Confocal 3D line sensors detect multilayer surfaces
15.08.2022 – With the Gocator 5500 Series, LCI (Line Confocal Imaging) technology is integrated into the Gocator 3D smart sensor family with laser and fringe light projection.
Inspection of IR emitters in the far-field range
15.08.2022 – The VTC 2400 from Instrument Systems is a high-resolution infrared camera designed for 2-D far-field analysis of the radiant intensity distribution of VCSELs and IR emitters.
Weld seam inspection with system
12.08.2022 – Polytec adds the weld seam control systems of the Canadian manufacturer Xiris Automation to its portfolio.
CAD-supported tool for the automatic planning of inspections
11.08.2022 – Israeli intelligent visual inspection company Kitov.ai has simplified the setup of robotic vision inspection systems with CAD2SCAN, a CAD-based tool for automatic inspection planning.
Mobile Cobot inspection system
11.08.2022 – With the PAM system - Portable Automated Measurement System - IBS Quality presents a transportable scanning, measuring and inspection solution.
Complete solution for industrial applications
10.08.2022 – Bicker Elektronik offers coordinated Power+Board bundles consisting of power supply, mainboard and accessories in industrial quality.
Product inspection now available as an inline solution
10.08.2022 – The AVI system from Kitov and its German sales partner Atecare Service is now also available as an inline-capable solution. The artificial intelligence (AI)-based Kitov Inline can be used for fully automated intelligent inspection of the final quality of devices and enclosures in a line production.
Photoelectric sensors for hygiene-critical applications
09.08.2022 – Contrinex is expanding its range of photoelectric sensors with M12M and M18M devices in metal housings. The sensors are equipped with ASIC technology and an IO-Link interface. Due to their robustness, they are particularly suitable for hygiene-critical applications.
Software update for testing sensors
08.08.2022 – The sensors of the Visor series enable complex linking of detection results. The extended possibilities of result processing are part of a software upgrade.
Sensor system detects contours and corrects shadows
08.08.2022 – The Contour2D sensor system enables the detection of conveyor belt utilisation with the R2000 Lidar sensor.
Advanced AI software detects even smaller defects
04.08.2022 – The camera manufacturer announces the availability of Sapera Vision Software Edition 2022-05. The upgrades include the Astrocyte TM graphical AI training tools and the Sapera Processing image processing and AI library tool.
Depth camera for close-up range
04.08.2022 – The supplier of image processing components is expanding its D400 series with the Intel Realsense TM depth camera. It was developed primarily for short distances and delivers accuracy in the sub-millimetre range.
Modular system for optical quality assurance
The manufacturer and developer of the Optisort testing and sorting machines produces individual solutions based on its own machine construction kit.
IP camera tracks back disturbances
03.08.2022 – The LCAM 308 IP camera monitors hidden areas on stacker cranes and conveyor lines. Operators of logistics centres can trace back events and rectify faults.
System-on-Chips (SoCs)-Based Camera Modules
01.08.2022 – The company has developed two embedded vision camera modules based on Ambarella's CV series system-on-chips (SoCs) that support resolutions from 1080p up to 8K, integrated CNN/DNN processing and multi-sensor inputs.
Real-Time Material Detection with Hyperspectral Camera and Data Processing Platform
01.08.2022 – The image processing expert presents the EVK ALPHA G100 edge computing platform in combination with the EVK HELIOS EC32 hyperspectral camera.
Frame Grabber Series for High Bandwidths
29.07.2022 – The Gidel Hawkeye-CL frame grabber family is Camera Link Rev. 2.0 compliant and supports all 80-bit Camera Link modes.
Universal Software for Deep Learning, 2D and 3D Image Processing
29.07.2022 – The PC-based image processing software for optical inspection, Vision Commander Gen V1.5, supports 2D and 3D cameras as well as scanners from a wide range of manufacturers. The software can perform up to eight inspections in parallel in separate viewing windows.
Advanced Anomaly Detection Using AI
28.07.2022 – Halcon 22.05 is a further development of the deep-learning technology anomaly detection and thus optimises quality assurance
All-in-One Solution Receives US Patent
27.07.2022 – The Led lighting manufacturer has been awarded patent number US 11,328,380 B2 for its machine vision innovation, the Do All Light.
AI-Based Code Readers With Self-Optimisation
27.07.2022 – The DMR410/420 code readers with automatic optimisation of the reading strategy enable high process reliability.
Advanced Collaborative Robot Compatibility
27.07.2022 – To simplify the transition to automation, Creaform, a business unit of Ametek, introduces the version of the VXscan-R software modules
Beyond Visible Cameras Expand the Usable Range of Light
26.07.2022 – The company has launched its Beyond Visible range of extended wavelength cameras.
Two lenses in One for Thermal Imaging Cameras
The Flex View DFOV camera lens saves time and increases the inspection accuracy of the Flir Axxx and Txxx series thermal imaging cameras.
High-Speed CoaXPress Camera for Industrial Machine Vision
The company has developed the Eosens 21CXP2 to complement its high-speed CoaXPress camera series.
Multi-Camera Image Processing Systems for Rack and Control Cabinet
20.07.2022 – With Vicosys 19001 and Vicosys 6300 Compact, the company presents two multi-camera systems for industrial image processing.
Vending Machines for Ice Cream
Ice machines in swimming pools, amusement parks or service areas provide cooling on hot days. The selection and payment at the current generation of machines is anything but a pleasure. Seco Manufaktur wants to change this with its Secomat IC One Indoor.
The perfect wave
It takes enormous electromechanical forces to create up to 1,000 ocean-like waves per hour in Wavegarden's artificial surfing lagoons. A channel-free wiring system creates space for the numerous frequency converters and also ensures that the control cabinet climate is homogenized.
Decentralized frequency converter
29.06.2022 - The new decentralized frequency converter series DGM Modular is intended for controlling asynchronous motors and synchronous reluctance motors.
Automated servo press
29.06.2022 - Automating the loading and unloading of machines increases efficiency in production - especially if the subsequent manual visual inspection also runs automatically. AI-pro develops individual solutions for this and supplements machines such as the servo press from Tox Pressotechnik with robots and artificial intelligence.
XYZ positioning system for semiconductor inspection
29.06.2022 - Steinmeyer Mechatronik developed the XYZ positioning system for automated inspection specifically for the quality control of large wafers, probe cards and printed circuit boards.
Modular high-torque gearbox for heavy-duty use
Nabtesco is expanding the Neco series with sizes for heavy-duty applications.
Gear motor with high energy efficiency
29.06.2022 - The Duodrive from Nord Drivesystems is an integrated geared motor concept in a hygienic wash-down design and now covers a power range of up to 3 kW.
Improved brushed DC motors
29.06.2022 - Dunkermotoren has improved the thermal management and corrosion resistance of the GR series brushed DC motors.
3D Sensor Allrounder for the Inspection of Beverage Containers
28.06.2022 – Automation Technology offers its C5-2040CS 3D compact sensor for the inspection of beverage containers, a sensor that can be used as an all-rounder for bottle and can inspection.
