CINTEX AUTOSEARCH METAL DETECTOR WITH INTEGRATED CONVEYOR SYSTEM
DAG Asset ID: AKDI-INS-0003
DAG Certificate ID: DAG-2026-0096
Manufacturer: Cintex of America, Inc.
Model: Autosearch (Exact Model Pending Confirmation)
Asset Type: Food Processing Equipment – Inspection / Metal Detection System
Location: American Kitchen Delights, Inc., Harvey, IL
Verification Status: Physically Verified, Nameplate Confirmed
Category: Inspection & Quality Control Systems
Customer Program Supported:
Primary: American Country Breakfast Bowls
Secondary: Prepared Foods / Co-Pack Production / Food Safety Compliance Programs

Manufacturer Details
Cintex of America, Inc., based in Kenosha, Wisconsin, is a recognized manufacturer of industrial metal detection and inspection systems used in food processing environments. Their systems are widely utilized to ensure product safety and compliance with regulatory and customer standards.

Asset Type
Inline metal detection and inspection system with integrated conveyor designed for contaminant detection in food products.

Asset Overview
This Cintex Autosearch metal detector is configured with an integrated food-grade conveyor system, allowing continuous inline inspection of product during processing or packaging. The system is designed to detect ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants in food products.

The unit supports AKDI’s quality assurance protocols and is a critical component in maintaining food safety compliance for both internal production and co-pack operations.

Technical Specifications

  • Construction: Stainless steel (food-grade)

  • Detection Type: Metal detection (ferrous, non-ferrous, stainless steel)

  • Configuration: Inline conveyor-integrated system

  • Conveyor: Food-grade belt system

  • Controls: Digital control interface

  • Operation: Continuous inline inspection

  • Compliance: Suitable for food safety and QA programs

Functional Description
The system operates by passing product through a calibrated detection field. If metal contamination is detected, the system alerts operators and may trigger rejection or stop mechanisms depending on configuration. This ensures contaminated product is identified and removed from the production stream.

Condition & Verification Status
The unit is installed and operational within the production environment. Manufacturer nameplate is present and confirms Cintex origin. Calibration sticker indicates servicing by American Calibration (last calibration date: 4/1/2026), supporting operational readiness. Visible condition reflects normal industrial use.

Maintenance & Service History
This asset is maintained as part of American Kitchen Delights, Inc.’s active production environment and is supported by in-house maintenance personnel responsible for equipment upkeep and operational readiness.

Calibration and inspection services are performed periodically by third-party providers, as evidenced by calibration labeling. Additional service records are maintained where available.

Use Case Applications

  • Food safety inspection for prepared meals

  • Contaminant detection in protein and mixed products

  • QA compliance for co-pack operations

  • Final product inspection prior to packaging

Location & Ownership:
Located at American Kitchen Delights, Inc., Harvey, Illinois.
Installed within active packaging line operations as a terminal inspection system.

Valuation Reference

  • FMV: $15,000 – $30,000

  • OLV: $10,000 – $20,000

  • FLV: $6,000 – $12,000

Valuation Disclaimer
Valuation ranges provided herein represent good faith estimates based on publicly available market data, comparable equipment sales, manufacturer references, replacement cost considerations, and industry experience. These values are intended for general reference purposes only and do not constitute a formal appraisal or certified valuation.

Actual market value may vary materially based on condition, configuration, maintenance history, operational status, and prevailing market conditions. DuFort Advisory Group LLC makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of these estimates and assumes no liability for reliance on stated values in any financing, sale, or liquidation scenario.

DAG Verification Statement
This asset has been physically inspected and/or documented as part of the DAG Asset Registry System. Identification is supported by available manufacturer markings, documentation, and visual confirmation of configuration and condition at the time of registry.

Verified, Documented, and Registered by DuFort Advisory Group LLC under the DAG Asset Registry System