And the one element most people forget until it’s too late.
Implementing a reliable machine vision or industrial image processing system is never about a single component. Success comes from combining the right technology, the right configuration, and the right software tools to ensure stable, repeatable results – even under tough production conditions.
Here are the five technical foundations that determine whether your inspection will work reliably in real production environments.
1.The brain – EyeVision Software
This is where every inspection begins and ends.
EyeVision Software provides:
- Pre-built tools for measurement, presence/absence checks, 2D, 3D, thermal and hyperspectral inspections
- AI and Deep Learning modules for complex surface analysis
- Protocol support (OPC UA, PROFINET, MQTT, EtherCAT, etc.) for seamless automation integration
- Graphical programming for fast application setup
- High precision evaluation with sub-pixel accuracy
- Extensive logging, tracking, and data export for quality documentation
This makes EyeVision the core decision-maker of the entire machine vision workflow.
2.The eyes – camera technology
Your system is only as good as the data it captures.
Selecting the right cameras ensures:
- Stable exposure and repeatability
- Correct resolution for the required tolerances
- Proper frame rates for fast production lines
- Compatibility with 2D, LineScan, 3D profile sensors, thermal or SWIR cameras.
EyeVision supports a wide range of interfaces – from GigE Vision to USB3 to 3D scanners.
3.The vision – lighting solutions
Lighting is the single most important factor for image quality.
Proper lighting produces:
- High contrast for defect detection
- Suppression of reflections on metal or glossy surfaces
- Stable grayscale values over time
- Clear visibility of edges, textures, and micro-features
EyeVision integrates with all common lighting systems and can control them directly.
4.The focus – optics
Optics define what level of detail the software can evaluate.
Choosing the correct lenses allows:
- Sharp focus across the required depth
- Correct magnification for measurement tasks
- Low distortion for dimensional accuracy
- Stable imaging independent of part position
Precision optics directly influence inspection reliability.
5.The Clarity – filters
Filters fine-tune the raw image before processing.
They help to:
- Reduce glare and hot spots
- Block unwanted wavelengths
- Highlight defects invisible in white light
- Improve contrast for precise evaluation
Even small filter adjustments can dramatically increase inspection stability.
…and there is one more thing — the part many forget.
All of this technology is useless if the components move, vibrate, or shift even slightly.
The one more thing: EyeMount system
Mechanical stability is the hidden foundation of every professional vision system.
EyeMount ensures:
- Rigid camera and lens positioning
- Consistent geometry for measurements
- Vibration-resistant mounting
- Precise alignment of lighting and optics
- Repeatable imaging over months and years
This is the difference between a system that works in the lab…
and a system that works in production.
