INRAY® Seeker – Real-Time Foreign Object Detection in Material Flows
INRAY® Seeker automatically detects stones, metals, concrete, hard plastics and other contaminants in material flows. The system helps protect equipment, reduce downtime and improve process reliability.
✓ Used in the energy and process industries
✓ Automatic detection and removal of foreign objects
✓ Real-time monitoring
Foreign Objects Cause Disruptions and Costs
Stones, metals and other contaminants carried along with the material flow can damage crushers, conveyors, screens and other process equipment.
A single foreign object can result in:
- production stoppages
- equipment damage
- additional maintenance costs
- safety risks
Real-Time Foreign Object Detection
INRAY® Seeker continuously monitors the material flow and automatically detects foreign objects before they can cause damage to the process.
The system is suitable for applications such as:
- biofuels
- solid recovered fuels (SRF)
- recycled materials
- material flows in the pulp and forestry industries
How Does It Work?
The system is installed on a conveyor or at a material transfer point, where it analyzes the material flow in real time.
When a foreign object is detected:
- The system identifies the object
- An alarm is sent to the automation system
- The foreign object can be automatically removed from the process
- The process continues normally
In practical applications, the automatic removal process can be carried out quickly without significant impact on production.
Benefits
Improved availability – Fewer unplanned shutdowns.
Lower maintenance costs – Reduced risk of equipment damage.
Improved safety – Reduced risks caused by foreign objects.
Better quality control – The system stores measurement data and X-ray images for later analysis.
Applications
Energy Production - Quality control of biofuels and solid recovered fuels.
Pulp and Forestry Industry - Detection of contaminants in wood chips, sawdust and other biomass materials.
Recycling - Quality control and process protection for recycled materials.
References
The solution is used in demanding industrial environments. Below are some examples of our customers.
