Optimal broadens its vision systems portfolio

Each machine vision application poses its own unique challenges - the trick to a successful outcome is being able to develop the right package for the client. High speed production lines, variations in packaging and lighting requirements all have to be considered when selecting the hardware. Optimal believes its new link with Keyence will facilitate greater choice for clients facing this task.

The Keyence vision range includes the company’s IV (vision sensor), CV-X (smart camera) and XG (advanced vision) range of cameras, image sensors and image controllers offering both matrix (area) and line-scan application solutions.

The new CV-X100, for example, offers an image sensor that possesses near-human judgement abilities by comparing with learned acceptable products for more flexible and stable inspection. The CV-X and XG Series offer advanced CCDs, high resolutions, simultaneous imaging and up to 20,000 parts per minute capture speeds.

The XG-7000 and XG-8000 packages are part of the company’s range of ultra high-speed, multi-camera, high-performance image processing systems. They combine robust fanless solid state hardware with accurate vision processing. 

All products are supplied with as much or as little integration support as the customer requires from Optimal, this ranges from simple specification advice right though to complete turnkey system builds, commissioning and installation onsite.