Vision inspection systems aka machine vision systems, are automated devices providing companies with a thorough image-based (visual) inspection of the items they are producing. They may use 2D or 3D technology to accomplish this task. This provides companies with the capability of reducing errors and preventing defective parts. These devices are a highly accurate form of quality control.
What They Can Do
These systems are intelligent technology. They come with one or more cameras. Options include audio and lighting. The role of these systems is to ensure quality control. They can perform the following functions to accomplish this:
- The measurement of components
- The recognition of the shapes of the objects
- Sorting of parts
- Confirming all components are in the right position
- Can activate an operator to make the correct adjustments
Visual inspection systems can perform these functions at a high speeds.
Industries and Industrial Applications
The applications of such inspection systems embrace a number of concerns. In fact, they are applicable wherever issues of quality require monitoring and confirmation. However, because of the wide range of industrial applications possible, it is important to design and engineer the systems to meet the demands of each industry. These systems must work, after all, within a currently existing production system.
Today, they are available in many industries including:
- Automation
- Automotive
- Consumer goods
- Electronics
- Food and beverage
- Life sciences
- Medical imaging
- Packaging
- Pharmaceuticals
- Robotics
- Semiconductors
In addition to quality control, industries understand the ability of a visual inspection system to help automate and streamline their manufacturing processes.
Vision Inspection Systems
When it comes to quality control and increased uptime as well as economic savings, many industries are turning to visual inspection systems. Their capabilities allow manufacturing and packaging concerns to improve quality control. Their ability to inspect all components ensures the products meet the expectations, specifications, and requirements of customers.