By Hanna Scott
Machine Vision Systems are an invaluable tool when it comes to manufacturing operations. They are often used to assist in detecting and monitoring different aspects of the production process, such as product quality, quantity, and the presence or absence of contaminants. These systems can be found in almost every industry, such as the automotive, chemical, electronics, and medical industries. But which companies are the top machine vision system manufacturers?
Cincinnati Automation Ltd.
Cincinnati Automation is a company that specializes in turnkey and standard machine vision systems, ad-hoc machine vision solutions, and automated assembly systems. The company is located in Florence, Kentucky and has been in business for over 24 years.
The company is led by GM Phillip Smith. During his tenure, he has grown the company from a machine vision integrator to a turnkey automated inspection technology provider. He attributes the milestone to his loyal customer base and the ever-changing industry.
Among the many accomplishments, he built a specialized macro lens on a 5MP camera. As part of the project, he also developed a highly technical bar code reading system.
Teledyne Technologies International Corp.
Teledyne Technologies International Corporation is a United States based manufacturer of electronics and instruments. The company is located in Thousand Oaks, California. It has been in business for 17 years. Currently, the company has four business segments. These are Instrumentation, Aerospace and Defense Electronics, Digital Imaging, and Engineered Systems.
The Instrumentation segment provides monitoring and control instruments for industrial, aerospace and defense, and other applications. The Digital Imaging segment offers cameras, sensors, and systems. In addition, the company has acquired two companies in the last five years.
Teledyne Technologies also offers enabling technologies for medical imaging, factory automation, deepwater oil exploration, oceanographic research, and air quality monitoring. Additionally, it provides a variety of harsh environment interconnect products and engineered systems for the defense and aerospace industries.
Omron Corp.
Omron Corporation is a world-renowned manufacturer of automation systems. Its products include safety and control components, electronic equipment, industrial robots, and various output devices. The company also provides systems for factory automation and medical devices.
Omron has head offices in Europe, Asia, and China, and is active in 120 countries around the globe. The company focuses on providing automation solutions that address emerging needs of society. A majority of its business is focused on the manufacturing of control equipment, sensors, and industrial automation. In addition to providing products, the company has also developed unique automation solutions that address a variety of applications.
Cognex Corp.
Cognex Corporation is a Massachusetts-based manufacturer of machine vision systems. It offers inspection solutions to virtually all manufacturing industries, from Aerospace to Document Processing and Printing. The company’s products include vision sensors, machine vision systems, barcode readers, and measurement equipment.
Cognex is headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts. It also has offices in Japan, Europe, and Southeast Asia. Cognex’s mission is to deliver intelligent guidance solutions for industrial production.
During the 1980s, Cognex achieved a significant position in the industry, developing innovative systems for machine vision applications. Cognex began selling machines for OEM clients in the semiconductor and electronics industries. However, the firm ran into technical difficulties with its early installations.
Zivid
Zivid is one of the top machine vision system companies in the world. With two decades of in-house research and development, they are bringing human-like vision to robotics and industry 4.0 applications. Their products range from industrial automation cameras to software for collaborative robotics. They have won numerous awards for their innovative products and technical features.
The company’s primary hardware product is a 3D CV camera. It offers exceptional 3D image quality, fast capture speed and a flexible working window. This product enables robotic picking in deeper bins.
The product is based on the established Zivid Two platform. It is light and has a long field of view.
Advanced Manufacturing Development
Machine vision is a technology that is used in industrial automation. The application of this technology has led to significant improvements in productivity and quality.
Vision systems can be incorporated into many different types of manufacturing processes. They can be installed on assembly lines, conveyors, or even in clean rooms. Having vision in machinery is important because it helps to identify faulty packaging or other defects.
In addition, machine vision can save time and money. It allows a manufacturer to monitor and control a system more easily. This can prevent production errors, increase returns, and enable manufacturers to meet regulations.
MV can be implemented to do anything from reading barcodes to measuring and inspecting products. It can also provide better protection for staff and the environment.
