UK engineering for inspection, verification and rejection
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Retrofit engineering & line integration

Retrofit automatic reject systems for existing conveyors

Add a reliable automatic reject system without replacing a serviceable conveyor. We survey the existing line and engineer the mechanical, electrical and safety modifications as one retrofit package.

Existing production conveyor upgraded with sensors and a reject diverterRepresentative engineered production application

The inspection result is only useful when the right product leaves the line.

Existing conveyors can often accept a reject pusher, air blast, swing arm, retracting section or lane diverter, but successful retrofit depends on more than finding a mounting point. We review belt type, frame strength, product control, available length, guarding and the existing electrical architecture.

Where the current conveyor cannot support reliable rejection, we can propose a short replacement module or transfer section while retaining the rest of the line. Site measurements, product samples and a production video help establish feasibility before detailed design.

How our integration works →
Typical pass / fail criteria

Decisions the reject system can act on.

The final inspection capability depends on the selected equipment, product presentation and agreed acceptance criteria. Sample trials are used where practical.

✓Available reject signal
✓Conveyor speed and variation
✓Product pitch and stability
✓Frame and belt suitability
✓Guarding and access
✓Controls and safety interface
Engineered as one sequence

From detection signal to independently confirmed removal.

01

Site survey

We measure the line and review products, controls, access and production constraints.

02

Minimal disruption

The retrofit is designed to preserve useful equipment and shorten installation downtime.

03

Complete integration

Mechanics, controls, guarding, testing and operator training are covered together.

Typical products and production applications.

Modular-belt conveyorsPU and PVC belt conveyorsSlat-chain conveyorsRoller conveyorsFood-grade stainless linesCarton and case lines
Specification questions

Before we design the reject station.

Product samples, line drawings and a short production video help us identify the best next step.

Can every conveyor be retrofitted?+

Not always. We confirm that the frame, belt, available length, product spacing and guarding can support a reliable and safe reject arrangement.

How much line downtime is needed?+

That depends on complexity. We design and prebuild as much as practical, then agree an installation and commissioning window around production.

Can you add reject verification as part of the retrofit?+

Yes. Confirmation sensors, bin monitoring and fail-safe line-stop logic can be incorporated into the upgrade.

Start with your product and line

Make every failed product
go exactly where it should.

Send us your line speed, product dimensions, inspection equipment and a short production video. We will help define the right reject method and controls.