Archive for the ‘manufacturing equipment’ Category

The World’s Smallest Vision System?

Thursday, May 21st, 2009

Described by Vision Components (Ettlingen, Germany) as the world's smallest vision system, the VCSBC4012 nano features a CMOS sensor with 5-MP resolution. The device measures 40 x 65 mm and is a redesigned version of the company's 40 x 120 mm single-board camera. The size reduction was achieved by populating both sides of the board with components. Because it ...

Machine Simplifies Medical-Balloon Manufacturing

Friday, March 20th, 2009

A new computer-controlled balloon-forming machine is designed to simplify manufacturing operations while enabling the production of an extensive range of medical balloons. The BFM-3310 from Interface Catheter Solutions includes such features as a programmable logic controller with expanded functionality, quick-release brackets for the rapid exchange of water jackets, Ethernet and ...