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Edge Series
COMPACT PRECISION METROLOGY
- Repeatable Measurement
- Three Levels of Automation
- Pattern recognition for automated feature detection
COMPACT AUTOMATION.
REPEATABLE PRECISION.
Edge Series offers three compact vision measurement systems for production environments and the dimensional verification of small precision components.
Edge Series supports repeatable dimensional verification where throughput and consistency are critical. Compact systems enable shop-floor measurement, keeping dimensional inspection close to the manufacturing process and providing faster feedback to production and quality control operations.
The series offers three levels of automation, from flexible manual inspection through to full 3-axis CNC measurement. This structure allows manufacturers to select the inspection capability suited to their workflow while maintaining measurement reliability and consistent control of critical dimensions.
Reproducibility
Ensures consistent measurement results, helping manufacturers maintain high quality and efficiency.
Edge Series Advantages
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Compact Production-Ready Footprint
Designed for shop-floor measurement, the compact footprint allows dimensional inspection to take place close to the manufacturing process. Integrating measurement directly within production areas enables faster response to variation and clearer communication between production and quality teams.
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Repeatable Measurement
Consistent measurement results are essential for reliable quality control. Edge Series provides repeatable measurement across operators, shifts and production batches, helping maintain dependable dimensional verification and reducing the risk of variation passing downstream.
DESIGNED FOR HIGH-THROUGHPUT INSPECTION WHERE AUTOMATION AND MEASUREMENT FLEXIBILITY ARE ESSENTIAL.
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Three Levels of Automation
Three defined levels of automation are available: manual measurement, automated 2-axis inspection and full 3-axis CNC measurement, allowing manufacturers to select the level of automation suited to their inspection tasks and production workflow. From first-article inspection to high-volume production measurement, the Edge Series provides a solution tailored to your application.
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Metrology Expertise and Partnership
Successful and consistent measurement processes depend on more than equipment alone. Vision Engineering works closely with manufacturers to ensure systems are correctly specified, installed and integrated into existing inspection workflows. Training, application guidance and ongoing technical support help organizations maintain reliable dimensional verification as production requirements evolve.
THREE SYSTEMS.
YOUR INSPECTION CHOICE.
Vision measurement systems designed to deliver repeatable dimensional verification for different inspection requirements.
Full 3-axis CNC measurement for controlled production inspection.
APEX delivers automated dimensional verification for production environments where repeatability and inspection throughput are critical. Full 3-axis CNC control and motorised zoom optics support programmed inspection routines and consistent measurement across production batches.
Key Features:
- Full 3-axis CNC control and measurement
- Motorized 6.5:1 zoom optics
- Motorised focus
- Adjustable sub-stage iris control for flat and turned parts
- Programmable LED illumination
- Pattern recognition for automated feature detection
- Image stitching capability
- GD&T measurement capability
- Structured reporting and data export
- M3 measurement software
Rapid 2-axis automated measurement for repeat inspection
VISTA delivers automated dimensional verification for production environments where repeated inspection of consistent parts is required. 3-axis automated movement for the fast, reliable measurement of three dimensional parts. Large field of view for faster inspections.
Key Features:
- 3-axis CNC control, 2-axis measurement
- Telecentric optical measurement capability
- Motorized focus
- Collimated sub-stage illumination
- Programmable LED illumination
- Pattern recognition for automated feature detection
- Image stitching capability
- GD&T measurement capability
- Structured reporting and data export
- M3 measurement software
Flexible manual measurement for production verification
CORE delivers reliable dimensional verification for production environments where flexibility and ease of use are important.
Manual stage control supports quick inspection tasks and dependable dimensional checks during
setup and production. This helps make confident pass/fail decisions faster.
Key Features:
- Manual stage control for flexible inspection
- Manual 6:5:1 zoom optics
- Iris-controlled substage illumination for flat and turned parts
- Programmable LED illumination
- Pattern recognition for automated feature detection
- Image stitching capability
- GD&T measurement capability
- Structured reporting and data export
- M3 measurement software
MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS.
RELIABLE VERIFICATION.
Edge Series supports dimensional verification of small precision components across production-driven industries.
Precision Engineering
Where tight tolerances and repeat inspection are common, Edge Series provides dimensional verification of machined parts. Features such as threads, gears, shafts, shoulders, grooves, and small machined housings can be measured while maintaining control of critical dimensions across production batches. Automated inspection routines maintain repeatability, identify process variation earlier, and reduce reliance on manual measurement.
Electronics
Miniaturised components and dense PCB layouts require reliable dimensional verification during manufacturing and quality control. Edge Series provides measurement capability for features such as connector pins, solder pads, component spacing and small PCB features. Automated measurement routines support repeat inspection of consistent layouts while maintaining reliable measurement performance across operators and shifts.
Precision Plastics and 3D Printing
Injection molded and additively manufactured parts often include thin walls, fine edge features, and cavity-to-cavity variation. Edge Series enables non-contact optical measurement of molded connectors, plastic housings, and small structural parts, allowing manufacturers to verify geometry and identify flash, shrinkage, warpage or distortion. Image stitching extends the measurement field for larger or complex plastic components.
Medical Device
Medical components frequently include micro-features and fine tolerances that require reliable dimensional verification. Edge Series supports inspection of parts such as catheter components, stent features, surgical device elements and miniature moulded parts used in medical assemblies. Repeatable measurement and structured reporting help maintain traceability while supporting consistent quality control across production batches.
MEASUREMENT SOFTWARE.
M3 measurement software delivers repeatable dimensional verification in production environments through programmed inspection routines, automated feature detection and structured reporting.
Program
Create and run programmed inspection routines for repeat parts.
- Create programmed inspection routines
- Store and recall measurement programs
- Pattern recognition for automatic feature location
- Batch inspection of multiple components
Reporting
Clear documentation and traceable measurement results.
- Structured measurement reports
- DXF import and digital comparison
- Data export for SPC and quality systems
- Stored inspection results for traceability
- Supports integration with digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 environments.
INSPECTION WORKFLOWS CAN BE CONFIGURED TO
SUIT SPECIFIC MEASUREMENT TASKS.
Measurement
Dimensional measurement tools for simple and complex features.
- Measure points, lines, circles and arcs
- Feature construction and geometric relationships
- GD&T evaluation
- Image stitching capability
Tailored Features
Adapt measurement capability to specific inspection tasks.
- Additional software modules
- Custom measurement routines
- Configurable inspection workflows
- Expand capability as requirements evolve
Technical Specification
Edge Series
Compact Automation. Repeatable Precision.
Frequently asked questions
How can a vision measurement system improve repeatability between operators?
A vision measurement system helps operators follow a consistent, repeatable process. Edge Series enhances repeatability through a range of built-in features. The Eye Measure tool automatically detects hundreds of points in seconds, accurately identifying the edge detail which is available on all systems.
Easy-to-create measurement programs guide operators through each step, helping ensure consistency across different users, shifts, and batches. On APEX and VISTA models, automated measurement capabilities further streamline the process, enabling efficient inspections while maintaining reliable, repeatable results.
Can Edge Series support non-contact measurement close to production?
Yes. Edge Series is designed to be compact and robust, making it well suited for use close to production. Its small footprint helps it fit into space-constrained shop-floor environments, while its durable construction ensures reliable performance in demanding conditions.
The system enables non-contact measurement of small precision components without needing to move parts to a separate inspection area, providing faster feedback to production teams. It is also designed to be easy to use, allowing engineers as well as quality specialists to carry out measurements efficiently and consistently.
Can Edge Series vision measuring systems inspect small or complex parts that are difficult to check by hand?
Yes. Edge Series is designed for dimensional inspection of small components with fine features, edges, holes, radii, profiles and other details that can be slow or difficult to check with handheld tools. Non-contact vision measurement, supported by optimised optics and illumination, also helps when parts are delicate or difficult to position.
Can automated measurement systems like APEX and VISTA reduce inspection bottlenecks in manufacturing?
Yes. Automated measurement can reduce repeated manual steps and help quality teams inspect parts more efficiently. VISTA and APEX are especially useful where the same part, feature or batch needs to be checked regularly using stored measurement routines in M3 measurement software.
Which Edge Series model is best for repeatable manual, 2-axis or CNC measurement?
VISTA is suited to repeatable 2-axis inspection routines, while APEX is better suited to programmed measurement with full 3-axis CNC control. CORE is best where flexible manual measurement is more important than automation. The specific model depends on the component, inspection routine and level of automation required.
What inspection problems does Edge Series help manufacturers solve?
Edge Series helps manufacturers address common inspection challenges such as inconsistent results between operators, delays in getting measurement feedback, repeated batch checks, documentation requirements, and the need to measure small precision features without contact.
Features such as the Eye Measure tool and guided measurement programs improve consistency and reduce reliance on manual interpretation, while automated capabilities on APEX and VISTA models speed up inspection and reporting.
