Machine Vision & Inspection
Solara Automation specializes in the development and implementation of cutting-edge machine vision systems. These advanced systems offer a wide array of automated image-based inspection and analysis capabilities, serving a diverse range of applications that encompass tasks such as precision gauging, meticulous inspection, accurate guidance, and reliable identification.
Machine vision technology is a revolutionary alternative to human operators in repetitive inspection tasks due to the limitations of human capabilities in high-volume sensing and judgment. As the demand for precision in inspections increases, the capacity for sustained, accurate assessment diminishes. Machine vision systems can execute these tasks without performance degradation, enhancing efficiency and reliability in inspection processes. This shift ensures consistent quality and accuracy for modern industrial applications, thereby transforming the way inspections are performed.
Our team in Machine Vision & Inspection has extensive experience in handling various projects, from single-camera applications to intricate multi-camera setups in custom-designed automation cells. We have honed our skills in tailoring solutions to meet the unique needs and complexities of each project, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. Our proficiency extends beyond technology application, focusing on creating bespoke solutions that cater to every industrial setup's nuanced approach. Our commitment to innovation and precision ensures that each solution stands at the forefront of technological excellence and reliability.
Application: Material Handling and Inspection System Industry: Automotive Project Criteria Solara Automation’s customer is a bearing manufacturer. The automation requirement was to support the overmolding of three plastic parts. The equipment needed to bulk feed substrates, load into mold press for 2nd stage process, unload finish parts from mold, inspect parts for defects, and package ...[more]
Application: Material Handling, Welding, and Grinding Industry: Tools Solara Automation’s customer produces portable bandsaw blades. Solara’s engineers faced the challenge of creating an automation cell responsible for feeding the raw material, shaping the blade into a loop, welding the ends together, annealing the seam, and grinding it. Solara designed and constructed a three-robot cell for ...[more]
Application: Inspection and Packing System Industry: Automotive Project Criteria Solara Automation’s customer manufactures sintered metal parts for engine applications. They needed an automation system to inspect three distinct assemblies for defects and ensure proper dowel insertion depth. The system had to package the inspected parts onto molded trays. Solara Automation designed and constructed an automated ...[more]
Application: Assembly and Inspection System Industry: Automotive Solara Automation was approached by a client in the engine parts industry, with the task of assembling dowels and pins into sintered metal parts. In addition to assembly, the client also required inspection of the finished product for defects and verification of the correct depth of dowel insertion. ...[more]
Valve Stem Seal Trimmer and Vision Inspection System Application: Process, Assembly, and Vision Inspection System Industry: Automotive Customer product is a valve stem seal used in engines. The customer needed to trim rubber, assemble spring, and inspect parts for defects. Solara Automation designed a system to feed parts, load them on an indexing dial, cut ...[more]
Round Bottom Tube Vision Inspection System Application: Tube Vision Inspection System Industry: Medical Devices A tube vision inspection system was required to inspect clear round bottom tubes for multiple defect categories. Solara designed and constructed an automated machine that delivers components to the vision system. The vision system actively inspects tubes for black specks, waviness, ...[more]