Cognex Corp.
Natick, MA 01760 2059
Feb 12, 2007 Providing color detection in automated inspection and quality assurance applications, VisionPro® PC-Vision Systems include dedicated tools for color sorting, color identification, and color monitoring. Color machine vision inspection can be used in food industry to detect spoilage and determine fat content of meat products; in beverage manufacturing to verify label, cap, and product color; and in pharmaceutical manufacturing to identify tablets and capsules.

ipd, the intelligent products division of Coreco Imaging, Inc.
Billerica, MA 01821
Nov 17, 2006 Housed in DIN mountable enclosure, Model VA15 features remote small-format camera with 640 x 480 sensor resolution. State of each input and output is reflected by associated LED on front of unit. Pre-installed iNspect software is exposed through standard web browser on connecting network computer, providing connect-and-go capability. Appliance is equipped with Gigabit-compliant network connection that allows real-time image feed to web browser.

Boston Scientific Corp.
Natick, MA 01760
Oct 12, 2006 Used in conjunction with FLEX 10® surgical ablation probe, FLEXView(TM) System enables physicians to perform stand-alone ablation procedures in closed chest environment with direct visualization of procedure at all times. Surgeons can also perform unilateral ablation, minimizing invasiveness of procedure. Specialized routing and retrieval tools can cut overall procedure by 30 minutes or more.

Tyzx, Inc.
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Oct 06, 2006 DeepSea G2 Stereo Vision System consists of multi-purpose, embedded stereo camera that can be deployed in commercial and defense robots, automobiles, or networked together into person-tracking security systems. It integrates 2 CMOS imagers, stereo image processing ASIC, and FPGA implementing vision primitives with DSP/co-processor and embedded PowerPC running Linux. System transforms incoming image data into 3D object maps.

Flexbar Machine Corp.
Islandia, NY 11722
Sep 12, 2006 Not requiring conventional stage or encoders, VµMaster manual 2D vision system features floating high resolution mega-pixel measuring camera whose position is determined by second camera moving in unison, reading X,Y scale. System offers 7.5 micron measurement anywhere within 16 x 12 in. measuring range and uses video edge detection to calculate standard geometric features. Device measures 25 x 30 x 26½ in., and is supplied with integrated PC and 19 in. LCD monitor.

Starrett, L.S., Co., The
Athol, MA 01331 1915
Aug 14, 2006 Galileo EZ compact manual vision system features live video camera feed and automatic edge detection via Metronics QC300 Digital Readout. System includes mechanical bearing with (X-Y-Z) measuring stage of 8 x 4 x 6 in. or 12 x 6 x 5 in., 6 to 1 zoom video optics, dual-output 150 W fiber-optic illumination, and collimated substage light. Maximum workload is 20 lb, and granite base design ensures accuracy of E1 = 2.5+7L/100 and X-Y resolution of .00002 in.

Panasonic Electric Works Corporation of America
New Providence, NJ 07974
May 23, 2006 Monochrome Vision System PV310 offers 13 pre-processing image functions together with 360° low contrast matching function or flaw checker to detect defects on uneven surfaces. It features auto area adjustment that automatically adjusts inspection area to cover workpiece and branch execution function that switches routines depending on inspection checker results.

Volpi Manufacturing USA
Auburn, NY 13021
May 17, 2006 FlexLens is available with 1-4 arms, each arm transmitting image back through FlexLens system into C-mounted camera. Images can then be combined or processed individually. Integrated LED-based illumination suits applications with short working distance, and optional fiber optic illumination is used where more light is required. Each arm can be ordered with independently focusable optics to address instances where each view has different required working distance.

Value Engineering Alliance, The
Cambridge, MA 02139-4772
Feb 15, 2006 Developed as identification component for Data Matrix decoding applications, PIATI(TM)_PGP software delivers decoding results while operating in automatic mode that requires no manual setting of parameters. Suited for comprehensive vision application development, it can also function in integrated, stand-alone matrix code readers. Available as MS Windows DLL and Linux library, PIATI_PGP can be made compatible with other operating systems and implementation platforms.

Mitutoyo America Corp.
Aurora, IL 60504 9176
Oct 25, 2005 Offering XY travels of 200 x 170 mm and 300 x 170 mm, respectively, QUICK IMAGE® Series QI-2017RL and QI-3017RL employ bilateral telecentric lens train capable of focusing on multiple surface levels at same time. With 32 x 24 mm field of view, systems can completely capture images of workpieces with varying thickness and levels in one view. Mega-pixel CCD color cameras capture elevations and contours with accuracy for viewing, inspection, or analysis on PC.

Lenox Instrument Co.
Trevose, PA 19053 3427
Jul 26, 2005 Lenox/Pultz high-temperature CCTV video camera systems provide plant engineers and operators views of burner flames, material alignment and movement, and other process conditions. Mounted directly through wall, flush with exterior wall of furnace or other combustion chamber, or for pan-and-tilt control, products are offered with stainless-steel or aluminum housings that handle temperatures to 4,250 and 500°F, respectively. Both use CCD color camera.

Banner Engineering Corp.
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Jun 30, 2005 Performing up to 1,200 inspections/min, P4 EDGE 1.3 uses 1,280 x 1,024 pixel imager to capture minute details of multiple features at ranges from a few inches to several feet. Self-contained system is available with in-line and right-angle lens positions, and mounting brackets facilitate attachment to machines or conveyors. Operating on 10-30 Vdc, sensor is available with various lighting and C-mount lensing options to meet application needs.

Mitutoyo America Corp.
Aurora, IL 60504 9176
May 11, 2005 Quick Vision Apex® Series CNC video measuring systems are equipped with black and white or color cameras and offer illumination options of programmable ring lights with halogen ring-fiber or white/RGB LED. With 0.1 µm resolution, models are available with measuring ranges from 200 x 200 x 200 mm to 600 x 650 x 250 mm. Along with QVPAK® software, machines incorporate pattern focusing function and programmable power turret tube lens or programmable power zoom lens.

Xtralis Inc.
Norwell, MA 02061
May 09, 2005 ADPRO FastTrace v2.0 secure, remote, off-site video transmission and verification system archives up to 120 days of video recorded at 1 ips on up to 20 cameras. Along with intelligent, interactive management software and compression algorithm capability, system features secondary back-up communication channel, tamper detection, and ability to log all site actions. Other features include Preset on Alarm, Zone Isolation, and Total Systems Integrity.

Xtralis Inc.
Norwell, MA 02061
Apr 27, 2005 Compliant with BS8418 standard, ADPRO FastTrace multi-site video security system features zone isolation capability, PTZ presets, arming/disarming function, secure video transmission, and alarm verification. SitePulse feature works over existing IP lines to continuously watch alarm status. VESDA LaserFOCUS 500 provides smoke detection for business-critical spaces of less than 5,000 ft². Both products include 10MAX voice evacuation system controller.

SICK, Inc.
Bloomington, MN 55438
Mar 28, 2005 Utilizing vision-based technology, Model V 4000 offers point-of-operation safeguarding on press brake machines in metalworking and automotive applications. System mounts on upper beam of press brake and provides safeguarding during fast downward movement of punch. It creates safety volume below die that is constantly monitored for intrusion. Output Signal Switching Device provides signal to switch off machine as soon as intruding object is detected.

Omron Electronics, LLC
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Jan 19, 2005 Featuring 1 million pixel digital camera, F500 stores up to 200 images in compact flash that can then be transmitted in batches to permanent storage. Its 2 separate processors, one for judgment and one for communication, allow system to transmit images and be accessed from remote sites without slowing down operating inspection rates. With support for operation in IT networks, unit is suited for various inspection applications.

Banner Engineering Corp.
Minneapolis, MN 55441
May 07, 2003 LX Series light screen combines each diode of electronics system as part of up to 11 light beams that generate nearly solid crosshatch pattern. Achieving detection of objects as small as 0.025 in., series offers response speeds as low as 0.8 msec. Available in 3, 6, or 12 in. sensor lengths, series offers aluminum housing with T-slot. Offered with bipolar NPN and PNP outputs, 10 to 30 Vdc series opposed-mode sensing light screens have max output of 150 mA.

Big Kaiser Precision Tooling, Inc.
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Feb 18, 2003 STP-34 EzVision delivers .0003 in. accuracy at 12 in., with display resolution of .0001 in. Thermo-balanced and artificially aged pearlitic cast-iron structures ensure that equipment is isostatic and will not deform over time or temperature change. Digital tool sensing removes potential for error inherent in manual systems. System measures tool diameter up to 12 in. and tool length up to 16 in. It offers data memory for 250 zero set points and 1,000 nominal tool dimensions.

Leutrek Vision, Inc.
Burlington, MA 01803
Nov 19, 2002 LVmPC works with virtually any type of camera by using existing interfaces on internal PC motherboard or through optional frame grabber or PCMCIA adaptor cards. Up to 4 user-selected PMC add-in cards can be used simultaneously. LVmPC is 100% PC compatible and runs Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP + Embedded versions, Linux, or VxWorks. It utilizes Pentium III processor with 512k cache and Intel I815E chipset.