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The Promise of the Smart factory


Industry 4.0 and Machine Vision

Industry 4.0 will transform factory automation and distribution

Machine vision is an essential element of the automation system. No other aspect of the production line captures more information. Unlike simple sensors, vision sensors and image-based barcode readers generate large amounts of image data, intensifying their utility in an Industry 4.0 environment.

Industry 4.0 will reshape factory automation and logistics operations, delivering:

  • Shorter innovation cycles
  • Real-time decision making
  • Improved device communication
  • Optimized mass production

Download the whitepaper to learn about opportunities for producers and distributors and the powerful role that vision technologies can play for your organization.

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