Fastener manufacturer Groov-Pin is using vision technology to increase productivity.

Vision technology combines automated image analysis and other technologies to improve quality and automate inspection. These systems analyze manufactured parts and perform high-precision measurements much faster than manual measurement.

Different types of equipment include single sensor machines and multiple sensor multi-camera vision systems. These sensors capture pictures that will be analyzed by inspection software. Once the images are analyzed, the software instantly deivers results.

Groov-Pin and other manufacturers use these systems to help eliminate errors, improve productivity, and facilitate quality-consistent deliveries.

Groov-Pin’s quality department in Rhode Island use a KEYENCE system as part of the company’s lean manufacturing program. Groov-Pin’s facility in Newnan, GA, also uses a KEYENCE system, which measures multiple dimensions of a part at one time. 

Vision technology has helped Groov-Pin’s quality department measure complex parts 30 at a time instead of using an analog comparator, which requires a special holder to measure the parts one by one.

In addition to saving time, the KEYENCE system improves accuracy as well. When a part is measured, the readings are displayed and give an automatic pass or fail result. Machine operators can use the system to help swiftly detect inaccuracies. 

Founded in 1926 to develop the press-fit fastener known as grooved pins, today Groov-Pin also manufactures threaded inserts and precision turned components. Web: Groov-Pin.com