Benchtop Vision Inspection
360° Vertical Vision Inspection System
Inspect round, tall and asymmetric parts from every side.
The Sciotex Benchtop Vertical Inspection Platform rotates each part on a precision base while cameras image it through a full 360°. AI inspection software finds surface defects, verifies features and checks basic dimensions, so operators no longer turn parts by hand.
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Benchtop Vertical Platform
Compact 360° Inspection for Round and Tall Parts
What is a vertical vision inspection system?
A vertical vision inspection system holds a part upright and rotates it in front of one or more cameras, so the software sees the whole circumference. It replaces turning parts by hand under a magnifier with an automated, repeatable pass/fail decision.
The platform fits on a bench, cart or inside a cell, and suits engineering labs, QA departments and low to medium volume production. It is one of three benchtop and inline vision inspection machines from Sciotex, and is designed, programmed and built in-house in the US.
At a glance
- Footprint
- Bench, cart or inside a cell
- Coverage
- Full 360° as the part rotates
- Changeover
- Quick-change fixtures and saved recipes
- Best for
- Labs, QA and low to medium volume production
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What It Inspects
Parts the Vertical Platform Inspects
The platform suits parts that are best viewed upright and need to be checked all the way around. Several part families can run on the same system by changing fixtures and software recipes.
- Caps and closures
- Vials and tubes
- Bearings and bushings
- Tall or asymmetric components checked around their circumference
- Threads, grooves, embossing and markings
- Labels and other side-wall features on small assemblies
How It Works
How Does the Vertical Inspection System Work?
A controlled rotation profile keeps speed and position consistent, and the cameras capture images at set angles or continuously while the part turns. The software analyzes each view and combines the results into one inspection decision.
Why Vertical Inspection
Benefits of 360° Automated Inspection
A person checking a round part sees one side at a time and judges it by eye. The vertical platform images the whole surface and applies the same criteria to every part. See how the two approaches compare in machine vision vs. manual inspection.
Full 360° Coverage
Defects on the back of a part are found as reliably as those on the front.
No Manual Handling
Parts sit in a fixture while the base turns, so nobody rotates or repositions them.
Objective Pass/Fail
Tolerance rules and defect thresholds are set to your standards and applied every time.
Bench-Size Footprint
Fits on a bench, cart or in a cell where an inline system will not.
Capabilities and Options
Inspection and Measurement Capabilities
Sciotex AI inspection software turns the image stream from the rotating part into decisions and data. Each capability is configured to your parts and quality standards.
| Surface defects | Scratches, dents, chips, voids and discoloration |
|---|---|
| Feature verification | Presence, position and completeness of features around the circumference |
| Dimensional checks | Diameters, heights from a reference and positional tolerances, using calibrated optics |
| Classification and grading | Defect types sorted and graded, for example cosmetic vs. functional |
| Rotation | Adjustable speed for detailed inspection or faster sampling |
| Cameras | Optional multi-camera setups for simultaneous top and side views or different magnifications |
| Recipes | Saved camera settings, lighting and AI models for each part number |
| Data | Results stay on-premise, with no third-party APIs or cloud systems |
Is the vertical platform right for you?
A benchtop vertical system is often the right fit when:
- You need 360° inspection but not a full inline system
- Volumes are moderate, high-mix or change often
- You want a platform for R&D, process development or first-article inspection
- Floor space is limited and a bench-size footprint is preferred
Free testing with your parts
Free testing of your sample parts is available to determine the right system configuration. Send us your parts, the defects that matter and your acceptance criteria.
- Incoming inspection
- In-process checks
- Final quality verification
Scaling up: the same imaging and AI software can move into a fully automated cell such as RobotVIEW when volumes grow.
Custom Systems
Custom and Inline 360° Inspection
When a standard platform does not fit your parts or your line, Sciotex engineers the system around your part geometry, defect types and process.
- Fixtures: quick-change holders for each part family
- Cameras: additional views and magnifications
- Handling: manual loading, conveyors or robotic presentation
- Results: on-screen pass/fail, saved images and reports
Inspect Every Side, Not Just the One Facing the Operator
Hand inspection of round parts means turning each one under a light and hoping nothing was missed on the far side. The vertical platform images the full circumference on every part and saves the result, giving you a record of each inspection. Learn how vision inspection systems work.
More from Sciotex
Other Vision Inspection Systems
The vertical platform is for parts viewed upright and turned. For long parts, flat parts or production-line rates, one of these may fit better.
Benchtop Horizontal 3D Inspection
Laser 3D scanning for long parts and profiles.
Benchtop Surface Defect Detection
Grading of flat and reflective surfaces.
RobotVIEW Robotic Inspection
Automated inspection of small high-tolerance parts.
ConveyorVIEW Conveyor Inspection
Inline inspection at up to 60 units per minute.
Pallet Inspection System
3D detection of spill and tip risks on pallets.
Compare Every System
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FAQ
Vertical Inspection Questions
What is a 360° vision inspection system?
It is a vision system that images a part from every side, usually by rotating the part in front of one or more cameras, so defects and features all the way around are checked automatically.
What parts can the vertical platform inspect?
Cylindrical, tall and asymmetric parts that are best viewed upright, such as caps, vials, tubes, bearings and bushings, plus small assemblies with side-wall features, labels, threads, grooves or markings.
What defects can it detect?
Scratches, dents, chips, voids and discoloration, along with missing or misplaced features. Defects can also be classified and graded, for example cosmetic vs. functional.
Can it measure parts as well as inspect them?
Yes. It performs basic dimensional checks such as diameters, heights from a reference and positional tolerances using calibrated optics.
Can one system handle different part numbers?
Yes. Fixtures change quickly and each part number has a saved recipe with its camera settings, lighting and AI model.
Can you test our parts first?
Yes. Free testing of your sample parts is available to determine the right system configuration.
Does the system use the cloud?
No. Inspection runs on-premise without third-party APIs or cloud systems, and no subscription or support contract is required.
See Your Parts Inspected in 360°
Book a free inspection consultation. Free testing of your sample parts is available to find the right configuration.
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