Computer Vision in the Factory of the Future

Computer vision, which is capable of capturing, processing, and analyzing images of the physical world, is one of the key players in the Industry 4.0 landscape. Its goal is simply to convert data into useful information for business decision-making.

Machine vision in industry has enormous potential. Moreover, by its very nature, it is applicable to a wide range of sectors. Thanks to machine vision, it is possible to offer automated solutions for critical industrial processes such as quality control and the detection of defective products, ensuring objectivity in inspection and enabling greater flexibility in production processes.

At Grupo Álava, our value proposition for Advanced Factories 2022 will be aimed at any manufacturing company that needs to digitize its production processes to achieve greater efficiency.

• Would you like to sort used (empty) and unused capsules for proper recycling?
• Do you work in the automotive industry? Do you need to detect defective parts? Do you want to inspect stamping dies?

“Our solutions include cameras that operate in the visible and infrared spectrums, capable of capturing images that reveal critical information in quality inspection processes, such as anomalies in parts or the presence or absence of components.” — Natalia Mira (Computer Vision Leader Squad). Combined with artificial intelligence capabilities, defective parts can be rejected from production, while those in proper condition can be approved.

It is worth noting that when it comes to artificial intelligence, it is necessary to create a database that allows us to make the most of this type of technology. When we talk about data, we are referring to images captured during manufacturing processes, which allow us to identify certain patterns that will be useful for future production quality inspection scenarios.

The possibilities of machine vision in the factory of the future are endless. It is a key element in process automation and will be essential for creating the smart factories of Industry 4.0. “Machine vision is one of the methods that captures the most information about production lines, as it uses technologies across the entire spectrum. Furthermore, it can be combined with other types of techniques, working in a complementary manner and enabling the collection of data from all of a factory’s production lines.” – Natalia Mira(Computer Vision Leader Squad). This data is converted into useful information for companies, which allows them to manage operations and optimize productivity.