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The Ishida X-ray inspection systems can help food manufacturers and processors comply with safety standards and meet the demands of quality and safety-conscious retailers. They provide accurate and reliable information, alerting you if foreign bodies contaminate your product.

The IX-EN series, available from Heat and Control, can provide the highest level of quality assurance. It is ideal for countless products including sliced cheese, cereal bars, bread, dried fruits, and more.

A great entry-level x-ray system for uniform products, the IX-EN-4062 performs inspection for basic level application with a lower voltage x-ray tube, providing an unbeatable return on investment without compromising on accuracy.

There has never been a better time to invest in equipment. Begin with the perfect balance of price and performance on model IX-EN-4062, and take advantage of the instant asset write-down and manufacturers effectively receive an instant 27.5 per cent discount on capex.

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