Comply with Strict Standards to Compete Effectively

Compliance Through Advanced Software Technology

Tablex-PRO metal detection systems utilise Safeline’s sophisticated Profile software platform which provides the basis for the highest levels of detection sensitivity to all metal contaminants. During process risk management audits, metal detectors are frequently designated as Critical Control Points. As a result, their performance must be closely monitored and periodically checked to meet regulatory compliance needs as defined by:-

• 21 CFR Part 210 - GMP Predicate Rule
• 21 CFR Part 211 - GMP Predicate Rule
• 21 CFR Part 11: Electronic Records & Signatures
• Good Automated Manufacturing Practice (GAMP)

If a malfunction should occur, then the production process should be stopped until the problem is resolved as the quality control point is no longer protected and there is a risk of contaminated product reaching consumers.

Sustaining Lower Manufacturing Costs

Manufacturers are able to benefit from sustaining reduced manufacturing costs through greater levels of production efficiency. The costs associated with a line shutdown can be very high so a metal detector that can tell you when a fault occurs must be seen as beneficial. However, a better solution is to have a metal detector that can give a preemptive warning before the fault actually occurs. Being informed in advance can provide a buffer or window of opportunity to conduct investigations and plan rectification maintenance work when it is more convenient, for example, during a planned line shut down or shift change.

Advanced Warning Through Condition Monitoring

The Profile Software uses revolutionary Condition Monitoring technology which constantly assesses the performance and operation of key detector components and circuitry. Adverse trends or changes in performance which could potentially cause downtime if left unaddressed can be signalled giving advanced warning of the changes before a problem occurs. Messages from the Condition Monitoring system are displayed on the high visibility touch screen user interface in the form of a colour coded heart-beat icon and full screen status display.

Communicating Key Process Messages

Critical messages from Tablex-PRO detectors can be communicated directly to key individuals within the manufacturing organisation via an Ethernet Network communication system. This information can then be sent via SMS text messages and emails to the mobile telephones or in-boxes of those that need to know process information. Typically, maintenance engineers can receive early warnings regarding potential downtime or line stoppages whilst QA or Production Managers can be advised of over-due validation testing of the system which could lead to non-compliance issues and failed food safety audits if not addressed.