As manufacturers move toward Industry 4.0, the traditional“ quality lab” is moving onto the production floor.
featuring motorised zoom, APEX is designed for high-throughput, palletized batch inspection, significantly reducing operator dependency and error.
• Edge VISTA: An automated 2-axis system with 3-axis CNC movement and motorised focus. Optimised for flat and turned parts, it features collimated lighting for precise Edge detection on complex geometries.
• Edge CORE: A manual 2 or 3-axis system designed for rapid, one-off measurements and setup checks. It’ s built for the machinist who needs a“ just made it, check it” solution without a steep learning curve.
Engineering-Grade Features
The Edge series isn’ t just a downsized version of larger machines; it’ s a ground-up redesign focused on practical productivity:
• Motorised 6.5:1 Zoom: Standard on the APEX model, this allows users to measure features of vastly different sizes on a single part without manual lens changes.
• Advanced Image Stitching: Users can capture and document features larger than the field of view( FOV), ensuring full traceability even for larger components.
• Matched Optics and Sensors: Unlike“ parts bin” systems, Edge utilises specifically matched 5MP( VISTA) and 2.3MP( APEX) cameras to optimise signal-to-noise ratios and Edge-detection clarity.
Driving ROI in Challenging Markets
“ With the global optical measurement market projected to nearly double by 2035, the pressure is on manufacturers to automate or be left behind,” says Stephen Sanderson, Group Product Manager at Vision Engineering.“ Edge provides a structured upgrade path. Whether you are a small workshop looking to ditch manual callipers or a high-volume manufacturer needing to eliminate inspection bottlenecks, Edge delivers lab-grade precision in a shop-floor-ready package.”
For further information, please visit www. visioneng. com
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