If image processing isn’t considered until the very end of the machine design process, things often get tight.
By then, space constraints, cycle time, triggers, product ejection, operation, and data flow are frequently already set in stone. The camera might still find a spot—but the system is still far from being seamlessly integrated.
It’s better to incorporate AOI early on: as an integral part of the line, not as an afterthought.
This includes:
- appropriate mounting positions
- optimized lighting and optics
- clear interfaces to the PLC
- defined rejection logic
- an operating concept that works in everyday use
- Data that reaches where it’s needed
That’s why OCTUM always considers image processing in the context of the interplay between machine, product, process, and quality goals.
Because a good inspection solution doesn’t just detect defects—it fits seamlessly into production.