Irradiating a product can be done in 3 efficient ways: using an electron beam , an X-Ray, or gamma.
E-Beam vs X-Ray
Conversion Comparison
E-Beam is 10-40 times more efficient. There are fewer conversions for an E-Beam system where energy is lost.
Throughput Comparison
E-Beam is 30 times more penetrating. The conveyor is able to run at a higher speed allowing for more product to be irradiated in a shorter period of time.