Machine Vision Blog: Sensors, Systems, and Software

If you want to see a vision sensor in action, watch this brief video where I show you how easy it is to use Checker on your production line.

Machine vision is hard. Your vision system, however, should be easy.  Setting up applications, creating custom operator interfaces and administering your vision system network should be a simple straightforward process.

Companies that effectively utilize robotic systems can increase throughput and lower production costs..

Vibratory bowl feeders are the most common devices used in Factory Automation to feed individual components into an industrial assembly line.   You will find them in many industries such as automotive, pharmaceutical, electronics, and packaging. 

As the product manager for Checker, I am often asked the difference between a vision sensor and a vision system. Vision sensors bridge the gap between photoelectric sensors and vision systems. Photoelectric sensors have been around in factory automation for

Effective color lighting and filter technology turns your ordinary vision sensor into a Super vision sensor. With the right lighting and filters, your vision sensors create stronger image contrast resulting in more consistent and accurate optical inspection results. Visible colored

A few years ago I took the role of Product Manager for Checker which allows me to focus my energy on product strategy, markets and our customers.  And our Marcom department has asked me to start writing this blog so I can share our success stories and tell you about all the great things vision sensors can do. Read more...