Introducing the implementation process of machine vision system inspection project

With the increasing adoption of automation in enterprises, there is a growing need for customized machine vision system solutions. To ensure a successful implementation of a machine vision system, it is crucial for businesses to understand the design and production process of machine vision inspection systems. This explanation provides an overview of the entire process, from initial product inspection evaluation to the design of the vision system.

Machine Vision System Development Process

1. Initial Project Evaluation

   • Requirement Discussion: Through a phone call or online customer service, you share your general vision project needs. A professional project engineer will conduct initial communication to understand your requirements.
   • Sample Provision and Site Environment: You need to provide test samples (both OK and NG parts) and describe the site environment. If the system does not involve complete equipment testing, you should also provide information on the installation space and external I/O communication. If necessary, the project engineer may visit your site for further evaluation.
   • Technical Evaluation: Based on the provided samples, the project engineer performs a preliminary technical evaluation. Typically, you will receive the test results within 2–3 working days after receiving the samples.
   • Proposal and Cost Estimation: The project engineer presents a suitable vision product recommendation (including industrial cameras, lenses, light sources, computers, and machine vision system software selection). After the test results are available, a preliminary proposal and project cost estimate are provided.
   • Proposal Clarifications: If you have any questions about the proposal, you can contact the project engineer, who will clarify and improve the proposal to meet your needs.

2. Project Initiation After initial evaluation and project confirmation, the project engineer establishes a new project process for further development.

3. Definition of Inspection Standards You need to collect a sufficient quantity of OK and NG samples (those identified in preliminary tests) for further testing. The project engineer will test the provided samples and confirm detailed inspection standards with you.

4. Additional Requirements Confirmation Once the inspection standards are clear, the project engineer further confirms equipment installation requirements, both mechanical and electrical. If you have specific requirements for equipment use, you should communicate them to facilitate proper evaluation and design.

5. Detailed Proposal, Quotation, and Contract Based on the above confirmations, the project engineer creates a detailed proposal, including diagrams, system configuration, inspection standards, and software features. A detailed quotation and contract are also prepared.

Machine Vision System Design and Production Process

After contract signing and financial confirmation, the system design and production process begins, generally following these stages:

1. Provision of Relevant Samples Provide various degrees of good and defective samples, product dimensions, and any specialized carriers if needed. If using custom carriers, supply relevant measurements for design.

2. Equipment Layout and Electrical Control Workflow Confirmation After receiving the samples, the design team will create the equipment layout and electrical control workflow for your review. If you have questions, the technical engineer will address them.

3. Mechanical Component Design Once the equipment layout is confirmed, the mechanical parts are designed.

4. Mechanical and Electrical Component Selection After confirming the equipment layout and control workflow, mechanical and electrical component selection is completed.

5. Material Procurement and Component Processing Materials are procured through standard procedures, ensuring high quality. Component processing is completed following strict quality controls.

6. Visual and Electrical Software Design The software design focuses on accuracy, stability, user-friendliness, and quick parameter adjustments. The goal is to minimize detection time and facilitate easy adjustments.

7. Complete Assembly and Trial Operation After all components pass inspection, they are sent to the assembly site for installation. The entire assembly process follows design blueprints, ensuring correct mechanical and electrical installation. After assembly, the system undergoes a trial run to ensure smooth operation.

8. OK/NG Sample Testing After a period of trial operation, the system is tested with OK/NG samples to verify electrical control operations, structural integrity, and accurate software detection. If all tests meet contract requirements, pre-shipment inspection can proceed.

The final steps include machine vision system shipment, on-site installation, imaging effect tuning, vision software calibration, electrical adjustments, maintenance staff training, and providing maintenance instructions. This comprehensive vision inspection system process aims to guide you through successful implementation.

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