Nut sorter FX series

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Overview FENIX is an optical colour sorter designed for high-precision inspection and rejection of defective or foreign-body-contaminated products. It integrates an aligned multispectral vision (RGB + IR) in a single 4K sensor and supports additional SWIR channels to detect chemical and polymer differences not visible to the eye.

Key benefits

• Aligned multispectral view in a single 4K sensor for improved detection of foreign bodies and inorganic/chemical defects.
• Reduced need for multiple cameras thanks to combined RGB and IR signals.
• Higher selection accuracy and reduced operating costs through precise ejection and automatic air management.

Main features

• Standard 4-wavelength multispectral system: RGB + IR in one 4K sensor for perfectly aligned imaging.
• Optional high-resolution SWIR cameras (1024 px) up to 4 wavelengths for polymer recognition and chemical differentiation (useful for dried fruits, nuts).
• Simultaneous use of RGB, SWIR and IR optical systems (configurable up to 8 frequencies).
• Flat-spectrum full-spectrum LEDs reproducing sunlight spectrum to avoid low-light areas and detect subtle colour shades.
• High-performance electrovalves (Ev, 3.2 mm pitch) with custom design for increased speed and durability.
• RISE-UP ejector positioning system to halve distance to inspection line and reduce ejection errors due to varying fall speeds.
• Multi-wavelength LEDs with focusing lenses to concentrate illumination on target points with low power consumption.
• Automatic air pressure regulator adapting machine air to the selected product to improve selection and reduce air consumption.
• Morphological analysis generating statistical data (average width/height, percentage of breakage, etc.).
• Signal equalization across chutes for consistent results.
• Automatic control and equalization of vibrator speed for uniform flows in all channels.
• Dual 15" touchscreen displays for continuous monitoring and data visualization.
• Easy programming system enabling recipe creation or modification without a qualified technician.
• Smart custom cameras with integrated processing and analysis; hardware and software made in Italy.
• IoT-ready and Industry 4.0 compatible for exchange of throughput, rejects, ejection counts and morphological data.
• Ramps treated with silver ions for improved hygiene and smoothness.
• Integrated remote-service system for real-time assistance and reduced on-site interventions.

Applications Suitable for high-precision sorting in food and industrial sectors where multispectral inspection, foreign-body detection, polymer recognition or morphological analysis are required. Typical products: dried fruits, nuts, snacks and other items where infrared or chemical differences are critical for quality control.

Technical specifications

• Standard multispectral: 4 wavelengths (RGB + IR) in a single 4K sensor.
• Optional SWIR cameras: 1024 px, up to 4 wavelengths.
• Optical configuration: RGB + SWIR + IR — up to 8 frequencies.
• Lighting: flat-spectrum full-spectrum LEDs; multi-wavelength LEDs with focusing lenses.
• Electrovalves: custom Ev, 3.2 mm pitch for high speed and durability.
• RISE-UP ejector positioning system for reduced distance to inspection line.
• Automatic air pressure regulator and control.
• Morphological analysis outputs: average width/height, % breakage, statistical data.
• Signal equalization system across chutes.
• Automatic vibrator speed control and equalization.
• Operator interface: dual 15" touchscreen displays.
• Software: easy programming for recipe creation/modification.
• IoT ready: data exchange for throughput, rejects and morphological features.
• Hygiene: ramps with silver ion treatment.
• Integrated remote-service system for real-time support.