Cognex

Moritex Corporation is a manufacturer and seller of applied optical equipment and functional materials, serving various industries worldwide. The company specializes in machine vision lenses, LED illumination products, light sources, and fiber-optic light guides. It also offers a range of microscopy illumination products, digital microscopes, and borescopes. In addition, Moritex provides advanced inspection systems, such as IR-MEMS inspectors for MEMS and semiconductors, along with measurement systems for alignment layer films. The company develops optical telecom components, including aspheric lenses and optical fiber arrays, and assembles optical modules. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Asaka, Japan, Moritex aims to deliver value-added solutions that cater to both standard hardware needs and fully customized integrated optomechanical assemblies.

SAC Sirius Advanced Cybernetics GmbH, located in Karlsruhe, specializes in industrial automation. The company develops, produces, and sells high-quality manufacturing machinery and components tailored to meet specific customer needs. Its product offerings include advanced tools and solutions for machine vision, industrial image processing, surface inspection, and 3D inspection. By focusing on innovation and quality, SAC sets new standards in the field of industrial image processing, serving various industrial sectors effectively.

Sualab focuses on developing artificial intelligence-based solutions aimed at enhancing industrial efficiency through automation. The company specializes in a smart factory system that employs AI-driven image analysis technology to automate tasks traditionally performed by humans. By providing unmanned automatic inspection and process optimization, Sualab's systems are tailored for industries such as textiles, leather, and steel. This innovation allows businesses to monitor and control key variables, ensuring optimal process conditions and increasing productivity while minimizing human intervention. Through its research and development, Sualab aims to leverage technology to improve operational value and efficiency.

ViDi Systems is a company specializing in deep learning-based software for industrial image analysis, founded in 2012 and based in Villaz-saint-pierre, Fribourg. Its software addresses complex inspection and classification challenges across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, medical technology, automotive, textiles, printing, logistics, and watchmaking. By employing advanced artificial intelligence techniques, ViDi Systems enhances the ability to analyze images in environments where predicting all potential variations can be challenging. This capability allows industries to effectively differentiate between acceptable variations and defects, improving overall quality control processes.

Webscan Inc., established in 1995 and headquartered in Longmont, Colorado, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling barcode verification systems. These systems analyze and grade barcodes, ensuring they meet ANSI/ISO standards and scan accurately. Webscan's products cater to a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, defense, and retail, and are distributed through a network of dealers. The company's mission is to save clients time and money by preventing packaging waste, product returns, and costly reprints. Webscan's barcode verifiers can check various types of barcodes, such as data matrix, QR codes, UID, and UPC, making it a versatile solution for diverse industries.

Chiaro Technologies LLC, based in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in the design and development of advanced 3D technology solutions, focusing on applications in logistics, robotics, and automation. The company offers a range of products, including the Cloudburst 3D sensor camera, which utilizes Symbolic Light technology to capture real-time, high-precision depth images and point clouds. Additionally, Chiaro Technologies provides the Jetstream Panel application, allowing users to view, interact with, and record live 3D data from their cameras. By manufacturing high-speed, real-time 3D machine vision sensors, Chiaro supports manufacturers and machine vision vendors in creating innovative solutions tailored to their specific needs. Founded in 2005, Chiaro Technologies operates as a subsidiary of Cognex Corporation.

EnShape GmbH specializes in the development and distribution of three-dimensional (3D) sensors tailored for industrial applications, based in Jena, Germany. Founded in 2014, the company creates custom sensor solutions for optical 3D metrology, focusing on the precise measurement of surfaces and shapes. EnShape’s flagship product delivers high-density and accurate measurement data, suitable for various applications such as inline quality control, surface inspection, and robotics assistance systems. The sensors are designed to operate at a measurement and reconstruction rate of up to 30Hz, accommodating different field of views and working distances. In addition to its sensor products, EnShape provides after-sales support and engages in trials and feasibility studies to enhance its offerings. The company operates internationally and has been a subsidiary of Cognex Corporation since late 2016.

AQSense, founded in 2006, specializes in 3D imaging technologies for the machine vision industry. The company develops advanced algorithms and software aimed at enhancing the capabilities of 3D shape analysis, surface analysis, and volume measurement. By utilizing structured light techniques, AQSense enables precise reconstruction of three-dimensional profiles, facilitating greater automation and quality in manufacturing processes. Their software libraries, SAL3D and 3DExpress, offer user-friendly algorithms for various applications, including calibration and geometric measurement, allowing users to implement 3D inspection tasks using standard 2D tools. Additionally, AQSense provides custom development and consultancy services, empowering system integrators and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to efficiently complete their 3D application projects. Through its commitment to innovation and technical excellence, AQSense continues to be a valuable partner for manufacturers seeking to leverage 3D technology for improved operational effectiveness.

AssistWare Technology, Inc. specializes in the research and development of advanced safety systems for vehicles, focusing on lane departure warning and drowsy driving detection. The company's flagship product, SafeTRAC, utilizes a forward-looking video camera and machine vision technology to monitor road conditions and driver behavior. This system alerts drivers when they unintentionally drift out of their lane and detects signs of drowsiness or distraction by analyzing patterns of erratic lane keeping. By enhancing the safety of both commercial trucks and passenger vehicles, AssistWare Technology aims to contribute to safer driving experiences on the road.

Cognex Distribution manufactures and provides machine vision systems. The company’s products are used for inspection, quality control, and code reading. It serves the automotive, biomedical, food/beverage, plastics, pharmaceutical, packaging, and semiconductor industries.