(Cognex: Natick, MA) -- Cognex Corp., a global supplier of machine vision systems, has released a new version of In-Sight Explorer 4.5 that expands the capabilities of In-Sight vision systems and gives them the most advanced inspection tools available today.

In-Sight Explorer 4.5 inspection tools now include an all-in-one edge and surface inspection tool, an all-in-one bead width and position tool, and a robust ID tool that reads multiple codes at one time, allowing In-Sight cameras to read barcodes and provide inspections simultaneously.

The new Flexible Flaw Detection (FFD) edge- and surface-inspection tool works for both color and grayscale applications, and is used to inspect for boundary defects, such as conformity of shape, and surface defects like stains and scratches. FFD can also be used for print inspections, such as inspecting screened logos for defects. FFD also gives users the flexibility to select accuracy vs. speed requirements and the ability to ignore defects during system run time.

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