Design News Honors PPT VISION M-Series Vision System With 2011 Golden Mousetrap Award

    MINNETONKA, MN, April 20, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- PPT VISION announces that its Impact M-Series Embedded Vision System earned the 2011 Golden Mousetrap Award from Design News Magazine in recognition as the best new product in the sensors and vision category.

"The M-Series Vision System uses the same proven IMPACT software that our A,C and T Series Smart Cameras use, and any combination of our GigE compatible M-Series gray scale, color or line scan cameras can be used with our M-Series processor " said Bob Heller, President and CEO of PPT VISION.

The M-Series allows users to perform up to four unique inspections that can be initiated independently--at different times or simultaneously--using a single vision processor. Performing at speeds up to 210 frames per second, compact M-Series GigE cameras (available in gray scale, color and line scan models) deliver twice the speed of most smart cameras. Unlike other smart cameras, no PC is required for configuring and operating the Impact M-Series Embedded Vision System. The M-Series embedded M40 processor also eradicates the need for a separate computer for programming and operation--creating a straightforward, networked system. Significant cost savings are achieved by eliminating the necessity of purchasing multiple systems for separate inspection/guidance programs, as well as in reducing setup and networking time.

By combining a simple operating system with high speed and precision, the M-Series provides the flexibility and performance needed for challenging inspection processes. Models are also available that deliver 16 times the resolution of most VGA cameras. The M-Series is a machine vision solution for manufacturing industries that require more than one inspection, such as automotive, electronics, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and consumer products.

PPT VISION develops, manufactures and markets machine vision solutions for the global pharmaceutical, medical, electronics and automotive industries. With thousands of installations worldwide, PPT VISION provides complete machine vision solutions that include common IMPACT inspection software across all smart cameras and embedded processors, an easy to program operator interface, experienced, personalized technical service and expandable hardware platforms. Headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA, PPT VISION has offices and distributors located throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Email: [email protected]. Website: http://www.pptvision.com.

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