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Vision King – Steel Tubes

Technology Description

The main objective is to identify defects and imperfections on the surface and roundness of the tube, such as:

Scratches and
Cracks

Crack detected on the steel surface

Tears and
Mechanical Marks

Rupture on the steel surface

Flux Powder
Residue

Flux powder residue on the steel surface

Rolling
Defect

Rolling defect on the steel surface

Scale and
Oxidation

Mill scale on the steel tube surface

Straightness and
Compliance

Irregularity detected along the steel tube

Roundness and
Wall Thickness

Thickness deviation measured on the steel tube

Deformation and
Dimensional Tolerance

Deformation detected on the steel tube

The Vision King computer vision system ensures quality in the steel industry by using cameras and advanced algorithms to automatically inspect steel tubes. The technology accurately detects subtle defects that are invisible to the human eye, elevating quality control to a higher level of reliability.

Vision King inspection frame over the steel tube conveyor
Steel tubes running through the inspection station

Technologies and Techniques Used in Inspection

Cameras and
Sensors

Image
Processing

Artificial
Intelligence

Real-Time
Systems

Vision King – Steel Tubes on Production Line

1

Vision King – Coiled Steel and Blanks:

Detects metallurgical defects while the decoils progrides allowing automation to cut defect free blanks.

2

Vision King – Metal Stamping

Detects defects in class A surface right after press operation.

3

Spot Fusion:

Detects weld defects using weld controller data, it can be paired with machine vision to inspect weld aesthetics.

4

Vision King – Laser Brazing Inspection

Visual inspection of Laser Brazing process allowing immediate trobleshooting.

5

Vision King – Adhesive and Sealant

Secure and imediate inspection system that allows operators only dadicate on fixing defects.

6

Vision King – E-coat and Primer

Detects contaminants and defects in e-coated or primed surface allowing operation to focus in fixes before advancing in the production process.

7

Vision King – Base Coat and Varnish

System deditated to inspect for defect on painted surface.

8

Vision King – Final Assembly

Inspects defects in real-time such as missing parts and misalignments under the car.

Advantages

  • 100% automated inspection.

  • High precision and consistency in real-time defect detection.

  • High operating speed, keeping pace with the production line without impacting cycle time

  • Immediate identification and localization of defects

  • Reduction or elimination of manual inspection, optimizing resources and minimizing operational errors

  • Increased safety and ergonomics, reducing repetitive strain and exposure to risks

  • Full traceability of each steel tubes, ensuring complete process control.

  • Standardization of quality and increased production efficiency

  • Contribution to Industry 4.0 by integrating smart technology into the manufacturing process