Automatic optical Inspection

In 1999 the business (then trading as Valley Automation) started to produce its first Comparator system (SuperVision Mk1) to meet the needs of their small but successful SMT production line. Demand for the product grew, and the unit was adapted by increasing speed and software capability into a full Automatic Optical Inspection system. SuperVision in its MK III guise continued as the company’s main product line through to 2010.

2008 saw the introduction of the UltraVision, Automatic optical Inspection system using a 4 Mega Pixel camera which is capable of inspecting components down to 01005. With a laser fitted as standard and full colour angled lighting this unit gives exceptional value for money as a high resolution Automatic Optical Inspection system. This capability future proofs the investment in AOI to ensure future developments are catered for.

2010 now sees the natural growth of the product line with a low cost, full colour, 2 Mega Pixel Automated Optical Inspection machine, EasyVision. With the same full colour lighting as UltraVision and optional laser this unit is capable of inspecting components down to 0402 size, so addressing the majority of today’s current needs. With pricing lower than SuperVision it is exceptional value for money, and using the same software as UltraVision (with transferability of programmers) it is again future proofing investment.

Commitment to development by listening to users’ needs is key to DCB’s success with all the current software development’s being provided to support current and future customer requirements. Typical requests include integration to current systems, data management and materials handling ensuring the Automatic Optical Inspection system fits into a customer’s complete manufacturing and quality system.

Many of the earliest systems are still in daily use and provide an essential tool to their business. Customers to date include Alps, STI, Axis, TRL, HR Smith and many more from both Contract Manufacturing and OEM markets, all of whom rely on these products on a daily basis. See some of the customer comments here.

For more details on the DCB Automation range of Automatic Optical Inspection Systems and how they can improve your quality whilst reducing costs please contact us.