AI revolutionizes industrial 3D imaging systems! August 12, 2026. Next-Gen 3D vision and AI integration from SICK. SICK has launched updated configurable software and new 3D cameras to automate quality control and process monitoring in industrial manufacturing. These innovations integrate artificial intelligence directly into three-dimensional data evaluation, addressing sectors requiring precise defect analysis, sorting, and dimensional inspection. A new era in 3D data analysis with AI. With version 2.17 of the NOVA platform, AI algorithms are applied to 3D image analysis. This system uses the 3D Anomaly Detection tool for topographic deviations, the Object Detection module for counting tasks, and 3D AI Classification for product categorization. Operators can configure inspections with example images instead of complex rules. These AI models can be trained and run on-device via smart sensors or utilize the D-Studio web service for large datasets. Broad industrial applications. These analytical tools support a wide range of industrial manufacturing use cases, including volume, shape, and dimensional completeness inspections. They also perform functions like breakage detection, color verification, print contrast analysis, label readability checks, and 1D/2D matrix code decoding. Thanks to the SICK AppSpace and AppStudio development environments, operators can extend software functionality with self-developed or pre-configured add-ons. Pixel-Based Object segmentation and defect analysis. The system includes the AI Blob Finder image processing tool to support continuous software development. Powered by a trained neural network, this feature detects, counts, and measures objects within a specified area. The algorithm segments objects pixel by pixel, calculating precise dimensional measurements like length, width, and total area. This pixel-level segmentation ensures reliable detection of microscopic cracks and surface deviations in highly reflective or structurally complex materials. Next-Gen CMOS sensor hardware features. The hardware backbone for these software capabilities is the Ranger NextGen 3D camera, built upon the existing Ranger3 architecture. Utilizing updated CMOS image sensor technology and advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes, the camera simultaneously produces high-resolution 2D images, precise 3D height maps, and true color data. This hardware offers higher measurement accuracy and faster acquisition speeds, increasing throughput per part without reducing spatial resolution. Additionally, integrated image data pre-processing ensures reliable operation in outdoor environments or highly variable ambient lighting conditions. Industry comparison and competitive advantage. In the industrial image processing market, the integration of AI with 3D CMOS profile sensors has become a benchmark for comparing advanced machine vision systems. SICK's Ranger NextGen and NOVA platform directly compete with systems like LMI Technologies' Gocator series and Cognex In-Sight 3D-L4000. SICK's architecture, similar to Cognex's ViDi software and LMI's GoPxL, allows for direct deployment of the AI model to smart sensors, reducing latency compared to cloud-based processing. The shift from traditional rule-based machine vision programming to example image dataset training has become an industry standard for evaluating setup efficiency and hardware scalability in 3D anomaly detection.

LMI Technologies presents Gocator(R) 2D Smart Cameras. LMI Technologies today announces the market launch of the Gocator(R) 2D Smart Cameras. These robust industrial 2D vision systems offer fast imaging, powerful processing with NVIDIA Orin NX, edge-native AI, as well as quick commissioning and factory integration in a single device. Gocator 2D Smart Cameras utilize the proven Gocator(R) Smart Platform and GoPxL(R) vision inspection software for reliable 2D inspections without external computers or cloud connections. Using browser-based drag-and-drop workflows, inspections can be designed, validated, and deployed within hours instead of weeks. The result is faster commissioning, lower total operating costs, and precise real-time inspection performance in manufacturing. No PC. No Cloud. No Compromises. Gocator 2D Smart Cameras integrate camera, processor, and vision software into a robust IP67-rated device. This eliminates the complexity and maintenance burden of traditional PC-based vision systems. With resolutions of 5 MP and 12 MP, the global shutter models achieve 84 fps with minimal latency under 10 ms for high-speed applications. Built-in AI and rule-based image processing tools work together directly on the device. This allows inspection tasks such as defect detection, measurement tasks, OCR, color inspection, barcode reading, or traceability to be easily mastered. Native support for EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus, and MQTT enables seamless integration into modern automation and PLC environments. Gocator 2D Smart Cameras leverage the edge processing power of NVIDIA Jetson(TM) Orin NX, providing the AI performance required for demanding industrial inspection applications while maintaining deterministic real-time operation. GoPxL forms the core vision platform at the heart of the Gocator 2D Smart Cameras. Using a browser-based user interface and drag-and-drop workflows, users design and validate inspections in hours instead of weeks, without writing a single line of code. The software enables live debugging and offers the flexibility to combine AI with proven image processing tools. The platform is open and extensible, supporting Python scripts and advanced workflows for manufacturers and system integrators with specific requirements. One Device. One Platform. Ready to use immediately. Gocator 2D Smart Cameras are designed for single-camera applications and small multi-station setups. In these areas, PC-based systems often cause unnecessary costs, maintenance efforts, and cybersecurity issues. By delivering high-quality results directly on the device, the platform supports rapid deployment and easy transfer to additional production lines. As inspection demands grow, the GoPxL platform offers clear scalability - inspection logic and AI workflows can be flexibly extended to new devices without reconfiguring the system. For users of Gocator(R) 3D Smart Sensors, Gocator 2D seamlessly integrates into the same system, utilizing a shared user interface, job files, and data model for unified 2D and 3D inspection. Gocator 2D differs from traditional smart cameras or PC solutions by being a fully integrated industrial vision system in a single device. This minimizes integration effort, accelerates commissioning, and reduces total operating costs. With an unlimited license model and no dependencies on cloud or subscriptions, the Gocator 2D Smart Cameras are designed for long-term industrial use. The result: A smart, simple, and scalable 2D vision solution - industrial-grade and ready to use immediately. "The Gocator 2D Smart Camera was developed for the reality of industrial vision: customers want precise results at full line speed, without the complexity of PC-based systems," says Mark Radford, CEO of LMI Technologies. "By combining high-speed image capture with edge-native AI and our GoPxL drag-and-drop software interface in a single robust device, we deliver a true all-in-one 2D vision system. It can be implemented quickly and easily, operates reliably, and is designed to scale to unified inspection on one platform." Gocator(R) 2D Smart Cameras are available immediately. For more information, visit https://gocator2d.lmi3d.com. Gocator(R) 2D Smart Cameras are supported by a comprehensive range of certified industrial accessories, including C-mount lenses, lighting, cables, power supplies, and mounting hardware. This enables a complete, ready-to-use inspection solution. Supported by TKH Vision, Gocator 2D Smart Cameras bundle top-tier imaging and powerful software into an industrial-grade solution that is ready to use immediately. About LMI Technologies As a global leader in industrial inspection, LMI Technologies enhances manufacturing quality with smart 3D and 2D vision solutions. The award-winning Gocator(R) portfolio includes FactorySmart(R) 3D sensors as well as Gocator(R) 2D Smart Cameras, offering fast and reliable inspection processes through the central GoPxL(R) platform. LMI enables manufacturers to implement measurements, AI-based inspections, and traceability with minimal integration, reduced complexity, and no dependency on PCs or cloud infrastructure. Company contact and publisher of the announcement: LMI Technologies Warthestraße 21 14513 Teltow Phone: +49 (3328) 9360-0 Fax: +49 (3328) 305188 http://www.lmi3d.com For the above story, only the respective publisher specified (see company contact above) is responsible. 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