Steve Gidman

President

Since founding Fortress Technology Inc. in 1996, Steve Gidman has guided the company’s evolution from a single metal detector built in his home garage into a global supplier of advanced product inspection systems. Today, Fortress inspection systems operate in over 50 countries, supported by manufacturing and service facilities in Canada, the UK, Brazil and New Zealand. Under Steve’s leadership, Fortress Technology draws on decades of hands-on engineering expertise to prioritize the development of reliable, high-performance metal detection, checkweighing and X-ray inspection systems that help food producers meet evolving regulatory and retailer standards worldwide. His commitment to innovative design, customer-specific solutions and long-term equipment performance has positioned Fortress Technology as a trusted partner in the food safety industry.


All Sessions by Steve Gidman

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Day 1: Apr 9, 2025

Day 2: Apr 10, 2025

1:45 pm

INDUSTRY EXPERT

Advantages of Combining Product Inspection Technologies

Building a strong, effective food safety program requires a clear understanding of the technologies used to detect contaminants, verify product weight and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.  Explore how combining inspection technologies contribute to food safety and product quality at different stages of production.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the core principles behind metal detection, checkweighing and X-ray inspection technologies.
  • Learn how to assess which technology, or combination of technologies, is best suited for different products and production environments.
  • Factors to consider when selecting, integrating, and positioning inspection equipment in your facility
  • Gain insight into best practices for equipment placement, data collection and integration to support a comprehensive, data-driven food safety program.

Enhance your understanding of inspection technology and how it supports a proactive approach to food safety and quality management.