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Cognex Corporation

Cognex vision helps companies improve product quality, eliminate production errors and lower manufacturing costs. Cognex ID offers the most advanced technology available for 1D barcode and for 2D Data Matrix code reading. Offering fixed-mount and handheld readers.
One Vision Drive
Natick, MA 01760
United States
508/650-3000
508/650-3333
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Product Summary

Vision systems, vision software, vision sensors, industrial ID readers

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Cognex is the world’s most trusted vision company, with over 1,000,000 systems installed in facilities around the world, and over thirty years of experience focused solely on machine vision and image-based industrial ID technology. Products include barcode readers, machine vision sensors and machine vision systems that are used in factories, warehouses and distribution centers around the world to guide, gauge, inspect, identify and assure the quality of items during the manufacturing and distribution process.

  • Vision Systems and Sensors: Cognex vision helps companies improve product quality, eliminate production errors, lower manufacturing costs, and exceed consumer expectations for high quality products.
  • Industrial ID Readers: Cognex offers the most advanced technology available for 1D barcode and for 2D Data Matrix code reading regardless of the size, quality, printing method, or surfacethe codes are marked on. As a result, image-based readers are rapidly replacing laser scanners in manufacturing and logistics applications.
  • In-Sight® 2000 series vision sensors combine the power of an In-Sight vision system with the simplicity and affordability of a vision sensor. Ideal for solving error-proofing applications, these vision sensors set new standards for value, ease of use and flexibility thanks to a powerful combination of proven In-Sight vision tools, a simple setup, and a modular design featuring field changeable lighting and optics.
  • Cognex 3D displacement sensors optimize product quality by providing three-dimensional inspection of your products. The sensors are factory calibrated and include industry-leading Cognex machine vision software with powerful 2D and 3D toolsets and a compact, IP65-rated design that withstands even the harshest factory environments. Combined with unique field calibration technology Cognex 3D vision provides the highest accuracy data despite mechanical mounting or motion errors, as well as enabling the simultaneous use of multiple sensors on wide production lines to generate single high resolution 3D images.

Products

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Two major new releases deliver advanced vision tools and tighter deep learning integration in a high-performance platform.
Oct. 14, 2021
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This suite of bar code readers from Cognex have ESD-safe housings to prevent damage to components that are electrostatic discharge sensitive.
May 10, 2017
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The In-Sight VC200 series from Cognex gets faster with each camera added.
Jan. 24, 2017
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Cognex Corporation has announced that it has developed, and is now offering for sale, a totally new product line—ruggedized mobile terminals.
June 8, 2016
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Cognex Corporation announced its Airport Baggage Handling Identification Solution (ABH-ID), the first image-based automatic tag reader (ATR) system that overcomes the limitations...
May 4, 2016
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The In-Sight 2000 series from Cognex combines the power of its In-Sight vision systems with the simplicity and affordability of a vision sensor.
Dec. 31, 2015
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The In-Sight 5705 and 5705 Color (5705C) 5MP vision systems are the highest performance In-Sight systems available for both monochrome and color vision requirements.
June 23, 2015
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Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the world's leader in machine vision, announced its PowerGrid technology, a texture-based location algorithm that takes a unique, inside-out...
Dec. 9, 2014
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Cognex Corporation, (NASDAQ: CGNX), the world's leader in machine vision, announced the next generation DataMan 8600 series of handheld direct part mark (DPM) barcode readers....
Sept. 9, 2014
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The Cognex Explorer Real Time Monitoring system gives facility managers data that removes system defects and optimizes processes.
Sept. 8, 2014

Videos

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At PACK EXPO East 2022, Applied Controls showcased its WordleBot combining Cognex vision technology and a collaborative robot from Universal Robots.
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Cognex's Data Man 374 with torch light leverages high-speed liquid lens with a distance sensor built in to focus on the fly.
Sept. 23, 2019
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A new customer-driven solution from Cognex uses the D1300 3D displacement sensor and the Cognex Designer custom interface to calculate the volume of dispensed food for each individual...
Sept. 29, 2015
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Cognex In-Sight vision system inspects, identifies, and guides parts. Offers integrated track-and-trace technology to help meet unit-level serialization needs.
Sept. 24, 2013
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A five-sided scan tunnel from Cognex handles a conveyor speed of up to 450 ft/min to provide automatic ID solutions in the logistics industry.
Jan. 29, 2013
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Reads through plastic, reads omni-directionally, including high-powered illumination for accurate reading of variable height packages. Readers can be networked together and integrated...
Nov. 30, 2012
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Reads through plastic, reads omni-directionally, including high-powered illumination for accurate reading of variable height packages. Readers can be networked together and integrated...
Nov. 29, 2012
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A demo of the In-Sight 7000 vision system at the Cognex booth demonstrates how the company's new Autofocus mechanism allows for automatic adjustment of focal lengths for packages...
Nov. 2, 2012

Resources

When you need the most advanced capabilities of image-based scanning as well as high throughput, the VSoC-based DataMan 500 will offer you the best—if not the only—viable solution...
April 26, 2012
E-commerce is a boon to large retailers and lower-volume Internet fulfillment operations alike, but low read rates from automated sorting equipment can really reduce margins.
April 26, 2012
If you are currently using laser based barcode readers, now is the time to investigate the advantages of image-based code readers. You may also find that image-based readers open...
April 26, 2012
Solve common logistics and material handling barcode scanning applications with VSoC-powered image-based barcode readers in order to achieve your throughput goals. If you make...
April 26, 2012
Traceability for the automotive industry is a process that documents the genealogy of the parts and subassemblies associated with a specific vehicle or range of vehicles. You ...
April 26, 2012
As pharmaceutical manufacturers move from their current traceability initiatives toward compliance with future ePedigree requirements, those that opt to add smart camera vision...
April 26, 2012
Whether you are new to machine vision or an experienced user, this guide will help you through the vision system selection process, providing answers to ten critical questions...
April 26, 2012

Blogs

Tris Pharma Readies to Meet U.S. Serialization Deadlines
Centralized serialization room servicing packaging lines and rework stations is equipped with easily deployable serialization and track-and-trace software.
March 31, 2017
A One-Armed Collaborative Trend
As the collaborative robot market continues to develop, one trend seems clear—these robots will have one arm for purposes of mobility and small space application.
May 5, 2016
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Quality management of Eli Lilly medical devices got faster and more accurate with the use of an advanced vision system incorporating a 5 Megapixel camera and telecentric lens ...
July 18, 2014
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Food and beverage applications make use of a range of sensor technologies. Here’s a brief look at laser displacement sensors.
July 12, 2013
Increasingly complex global supply chains always present clients across many industries with new challenges. Manufacturing companies, in particular, need tools and strategies ...
March 12, 2013
“I see the trend in traceability growing for the foreseeable future in automotive, as more automakers and suppliers see the cost benefits of traceability,” says John Keating, ...
Sept. 27, 2012

News

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DataMan 280 series combines modular design, ease of use and latest algorithms for higher throughput.
April 25, 2022
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Automates error detection in minutes—no programming experience required.
April 14, 2022
Automating Label Inspection
Schneider Electric introduces Label Assurance, a software and hardware combination that ensures the right product is in the right package.
Oct. 10, 2017
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Integro Technologies Corp. has been named the first Certified Platinum Level Cognex Partner System Integrator (PSI).
Sept. 7, 2016
HMIs as Troubleshooting Tools
Vision systems and remote technologies enable HMIs to become useful tools for diagnostics.
March 4, 2014
MEAU e-Factory Alliance Program announced
Third-party vendor industrial hardware and software products are thoroughly tested with Mitsubishi Electric products, ensuring compatibility and ease of implementation. Nine companies...
Jan. 29, 2014
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Cognex Corporation , the world's leading supplier of machine vision systems, has introduced the In-Sight® 7010C, an entry-level color vision system that can distinguish parts ...
March 19, 2013
The Automate and ProMat 2013 shows offered displays of some of the most advanced robotics, vision and other manufacturing technologies on the market. Here’s a video compilation...
Feb. 21, 2013
Tax stamps need to be applied to liquor bottles sold at wholesale level.
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In the state of Texas, a tax stamp must be applied to each liquor bottle sold at the wholesale level, such as to hotels and restaurants. Goody-Goody Liquors Inc., Dallas, Texas...
Sept. 19, 2012
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Installing a thread protector onto exposed threaded pipe on oil tools is a difficult and time consuming job. Currently no automation technologies perform this operation in industry...
Sept. 19, 2012

Articles

Don Pearson, vice president of sales and marketing at Inductive Automation.
Advantech, Bedrock Automation, Cognex, Hilscher, Opto 22, and Stratus Technologies—among others—demonstrate how their products work with Inductive Automation’s Ignition platform...
Sept. 23, 2021
Cognex Deep Learning quality inspection software can be trained to identify correct placement and types of items assembled or packaged. In this consumer packaged goods example, it's assorted chocolates in a package. Source: Cognex
Cognex works with end users in multiple industrial verticals to apply deep learning to its vision systems for final and in-line assembly verification.
Jan. 9, 2020
The Soft Robotics gripper, designed to mimic the human hand, gently and accurately picks up Peeps to load into trays.
The line integrates JLS robotic packaging cells with equipment from several OEMs. The flexible format accommodates various configurations, upping productivity without impacting...
Aug. 8, 2019
Vision and Sensor Advances Boost Manufacturing Results
Machine learning, integration, connectivity and more are all affecting the capabilities that sensing can provide to increasingly demanding applications.
Sept. 13, 2018
Creating a Vision-Guided Robot Bin-Picking System
A supplier of automotive seat lumbar assemblies creates a system that combines Cognex smart cameras and Yaskawa robots to reduce overhead and boost throughput.
July 25, 2018
A diesel engine OEM eliminates manual inspection with an automated, vision-based inspection station to increase product yield on its assembly line.
July 6, 2017
Finding the Fit for Automation
For manufacturers like Taylor Guitars, where intensive handwork is part of the company’s brand, the application of automation can be a tricky—but much needed—challenge.
July 5, 2017
Advances in technology and cost make vision systems more accessible than ever for manufacturers to use them for new robotics applications.
May 10, 2017
Chartwell Pharmaceuticals relies on software for track and trace.
Scalable software helps pharma firm quickly serialize products from several bottling lines. New bottle labeler, camera and printer all contribute to a track-and-trace solution...
May 2, 2017
Machine vision is freeing robots to seek work beyond the kinds of highly repetitive jobs typically found in mass production. The
Machine vision is freeing robots to seek work beyond the kinds of highly repetitive jobs typically found in mass production. The gift of sight makes them cost-competitive even...
Nov. 2, 2015

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An expanded portfolio of 3D laser displacement sensors, an industrial vision controller and new vision tools address a variety of 3D applications demanding high resolution and...
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The calibrated DS1000 3D laser profiler from Cognex optimizes product quality by providing three-dimensional inspection of products and packages. Compact and industrially designed...
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Software update expands tuning and test mode options for DataMan fixed-mount ID readers
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For automated visual inspection, defect detection or part alignment applications, the In-Sight 7000 series of vision systems deliver speed, flexibility and reliability in a compact...
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The DataMan 300 series of industrial barcode readers are image-based fixed-mount barcode readers that offer extremely flexible optics and lighting features to handle the most ...
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New DataMan 8050 Handheld Barcode Readers Expand the Applications for DataMan
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Cognex Corp. introduced Cognex Tire Solutions, a suite of products designed to solve barcode and low-contrast embossed character reading challenges for tire manufacturers.
Dec. 18, 2013
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New release of In-Sight features advanced defect detection tools.
Dec. 18, 2013
While some companies consider using their existing workforce to manually track and trace packages, vision systems enable serialization solutions that repeatably track every package...
Sept. 24, 2013
When reviewing new sensor technology used in the discrete manufacturing industries, we wondered if end users were simply replacing older technologies or strategically using new...
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The Advantage 100 vision system and the AE2 Advantage engine help OEMs use vision and code reading in space-constrained and cost-sensitive applications.
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Cognex Corporation has introduced new lighting and optics features for its DataMan 300 series of industrial barcode readers. Since its launch, DataMan 300 has quickly become the...
July 1, 2013
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The DataMan 8000 series have been enhanced in reading robustness and speed.
June 10, 2013
Automating a consumer electronics shipping line’s scanning and verification process saved resources, boosted productivity, and saw an ROI of just six months.
June 7, 2013
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Cognex, leading supplier of machine vision systems, announced today that it has released two new products, the Advantage 100 vision system and the AE2 Advantage engine designed...
May 31, 2013
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Cognex Corporation, supplier of machine vision systems and software, announced the Cognex Industrial Camera (CIC) series, a new line of GigE Vision digital industrial cameras ...
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The DS1000 3D laser profiling system calibrates real-world units of measurement for inspections too difficult to perform with traditional two-dimensional machine vision.
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Cognex Corporation supplier of industrial ID systems, announced that it has added two new models to the DataMan 50 series of compact barcode readers and a new DataMan 60 series...
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Cognex Corporation, leading supplier of machine vision systems, has announced the release of the new DS1000 3D laser profiling system.
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The In-Sight 7010C can distinguish parts by color.
March 26, 2013
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OCRMax includes an automatic tuning capability for OCR applications and is available in the In-Sight Explorer 4.8 and VisionPro 8.1 software releases.
March 14, 2013
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The DataMan 9500 industrial-grade mobile computer is meant for reading challenging DPM (direct part mark) codes in applications where operators need to view the code data on an...
Jan. 4, 2013
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Cognex Corporation, the global leader in Industrial ID, has integrated advanced 2DMax+ code reading software technology into the compact DataMan 100 and 200 fixed-mount barcode...
Nov. 12, 2012
Small information labels and data carriers optimize logistics processes for pharmaceutical manufacturers and protect against damage caused by counterfeit products. A German maker...
Nov. 5, 2012
Small size, big performance: the In-Sight Micro 1400 checks labels on up to 40,000 cartons per hour.
High-quality labels and stickers optimize logistics processes and protect against damage caused by counterfeit products. In a new labeling system for pharmaceutical cartons, the...
Sept. 19, 2012
Heart of the Action: the In-Sight Micro 1400 from Cognex checks seam welds of Knorr Fix sachets at high speeds.
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The Knorr sachet packaging plant in Heilbronn, Germany packages millions of products annually such as Fix Spaghetti Bolognese, Fix Goulash and Fix Pot Roast. The plant makes ongoing...
Sept. 19, 2012
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Today, automotive part manufacturers and their suppliers need technology that allows them to catch major errors before they ship products to their customers. This technology needs...
Sept. 19, 2012
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The In-Sight 7010 is an entry level vision system for inspection tasks where vision sensors are too limited and a standard vision system may not be cost effective.
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Cognex Corporation, the global leader in Industrial ID, has integrated advanced 2DMax+ code reading software technology into the compact DataMan 100 and 200 fixed-mount barcode...
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Summary: This four-page whitepaper, Expert Guide to Traceability for the Automotive Industry, spells out specific goals for a part traceability program, using a detailed example...
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June 4, 2012
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Cognex Corporation a supplier of machine vision and industrial ID systems, today announced that it will host a series of complimentary half-day seminars for logistics professionals...
May 25, 2012
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April 6, 2012
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The In-Sight 7000 camera is small, tough and very smart.
March 19, 2012
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The In-Sight 500 is claimed by the maker to have the fastest acquisition speed of any industrial vision system.
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