Steven Douglas Corp.

An automotive component manufacturer needed an automated system for assembling and inspecting ignition coils, a delicate and exact process. The system required identifying lead wire locations, measuring critical dimensions during assembly, and ensuring completed parts met required specifications. Multiple vision functions were needed in a compact footprint.

SDC implemented multiple Cognex In-Sight vision systems to measure critical dimensions on ignition coil parts during assembly. The systems automated time-consuming inspection steps, rejecting non-conforming parts at later stations. A touchscreen display connected to the vision systems provided real-time visibility into failure types. The standalone cameras occupied less space and required fewer cables than alternatives.

The automotive ignition coil manufacturer realized greater throughput and improved operational understanding. Real-time defect identification enabled immediate corrective action. The compact standalone cameras preserved valuable floor space. Engineers could deploy software-based inspection solutions rapidly and correct inspection issues on the fly.

• Seamless PLC integration is a decisive factor when multiple vision systems are needed in a single application
• Compact standalone vision systems preserve valuable floor space in manufacturing facilities
• Real-time visibility into failure types enables rapid root cause analysis and corrective action