Vision systems success

Article Abstract:

European shipments of industrial vision systems are forecast to increase to 14,060 units by 1996 from only 7,660 units in 1992. This represents an increase in market value from $267.2 million to $399.4 million for the same period. Analysts believe that only system suppliers who will shift to specialization in a certain sector or who will make single-purpose products will benefit from the benefits offered by this growth. The three-dimensional measurement area is expected to exhibit the fastes growth rate, reaching $16 million by 1996. Germany led other end-user countries in the European market, with a market share valued at $87.5 million, followed by France and the UK.

Computer vision, Europe, Germany, Forecasts and trends, International trade, Statistics, Market share, Machine vision

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CMM retrofits and rebuilds: as good as new?

Article Abstract:

Typical coordinate-measuring machinery (CMM) feature a structure which floats on air bearings and thus enjoy a relatively long life when well maintained in comparison to much of the other equipment found in a factory. This ability of CMM to last for decades has inherent advantages and disadvantages from the perspective of quality technicians. Advances in technology do not necessarily require discarding old CMMs as options for CMM upgrades are becoming increasingly available to manufacturers seeking to enhance CMM capacity without making substantial capital investments.

Machinery Manufacturing, Plant Maintenance, Factory Automation Equip, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Purchasing, Machinery, Prevention, Cover Story, Factories, Maintenance and repair, Factory maintenance, Replacement of industrial equipment, Automatic machinery, Coordinate measuring machines

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Touchscreens take the heat

Article Abstract:

Touchscreen technology continues to drive the computer peripherals industry through its inherent reliability and simplicity. A touchscreen system is actually made of a clear-panel sensor where touch-event data are transmitted to a serial-bus interface. And since the technology discards the use of a keyboard or mouse, touchscreen systems significantly reduce contamination while improving usability.

Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing, Computer Auxiliary Eqp NEC, Innovations, Computer peripherals industry, Computer peripherals

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