2019

18.04.2019

IDS Software Suite 4.92 available for download

IDS Software Suite 4.92 adds new cameras and features

As per usual, the release is downward compatible and additionally supports the upcoming new camera models UI-1007XS and UI-3040LE. For the uEye LE AF board level cameras, it enables the development from "Active Focus" functionality to software-based autofocus.

17.04.2019

Jeremy Bergh elected as a member of the AIA Board of Directors

The President of our North America office, Jeremy Bergh, is elected as a member of the board of AIA – The Association for Advancing Vision + Imaging. Bergh is thus committed to the interests of more than 360 member companies from 32 countries.

15.04.2019

Silver for IDS NXT rio & rome

Vision app-based industrial cameras from IDS receive VSD Innovators Award

For the fifth time, the American trade magazine "Vision Systems Design" has presented the Innovators Award to products and solutions in the field of image processing. Our vision app-based cameras IDS NXT rio & rome received "Silver" in the category "Embedded vision" and are thus considered one of the most innovative products in image processing.

05.04.2019

Japanese Deputy Economics Minister visits IDS

As part of his trip to Germany, the Japanese Deputy Economics Minister Hirofumi Takinami visited our development and production site in Obersulm at the beginning of April. IDS was the only stop in Baden-Württemberg before the Japanese delegation travelled on to Bremen and the Hannover Messe.

05.04.2019

Visit us at Control in Stuttgart

Artificial intelligence for industrial image processing: At Control 2019, IDS is showing a 2D industrial camera that interprets image data "on the edge" using an artificial neural network (ANN). In hall 6, booth 6401, you can witness this AI-based object classification live.

20.03.2019

Alternatives after Fax deactivation

Customer information: fax reception to be discontinued by April 30th

The history of the fax machine goes back to the year 1843. On April 30^th, 2019, it will come to an end - at least regarding its usage at IDS. From this day onwards, the technology will be replaced by other communication channels, both at our headquarters and the branches.

18.03.2019

IDS Industrial Vision Days - registration open

The IDS Industrial Vision Days in mid-May are a great possibility to get in-depth information on our products and learn more about market trends such as artificial intelligence, deep learning and robot vision. With interesting lectures, product demonstrations and carefully chosen venues, we guarantee an exciting and instructive experience.

14.03.2019

Mobile system for testing composite materials with USB 3.0 uEye LE cameras

$Mobile system for testing composite materials with USB 3.0 uEye LE cameras$

Composite materials generally combine the favorable properties of their individual components. For this reason, they are used extensively in industrial applications. However, the inhomogeneous structure of the material must also be taken into consideration. During machining, for example, fraying and chipping can occur on bores or milled edges.

12.03.2019

Line scan mode with one click

Benefit from the new "User Set Control" starting with IDS Vision Firmware 1.7 by saving and reloading optimally configured camera settings very easily.

11.03.2019

Sony STARVIS sensor provides excellent image quality

The new uEye CP cameras with GigE or USB3 interfaces featuring Vision Standard and IMX226 will be available at the end of April. The high-resolution 12 MP Rolling Shutter CMOS sensor is very light-sensitive and excels at the same time with particularly low noise levels.

08.03.2019

Visit IDS at Automate in Chicago

Held once every two years in the United States, Automate is the broadest automation solutions event in North America, aiming to give you an overview of the automation industry. Visit the IDS Inc. team at booth 9528 and learn how our cameras and solutions help with your automation projects!

27.02.2019

Exact trimming of foam parts with Ensenso 3D camera

For companies in the automotive industry, the conditions placed on original equipment manufacturers and suppliers are immense in order to ensure high quality and continuous improvement, waste reduction and error minimisation.

25.02.2019

One for all: IMX273 will soon also be integrated into the uEye LE family

Thanks to its enormous sensitivity, low noise levels and high dynamic range, the 1.6 MP Global Shutter CMOS sensor excels in a wide range of applications. The integration in all our uEye camera families is therefore a logical next step.

20.02.2019

uEye XS mini industrial camera back in the spotlight

A discontinued sensor board in 2018 spelled the temporary end for our versatile uEye XS camera. For IDS, however, this was no reason to give up on this little all-rounder. April will feature the launch of the UI-1007XS model, which is extremely similar to its predecessor in terms of performance, appearance and functions.

18.02.2019

Start of construction of "B39" technology centre

Main building of the planned Technology and Innovation Centre B 39

The ground-breaking ceremony on February 25th marks the start of the largest expansion in the history of IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH. The innovation and technology centre "B39" will provide jobs for 200 employees. In addition, a staff restaurant and event rooms for lectures and conferences with up to 200 persons are planned.

23.01.2019

IDS NXT rio and rome awarded with inVISION Top Innovation 2019

The German trade magazine inVISION has chosen our brand new IDS NXT camera families rio & rome, presented at the VISION trade fair, as Top Innovation 2019.

21.01.2019

Sales increase far above industry average

IDS managing board: Daniel Seiler, Jürgen Hartmann

The sales growth of IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH remained above average at around 20 % even in 2018. Sales rose particularly strongly with approx. 50 % in Asia, but we also recorded growth of about 20 % in the USA and Europe. "The investments in new branches are paying off," explains Jürgen Hartmann, company founder and owner. "We now generate more than 50 % of our sales abroad." IDS cameras with USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 interfaces are among the bestsellers.

18.01.2019

Recognised. Picked. Packed.

Bin picking application with Ensenso 3D camera boosts productivity

Short cycle times, little scrap, minimal stock-keeping - the factory of the future is networked and highly economical. An important component here is industrial image processing.

Read more … Recognised. Picked. Packed.

17.01.2019

Sourcecode examples and revised manual "Development of vision apps" available

IDS NXT industrial cameras provide tremendous opportunities to realize individual image processing applications. Thanks to vision apps, the functionality of the devices can be altered at will. If you want to create your own apps with the Vision App Development Kit, useful app information can be found on our website.

16.01.2019

GigE Vision Firmware 1.7 introduces new features such as linescan modes for e2v and Sony sensors

Firmware version 1.7 adds new operating modes to our GigE Vision cameras and also allows different camera parameters to be saved and loaded at lightning speed. The release is available for download and supports models with Sony Global Shutter and e2v sensors. Starting with version 1.8, "User Sets" which are predefined by IDS and which can be configured by the user, will also be available for GigE Vision cameras with Sony Rolling Shutter sensors.

14.01.2019

Meet us at the National Manufacturing & Supply Chain in Dublin

On January 17th, 2019 the largest gathering of key decision makers in Irish manufacturing supply chain will take place in Dublin. IDS will be exhibiting exciting new products from the IDS NXT product family as well as robot vision applications with Ensenso 3D cameras. Discover the possibilities for your application at booth C610.