Machine Vision Systems suit plant floor applications.
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Measuring 8 x 7 x 3 in., NetSight II integrated machine vision systems combine processing engine with camera interface, flexible software tools, and industrial communications. Architecture supports simultaneous image acquisition from multiple cameras. Features include Ethernet, USB, Firewire, parallel, serial, and audio communications connections; 3 synchronous progressive scan analog inputs; 16 user-defined I/O; status LEDs; and 24 Vdc power input.
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ipd Introduces New NetSight II Integrated Machine Vision Systems
Designed for quick and easy implementation on the factory floor, these robust, yet cost-effective, systems incorporate such performance capabilities as multiple camera support and numerous standard communications and I/O features
BILLERICA, MA (December 2, 2003) - ipd, the intelligent products division of Coreco Imaging, Inc., announces the release of its NetSight II integrated machine vision systems. Designed for rapid deployment in plant floor applications, these robust industrial vision systems offer a range of advanced performance capabilities in a compact (8" x 7" x 3"), cost-effective package.
"Non-real-time operating systems and delays caused by network traffic are two areas where both industrial PCs and smart cameras can become out of sync with the items on a production line, possibly rejecting good items and passing failed items," said Steve Geraghty, Director of ipd. "NetSight II systems were designed from the ground up to overcome these and other problems that end users face when they try to implement PC/frame grabber or smart camera solutions in a production environment."
The fully integrated NetSight systems combine a powerful processing engine with a high-performance camera interface, flexible software tools and industrial communications. NetSight II's unique architecture supports simultaneous image acquisition from multiple cameras, allowing the vision systems to be implemented in complex and/or high-speed applications.
NetSight II incorporates a variety of standard factory interfaces, including:
· Ethernet, USB, Firewire, parallel, serial and audio communications connections. NetSight II is also OPC compatible for open connectivity into the factory environment;
· Sixteen user-defined I/O (DSUB connector for easy wiring). NetSight II's advanced I/O, which can be used for PLC interfacing or inspection control with real-time determinism, functions independently of the operating system to deliver greater accuracy and inspection reliability;
· Status LEDs for "black-box" applications;
· 24 VDC power input.
NetSight II systems are supported by ipd's Sherlock "point and click" graphical software environment that simplifies the development and deployment of machine vision solutions. For integrators designing custom software interfaces, NetSight II provides an extensive library of machine vision and pattern-matching tools.
With three synchronous progressive scan analog inputs, a 400 Mbps Firewire port, Sherlock vision software and compatibility with the Windows® embedded XP operating system, NetSight II provides a powerful, integrated system that can be applied to a diverse range of industrial applications.
NetSight II integrated machine vision systems are available now. For more information about NetSight II and ipd's other product offerings, please visit the company's web site, www.goipd.com.
About ipd
ipd's mission is simple: to provide robust, intelligent and easy-to-use machine vision solutions to improve quality throughout the manufacturing process. Headquartered in Billerica, MA, ipd manufactures pre-packaged solutions that combine proven technologies with practical interfaces for end users and systems integrators worldwide. ipd offers three product lines that simplify machine vision tasks: application-specific vision appliances, the proven Sherlock software environment and the NetSight family of general-purpose machine vision systems and cameras. ipd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Coreco Imaging (St. Laurent, Canada), a leader in the design and development of hardware and software for high-performance computer vision applications.
ipd
900 Middlesex Turnpike
Building 8, Floor 2
Billerica, MA 01821
Tel: 978-670-2002
Fax: 978-670-2010
http://www.goipd.com
