Clear View. Anytime, Anywhere. Rotary Wiper Vision Unit

Have you ever had any of these issues at your workplace?

Caused by contaminants such as water droplets or dust,
adhering to surface of the lens・・・

Only visual monitoring by humans eye

Cannot capture clearl vision

Image processing is impossible

Cannot be used outdoors

Complicated manufacturing processes in machine tools have many blind spots and require frequent visual checking

Machine downtime for chip removal and visual checkswill

potentially lead to production delays

Example scenes

Chemical plant

During chemical processing, vapors or mists of liquid can adhere to the camera interfering with clear vision.

Metalworking

Coolant or oil used in metal cutting, polishing, and cutting splashes to the camera affecting damage to the lens and sensor.

Automotive manufacturing

Lubricants and Coolants used in the assembly and painting process adhere to the camera.

Food Processing Factory

Fresh food processing areas, such as meat and fish, splash water and oil, adhering easily to the camera.

Kowa Optronics Rotary Wiper Vision Unit Solves customer problems

point 01

Keeps “Clear Vision” even inside the machine tool

point 02

Keeps clear vision inside lathes, milling machines, grinders of machine tools without disturbing coolant and chips

Can be installed in blind spots even where it is difficult to see

Real-time monitoring the processing status, it is possible to smoothly review the processing process, improving production efficiency and quality.

Data analysis by recording the processing process

Enable to identify the cause of the problem in a location that was previously difficult to check

Remote real-time monitoring

Real-time monitoring avoids unexpected problems

Quickly detect machining errors

Provide alert information when defects occur combined with image processing

Kowa Optronics Rotary Wiper Vision unit Patent pending

”Visible” in harsh environment with splashing water and oil

Can be used for various applications such as image processing and remote monitoring

Lenses can be changed depending on the required angle of view
Achieved compact size with S-mount lenses
Enables continuous recording and remote monitoring with harsh environmental resistant IP camera (*Under development)
Can be customized for high resolution and high temperature

triple protection

1

Water- and oil-repellent coating

Uses scratch-resistant sapphire glass with a water- and oil-repellent coating

2

Air supply

High-pressure air rotates the front glass at high speed

3

High speed rotation

High speed rotation removes water and oil deposits

Packaged vision unit for easy installation

Housing

Lenses
Focal length can be selected
→You can choose from focal lengths of 3/5/8/12/16/25mm

Cameras
Resolution can be selected
→ Choose from GigE camera 0.48/1.3/3MP or IP camera 2MP

Customer’s Opinions

Machinery parts industry

Improved operational efficiency

Installed inside the machine tool.
As a result of monitoring metals processing situation, it became possible to visualize the chip accumulation in areas that had been difficult to check before.

The detection of chip generation through integration with image processing devices has reduced cutting defects caused by chips, improving operating efficiency.

Provide alert information when processing failure occur combined
with image processing

Click here for image processing and AI software

Automotive Parts Industry

Labor saving and quality improvement

Previously, it was difficult to place cameras inside a machine tool, required regularly checks by operators.
Also, the camera was installed inside a machine tool, where it's possible to check the condition from a remort location using images, which reduced the manpower.

Accumulating recorded data enabled to identify the reason for defects, improving the quality of the product

Monitoring from remote location

The cause of the problem can be confirmed from the recording data.

Customer's Opinions

Skmechanics Co., Ltd.

Company Information

CEO

Mr.Wataru Sashida
Head office location

Iruma City, Saitama Prefecture
Foundation

1991/10
Business Overview

Metal processing business for vacuum equipment parts (chambers), LCD and solar battery, panel manufacturing equipment parts, and condenser manufacturing equipment, semiconductor inspection equipment.

Question

What issues have you faced with your company?

Answer

We manufacture metal parts, high-precision machining, and friction stir welding, using various types of machine tools for metal parts machining. During the machining of workpieces, it wasn't easy to check inside the machine from the outside, so we could not confirm the quality of the product until the machining process was completed.Thus, we needed to check tooling during machining process to confirm its condition.

Question

What are the key factors for introducing Rotary Wiper Vision Unit?

Answer

First of all, we could see a clear image even with coolant on the workpiece, and have the demo unit before purchasing. The images showed that the splashed coolant was removed and the machining situation could be monitored in real-time. In addition, the images can be recorded on the NVR, thus reviewed later. Therefore, we decided to introduce the system, considering its effectiveness as a traceability management tool.

Question

Have you noticed any benefits or points of interest after the introduction?

Answer

We decided to install the system because of the benefits of monitoring and recording the machining process, but we will also consider another use. As training, senior employees can teach new employees how to operate or set up workpieces while monitoring recorded data. We expected to deepen our understanding of the equipment and improve work efficiency.So, we are willing to consider introducing additional equipment.

Kowa Optronics review
The products introduced by SK Mechanics this time are the “Rotary Wiper Vision Unit” which is the housing with special mechanism to remove dust from the lens surface, and "network video recorder (NVR)" with recording function. In addition to the function of real-time recording of machining conditions inside a machine tool, we realized it could be used in a different way.
This product has been developed through numerous innovations. Also, we will try to address the development using AI to detect chips that may cause tool breaks during machining. If you require this service, please first apply for demo installation to verify the system in your own environment.
Please feel free to contact us for any problems you may have.
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Please tell us about the issues or concerns you are facing.

We will propose the best solution for your requirements.

*Demo cameras and lenses are available to borrow free of charge.

For inquiries and requests for information, please click here

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Kowa Optronics
About the Optical Business

Kowa Optronics has long experience and a solid background as lens manufacturer,
so we have plenty of knowledge accumulated in the field.

Conduct an interview by experienced representatives

Our representatives with knowledge and experience in the field conduct interviews about your conditions and issues

Original proposals just for you

We offer more than 5,000 possible solutions to meet your specifications Flexible customization is also available

One-stop service from development to support

Depending on the customer's custom specifications, we can provide total solutions from development, manufacturing, sales, and support

faq

Q Need product catalogs and spec sheets: It is available to download files from our website with registration as our member.

Q Is there an SDK available?: It is provided free of charge.
It is also available to download files from our website with registration as our member.

Q How long is the normal delivery time?: Most cameras and lenses are available for immediate delivery.
For details, please contact our local branch or sales office or visit our website.

Q Can it be customized?: Available from semi-custom to full customization.
Since we develop and design both cameras and lenses all in-house, it is our strength to meet all kinds of customization needs, so please consult with us.

Q What kind of experience do you have in the actual site?: We have experience in robot vision systems and industrial vehicles exposed to strong vibrations and shocks, in the food industry exposed to water and oil, in processing machines, and in the plant industry exposed to dust.
Other experience are in manufacturing equipment and inspection and measurement on production lines.

Q Is there a support service available?: Our professional support team will provide you with the best service.

Q What kind of oil does the product support described as “oil resistant”?: We have tested with several cutting oils.

Q Does the rotating mechanism require a power supply?: Not necessary, but air supply is required. (about 0.1 MPa)

Workflow

Example of flow after inquiry
We will work with the customer to make a proposal for the system depending
on the customer's situation until completion of the delivery.

01

Proposal

We will propose the most suitable camera/lens for you based on customer's issues and environment.
02

Evaluation

Our staff will verify whether the solution is suitable for your actual environment and verify its practicality and risks.
03

Delivery

Our sales representatives will verify the practicality and risk of the product to ensure suitability for the actual environment.
Please feel free to contact us.

*The process after inquiry may change depending on the customer's situation - the combination of harsh environment resistant cameras, lenses, and accessories.

Please tell us about the issues or concerns you are facing.

We will propose the best solution for your requirements.

*Demo cameras and lenses are available to borrow free of charge.

For inquiries and requests for information, please click here

Click here for frequently asked questions

Please contact us here

For the North Americas

Kowa American Corporation	20001 South Vermont Avenue, Torrance, CA 90502, U.S.A. Phone: +1(310)327-1913 E-mail: customerservice@kowa.com URL: http://www.kowa-usa.com

For European countries

Kowa Optimed Deutschland GmbH	Fichtenstrasse 123, 40233 Dusseldorf, Germany Phone: +49 (0)211-542184-00 E-mail: lens@kowaoptimed.com URL: https://www.kowaoptimed.com

For Southeast Asian countries

Kowa Skymech Pte. Ltd.	11B, Tuas Road, Jurong Industrial Estate, Singapore 638508 Phone: +65-6862-6930　 E-mail: sales@skymech.com.sg URL: https://www.kowa-skymech.com

For India

Kowa India Pvt. Ltd. Ahmedabad Branch	5th Floor, Aravalli Bidg., Nr. Adani Corporate House, Shantigram Vaishnodevi Circle, SG Highway, Ahmedabad 382421 Gujarat, India Phone: +91-79-25554472 E-mail: hardik@kowaindia.com URL: https://kowaindia.com

For other regions

Kowa Optronics Co., Ltd.	Kudan Center Building 2F, 4-1-7, Kudan-Kita, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Phone: +81-03-6272-5967 Contact: https://www.kowa-opt.co.jp/user/en/contact-form/ URL: https://optical.kowa-opt.co.jp/e/

Clear View, Anytime, Anywhere Rotary Wiper Vision Unit Rotary Wiper Vision Unit

Have you ever had any of these issues at your workplace?

Example scenes

Chemical plant

Metalworking

Automotive manufacturing

Food Processing Factory

Kowa Optronics Rotary Wiper Vision Unit Solves customer problems

Kowa Optronics Rotary Wiper Vision unit Patent pending

triple protection

Packaged vision unit for easy installation

Customer’s Opinions

Machinery parts industry

Automotive Parts Industry

Customer's Opinions

Skmechanics Co., Ltd.

Please tell us about the issues or concerns you are facing.

Kowa Optronics About the Optical Business

Conduct an interview by experienced representatives

Original proposals just for you

One-stop service from development to support

faq

Workflow

Please tell us about the issues or concerns you are facing.

Please contact us here

For the North Americas

For European countries

For Southeast Asian countries

For India

For other regions

Kowa Optronics
About the Optical Business