The top 10 questions manufacturers ask
Thinking about using 3D robot vision in your operations, but not sure if it’s the right move? You’re not alone. Manufacturers come to us with very no-nonsense inquiries about feasibility, ROI, flexibility, integration, and impact on people and processes. So let’s tackle the 10 most common questions we hear, based on real conversations from the factory floor. Starting with question n° 10...
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# 10 - Is 3D robot vision only for bin picking?
Not at all. 3D robot vision adds unparalleled flexibility and intelligence to a wide range of challenging production and logistic processes. Next to bin picking, it can be used for applications such as depalletization, deracking, surface treatment (polishing, sanding, …), assembly and quality inspection, among others.
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# 9 - How will 3D robot vision impact downtime?
Reliability is key. A 3D robot vision solution is designed to reduce downtime, ensuring business continuity. Compared to manual labor and bulky mechanical systems, 3D robot vision has low maintenance and operational costs.
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#8 - Your radar. How does 3D robot vision handle different products or objects?
High-mix is where 3D robot vision shines. Fast changeovers and flexible job setups allow you to run variants with minimal downtime and no complex reprogramming. 3D robot vision works with almost any object, regardless of size, color, material, or shape, even in poor light conditions.
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# 7 - What makes Pickit 3D unique compared to other vision solutions?
Always glad with this question. Our uniqueness lies primarily in the fact that we are the easiest-to-use 3D robot vision solution on the market. Our intuitive user interface makes 3D vision accessible to people with no vision expertise.
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# 6 - Can this help us speed up our time-to-market?
Absolutely. 3D robot vision-driven automation scales faster, adapts quicker, and lets you produce new products without major expensive changeovers requiring mechanical adjustments or reprogramming. Improving time-to-market is why 3D robot vision was invented.
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# 5 - How can 3D robot vision help with the skilled labor shortage?
A big concern! 3D robot vision systems take over straining and low-value manual labor, freeing up skilled workers for more value-added tasks, while increasing overall safety and well-being. It’s about augmenting teams, making people and robots complement each other. Bonus: better safety contributes to a company’s reputation as an attractive employer.
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# 4 - Is implementing 3D robot vision complicated and time-consuming?
We often hear this. While some applications are challenging, Pickit 3D prides itself on fast set-up and installation. Our expertise in vision and manufacturing processes, combined with our renowned easy-to-use interface, makes our solutions quick to validate and integrate. You can see results in days, not weeks.
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# 3 - Can 3D vision integrate with our existing systems and robots?
Pickit 3D definitely can be seamlessly integrated with existing systems. Our solution works with all major robot brands (cobots and industrial robots) and a wide range of 3D vision cameras.
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# 2 - Where should we start?
Start with a clear use case, assess its feasibility with a detection test and Proof of Concept (POC), and eliminate any doubts about whether 3D vision solves your application in your specific environment. Rely on a specialist to guide you from design, testing and validation to real-life production. We’re there to assist you.
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# 1 - Does 3D robot vision offer real and fast ROI?
A valid question - and often the decisive one. With low and predictable costs, fast integration, and reduced maintenance, 3D robot vision offers a clear path to ROI - typically months, not years. Less downtime, lower costs, labor relief, steady output, and quality gains quickly add up.
Read through this and still not sure? We get it. Every production environment is different and the only way to know for sure is to look at your specific use case, constraints and objectives. We help manufacturers validate their applications through feasibility tests and proofs of concept, removing uncertainty before moving to production.
Have a specific challenge in mind? Let’s discuss.
