This technology introduces an opportunity for manufacturing quality, uniform and consistent products to a degree not easily achieved with human or other optical inspection systems. Read More…
Leading Manufacturers
Cincinnati Automation Ltd.
Florence, KY | 859-371-5070When it comes to machine vision systems, we have the tools to get the job done right. We work hard to provide the best solutions and products to meet our customers’ demand. It is our goal to work with you from start to finish on all aspects of design and production. We will do our best to provide the solution to even your most challenging requirements. Find out more by contacting us today!
Koops, Inc.
Holland, MI | 616-795-8553Koops, Inc. is an innovative industry leader in conveyor systems. Our mission is to create conveyor systems that streamline the production process for our customers with high-precision movements. Our team works closely with each customer throughout the process to ensure our products fit their needs.
Boulder Imaging, Inc.
Louisville, CO | 303-604-2368Boulder Imaging Inc was founded in 1995 and is a privately held company that specializes in real-time and high frame-rate digital image acquisition processing and storage. We offer our customers our unique expertise and years of experience. Our can handle the toughest challenges to capture, process and analyze critical data for a wide range of organizations and applications. Let us work with you!
Retina Systems, Inc.
Seymour, CT | 203-881-1311Process control and quality assurance are possible through the laser and vision systems that Retina Systems designs and manufactures. Our worldwide used image analysis and machine vision inspection systems are used for sorting purposes, verification of multiple attributes and analysis of surface finishes. Our zero-defect turnkey inspection systems are 100% certified and feature retina vision.
3D Scan CamerasLaser inspection involves the use of a specific type of photoelectric sensor that employs a highly focused beam of light to detect surface defects at a microscopic level, count parts as they move through production and scan codes or serial numbers as needed for a given application. While other vision inspection systems are also used to this extent, many industries prefer lasers which offer non destructive mechanical and structural evaluation for parts, equipment, repairs and products.
Aerospace, warehouse, pharmaceutical, automotive, food processing, communications, and retail industries among others rely heavily upon laser inspection services in conjunction with vision sensors and software. With such broad capabilities, it is important to consider the performance specifications of a given laser inspection system with regards for its intended use in the industrial or commercial sector.
Common concerns include sensing mode, detecting range, position measurement window, resolution, available memory and response time. Properly applied laser inspection technology allows for the partial or fully automated sequencing of in-process and in-line testing and surveillance of products and materials.
The word laser is actually an acronym for "light amplification of stimulated emission of radiation." While many different wavelengths and types of lasers are widely available they share common features. The light produced by a laser is a coherent, monochromatic and highly directional. Furthermore, these beams do not expand over long distances as does ordinary light. This is important as it allows the extreme accuracy required in laser inspection applications.
Accurate results are not, however, achieved by the use of lasers alone. Instead, the devices are used in conjunction with vision sensors, processors and vision software to provide manufacturers with the complete data set for an object, component or material. The function of these photoelectric emitters and receivers is relatively straightforward. A mirror is used to direct a focused beam of consistent wavelength towards the surface of the item to be examined.
The light is then reflected back in varying amounts and intensities which are measured by pre-programmed software which collects the data and translates it into a user friendly readout. Fully automated systems go a step further and use this data to engage machines or robotics to remove defective components or sort parts as needed. Some laser inspection applications require that every item be passed under the device, while others select samples at random. Although the latter leaves some room for error, it is sufficient in most settings and still provides more adequate coverage than visual inspections by the workforce.
