Eriez builds largest X8 metal detector to date at United Kingdom facility

The largest X8 metal detector to date demonstrates Eriez’s ability to scale inspection technology without compromising detection performance.
Dec. 17, 2025
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Eriez X8 metal detector

Eriez has manufactured the largest X8 Metal Detector in the company’s history, marking a significant milestone for the global X8 inspection platform. The system was produced at Eriez’s manufacturing facility in Caerphilly, United Kingdom.

The detector features a 1,200-by-1,200-millimeter (47-by-47-inch) aperture and is one of a matched pair built to meet large-scale inspection requirements. According to Eriez, the project demonstrates the company’s ability to scale the X8 platform while maintaining consistent detection accuracy and system reliability.

Tom Pickwick, product specialist at Eriez-Europe, said the X8 Metal Detector series delivers the same inspection performance across all configurations, from compact standard models to large custom-built systems. He added that Eriez’s global organization is equipped to support the full inspection portfolio worldwide.

The X8 Metal Detector series is engineered for high sensitivity, intuitive operation, and application flexibility. The systems are designed for use in food processing, packaging, plastics, recycling, and other industrial environments. Eriez reports that all X8 metal detectors are manufactured to the same performance standards, ensuring reliable detection regardless of aperture size or application.

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