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OST offers machine-vision packages
Oxford Sensor Technology (OST) now supplies, installs, commissions and supports machine vision systems based on a range of smart/intelligent camera technologies.
News from Engineeringtalk, 19 June 2009
No hard sell at machine vision seminars
Free half-day seminars are designed to give a truthful introduction to general machine vision principles.
News from Engineeringtalk, 15 August 2008
3D scanner checks tote contents
3D scanning system mounts directly above an existing conveyor, detects a passing tote and calculates how full it is.
News from Engineeringtalk, 30 June 2008
Instrument verifys tyre type
Location of the centre of the wheel and bolt/stud holes is achieved by the greyscale camera system, allowing fast and accurate location for pick and place or wheel fitting robots.
News from Engineeringtalk, 9 November 2007
Agreement brings automation company to India
A new agreement will see Tespa, selling, installing and providing post-sales support to OST customers throughout India.
News from Engineeringtalk, 23 April 2007
Visitors to try out machine vision equipment
"Meet the machine vision experts" gatherings at locations around the UK will provide visitors with the opportunity to use a range of machine vision equipment.
News from Engineeringtalk, 29 March 2007
PLC takes charge of machine vision
OST-CellController combines all the power, functionality and ease of use of Oxford Sensor Technology's vision analysis software with a PC based PLC.
News from Engineeringtalk, 3 November 2006
Building blocks create tailored vision systems
OST-Inviso comprises a comprehensive range of cameras, lenses, laser and illumination systems, combined with the OST- QuickLocator software suite.
News from Engineeringtalk, 11 August 2006
Motor show offers Russian opportunity
The Moscow International Motor Show will enable Oxford Sensor Technology to publicise its vast capabilities to a rapidly expanding market sector.
News from Engineeringtalk, 20 July 2006
Website speaks to Chinese market
Oxford Sensor Technology has translated its website and brochures into Chinese.
News from Engineeringtalk, 26 June 2006
Motorised slides keep welders on track
OST-QuickSlide comprises a range of vision guided motorised slide systems for nonrobotic welding applications.
News from Engineeringtalk, 5 May 2006
Sensor systems aim to improve weld quality
Oxford Sensor Technology has launched a number of new products aimed at improving process quality and reducing cost in the automated welding sector.
News from Engineeringtalk, 29 November 2005
Sensors sample the highlights at Land Rover
The glazing cell on the new Land Rover assembly line comprises six ABB robots, each fitted with SRS VisionSensors.
News from Engineeringtalk, 17 June 2005
Sensor software guides robotic welders
New software, OST-Find, has been developed for the highly successful CSS WeldSensor from Oxford Sensor Technology.
News from Engineeringtalk, 5 April 2005
Sensors find a niche in automotive manufacturing
In 2004 Oxford Sensor Technology (OST) celebrated the 15th anniversary of its formation by having yet another good year.
News from Engineeringtalk, 21 December 2004
Eilander and Oittinen expand Oxford team
Oxford Sensor Technology has expanded its team with two new arrivals.
News from Engineeringtalk, 4 August 2004
New company targets European weld vision market
OST-SmartLine is a new Netherlands-based company set up to undertake sales, installation and after-sales service of vision sensors for welding applications througout Europe.
News from Engineeringtalk, 6 July 2004
Investment to fund sensor developments
Oxford Sensor Technology (OST) has raised GBP 400,000 of investment, which is being used to speed up the development of new sensor technology.
News from Engineeringtalk, 28 April 2004
Easy installation for vision system
Valmet Automotive has successfully installed its own fully automated glazing cell without the need for assistance of system integrators.
News from Engineeringtalk, 25 November 2003
Schneider Electric Ventures invests in Oxford
Schneider Electric Ventures has become a significant minority major investor in Oxford Sensor Technology.
News from Engineeringtalk, 5 September 2003
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