Why Every Vision Engineer Needs an Extension Tube Set
Posted on: 19-04-2025
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| Marcel Heugen
Why an Extension Tube Set Belongs in Every Vision Engineer’s ToolkitIn industrial machine vision, the ability to detect the smallest details is often crucial. Whether inspecting fiducials on a printed circuit board, identifying microcracks in glass, or analyzing the surface texture of textiles, magnification plays a vital role. One of the simplest tools to achieve this is often overlooked: the extension tube set.An extension tube is an optically neutral, cylindrical component mounted between t...
Lighting Controllers in Machine Vision: Key to Accurate Industrial Inspection
Posted on: 11-04-2025
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| Natascha Overhof
Lighting Controllers in Machine Vision: The Smart Directors Behind Industrial InspectionIn industrial machine vision, cameras and algorithms often take the spotlight. However, behind every sharp and consistent image is a carefully controlled lighting setup. One component that plays a central role in this process, yet is frequently overlooked, is the lighting controller. It is the core element that brings stability, precision, and flexibility to any vision system.Whether the application involves ...
LightFlexFit Mounting Solution: The Smart Choice for Machine Vision Lighting Mounting
Posted on: 03-04-2025
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| Christian Crompvoets
LightFlexFit Mounting Solution: Smart Machine Vision Lighting Mounting for Any SituationProper lighting mounting in a machine vision setup is often an underestimated challenge. Especially when integrating into existing or compact production lines, correctly positioning the lighting in relation to the camera and the inspected object is far from straightforward. That’s exactly why the LightFlexFit mounting solution was developed – an innovative, space-saving solution for reliable machine visio...
5 Side Vision Inspection Module for Accurate Semiconductor Back-End Processes
Posted on: 02-04-2025
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| Marcel Heugen
Boost Quality Control with 5 Side Vision Inspection for Semiconductor Back-End ProcessesPrecision Vision Inspection for Semiconductor ManufacturingIn today’s competitive semiconductor industry, quality and precision are non-negotiable. A single defect in a microchip can compromise entire systems, costing manufacturers time, money, and reputation. That’s why vision inspection has become a critical component of semiconductor back-end processes.The 5 Side Vision Inspection Module offers a revol...
What Is a Machine Vision Filter? Types and Benefits Explained
Posted on: 13-03-2025
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| Natascha Overhof
What Is a Machine Vision Filter? Explanation and Benefits of Bandpass, Longpass, Shortpass, and Polarizing FiltersA well-designed machine vision system stands or falls with image contrast and quality. One of the most powerful — and often underrated — tools to enhance image quality is the machine vision filter. Whether you're working on inspection, quality control, or robotic guidance, the right filter can be the difference between a usable image and a failed measurement.In this article, we ex...
Machine Vision Lighting: The Key to Accurate Inspection and Efficiency
Posted on: 05-03-2025
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| Christian Crompvoets
Optimize Your Machine Vision System with the right LightingWhy Machine Vision Lighting is Essential for Your System Machine vision lighting plays a crucial role in industrial image processing. It determines the quality and consistency of captured images and directly influences system performance. Whether for quality control, object detection, or measurements, the right lighting ensures better contrast, reduced reflections, and optimal feature recognition.Types of Machine Vision Lighting Differen...
Techday: The Power of Machine Vision AI – 20 maart in Eindhoven!
Posted on: 24-02-2025
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| Marcel Heugen
🚀 Techday: The Power of Machine Vision AI – March 20 in Eindhoven!Are you active in the manufacturing industry or machine building and want to discover how to leverage Machine Vision AI? Then you can't miss this exclusive Techday on March 20!Advantech and Vision Consultancy are hosting an inspiring Machine Vision AI Techday in Best, specifically for engineers, quality engineers, and engineering/quality managers. During this event, you'll gain in-depth insights into the capabilities of AI-power...
Precision Connector Inspection and Pin Inspection with 3D Machine Vision
Posted on: 23-02-2025
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| Marcel Heugen
Precise Connector Inspection with 3D Machine Vision and EVT EyeVision SoftwareThe Importance of Connector InspectionConnectors are an essential component in electronic and electromechanical systems. Errors such as bent pins, incorrect alignment, or missing pins can lead to malfunctions and quality issues. A precise connector inspection using 3D Machine Vision prevents such defects and ensures reliable connections across various industries, including the electronics and automotive sectors.3D Mach...
Optimize Quality with Metal Stamping Cameras for Stamping Inspection
Posted on: 22-02-2025
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| Natascha Overhof
Stamping Inspection: Ensuring Precision and Quality in Metal StampingMetal stamping is a critical manufacturing process used across various industries, including automotive, medtech, and electronics. To guarantee the highest level of accuracy and efficiency, stamping inspection plays a vital role in monitoring and maintaining quality. Utilizing advanced optical quality inspection systems, manufacturers can ensure that every stamped component meets stringent industry standards.The Role of Metal S...
Machine Vision Software: Hardware-Independent 2D & 3D Vision for Industrial Automation
Posted on: 19-02-2025
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| Marcel Heugen
Machine Vision Software: Hardware-Independent Solution for 2D and 3D Vision Vision Machine Vision Software EyeVision offers a powerful, hardware-independent solution for industrial automation, inspection, and robotic vision. Whether you need 2D or 3D vision tools, EyeVision seamlessly integrates with any commercially available camera, including line scan, matrix, 3D, and thermal cameras. This flexibility reduces costs and avoids compatibility issues, making it the ideal choice for scalable ...
Improve Your Golf Technique with a Professional Golf Swing Camera
Posted on: 11-02-2025
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| Christian Crompvoets
Optimize Your Golf Technique with a Swing Analysis CameraGolf is a sport where intelligence, precision, and foresight come together. To maximize your performance on the course, mastering the perfect swing is essential. This applies not only to full swings with different clubs but also to putting, chipping, pitching, and bunker shots. Since a golf stroke activates up to 178 muscles, mastering golf technique is one of the most complex skills to develop.Why a Golf Camera is Essential for Your Swing...
Enhancing Efficiency in the Food and Beverage Industry with Stationary Industrial Barcode Scanners
Posted on: 03-02-2025
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| Natascha Overhof
Enhancing Efficiency in the Food and Beverage Industry with Datalogic’s Matrix Stationary Industrial ScannersOptimizing Barcode Scanning for Maximum ProductivityThe food and beverage industry relies on fast, accurate, and reliable barcode scanning to maintain high-quality standards and streamline operations. With constantly evolving government compliance regulations, increasing demands for brand consistency, and the need for efficient warehousing, manufacturers must adopt advanced scanning sol...
Why a Telecentric Lens Is Essential for Automotive, Semiconductor & Pharmaceutical Machine Vision
Posted on: 31-01-2025
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| Marcel Heugen
Why a Telecentric Lens Is Essential for Automotive, Semiconductor & Pharmaceutical Machine VisionMachine vision has become a cornerstone of modern manufacturing processes. From automatic quality checks in the automotive industry to wafer inspections in semiconductor production, the right optical solution can make or break the accuracy of your system. This is where a Telecentric Lens comes into play. In this blog, we’ll explain why a Telecentric Lens significantly outperforms standard fixed...
RICOH becomes OPTOWL
Posted on: 27-01-2025
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| Christian Crompvoets
Exciting Changes Ahead: RICOH Industrial Solutions Becomes OPTOWLBig changes are coming in the next few days and weeks! The well-known brand RICOH Industrial Solutions is being transformed into OPTOWL, and you’ll soon see this new name appearing in our webshop. Step by step, the name RICOH Industrial Solutions will disappear, making way for the next generation of high-quality products under the OPTOWL brand.But don’t worry! The quality you’re used to will remain the same—or even improve....
Effortless and Secure Installation of Fixed Industrial Barcode Readers with Swivellink
Posted on: 18-01-2025
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| Marcel Heugen
The Key to Efficient Barcode Scanning in Industrial ApplicationsIn modern industrial environments, fixed industrial barcode readers have become indispensable for ensuring seamless automation, product traceability, and operational efficiency. These scanners provide high-speed, high-accuracy barcode reading for applications in manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics. However, while setting up barcode scanning software has become increasingly user-friendly, the challenge often lies in properly mo...
