15 Jun 2026
Monochrome or color camera for machine vision?
In machine vision, new applications often start with the assumption that a color camera is the logic...
Machine vision knowledge and news
A reliable vision system requires more than a camera and software. The lens, lighting, filter, mounting and interface together determine whether an inspection remains stable when product variation, line speed or ambient light changes. On our blog, we share technical insights and news from the machine vision market, with a focus on applications such as label inspection, end-of-line inspection, food, automotive and packaging. This helps engineers select the right combination of camera, lens, lighting and system components for their inspection task.
9 Jun 2026
Triggering Cameras in a Machine Vision System
A machine vision camera not only needs to capture a sharp image, but above all an image at the right...
2 Jun 2026
Checking packaging for damage and deformation with 3D vision
Damaged or deformed packaging usually does not affect the contents of the product. Nevertheless, it ...
21 May 2026
Continuous inspection: choosing a line scan camera or an area scan camera?
Continuous inspection is used in production processes where the product does not yet have a fixed be...
19 May 2026
Industrial UVC Camera or Machine Vision Camera for AI Image Analysis?
Engineers who start with AI image analysis often first look for the fastest route to image data. Con...
11 May 2026
Triggering and Strobing Machine Vision Lighting
In a machine vision system, the timing of the lighting often determines whether an inspection is sha...
11 May 2026
Visit Machine Vision Shop at VISION 2026 in Stuttgart
Machine Vision Shop will be present at VISION 2026 in Stuttgart, the world’s leading trade fair fo...
5 May 2026
iBlueDrive machine vision lighting: easier connection and faster integration
In a vision system, the lighting often determines whether an inspection works reliably. Still, this ...
29 Apr 2026
USB3 camera unreliable in industrial environment? When to switch to GigE Vision
A USB3 camera that operates reliably in a lab setup can suddenly exhibit issues in an industrial env...
16 Apr 2026
Machine Vision Camera Resolution for AI: Do You Really Need 9 MP or 12 MP?
“We are looking for a 9 MP or 12 MP camera for this AI application.” It is a logical starting po...
9 Jan 2026
RICOH becomes OPTOWL from may 2026 onwards
Exciting Changes Ahead: RICOH Industrial Solutions Becomes OPTOWL Big changes are coming in the next...
3 Dec 2025
End of the year sale DK-AD-Lighting-V3-PT & TME-DK-MVM2-HD-V1
Year-End Offer: Save Extra on the Combo Demo Set! As we approach the end of the year, many professio...
1 May 2025
How to Choose Between a Barcode Reader and a Vision System in Manufacturing?
Barcode and DMC Code Reading in Manufacturing: Fixed Barcode Reader or Vision System? In today’s m...
24 Apr 2025
Oil Seal Inspection with Machine Vision in the Automotive Industry
Machine Vision for Oil Seal Inspection in the Automotive Industry In modern vehicles, seals play a c...
23 Apr 2025
How to Select the Right Telecentric Lens for Your Machine Vision Application
How to Select the Right Telecentric Lens for Your Machine Vision Application When designing a machin...
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