From April 3rd to 6th, The Imaging Source hosted visitors at its booth during Automate 2017. On display were their high-resolution autofocus cameras—featuring a remarkable 42 MP model—alongside USB and GigE color and monochrome cameras equipped with cutting-edge sensors from Sony and On Semiconductor.

The event also highlighted the company’s new stereo 3D-vision system, which is designed for advanced applications requiring depth perception.

Key Highlights from Automate 2017

As North America’s leading automation trade show, Automate 2017 brought together robotics experts, machine vision specialists, metrology professionals, and other key players in industrial automation. Held in Chicago, the biennial event saw a nearly 25% surge in exhibitors compared to 2015.

Robotics emerged as the dominant topic (accounting for almost 40% of conference sessions), but discussions also covered areas like 3D vision, smart manufacturing, and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). These themes underscored the robust growth and ongoing innovation in North American industrial automation.

Last Updated: 2025-09-05 00:50:14