Manufacturing its own metal detectors, the co. debuts the AP-MDT, a tunnel-style, conveyorized metal detector geared toward the food products industry, to be built to custom specifications required for individual packaging needs. For the greatest sensitivity, the machine is said to be designed with the smallest possible aperture to obtain exceptional results. Features include variable programming, a choice of audio and/or visual alarms, belt-stopping features and manual or automated reject mechanisms. The co. says the machine will be portable on casters, is tuned for a minimum of vibration interference, exceeds the standard metal-free zone for most metal detectors by a minimum of 25 percent and conforms to all meat and dairy USDA and FDA requirements.

ActionPac Scales & Automation, 805/487-0403. www.actionpacscales.com