High-speed automated production lines often exceed the observation capabilities of human eyes, making error detection nearly impossible. The R&D Vision SpeedView system equipped with Allied Vision’s Mako camera offers a detailed solution for analyzing such processes.

Preventing Downtime in High-Volume Production

At Heineken’s bottling plant in Marseille (France), bottles move at an astonishing rate of 22 per second (80,000 hourly). Problems often go unnoticed until production stops automatically, leading to costly delays as maintenance teams search for the root cause. Preventing these outages is crucial for maintaining efficiency and productivity.

High-Speed Imaging Capabilities

The R&D Vision SpeedView system addresses this challenge with its high-speed Mako G-030 camera from Allied Vision. This device captures images at 1,000 frames per second (fps), enabling slow-motion analysis of production processes like filling and sealing. The resolution can be reduced to as low as 300 × 200 pixels while maintaining sufficient detail for inspection.

With further optimization, the system can achieve up to 6,000 fps by focusing on specific regions of interest (ROI). Production monitoring can extend for an hour at standard speeds or longer when using higher frame rates.

Minimizing Disruptions During Maintenance

These high-speed recordings allow maintenance teams to quickly pinpoint and resolve issues without interrupting production unnecessarily. This approach prevents costly downtime, which could incur thousands in lost revenue per minute of interruption.

“By detecting problems before they impact product quality, manufacturers like Heineken can significantly improve operational efficiency while practically eliminating production failures.”
(Francois-Dimitri Mennesson, Export Manager at R&D Vision)

Compact Design for Space-Constrained Installations

The Mako G-040 camera features a compact 0.4-megapixel design with Sony IMX287 CMOS sensor, delivering up to 286 fps at full resolution (728 × 544 pixels). Frame rates can be further increased when focusing on specific areas of interest.

Its small form factor makes the camera suitable for tight spaces in bottling lines or other machinery components. The Power over Ethernet (PoE) feature enables operation with just one cable, simplifying integration into existing systems.

Key Advantages at a Glance

  • Achieve 1,000+ fps imaging speed without compromising detail analysis
  • Prevent costly production downtime through proactive maintenance
  • Compact design facilitates installation in confined spaces
  • Simplified PoE connectivity reduces installation complexity
  • Extended recording capabilities support comprehensive process monitoring

Last Updated: 2025-09-04 16:49:18