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April 10th, 2012
Axis invites you to attend Certified Cognex training in our Somerville, NJ location.
2 Day Standard class: May 1-2
2 Day Advanced class: May 3-4
In-Sight Standard and Advanced gives new or potential In‐Sight users a 4 day overview of the hardware and software used by In‐Sight Vision Systems. The class features both spreadsheet application development and an introduction to EasyBuilder®. The class also focuses on advanced In-Sight spreadsheet use. Spreadsheet users will learn how spreadsheet functions work and apply their knowledge to complete the class lab exercises. The class focuses on hands-on labs to build advanced tool usage scenarios within real-world applications.
The two day Standard class is $695 and the two day Advanced class is also $695.
However, if taken together as a combined four day class the discounted price is $995.
To take advantage of the full 4 day training opportunity -just register for both classes and we will...
A Quantum Leap In Barcode Reading Performance
March 27th, 2012
The DataMan 300 series of readers was developed to be a best-in-class barcode reader for indexed or high-speed lines.
DataMan 300 delivers a quantum leap in barcode reading capabilities, as well as introduces several other new features that improve ease-of-use and performance, including:
1. Controllable, field interchangeable lighting modules
2. Flexible lens options
3. Intelligent tuning
4. Unmatched read rate performance with 2DMax+™ for 2-D matrix codes and 1DMax+™ with the new Hotbars™ technology that provides higher read rates of damaged 1-D linear barcodes at a faster pace than ever before
Take Safety Survey And Enter To Win Ipad2
March 24th, 2012
Is safety necessary on your application?
Let us know what benefits are possible through implementing safety by taking a short survey.
Every additional application entry qualifies as an additional entry to win an iPad2.
To take the short survey with Siemens and be entered to win:
Understanding, Selecting And Applying Planetary Gearheads
March 23rd, 2012
Looking for ways to improve machine performance?
Planetary gearheads can help.
Learn more in "An Inside Look at Planetary Gears, written by Howard Horn, Thomson Product Manager.
Read the full article published in the January 19, 2012 issue of Machine Design.
March 7th, 2012
Wednesday, March 13th - Huntington Hilton
9am - 12:30 pm
Join us for morning workshop to learn about the latest machine vision technologies...
...and lunch is on us!
Do you wish you could...
DETECT missing parts?
INSPECT for product defects?
READ 1d or 2d barcodes?
CONFIRM printing with OCR?
APPLY code verification?
Most quality problems start at the very beginning of a product’s journey on the production line. Getting it wrong there can have disastrous consequences. However, with Cognex machine vision systems in place, you can instantly improve your production processes to ensure you Make It Right every time.
During this presentation our experts will show you how you can detect issues on your line BEFORE they become problems for your customers!
Join us on March 13th -We want to help you Make it Right and Read it Right - every time!
March 7th, 2012
Optical Character Recognition
Setting new standards for industrial OCR
Complementary Webinar
Tuesday, March 20:
2:00 PM
30 minutes, from your desktop!
Learn how to use OCRMax™, the new Optical Character Recognition (OCR) tool from Cognex, and achieve the highest read rates possible in virtually any production environment using In-Sight® or VisionPro® software.
OCRMax overcomes the limitations of other OCR technologies. This tool takes on character variations, text skew, proportional fonts and variable string lengths, and much more — making it the most robust character recognition tool in the industry. It's easy to set up and use with minimal training.
During this webinar, our expert presenters will help you:
Identify the type of character reading and verification OCRMax addresses
Set up OCRMax for In-Sight or VisionPro in four easy steps
Familiarize you with the features of the tool to help you maximize...
The Siemens Converting Industry Toolbox
November 11th, 2011
Join us at Axis on Wednesday, Nov. 16 for this industry specific presentation:
MOTION CONTROL FOR CONVERTING @ Siemens
From potato chip bags to video tape, converting a flexible material into a sellable product is a complex process that often requires special machines built to unique specifications. While there are common mechanical and control designs for each application, attaining custom machinery at attractive margins becomes increasingly difficult.
At Siemens, our industry specialists combine application, motion and automation knowledge to provide a complete solution to our customers that is cost-effective, yet still provides accelerated deliveries and performs to expectations. What’s more, because Siemens automation programming tools are open, machine builders can take full advantage of the integrated diagnostics, maintenance and service functions unique to Totally Integrated Automation.
NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN CONVERTING:
Manufacturers must push...
August 31st, 2011
Introducing the Lector620 image-based bar code reader, part of the ICR family of automatic identification solutions. This compact and industrial imager reads all popular 1D, 2D Data Matrix codes and PDF 417. It can read stationary and fast moving codes (up to 900 fpm), and can output more than 20 2D codes a second. It reliably reads codes on varying printed materials: from 1D inkjet printed on corrugated boxes, to laser etched 2D codes on PCBs, direct marked codes on metal, as well as codes printed on plastic, glass, and paper, etc.
August 29th, 2011
During automotive production, different sedans with differing types of equipment are manufactured in a large automotive plant. The plant needed to allow car bodies to easily pass through entry points while the personnel protection was constantly activated. As a solution, the C4000 Fusion safety light curtain from SICK could detect a large number of different skid beam patterns without additional sensors or indicators while differentiating them from someone's legs walking past, for example. The solution saved space and costs while maintaining a high level of availability and avoiding downtime.
August 24th, 2011
The mini Twin safety light curtain is named for its miniature size and twin stick principle. With a cross section of 15mm x 32mm, it is by far the smallest safety light curtain on the market. Combined with the broad range of lengths available, the miniTwin can be more closely matched to the size of the area needing protection. Its award-winning twin stick design combines the sender and receiver into one stick, simplifying ordering and reducing inventory costs. With end-to-end coverage, dead zones are no longer an issue in cascade applications. Two or three sets of miniTwin sticks can be cascaded together and wedged right next to each other without loss of resolution. This allows the light curtains to be mounted closer to the machine, thereby increasing productivity.
Features:
• Smallest 2-box-design light curtain (15x32mm²) available in 60mm length increments
• Sender/receiver functions built into one stick (2 identical sticks create a functional pair)
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