Mekitec · Dylog Hitech

Food X-ray inspection

X-ray finds metal, glass, stone and bone in food, even where a metal detector is not enough. At the same time, it checks the filling, integrity and packaging of every product.

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from €29,990 excl. VAT
24 months warranty
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In short

A food X-ray system inspects every product on the line and rejects any that contain a contaminant or do not meet the required quality. We supply Mekitec X-ray systems (Finland, exclusive distributor for CZ and SK) for small and large packs, tall containers and unpacked bulk products. For specific applications, such as glass in glass, we also offer Dylog Hitech systems (Italy). Before you buy, we test the system on your product, then install it and service it with our own team.

What X-ray can do

One machine, six inspections

Contaminant detection

Metal including stainless steel and aluminium, glass, stone, calcified bone, ceramics. Even inside glass and metal packaging.

Makes sure there is no stone in a bag of frozen vegetables.

Filling

Measures whether there is enough filling in the product and whether it is evenly distributed.

Makes sure every doughnut has its filling.

Piece count and completeness

Counts pieces in the pack and detects when a component is missing or extra.

Makes sure there is a toy in every chocolate egg.

Product integrity

Finds broken and crumbled pieces inside a sealed pack without opening it.

Makes sure a chocolate bar is not broken.

Correct packaging

Checks seals and closures, including packs closed with a plastic or aluminium clip.

Makes sure no product is trapped in the seal of a bag.

Audit records

Stores an image and a record of every inspected product. Proof for IFS and BRC audits and for customers.

Lets you find the image of a specific product in case of a complaint.

X-ray images

What the X-ray sees

Real images from Mekitec X-ray systems. The software highlights detected contaminants and rejects the faulty product.

X-ray image: Glass in glass — **Glass in glass** Glass test pieces in glass jars, including at the bottom and under the cap.

X-ray image: Nuts — **Nuts** Contaminants detected among nuts.

X-ray image: Biscuits — **Biscuits** Contaminant inside a sealed biscuit pack.

X-ray image: Chocolate box — **Chocolate box** Contaminants in a box of chocolates, every piece checked.

X-ray image: Chocolate — **Chocolate** A broken bar inside a sealed wrapper.

X-ray image: Canned sardines — **Canned sardines** Inspection of a product in a metal can, where a metal detector does not work.

X-ray or metal detector?

A metal detector finds only metal. X-ray finds the rest too.

A metal detector is affordable and reliable if your product is only at risk from metal contamination. However, it cannot detect glass, stone, bone or ceramics, nor does it work with products in aluminium foil or cans.

X-ray evaluates material density, so it finds anything denser than the food itself. Many retail chains and export customers now require X-ray inspection.

Get advice

What needs to be detected	Metal detector	X-ray
Ferrous metals (steel, iron)	yes	yes
Non-ferrous metals (aluminium, copper)	yes	yes
Stainless steel	limited	yes
Glass	no	yes
Stone, ceramics	no	yes
Bone (calcified)	no	yes
Dense plastic, rubber	no	limited
Product in aluminium foil or a can	no	yes
Fill level, missing piece, breakage	no	yes
Image of every product for audits	no	yes

Models

Choose by what you inspect

Product size and density, packaging and line speed are what matter. If you are not sure, send us a description of your product and we will recommend a model.

Small packs

Bags, trays, bars, cups, small boxes.

Mekitec

MEKI ONE

A complete inspection point: inspection and rejection in a single frame.

Power: 100 W (30–60 kV)
Product: 240 × 110 mm
Load: 5 kg

Model details

Mekitec

MEKI

Compact X-ray system for small packs, 800 or 1,200 mm long.

Power: 100 W (30–60 kV)
Product: 240 × 110 mm
Load: 5 kg

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Dylog

Dymond 80

Compact X-ray with a powerful 500 W source for dense products.

Power: 500 W
Product: width up to 360 mm, height up to 180 mm

Model details

Medium packs and multipacks

Larger packs, multipacks, trays and crates of smaller products.

Mekitec

MIDMEKI

For medium packs, multipacks and trays. This model is also available for rent.

Power: 200 W (40–80 kV)
Product: 390 × 200 mm
Load: 20 kg

Model details

Dylog

Dymond 120

Powerful 500 W source for larger and denser products: cheese, bags, boxes.

Power: 500 W
Product: width up to 570 mm, height up to 270 mm

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Large, thick and dense packs

Butter blocks, cheese wheels, large bags, boxes, secondary packaging.

Mekitec

HIGHER MIDMEKI

MIDMEKI with a 500 W source for thick, dense products: cheese, butter blocks, large bags.

Power: 500 W (60–150 kV)
Product: 390 × 180 mm
Load: 20 kg

Model details

Mekitec

BIGMEKI

For large packs, secondary packaging and crates up to 60 kg.

Power: 500 W (40–150 kV)
Product: 695 × 300 mm
Load: 30 kg / 60 kg

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Dylog

Dymond 160

Extra-wide tunnel up to 760 mm for large boxes, cheese and bags.

Power: 500 W
Product: width up to 760 mm, height up to 250 mm

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Wide flat packs

Bakery pillow packs and other products wider than a standard tunnel.

Mekitec

WIDEMEKI

Two sources side by side cover packs up to 680 mm wide, typically bakery pillow packs.

Power: 2 × 200 W
Product: 730 × 120 mm

Model details

Bottles, cans and glass-in-glass detection

Tall containers: jars, bottles, cans, cups. Inspection of the bottom, cap and fill level.

Mekitec

SIDEMEKI

Side view for bottles, cans and cups, including fill level and cap inspection.

Power: 1–2 × 200 W
Product: height up to 270 mm, width up to 155 mm

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Dylog

Dymond M

Three adjustable beams with no blind spots: glass at the bottom of the jar and under the cap.

Power: 3 X-ray tubes
Product: width up to 100 mm, height 200–240 mm

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Dylog

Dymond D

Two X-ray sources at 90° (Dylog patent) for jars, bottles and plastic containers.

Power: 2 sources
Product: width up to 185 mm, height 196–314 mm

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Unpacked bulk products

Inspection of raw material before packing: nuts, vegetables, meat, cereals.

Mekitec

BULK MIDMEKI

Inspection of unpacked raw material in a stream, up to 20,000 kg per hour.

Power: 200 W (40–80 kV)
Product: product stream on the belt

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Comparison

Specifications of all models

Model	X-ray power	Product / detection area	Max. load	Conveyor speed	View	IP rating
Mekitec MEKI ONE	100 W (30–60 kV)	240 × 110 mm	5 kg	0.1–1.3 m/s	top view	IP54
Mekitec MEKI	100 W (30–60 kV)	240 × 110 mm	5 kg	0.1–1.3 m/s	top view	IP54
Mekitec MIDMEKI	200 W (40–80 kV)	390 × 200 mm	20 kg	up to 1.0 m/s	top view	IP65
Mekitec HIGHER MIDMEKI	500 W (60–150 kV)	390 × 180 mm	20 kg	0.54–0.9 m/s	top view	IP65
Mekitec BIGMEKI	500 W (40–150 kV)	695 × 300 mm	30 kg / 60 kg	0.14–0.44 m/s	top view	IP65
Mekitec WIDEMEKI	2 × 200 W	730 × 120 mm	–	up to 1.0 m/s	top view, 2 views	IP54, tunnel IP65
Mekitec SIDEMEKI	1–2 × 200 W	height up to 270 mm, width up to 155 mm	–	0.1–0.7 m/s	side view, 1–2 views	IP65
Mekitec BULK MIDMEKI	200 W (40–80 kV)	product stream on the belt	–	0.54–0.9 m/s	top view	IP65
Dylog Dymond 80	500 W	width up to 360 mm, height up to 180 mm	–	depending on configuration	top view	IP34, Nema 4X on request
Dylog Dymond 120	500 W	width up to 570 mm, height up to 270 mm	–	depending on configuration	top view	IP34, Nema 4X on request
Dylog Dymond 160	500 W	width up to 760 mm, height up to 250 mm	–	depending on configuration	top view	IP34, Nema 4X on request
Dylog Dymond M	3 X-ray tubes	width up to 100 mm, height 200–240 mm	–	depending on configuration	3 views	IP34, Nema 4X on request
Dylog Dymond D	2 sources	width up to 185 mm, height 196–314 mm	–	depending on configuration	2 views at 90°	–

The maximum product width decreases with product height, and maximum load, length and speed cannot always be combined. We confirm the exact configuration for your product.

Mekitec · Finland

Exclusive distributor for CZ and SK

Mekitec develops X-ray systems exclusively for the food industry. They are compact, easy to integrate into an existing line and among the most affordable on the market. Moisture, salt and metal packaging are no problem.

MEKI AI: AI-powered software for Mekitec X-ray systems. Besides contaminants, it checks piece count and filling, seals and clips, and detects cavities and organic contaminants. We verify which functions make sense on your product.

Dylog Hitech · Italy

For specific applications

We offer Dylog systems where a special solution is needed: glass-in-glass inspection, i.e. a shard in a jar or bottle, multi-angle inspection with no blind spots at the bottom and under the cap (Dymond M and Dymond D), or an extra-wide tunnel for large boxes (Dymond 160).

X-ray rental

An X-ray for a week or a year

You can rent an X-ray system from us short or long term. Useful after a line failure, when you can re-inspect the whole batch and discard only the truly faulty products, or for an audit when you do not yet have your own system.

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Testing on your product

Try first, then buy

Before you decide, we verify on your samples what the X-ray detects. Tests usually take place at a food manufacturer already using the same model. We show you the results including the X-ray images.

How testing works

FAQ

Questions you ask us

How much does a food X-ray system cost?

Mekitec X-ray systems start at €29,990 excl. VAT. The final price depends on the model, tunnel width, rejector and line integration. We prepare an exact quote based on your product.

Is X-ray inspection of food safe?

Yes. The dose a product receives during inspection is negligible and does not change its taste, nutritional value or shelf life. Mekitec systems have an X-ray leakage below 1 µSv/h and comply with EN 61010-2-091 and FDA 21 CFR 1020.40. We measure leakage during regular servicing.

Will X-ray replace a metal detector?

In most cases, yes. X-ray also finds what a metal detector cannot see (glass, stone, bone) and works with products in aluminium foil or cans. It also checks quality. If your product is only at risk from metal, a metal detector may be enough. We are happy to advise you.

How do I know the X-ray will find what I need?

We test the system on your samples before you buy. Tests usually take place at a food manufacturer already using the same model, and we show you the results including X-ray images. If you need to verify the system on your own line, we offer rental.

What if I only need an X-ray system for a short time?

We rent X-ray systems short and long term, for example for an audit or to re-inspect a batch after a line failure. MIDMEKI is usually available for rental.

Who services the X-ray system?

Our own service team, trained directly by the manufacturers. We offer regular preventive maintenance, leakage measurement and emergency repairs. Many issues can be solved remotely.

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