Detect Metal, Protect Your Operations

Ensure safety and quality – Prevent contaminations and protect your production with our expert metal detection services

FAQ

Does detection slow production lines?

No — systems run seamlessly in-line.

Yes — Our range of metal detectors are all- metal (ferrous and non-ferrous) metal detectors.

We can provide a no-cost site visit to determine the size of metal that would damage your equipment and or process and provide you with a suitable metal detector for your application.

Can detectors be installed on multiple conveyors?

Yes — units can be deployed site-wide with central monitoring.

No — sensitivity is adjustable to avoid nuisance trips.

How much downtime is saved by metal detection?

Preventing one major crusher failure can save weeks of lost production.

Yes — we provide full training.

Yes — integration is standard.

Are detectors high-maintenance?

No — with metal detectors operating reliably up to 30 years with regular calibration checks.

Yes — we stock detectors, coils, and parts in Ireland.

Quick-swap modules and PCP service support minimise downtime.

How do tramp metal systems reduce environmental risk?

By preventing mechanical failures, they reduce oil leaks, fires, and spillage.

Yes — align with ISO9001 and ISO14001 for risk management.

Yes — full audit-ready documentation is supplied.

Are detectors safe around food or biomass?

Yes — non-contaminating and suitable for sensitive industries.

Yes — insurers often recognise reduced catastrophic failure risk.

How do metal detectors protect equipment value?

By preventing major failures, they extend equipment lifespan.

Yes — conveyors and crushers protected from damage retain higher value.

Yes — modular units can be added as operations expand.

Are detectors a CAPEX or OPEX spend?

They can be structured either way

Yes — PCP offers SLAs and lifecycle management.

At what points in the process should detection be specified?

Before crushers, mills, or grinders — the highest-risk points.

Minimal — most systems are bolt-on conveyor additions.

Yes — full PLC/SCADA integration standard.

Can detectors be included in early design layouts?

Yes — CAD/BIM models provided.

Yes — compact detectors available.

Yes — turnkey support included.

How can tramp metal detection protect our shredders and balers?

PCP tramp metal detectors stop conveyors before damaging metal reaches critical machines.

No — Metal detectors are designed to meet the requirements of each processing line.

Systems are designed in a bespoke manner to suit the specific application, however, a temporary metal detection system can be deployed until the permanent solution arrives on site.

Will detection slow down throughput?

Metal Detection minimises damage and disruption to the process.

Yes — Metal detectors combined with magnets can be used successfully to detect crushing, grinding and shredding on mixed waste streams.

No.

Will tramp metal detection reduce wear and tear on our equipment?

Yes — preventing tramp metal ingress extends machinery life significantly.

Yes — coils, sensors, and spares are stocked in Ireland.

We provide a quick, effective call out service.

Are detectors high-maintenance?

No — only simple calibration and visual checks are required.

Yes — we provide training for in-house servicing.

Yes — integration into PLC/E-stop is standard.

How does tramp metal detection support compliance?

It prevents equipment failures that could cause leaks, fires, or environmental incidents.

Yes — all events can be recorded for compliance reports.

Will detection help us meet end-product quality standards?

Yes — removing tramp metal improves purity and reduces contamination.

Yes — detectors are safe and effective in organic material streams.

Can detection reduce insurance premiums?

Yes — insurers often recognise reduced catastrophic failure risks.

Yes — modular units can be added to new lines.

Do systems increase the value of our recovered product?

Yes — higher purity adds commercial value.

Yes — PCP provides SLAs and maintenance contracts.

How can tramp metal detectors protect our kilns and mills?

They stop conveyors instantly before damaging metal enters crushers, grinders, or kilns.

Yes — detectors are ruggedised and built for harsh industrial conditions.

Retrofit installation takes hours with minimal disruption.

Do MD systems cause production delays?

No — detectors run seamlessly inline without affecting throughput.

Absolutely — preventing one catastrophic failure saves weeks of downtime.

Yes — PCP delivers design, installation, commissioning, and training.

How often do detectors need calibration?

Typically, once a year— quick and simple to perform.

Yes — we train your team for calibration and minor servicing.

Yes — integration into PLC/SCADA systems is standard.

Are systems prone to false alarms in dusty plants?

No.

Yes — coils, sensors, and spares are stocked in Ireland for rapid supply.

Where should detectors be placed for maximum protection?

Before crushers, grinders, kilns, and other critical equipment.

Yes — systems are widely used in biomass and RDF feed applications.

Yes — by removing tramp metal, fire and explosion risks are significantly reduced.

Can detectors be tuned for different feed materials?

Yes — sensitivity can be adjusted depending on material density.

No — they identify tramp metal without affecting material flow.

Yes — full automation with plant SCADA is standard.

How do detectors extend equipment life?

By stopping unnecessary tramp metal ingress into the plant the metal detector increases the operational lifespan of the processing equipment.

Yes — modular systems expand as operations grow.

Do systems reduce insurance risks?

Yes — proactive detection lowers the risk of catastrophic breakdowns.

Yes — PCP offers service agreements and lifecycle support.

Where should tramp metal detectors be installed in a mining operation?

Key points include before crushers, screens, and mills — the most vulnerable equipment.

Yes — sensitivity is adjustable to match varying mineral feeds.

Yes — they connect directly to PLC/SCADA systems.

Are detectors suitable for extremely high-tonnage conveyors?

Yes — our systems are built for heavy-duty, continuous high-volume operations.

Yes — ruggedised housings and components withstand mining conditions.

How often do tramp metal detectors need calibration?

Typically Once a year, depending on site conditions.

Yes — PCP trains maintenance crews for calibration and repairs.

Yes — Our systems run on 24V or generator power, suited for remote operations.

Are systems prone to false alarms in harsh mining environments?

No — sensitivity is tuned to avoid nuisance trips.

Yes — spares are available locally for fast supply.

Can tramp metal detection be installed during mine expansions?

Yes — systems integrate easily during upgrade projects.

Minimal — detectors typically bolt directly to conveyor structures.

Yes — full installation, testing, and handover are included.

Do you provide CAD/BIM drawings for integration?

Yes — full design documentation is supplied.

Quick — retrofit units can be installed in hours.

Yes — modular systems expand with throughput.

Do detectors reduce insurance and compliance risk?

Yes — systems reduce the risk of catastrophic equipment failures and environmental incidents.

Yes — full lifecycle support and maintenance agreements are available.

Do tramp metal systems extend equipment life?

Yes — by stopping damaging metal, they extend the lifespan of crushers and conveyors.

Do tramp metal detectors meet HACCP and BRC food safety standards?

Yes — PCP systems are designed for full compliance with HACCP, BRC, and ISO22000.

Yes — high-sensitivity coils can detect even small ferrous and non-ferrous fragments.

Yes — PCP provides validation and certification documentation.

Can detectors log events for audits?

Yes — all detection events are recorded and can be exported for compliance audits.

No — detectors are fully non-intrusive and food-safe.

Yes — full technical and performance documentation is included.

Will tramp metal detection slow down production lines?

No — systems operate inline with no impact on throughput.

Yes — units can be installed across all critical lines, centrally monitored.

Yes — fully automated with alarms and event logging.

Can detectors be installed on high-speed conveyors?

Yes — systems are designed for both high and low-speed lines.

Yes — designs are modular and space-efficient.

Yes — they stop metal before it reaches sensitive packers and fillers.

Do detectors help reduce contamination risk?

Yes — by removing tramp metal, they ensure clean product streams.

Yes — systems log detection and removal events for long-term traceability.

Yes — full compliance documentation is supplied.

Are detectors suitable for pharmaceutical-grade environments?

Yes — systems are GMP-compliant and suitable for high-purity pharma lines.

Yes — non-intrusive detectors are built for sterile and cleanroom environments.

Yes — fully integrable into plant monitoring systems.

What’s the ROI of tramp metal detection in food/pharma?

Preventing one contamination incident can save millions in recalls and fines.

It can be structured as either purchase or lease.

Yes — case studies and testimonials are available.

Do systems reduce insurance and liability exposure?

Yes — proactive detection reduces product recall risks.

Yes — systems expand modularly across sites.

Yes — PCP offers regular calibration, service, and compliance checks.

Industries We Serve

We are local specialists based in Kildare, offering tailored metal detection solutions to meet your specific needs.

Food Processing

We offer equipment and systems to protect product purity and increase the efficiency of your process.

Pharmaceutical

We have an established and increasing line of state of the art solutions for the Pharmaceutical industry. Our Metal detectors, magnetic separators and feeders help manufacturers to eliminate contaminants and improve processing efficiency while meeting industry standards

Plastics

Our extensive range of high quality detection and separation systems provide consistency and reliability of metal contaminate detection.. We understand the unique challenges facing this industry and can provide effective solutions to help improve purity efficiency and profitability

Animal Feed

Detection and separation of metal contaminants in both wet and dry processing lines help animal food producers enhance product quality, ensure safety, and maximise profitability.

Packaging

Our cutting edge equipment ensures product purity protects equipment and improves efficiency in packaging operations.

Dairy Production

Wet and dry metal contaminant detection and separation in process lines enable producers to improve product quality and profitability.

Magnetic Separation

Magnetic Humps

Our Magnetic Hump and Round Pipe Separators provide a simple and effective way to remove tramp iron contamination from gravity or pneumatically conveyed, dry free flowing products such as feed, grain, wood ships, food stuffs, sand or plastic..

Trap Magnets

Our line of powerful, permanent magnetic Ferrous Traps provide magnetic protection for liquid lines and processing equipment. They preserve product purity by removing small particles of magnetic scale, rust and fine iron contamination.

Grate Magnets

Powerful, permanent magnetic protection against fine and tramp iron contamination. Designed for simple installation in steep-sloped hoppers, odd and irregular shaped hoppers, floor openings, vertical closed chutes and ducts.

Gravity Separators

We provide a range of gravity and pneumatic metal detection separation units to ensure automatic removal of metal contaminates and ensure purity in food production and manufacturing lines.

Eriez X8 Metal Detectors

Reliable and easy-to-use, PrecisionGuard X8 Metal Detectors from Eriez detect small ferrous, non-ferrous and stainless steel metal contaminants. In its base package, the X8 offers a huge easy-to-use touchscreen interface, easy setup and reporting, multiple communication ports – USB and Ethernet, and the standard high-pressure wash down design.

METAL DETECTORS

A complete range of all metal detectors and separators to meet the exact requirements of todays processing industry