Innovations for automated inspection

Heuft is showcasing new technologies for inline quality assurance in the beverage industry at Drinktec 2025 - with deep learning and smart image processing.
Heuft uses advanced AI to increase the detection reliability of empty bottle inspection with the new InLine II IX (Image: Heuft)

Heuft Systemtechnik will be presenting new technologies for inline quality assurance in the filling and packaging process at Drinktec 2025 in Munich.

The company will be demonstrating numerous innovations for automated inspection in the beverage and packaging industry on a stand area of around 1,000 square metres. With processes such as pulsed X-ray and deep learning, Heuft enables, among other things Improved glass-in-glass detection and more precise empty and full product inspection.

AI also recognises distorted coding

At the centre of the trade fair presentation is the advanced image processing platform Heuft reflexx A.I., which was developed and manufactured entirely in-house. It utilises deep learning algorithms for the noise suppression of X-ray images and thus enables reliable detection of foreign bodies even under difficult conditions. It also improves the legibility of inkjet coding using Original Character Verification (OCV), even if it is distorted or blurred.

The new Heuft InLine II IX empty bottle inspector (Image: Heuft)

Another highlight is the new InLine II IX empty bottle inspector, which uses the Heuft AI to analyse a Further increased detection reliability should offer. The manufacturer will also be demonstrating full product inspection with the eXaminer II XOS at the end of the line.

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Wide range of applications

In addition to the central inspection systems, the company also provides Solutions for empty can inspection, leak testing of PET bottles and beverage cartons and for labelling inspection before. The latter is designed to enable even more flexible adaptation to changing products with adaptive algorithms. Sustainable line optimisation and flexible labelling solutions are also part of the trade fair portfolio, which will be presented under the motto „Just look deeper!.

Source: Heuft

Heuft at the Drinktec 2025: Stand B4-121/321