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Getting the Job Done: 10 Customers Winning with Cognex

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In 2023, Cognex shared stories from 10 partners that were successfully building their businesses and integrating new ideas thanks to our machine vision technology. These partners have proven that AI and machine vision technology can deliver successful results in all kinds of industries and applications.

Let’s take a look back on our journey of successful collaboration with incredible companies.

Schneider Electric

A partnership with Cognex has helped Schneider transition more than 100 sites to smart factories, thanks to easy setup and integration.

Type: Electronics Manufacturing
Location: Chasseneuil, France
Solution: In-Sight 2800, VisionPro Deep Learning, In-Sight D900, In-Sight 3D-L4000, DataMan 8700 Series
Benefits: quick and easy installation, flexibility, versatility
Quote: “Cognex has been a key partner for Schneider Electric as we have taken our digital transformation journey.”
– Laurent Chantoiseau, GSC Europe Data & Analytics Director, Schneider Electric

Key Results:

AI-based inspection technology improved product quality
Cut down on waste by changing machine parameters based on defect data
Improved delivery speeds when replicating application blueprints from one site to the next

HERMA/OCTUM

HERMA turns to Cognex for support to deliver a dependable system where precision is crucial to prevent health risks associated with mislabeled products.

Type: OEM for Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Location: HERMA: Filderstadt, Germany | OCTUM: Ilsfled, Germany
Solution: 2D Machine Vision Systems, VisionPro Software
Benefits: Technology is easy to use, integrate, and set up quickly
Quote: “It is important that we have partners, such as Cognex, that have the same goal to achieve customer satisfaction through quick support response times during unplanned downtime.” – Patrick Decker-Malaval, Head of Technical Inside Sales, HERMA GmbH

Key Results:

Virtual elimination of mislabeling risk with completely automatic process for inspecting and application
Image data providers full traceability required for regulatory compliance
Partnership with worldwide support for inspection software, labeling machine, and machine vision systems

Discover more about this story here.

Automation NTH

As an OEM tackling complicated customer automation needs, Automation NTH values the ongoing support and innovation Cognex provides.

Type: OEM / Automotive, Life Sciences
Location: La Vergne, Tennessee
Solution: In-Sight D900, VisionPro Deep Learning
Benefits: Quick and simple installation, innovation, scalability
Quote: “VisionPro and AI have opened up a new door that automation just hasn't been able to solve before…They had tried all kinds of different solutions, but with VisionPro Deep Learning, it was just a matter of training – get a new set of training images and you’re good.” – Keith Johnson, PC Programming Group Manager, Automation NTH

Key Results:

Cut scrap rates by better differentiating cosmetic blemishes from functional flaws
Reduced costs and increased throughput through machine vision-based automatic inspection

Hear more from Automation NTH here.

SDI Element Logic

With the successful implementation of the In-Sight 2800, SDI demonstrated its expertise in presence/absence detection on sorting machines, all with a quick and simple setup.

Type: OEM / Logistics
Location: Pacoima, CA and Melbourne, FL
Solution: In-Sight 2800 Detector
Benefits: Easy setup, leveraged AI-based edge learning technology
Quote: “We anticipate that these newer solutions from Cognex, like the In-Sight 2800 Detector, are going to give us the tools we need to bring that accuracy up to a level that the customer will be happy with. The In-Sight 2800 Detector is a game-changer for presence/absence, detection, and simple classification.” – Dave Bodenheimer, VP Research and Product Development, SDI

Key Results:

Launched a 10-camera sorting system in just 4 hours
Improved sortation accuracy for retail customers
Accurate detection of products not previously identifiable by other solutions

Learn more about it or watch the video here.

Ansomat

Cognex machine vision systems play a crucial part in empowering OEM’s, like Ansomat, to transform product development, reduce training times, and cut down on scrap rates.

Type: Automotive Manufacturer
Location: Ghent, Belgium
Solution: In-Sight 3800, edge learning tools
Benefits: Easy to program, simple setup, scalability
Quote: "We selected Cognex’s In-Sight Vision Suite since it was easy to program, even for users without engineering knowledge." — An-Sofie Van Parys, Head of Business Development, Ansomat.

Key Results:

Reduced end user training time from three months to one week
Reduced claims related to EV batteries by 90%
Cut down scrap rates by reducing operator errors at end-user facilities

Explore more details here.

BOS Innovations

For one client, BOS Innovations integrated Cognex's In-Sight 3D-L4000 to automate the bin picking process, improving quality control and throughput.

Type:OEM / Power generation
Location: London, Ontario, Canada
Solution: In-Sight 3D-L4000
Benefits: Flawless installation, high quality standards met, flexibility, reliability
Quote: “The quick turnaround time, the support they offered during our debug and evaluation phase – all of these were welcome features of working with Cognex.” – Alex Klarenbeek, Senior Project Lead for Vision Systems, BOS Innovations

Key Results:

Accelerated processing times and improved productivity
Redirected skilled labor efforts towards more critical thinking roles
Zero failures recorded since installation

Bluhm Weber

Weber Marking Systems, a leading OEM, integrated Cognex technologies into their labeling and coding equipment, optimizing their logistics productivity with immense accuracy and throughput.

Type: OEM / Logistics
Location: Cologne, Germany
Solution: 3D-A1000 Dimensioning System
Benefits: Reliability, flexibility, cost reduction
Quote: “We can go to customers where we didn't have the right vision solution in the past and present a partner that can supply the ideal cameras and then install, program, and adjust them.” -Jörg Emrich, Project Engineering and Product Management, Bluhm Weber.

Key Results:

Product location and label placement solution successfully integrated into labeling system
Delivered highly accurate, cost-effective, high-speed printing and application process

Delve deeper into this story here.

Federal Package

Using Cognex’s edge learning-based vision systems, Federal Package overcame challenges in packaging inspection, leveraged AI for device processing reaching over 99% accuracy.

Type: Contract Manufacturing / Consumer Products
Location: Chanhassen, Minnesota, United States
Solution: In-Sight 2800
Benefits: Highly accurate read rates, fast training speeds, efficiency
Quote: “The Cognex edge learning-based vision systems make our best even better.” Jerry Bilse, Senior Vice President of Operations, Federal Package

Key Results:

Delivered 100% product-inspection rate
Defect detection accuracy rate greater than 99%
Achieved brand promise of exceptional quality for customer

Learn more or watch the video here.

OSARO

OSARO, an AI robotics company, partnering with lead eyewear retailer Zenni Optical, chose Cognex to ensure effective and precise scans for eyeglass cases, at rates exceeding 99.5%.

Type: Logistics
Location: Novato, CA
Solution: DataMan 370
Benefits: Easy and simple implementation, high speed accuracy, reliability
Quote: “One of the most important things for my team out in the field is making sure technology is easy to use. With Cognex scanners, it’s just so simple to implement, deploy, and maintain. Their support team was always available at a moment's notice.” – Gemma Ross, VP of Operations, OSARO

Key Results:

Boosted throughput by 80%
Cut back on labor from 3 individuals to 2 overseeing robotic cells
Reached read rates of 95% and 100% accuracy in the processing system
Fast processing speeds up to 410 eyeglasses per hour for Zenni

See how here.

American Eagle Outfitters

American Eagle Outfitters, a U.S. clothing retail leader, incorporated 90% of Cognex solutions currently in use at three distribution centers and are transitioning all facilities to Cognex readers.

Type: Logistics
Location: Hazleton, PA
Solution: Modular Vision Tunnels, DataMan 370, DataMan 470 series, 3D-A1000 Dimensioning System
Benefits: Easy to locate problems and implement solutions, increased throughput, efficiency, higher read rates
Quote: “The fact that we are changing over all of our technology to Cognex speaks to our confidence in them.” ?Brian Poveromo, director of facilities and maintenance, American Eagle Outfitters

Key Results:

5% increase in read rates from previous solutions
Inbound, fulfillment, sortation, and outbound processes run on 90% Cognex technology throughout multiple key plants
Highly increased logistics throughput
Enhanced efficiency in processes from inbound to outbound

These partnerships show how Cognex aids in the innovation of companies across various industries. Together, Cognex and our partners will continue to achieve even more collective growth and success.

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