Celebrating 22 years of making food safer

Detectamet, the global leader for Metal Detectable and X-Ray Visible products, proudly celebrates its 22nd anniversary this month, marking more than two decades of pioneering innovation, unwavering commitment to product safety, and industry leadership.

 

Founded in 2003, Detectamet was born from a vision to tackle one of the manufacturing industry’s most critical challenges: foreign object contamination. What began as a mission to reduce the risk of undetected plastic and metal in food and pharmaceutical production has grown into a global organisation, trusted by thousands of companies worldwide to protect their products, reputations, and consumers.

 

“Twenty-two years ago, the inspiration for founding the company stemmed from a critical observation: the significant risk of foreign object contamination in the food, pharmaceutical, and other sensitive manufacturing industries. I had seen first-hand the devastating impact a single piece of undetected plastic or metal could have,” said Sean Smith, Founder and CEO of Detectamet. “My original vision was clear: to become the leading provider of reliable, high-quality metal and X-ray detectable products that would dramatically reduce these risks, thereby enhancing product safety and protecting brands. Our mission was—and still is—to safeguard consumers and support the integrity of our clients’ production processes.”

 


Pioneering Innovation and Industry Impact

 

One of Detectamet’s early breakthroughs was the creation of its proprietary detectable polymer blend, an advancement that elevated industry expectations for product safety. Over the years, the company has expanded its product line far beyond its first detectable pens and cable ties, now offering an extensive range of detectable tools, safety equipment, and bespoke components designed to meet evolving regulatory and operational needs.

 

Key milestones include:

- Securing landmark agreements with global food/beverage producers
- Expanding into global markets across Europe, the Americas and Asia Pacific
- Supporting industry standard development and compliance efforts
- Launching specialised detectable products compatible with X-ray inspection systems


Despite facing early challenges, such as market education and scaling production, the company remained steadfast. Strategic investments in R&D and quality control, coupled with a passionate team, helped propel Detectamet to the forefront of contamination prevention, making the invisible, visible.

 


A Culture of Purpose, A Future of Possibilities

 

While Detectamet’s operations have scaled significantly over the past two decades, the company’s core values—integrity, innovation, and customer-centricity, have only deepened. A culture of continuous improvement and close collaboration now defines the team’s day-to-day work, as does a growing commitment to STEM education and community engagement.

 

Looking ahead, Detectamet is embracing the future with ambitious plans:

- Developing smart detectable products with IoT integration
- Advancing multi-spectrum detectability to meet cutting-edge detection standards
- Expanding its global reach with customisable safety solutions for niche applications

“We are more excited than ever about what lies ahead,” said CEO Sean Smith. “We’re not just creating products; we’re shaping the future of manufacturing safety.”

 


A Message of Thanks

 

As Detectamet celebrates this 22-year milestone, the company extends heartfelt thanks to its employees, customers, partners, and communities.

 

Quote from Sean Smith, CEO & Founder of Detectamet:

"To our employees: Your dedication, expertise, and passion are the bedrock of our success. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our mission and for constantly striving for excellence. You are the reason we’ve reached this milestone.

 

To our customers: Thank you for your trust in our products and for partnering with us to enhance safety in your operations. Your feedback drives our innovation, and your success is our greatest reward. We are committed to continuing to be your trusted partner.

 

To our partners: Your collaboration has been invaluable in expanding our reach and capabilities. We look forward to many more years of fruitful partnership.

 

To the community: We are proud to contribute to a safer world, one product at a time. We remain committed to responsible business practices and supporting the communities where we operate.

 

Here’s to the next chapter in protecting what matters most."

 

 

ENDS

 

About Detectamet

 

Detectamet is the world’s leading manufacturer of Metal Detectable and X-Ray Visible products designed to reduce the risk of foreign object contamination in food processing, pharmaceutical, and other sensitive manufacturing environments. With global availability, Detectamet’s mission is to safeguard consumers and support global manufacturing standards through innovation and quality.

 

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Website: www.detectamet.global