Single Energy Versus Dual Energy
Two types of x-ray technology are used for food inspection today – single energy and dual energy. The concept that dual energy offers more accuracy and sensitivity, regardless of the application, is not true. Both types of x-ray technology have advantages. When deciding whether to opt for single energy or dual energy x-ray inspection technology for contaminant detection, manufacturers should consider the following five factors:
- Likely contaminant(s)
- Product
- Packaging
- Production speed
- Customer specification