Vision Appliance suits gauging applications.
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iGauge can start, load, or import previously configured solutions; adjust sensor focus, brightness, and contrast; and calibrate to real-world coordinates. Images/inspection parameters are recorded for process debug and analysis. It provides measurements to within 1/10th of 1 pixel on fixed or rotationally oriented parts, automatically compensating for lighting and contrast variations as well as lens and perspective distortion. Unit executes up to 1,800 measurements/min.
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ipd's New iGauge Vision Appliance Provides Unprecedented Ease of Use In Gauging Applications
BILLERICA, MA (November 19, 2002) - ipd, the Intelligent Products Division of Coreco Imaging, today announced the release of iGauge, the first product in the company's line of user-friendly, task-specific vision appliances. iGauge combines ease of use, accuracy and a robust feature set in a small package for applications that require precise optical measurements, including point positions, lines, angles, hole diameter and roundness.
"In keeping with the philosophy behind our vision appliances, iGauge brings a new level of simplicity to applications that have traditionally required experienced developers, integrators and users," said Steve Geraghty, Vice President of Coreco Imaging and Director of ipd. "iGauge is a plug-and-play, pre-packaged gauging solution that allows manufacturers to realize the proven benefits of machine vision technology with a minimum investment in expertise, training and time."
iGauge features an intuitive, point-and-click interface that allows users to quickly and easily implement gauging applications-its complex technology and machine vision algorithms are completely hidden. Users are guided through a series of setup screens that allow them to:
o Start, load or import a previously configured solution;
o Adjust sensor focus, brightness and contrast to achieve optimum image settings;
o Calibrate to real-world coordinates;
o Define gauging tasks by making measurements on automatically extracted edge points that become visible as the mouse is moved across an image. Users can easily apply pass, fail and warning tolerances for each measurement, yielding greater accuracy and better quality products;
o Formulate decisions via a simple table based on user-defined inspection criteria for output controls; for example, activating the "reject" output when one or more defined measurements are outside of specified tolerances;
o Record images and/or inspection parameters for process debug and analysis;
o Configure inputs that trigger inspection events or outputs that control such external equipment as PLCs and rejectors. iGauge also offers direct control of rejected products for simple applications that don't require a PLC.
iGauge provides highly accurate measurements to within 1/10th of a pixel on either fixed or rotationally oriented parts. The product automatically compensates for lighting and contrast variations, and for lens and perspective distortion. iGauge is housed in a rugged, industrial enclosure rated for 50°C operating environments and can execute up to 1,800 measurements per minute.
Users access iGauge through a standard web browser, enabling them to configure, remotely monitor and debug their applications - no additional software installation is required. iGauge is available with either an integrated CMOS sensor or an external CCD interface that supports specific industry-proven cameras. A dedicated display output allows users to focus the camera and perform a runtime check prior to running the application.
Pricing for iGauge starts at $3,000, and the product will be available in December, 2002. More information about ipd and its product offerings can be found on 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, development, manufacturing and marketing of hardware and software for high-performance computer vision applications.
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Billerica, MA 01821
Tel: 978-670-2000
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http://www.goipd.com
