ICS689

Contaminant removalMetal detection and x-ray inspection

are the industry default technologies

to ensure products are free of physical

contaminants such as metal, glass,

dense plastics and bone. The ability

to automate the collection of data from

these critical control points provides

assurance that industry standards are

being met.

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Labeling correctnessAlmost 50% of all product recalls can

be attributed to labeling issues. Many

food safety and retailer standards now

include requirements to ensure cor-

rect product labeling. Vision inspection

technology can check for label pres-

ence, accuracy, lot numbers and "best

before" dates to support compliance

with standards.

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Collecting process dataThe accurate documenting of product

inspection processes to support com-

pliance is essential to meet food safety

standards. Developments in the ability

to network inspection equipment and

the use of advanced software reduces

the need for manual collection pro-

cesses, improves process efficiency

and supports digitalization.

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Digitization in food - take our on- line guided tourSee how ProdX software can automate product inspection data collection and benefit your business.www.mt.com/prodx

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X-ray Across the Value ChainContaminant Detection and Integrity

X-ray inspection solutions can be installed at different stages of a production line to pro-

vide complete product safety and cost savings. They inspect goods for contaminants such

as metal, glass, mineral stone, calcified bone and high-density plastics, across all stages

of production.

Placing an x-ray inspection system within food processing detects problems before further value

is added to the product. X-ray inspection can also provide quality and integrity checks at the

end of the production line.

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Unpackaged, frozen and formed applicationsDesigned for harsh environments, inspecting frozen-formed food products such as burger patties.

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Pumped applicationsSpecifically designed to inspect liquids and pumped products at any stage before final pro-cessing and packaging.

` www.mt.com/xray-x38

X33 Bulk

Loose, bulk flow applicationsProvides contamination detection in unpack-aged bulk flow food products such as ground or minced meat.

` www.mt.com/xray-x33bulk

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Packaged applicationsProvides high detection sensitivity when in-specting for contamination in packaged meat and fish products.

` www.mt.com/xray-x34

Compliance and ProductivityMeasurement and recording of data from x-ray in-spection systems enables in-depth analysis and im-provement of production processes whilst ensuring compliance with industry standards.

` www.mt.com/prodx

X-ray inspection portfolioDiscover METTLER TOLEDO’s full x-ray inspection portfolio and find out how they can improve product quality and process efficiency.

www.mt.com/xray-inspection

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Maintaining a hygienic production area, adhering to regulations and standards, and maxi-

mizing uptime are just some of the key challenges that meat, poultry and seafood manufac-

turers face when it comes to product inspection.

Five Inspection Challenges Overcome With Metal Detection

Reduce wasteTraditionally, metal detectors have

struggled to maintain high sensitiv-

ity levels without suffering from false

triggering which wastes a significant

amount of 'good' product. The Pro-

file Advantage metal detector from

METTLER TOLEDO uses multiple fre-

quencies at the same time, to cancel

out 'false' signals, virtually eliminating

wasted 'good' product.

Improve productivityFood manufacturers face pressure to

process food safely while maintain-

ing productivity. Innovative intuitive

clustering means that a single prod-

uct setting can be used for multiple

products, reducing set-up time during

product changeovers. Condition mon-

itoring provides early warning of po-

tential faults so issues can be resolved

during planned downtime.

Comply with standardsFood manufacturers must ensure they

comply with food safety standards, re-

tailer codes of practice and safety leg-

islation. Metal detection systems are

designed to meet all of these require-

ments. Key safety features include

robust, round-edge guards, safety

valves and guarded in-feed and out-

feed rollers that remove the risk of fin-

ger traps.

Maintain hygieneThe risk of bio-contamination can be

reduced by using equipment that sup-

ports demanding hygiene procedures.

Metal detection systems are designed

up to IP69K water ingress protec-

tion levels for operation in harsh en-

vironments. Custom designs for de-

manding applications are available,

including specialist hygienic feet and

transport belts, sealed edges and belt

lifters for efficient cleaning and prod-

uct handling.

Protect brandFood contamination can have disas-

trous consequences for manufactur-

ers, putting consumers in danger, and

negatively impacting their brand rep-

utation. The Profile Advantage detects

up to 50 percent smaller irregular-

shaped metal contaminants than tra-

ditional metal detectors. This ensures

products are free from contamination

and remain consistently safe and of a

high quality for consumers.

Innovative metal detection solutions from METTLER TOLEDO use advanced technology to

help manufacturers overcome these challenges and provide additional benefits to enhance

production line efficiency.

Profile advantage videoDiscover how METTLER TOLEDO Profile Advantage metal detectors deliver unri-valled levels of detection sensitivitywww.mt.com/md-profileadvantage-video

The Profile Advantage detects up to 50 percent smaller irregular-shaped metal contaminants than traditional metal detectors.

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Smart bench scales in meat production deliver more than just accurate weighing results.

They can also speed up the repetitive task of meat portioning to increase process efficiency.

See the three ways that smart technology can produce greater speed in portioning and

cleaning for advanced manual checkweighing.

3 Ways to Increase Efficiency With Smart Bench Scales

The ICS Scale Helps to Speed Up Productivity up to 20%

` www.mt.com/ICS-scales

BenefitsConsiderationTask

Speed up operator productivity

Continuously Improve Your Weighing Process with Easy Data Access and Result Analysis

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Increase process efficiency

Reduce Contamination Risk and Increase Cleaning Speed and Efficiency

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Ensure efficient cleaning

colorWeight®

Display indicates at a glance if weight is below, within, or above target

Takeaway mode

Operators can fill or portion meat without a keystroke

WiFi capabilityOperators can print wirelessly from practically any ICS terminal

Collect+™ data collection software

Easily connect to scales to collect data and visualize process yield parameters

Connectivity to ERP/Cloud systems

Various connectivity options available including OPC UA for easy data exchange

with ERP / Cloud systems

Cleanable platforms

Adhering to the latest hygienic design guidelines enables efficient cleaning

Cleanable terminals

Fully stainless-steel terminals eliminate the risk of residues or water accumulation

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Food labeling basicsAll label regulations require some basic information: the name of the food, ingredients (including com-

mon allergens), manufacturer information and the net quantity of food in the package. Any additional

information is based on regional requirements, for example best before dates, the country of origin for

imported foods, or the use of specific terms to describe food. The table below shows the different require-

ments in the United States (US), European Union (EU) and China.

Label design and qualityRegulations are clear when it comes to label design: the name of the food must be given prominence

and the packaging must be easy to read. Incorrect information or damaged labels affect a manufactur-

er’s reputation and can have consequences for the consumer. It is vital that manufacturers detect label er-

rors before they become a problem. Every product should be inspected to ensure quality and correctness.

Clean, Clear LabelingEnsuring Compliance with Regulations

Consumers are becoming more aware of what goes into the products they consume, and de-

mand easily accessible information about the food they eat. The responsibility for food label

contents lies with the manufacturer. In order to comply with labeling regulations, they need

to understand the requirements of each product and ensure the label contains the correct

information.

Automated inspection helpsAutomating the inspection process ensures every product label is checked so that they meet the applica-

ble standards of the manufacturer, the industry and the country of sale. Products failing to meet the stan-

dards should be removed from the production line. With a proper label design and an automated label

inspection program, manufacturers can be assured that their products meet their compliance obligations.

US EU China

Food Name • • •

Country of Origin • • •

Net Quantity • • •

Nutritional Facts • • -Ingredient List • • Partially

Expiration Date - • •

Label Inspection - • -

The V2640 Flat Pack Vision Inspection system from METTLER TOLEDO is designed for end-of-line inspection and is ideal for packaged meat.

Vision InspectionVision inspection systems provide a quality control program to pre-

vent mislabeling and ensure label print quality. The V2640 Vision

system from METTLER TOLEDO is designed for end-of-line inspec-

tion. Systems can inspect, print and verify correct label positioning

at the same time.

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What do the labeling regulations require?For more information on food labeling requirements,

download our free white paper "Understanding Food

Label Regulations".

www.mt.com/civ-label-regulations

For more informationwww.mt.com/ind-meat

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industry experts. Discover how solutions from METTLER TOLEDO can help you

comply with food safety standards, improve productivity and protect your brand.

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A revolutionary breakthrough in metal detectionA breakthrough in metal detection technology, the Profile Advantage delivers unrivalled levels of detection sensitivity to ensure product safety and quality, and protect your brand reputation. avoid costly out-of-spec batches and rework, and protect your brand.

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Minimize false rejects in challenging applicationsSee how you can detect and reject smaller pieces of metal to protect your brand, improve compliance with food safety standards, help lower your costs and increase your productivity.

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Keypad ensures hygienic weighingThe metal keypad for ICS bench scales offers hygienic manual check-weighing and is built to withstand a range of mechanical impacts and

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