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DOT Code: 920.687-050

Industry: beverage; can. & preserv.
Alternate Titles: seam checker

Inspects lid seams of closed food or beverage cans to ascertain if lids conform to sealing specifications: Collects random samples of filled cans discharged by closing machine. Cuts out center of lid, using can opener, and empties contents. Measures thickness of lid seam, using micrometer. Removes crimped edge of lid (lid hook), using pliers, and measures thickness of crimped edge of can wall (can hook), using micrometer. Records measurements of seam and can hook. May measure thickness of bottom seam prior to filling operations. May empty contents of defective cans into new cans and place on closing-machine conveyor.

GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77