ifm vision: From selective distance measurement to industrial imaging

1D position sensors are ideally suited, for example, for non-contact distance measurement or positioning tasks in automation technology. Level measurements, too, can be carried out reliably. In addition, distance values can be directly visualized.

2D vision sensors make it possible to check whether the contour, surface, geometry or rotational position of an object matches the predefined specification. What is more, they offer solutions for the recognition of codes and texts.

Image processing in the third dimension — 3D vision systems are used, for example, in conveyor and packaging technology as well as in intralogistics. Another area of application is mobile machines. In addition, they detect objects and persons in the danger zone and thus significantly reduce the risk of collision.

The areas of application of our 3D vision systems can be categorized into automation, robotics and logistics automation, as well as the area of mobile machines.