Product category:
Vision and scanning systems
News Release from: Falcon-Vision | Subject: QualiLine-C in-line vision system
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 27 May 2003
In-line vision revolutionise auto-parts
inspection
In-line vision system designed for 100% inspection of complex automotive castings makes a multitude of measurements without slowing the production process.
The new QualiLine-C in-line vision system from Falcon-Vision Rt has been designed for 100% inspection of complex casting products in the automotive industry
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 12 Sep 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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A multitude of measurements can now be made on components as varied as cylinder heads, engine blocks, transmission systems, suspension and brake parts during manufacture with no slowing of the production process.
Fully integrated into the production line, QualiLine-C uses a sophisticated array of illumination sources and multiple cameras under PC control to capture, process and measure sequential images of the workpiece in real time.
Over 750 direct and derived measurements can be made from a single workpiece.
Size, shape, position, depth, direction and bore continuity measurements can be readily performed on contours, bores, openings and surfaces.
Summary results can be written directly onto each component using an inkjet printer or laser engraving system, and pass/fail signals can be fed back to the production control system to determine whether the part passes to the next stage of the production process.
QualiLine-C is not restricted to use as a final inspection tool to ensure that only products with zero defects leave the production line.
It can also be used at various stages of the production process to provide early indication of problems in the process.
By identifying and rectifying such problems at an early stage, there is less wastage and overall production costs can be reduced.
Data from each measurement can be collated for statistical process control purposes.
Statistical analysis allows early identification of core wear or other mould failures in the foundry process.
Failures from the machining process such as premature tool wear can also be identified in this way.
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