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Machine Vision & Smart Cameras

Hikrobot Smart Cameras set the standard for precision, durability, and cost-effectiveness in automated quality control. With advanced imaging and AI capabilities, they streamline complex inspections across manufacturing applications.

Hikrobot Smart Cameras

Machine Vision Capability without the PC

 

Introducing Hikrobot Smart Cameras, the game-changing brand of cameras designed to revolutionize quality control in automated manufacturing. Our advanced, high-tech imaging solutions deliver all the features of leading smart cameras, but at less than half the cost of our competitors.

 

Our cameras offer the resolution, lighting, artificial intelligence functionality and evaluation tools needed for the most complex applications, empowering your production line to deliver consistent, high-quality results. Whether you’re looking to streamline your operations or simply improve your bottom line, Hikrobot Smart Cameras are the perfect choice for the job. Discover how our cutting-edge technology can transform your manufacturing process today!

A-Tech is the exclusive distributor for Hikrobot in North America, providing application assistance, preferential pricing, quickest delivery, integration support and warranty claim handling.   

 

 

 

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Best-in-Class Specifications

 

  • Auto Focus & Brightness Adjustment
  • Resolutions up to 25 MP
  • On Board Computing with Ultra Fast Response Time
  • Up to 30 Programs for Different Part Types & Sequences
  • Multiple Light Sources, Focal Length, Lens and Polarization Options
  • EthernetIP, ProfitNET, Modbus, TCP/IP

 

 

A Complete Range Inspection Tools

 

  • Positioning and Orientation
  • Presence, Absence & Counting
  • Circle, Rectangle, Vertex and Parallel Line Locating
  • Measurement, Calibration Conversion and Defect Detection
  • Identification and Sorting
  • Artificial Intelligence for "No-Teach" Deep Learning
  • Complete Library with Many More Features!!

 

Deep Learning Algorithm

  • Image Segmentation to Predict Location of Defects
  • Detect Scratches, Abnormal Shapes, Incomplete Contours, Edge Collapse, Dirt, Character Defects & More.
  • Image Classification to Determine the Type of Objects
  • Code Recognition regardless of Position, Angles, Illumination, etc.
  • Simple Collection, Training and Detection
  • Drag and Drop Software UI for Code Free Programming

 

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Trusted by Global Leaders Across Various Industries

 

 


 

Meet The Smart Camera Family
Cost-Effective Tools - No Matter the Application

 

If you are looking for a Capable, yet Cost Effective Smart Camera System, no matter how challenging the application, A-Tech and Hikrobot have a solution for you.  Accurate, Affordable & Available for quick delivery, contact us for quote or Free Online Demonstration.  Compare Hikrobot with any of the competition and see why we know it is the best value Smart Camera Platform on Market!

 

 

No Charge Application Assistance

 

A-Tech will evaluate every application prior to customer purchase and conduct a Proof of Principle

Machine vision is a nuanced field where a smart camera’s worth is determined by its capabilities and consistency. At A-Tech, we provide no-charge application development services to assess our smart cameras’ performance with your specific needs. This proof of principle approach ensures you take no risk before purchasing.

 

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Let us Help Reduce the Execution Risk!

  • Help to Identify and Develop your Specific Machine Vision Requirements
  • Conduct a Proof of Principle Bench Test Using your Actual Parts
  • We Take Photos from Any Source and Test the Evaluation Tools
  • Based on Testing Results, Suggest the Correct Camera's
  • Conduct a Review of the Results Achieved through Testing
  • Provide Full Confidence in the Purchase of the Equipment


 

 

SC3000X: Compact, AI-Driven Technology

 

 

The SC3000X sets a new standard for machine vision systems, combining advanced optical components, extensive communication protocols, and AI-powered functionality in one compact, highly integrated package.

The thought process behind the development of the SC3000X smart camera is to include as much functionality as possible, to make it the most versatile vision solution in its category.  Along with the typical defect detection, additional features such as measurement tools, pattern and contour recognition, code reading, custom AI enabled OCR training, object counting, robot positioning using Deep Learning object recognition.

 


 

Elevate your production standards with the SC3000X—where innovation meets reliability.

 

Key Features:

  • Smart AI Capabilities: Deep learning for OCR and Code Reading, reducing missed details.
  • Enhanced Tools: Superior error-proofing for presence, positioning, and counting.
  • Integrated Deep Learning: Fast OCR accuracy, object detection, and classification with custom model training
  • Compact Design: Fits seamlessly into existing setups.
  • Universal Connectivity: Supports all major protocols for easy integration.
  • Diverse Capabilities: Handles brightness analysis to dimensional inspection.

 



SC6000: The Flagship of Machine Vision

 

 

Built on a high-performance AI platform, the SC6000 processes complex visual tasks with 6T computing power, offering unmatched speed and accuracy. The modular design allows for flexibility with C-Mount lenses and external lighting, ensuring easy customization for any task.

With up to 25 MP resolution, integrated C-Mount lens options, the SC6000 is a versatile Vision System that allows for advanced defect detection, gauging, classification, and sorting.

PLC connectivity is seamless with EthernetIP, ProfitNET, & more, while Touchscreen User HMI’s can be created and operated directly with any VGA screen and USB, enabling quick adjustments without the hassle and locking you into specific hardware. The software licenses are included with the cameras, and all software and hardware updates are always free of charge from Hikrobot.

With over 140 built-in algorithms and Python scripting capabilities, the SC6000 provides comprehensive solutions for even the most intricate inspection tasks.



Vision Master (VM) Algorithm Platform

The SC6000 integrates a fully embedded VM platform, including deep learning capabilities, with over 140 algorithm modules and support for Python scripts.

  • It supports full customizability, including 140+ algorithm modules and Python script support.
  • Built-in encryption: Eliminates the need for additional dongles.
  • Pre-installed VM service pack: Only requires the VM_SC client for full functionality.

 

The SC6000 Simplifies complex inspections and transforms months of work into mere hours, setting a new standard for efficiency.


 

Maximize Your Smart Camera’s Potential with VisionTrain Software

 

VisionTrain integrates deep learning into your inspection process with a simple drag-and-drop interface, while offering complete control on tools, such as measurement and gauging tools, we well as advanced AI and high-speed precision to tackle even the most complex visual tasks.

By separating the computation power needed advance Deep Learning algorithms from the camera, to a training computer or via the free cloud-based training platform, the built in hardware needed is limited only to executing models.

 


Predicts the location of defects and displays them in a heat map for easy visualization.


Accurately identifies text position and recognition within images for reliable analysis.


Determines the type of objects in the picture for quick categorization.


 Detects and pinpoints objects in the image, regardless of position.


 Searches the dataset for images with similar characteristics to the input image.


Categorizes objects and predicts their contour with precision.


Detects anomalies by comparing objects to normal samples, presenting the results in heat maps.


 

 


Discover high capability at low cost with A-Tech Instruments solutions.

  • Custom Vision Solutions: We assess your unique machine vision needs and tailor the perfect solution for your application.
  • Free Vision Lab Testing: Test your parts in our Vision Lab, where we demonstrate real-world performance and accuracy.
  • Guided Camera Selection: Our tests lead the way, recommending the perfect camera match for your tasks.
  • 30-Day No-Risk Trial: Approved applications qualify for a 30-day trial, giving you the chance to experience the technology before committing.
  • Confidence in Your Choice: We're here to ensure you feel fully informed and confident in your equipment investment.

Discover the difference with us—where your peace of mind is our promise.

 

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Example Applications 

 

Foreign Object Detection

Automatically detects and flags unwanted objects, protecting product quality and machinery from contamination and damage, ensuring consistent production standards.

 

Correct Installation of Retaining Clips

Uses deep learning to check clip positioning. The SC3000 series or higher can be trained on good and bad examples, allowing them to determine whether the clip is fully inserted, regardless of varying angles or positions.

 

Cable Harness Inspection with AI

AI-driven detection ensures wires in cable harnesses are fully inserted. The MV-SC3016C smart camera can identify improperly crimped wires using a 20-image training set.

 

Presence/Absence of O-Ring

Verifies O-Ring presence through pixel matching in a set region, using simple color or contrast checks with the MV-SC2016 camera for efficient, accurate detection.

 

Spring Condition Assessment

Measures tension, compression, and shape to ensure consistent spring quality, contributing to reliable performance in final products.

 

Production Line Protection

Real-time detection prevents foreign objects from disrupting production, protecting both product quality and equipment from damage.

 

Text Recognition

OCR technology accurately reads and verifies text on parts, reducing errors in production by ensuring correct letter orientation on assemblies.

 

Needle Sharpness Verification

Inspects surgical needle sharpness with micron-level precision, detecting deformities to ensure safety. The MV-SC6250 provides high accuracy with 25 MP and telecentric lenses.

 

Enhanced Weld Quality Analysis

Deep learning verifies weld integrity by checking color and contrast for basic inspections, while complex assessments use defect detection with trained images.

 

Angle Verification for PCBs

Ensures connectors on PCB boards are perfectly angled, achieving housing compatibility with accuracy up to 0.1 degrees to support precise assembly.

 

The Thread Checker

Pattern Recognition confirms the presence and accuracy of threaded holes, ensuring all required threads are in place for assembly reliability.

 

Enhanced OCR for Faint Print Challenges

Equipped with a polarized lens, it ensures unmatched OCR accuracy under any condition, for consistent and reliable identification. Using SC3016 (1.6 MP) with polarized lens and OCR, proper poka-yoke was implemented.

 

Porosity Defect Detection

Detects and measures small porosity on uneven surfaces, ensuring every part meets quality standards, even with surface irregularities.

 

Roundness Check

This application ensures bullet casings meet exact roundness specifications. Using AI Defect Detection, the system applies either circle detection or arc segment flaw detection to achieve precise results.

 

Missing or Broken Components

Inspects for intact tabs and retaining rings, verifying each assembly's completeness to prevent missing or broken parts.

 

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