Matrix Packaging Machinery out with latest video surveillance system

Surveillance system enables precise calibration of combination weighers.

Dec 5th, 2018

Matrix Packaging Machinery Pro-Surveil high-resolution video surveillance system

Matrix Packaging Machinery Pro-Surveil high-resolution video surveillance system

The Matrix Packaging Machinery Pro-Surveil high-resolution video surveillance system allows operators on the production floor to control mezzanine-mounted combination weighers for proper product distribution. The system consists of an analog color camera and color monitor in washdown-rated, stainless-steel housings; wiring; and connectors.

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