Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the world’s leader in machine vision, today introduced the In-Sight® Laser Profiler, an easy-to-use measurement system that verifies part dimensions. Cognex vision tools, accurate object detection and the EasyBuilder® interface make the new profiler an intuitive and highly reliable tool for obtaining height, gap, position, and angle measurements and detecting defects…

Cognex new sells the In-Sight VC200 series, a family of multi smart camera vision systems. The In-Sight VC200 series brings the proven performance and reliability of In-Sight vision systems to multi-camera vision applications. Traditional multi-camera systems use “dumb” cameras that share the same processor, resulting in slower performance as more cameras are added. This technology limits […]

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Cognex Corp. snapped up two 3D vision capability companies over the past couple of months, the company reported Monday. Cognex acquired EnShape GmbH, which makes advanced 3D vision sensors and software. The Jena, Germany-based EnShape’s sensor’s use patented area-scan technology to capture images at high resolutions. As part of the acquisition, Cognex will open an…

Cognex, a supplier of machine vision systems and industrial barcode readers used in factory automation and logistics, announced that it has developed and is now offering for sale, a totally new product line: ruggedized mobile terminals. Cognex’s MX-1000 series of mobile terminals offers manufacturers, logistics companies and many other organizations that currently rely on expensive,…

Cognex now sells an Airport Baggage Handling Identification Solution (ABH-ID), the first image-based automatic tag reader (ATR) system that overcomes the limitations of current laser-based baggage ID systems….

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Cognex Corporation has a complete machine-vision solution that makes developing, deploying and maintaining 3D and multi-camera 2D applications easier than ever. Together, the easy-to-use Cognex Designer software, powerful VC5…

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Cognex Corporation has introduced PatMax RedLine, a feature-location technology that reinvents the PatMax pattern-matching tool by maximizing speed and performance. Available in the latest Cognex In-Sight Explorer software version…

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AMETEK, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Surface Inspection Systems Division (SISD) of Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) for approximately $160 million. The business has annual revenues of $60 million. The closing of the transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of applicable regulatory approvals. SISD develops and manufactures…

Cognex Corporation announced its DataMan® 5.2 software release with expanded tuning and scripting capability as well as a new test mode for its popular DataMan 300 and 503 series of barcode readers. The new software significantly increases read rates by decoding lower resolution 1-D codes and extending intelligent tuning capabilities to all symbologies, including Aztec,…

Cognex Corporation announced Cognex Explorer™ Real Time Monitoring (RTM), a DataMan® barcode reader performance-monitoring system. By incorporating a scalable architecture, a web-based performance statistics interface, and world-class Cognex vision technology, Cognex Explorer RTM empowers facility managers with data that removes system defects and optimizes processes. Cognex Explorer RTM trends read rates, evaluates images from packages…

Cognex Corporation announced an expanded portfolio of 3D laser displacement sensors, an industrial vision controller, and powerful new 3D vision tools. The DS1050, DS1101, and DS1300 sensors address an unprecedented variety of 3D applications demanding high resolution and expanded measurement range. The DS1000 series now comes bundled with the new Cognex VC5 vision controller, delivering…

Cognex Corporation announced the next generation DataMan® 8600 series of handheld direct part mark (DPM) barcode readers. The DataMan 8600 provides unparalleled barcode reading performance for manufacturers implementing part traceability programs across the automotive, consumer electronics, aerospace, and oil and gas industries. “The new DataMan 8600 series builds on the success of our industry-leading DataMan…

Complete the form below to download this ebook: Sponsored by: Here’s Why You Should Download This Tech Tip Ten Reasons to Choose Image-based Barcode ReadersImage-based barcode readers are rapidly replacing laser scanners in a wide range of industries including food, beverage, consumer goods, pharmaceutical, and logistics, but when considering a transition from laser scanners to…

Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) announced the release of its fastest and most economical industrial handheld readers yet, the DataMan® 8050 Series. Designed with a ruggedized housing to handle harsh factory floor conditions and equipped with Cognex’s world-class barcode reading algorithms, the DataMan 8050 Series can read even challenging barcodes quickly and easily. “The new DataMan…

Cognex Corporation, (NASDAQ: CGNX), globally known in machine vision, introduced Cognex Tire Solutions, a suite of products designed to solve barcode and low-contrast embossed character reading challenges for tire manufacturers. Cognex Tire Solutions integrate proprietary machine vision knowledge, identification expertise and high-performance barcode reading technology into pre-configured systems that meet the specific requirements of the…

Cognex Corporation is pleased to announce that it will be highlighting its latest vision and ID systems in Booth C-4526 at the upcoming Pack Expo, scheduled to take place September 23-25, 2013 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Cognex image-based ID Readers are rapidly replacing laser scanners in a wide range of…

Cognex (Natick, MA) has introduced new lighting and optics features for its DataMan 300 series of industrial barcode readers. Since its launch, DataMan 300 has quickly become the preferred barcode reader due to its outstanding read rate performance and ease of use. The demand is now set to continue with the introduction of the most…

Cognex Corporation has introduced lighting and optics features for its DataMan 300 series of industrial barcode readers. The demand is set to continue with the introduction of the most flexible optics and lighting features available on any image-based fixed-mount barcode reader. Greater customization and control The DataMan 300 features modular lighting that can be configured…

Cognex announced that it has released two new products, the Advantage 100 vision system and the AE2 Advantage engine designed for integration into Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) devices and equipment. OEM equipment designers can now take full advantage of powerful Cognex vision and code reading technology in even the most space-constrained and cost-sensitive applications such…

Cognex announced the Cognex Industrial Camera (CIC) series, a new line of GigE Vision digital industrial cameras designed for easy integration with VisionPro and CVL vision software. The first four models of the CIC series are compact (29mm x 29mm), monochrome, area scan cameras designed to address the most popular combinations of resolution, speed and pricing in…

Cognex Corporation has upgraded its line of DataMan® 8000 series industrial handheld barcode readers with a major performance boost to both reading robustness and speed. The already powerful handheld readers are now equipped with proprietary Cognex Hotbars™ image-analysis technology for the fastest 1-D barcode reading performance and Cognex 2DMax+ algorithm for unmatched decoding of 2-D…

Cognex announced that it has added two models to the DataMan® 50 series of compact barcode readers and a new DataMan 60 series with three models that offer Ethernet connectivity. These new products round out Cognex’s line of high-performance, low-cost barcode readers and target applications typically handled by single-line or raster laser scanners. The new…

Cognex Corporation has announced the release of the new DS1000 3D laser profiling system. The system calibrates real-world units of measurement for inspections too difficult to perform with traditional two-dimensional machine vision. The new DS1000 3D sensor: Reads embossed or raised characters such as those on automobile tires Verifies the presence of low-contrast items in…