In the consumer goods sector, the challenge lies in reconciling efficiency, product quality, and safety. Cognex vision solutions and barcode readers assist manufacturers across all aspects (handling, inspection, labeling, and product assembly), enabling them to maximize both their gross margin and customer satisfaction simultaneously.
To minimize manufacturing waste and the disposal of defective products, it is possible to automate many quality control tasks. Automatic vision systems perform reliable checks while allowing for a reduction in labor costs. Cognex vision solutions enable thorough and reliable inspection of product quality, detecting defects related to size, shape, color, texture, and more. Sorting products based on their size, color, and other visual characteristics is also facilitated with industrial vision systems.
Cognex vision systems, barcode readers and robotics solutions enable precision assembly with their industry-leading inspection and verification capabilities. 3D laser displacement sensors, for example, are capable of detecting damage while measuring its dimensions.
High-quality packaging contributes to product integrity and enhances brand perception. Industrial vision systems precisely inspect primary and secondary packaging, ensuring they are well-assembled, tamper-evident, and defect-free. For instance, laser displacement sensors inspect crucial tamper-evident seals to preserve the integrity of food and cosmetic products. Cognex industrial vision systems also aid in automating container filling processes by detecting defects such as missing or underfilled products.
Because it is essential to detect product labeling defects before they reach the market, industrial vision systems equipped with Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technologies can quickly identify damaged and/or missing labels. Barcode readers, on the other hand, verify the match between the packaging and its contents.
In order to reduce machine downtime and ensure easier product traceability, manufacturers of consumer goods are turning to vision solutions for automated and intelligent barcode reading. Cognex barcode readers are capable of reading the most complex 1D and 2D codes, contributing to improved efficiency and productivity in warehouses. From receiving to picking, through preparation and shipping, Cognex vision solutions enable manufacturers to meet or even exceed performance standards.