Machine Vision Systems

Machine Vision Systems Description:

Machine vision uses image capture and analysis to automate tasks such as inspection, gauging, and counting, in addition to reading barcodes and optical characters (OCR). While human inspectors can visually inspect parts to judge the quality of workmanship, machine vision systems use advanced hardware and software components to perform these functions at higher speeds, reliably, and with greater precision.

Machine vision system inspection consists of narrowly defined tasks such as counting objects on a conveyor, reading serial numbers, and searching for surface defects. Manufacturers often prefer machine vision systems for visual inspections that require high speed, high magnification, around-the-clock operation, and/or repeatability of measurements.

For example, semiconductor fabrication depends greatly on vision inspection technology, without which yields for computer chips would be significantly reduced.  Machine vision systems inspect silicon wafers, processor chips, and sub-components such as resistors and capacitors at high speeds with precision and accuracy.

Common Application Examples:

• Color matching
• Sub Assembly verification
• Die attach bond inspection
• Location & alignment for pick and place
• Ball grid array inspection
• Measure solder paste levels
• Wafer positioning
• Robotic guidance
• Test tube cap and color inspection
• Vial reading verification
• Quality checking
• Package integrity

Microscan holds one of the world’s most robust patent portfolios for machine vision technology, including hardware design, software algorithms and machine vision lighting. This comprehensive product line makes Microscan uniquely positioned to provide complete vision solutions to a broad range of user levels and applications.

Microscan is in continual development of our Visionscape hardware and software as well as our NERLITE® machine vision lighting products, to ensure we provide cutting edge technology and the most complete offerings for machine vision applications.

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