(Cognex: Natick, MA) -- Cognex Corp. has introduced a new feature for its In-Sight vision systems that allows manufacturers to easily and automatically test the vision system and verify that it is functioning correctly. This new functionality, called TestRun, is available only with In-Sight vision systems and gives users increased confidence in the validity of their vision inspection results.

Now, users can confirm program changes by quickly checking against the “baseline” configuration. TestRun also makes it easy for system integrators and OEMs to demonstrate that the vision system meets the acceptance criteria when the system is installed at the end-user’s facility. And, machine operators can minimize bad results by easily checking that the vision hardware is performing properly. In addition to testing system functionality, TestRun assists quality managers to identify “borderline” inspections and to refine pass/fail criteria.

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