Quality Control: Anrod Screen Cylinder Co. Adopts the IM-X Vision System

Anrod Screen Cylinder Co.

Anrod Screen Cylinder Co. has invested in an automated vision system: the IM-X1000. Learn how this improves our quality control process.

The Keyence IM-X1000

Many industries, ranging from oil and gas to food and beverage, need high-quality perforated cylinders and custom filters for critical applications. In these applications, even one defect can have significant consequences.

Anrod Screen Cylinder Co. understands the importance of having a robust quality control process; that’s why we continually review our internal processes to ensure we’re delivering the quality, efficiency, and consistency we’re known for.

To further ensure that every custom component we produce is of the highest quality, we’ve decided to integrate the IM-X1000 vision system into our internal QC process.

What Is the IM-X Vision System?

The IM-X1000 is a powerful, automated inspection tool that uses advanced imaging to quickly and accurately verify parts, detect defects that are challenging to identify by standard hand inspections, and support our production processes.

Just with a push of a button, the IM-X can measure up to 1,000 dimensions in seconds. It also features automated focus and edge detection, eliminating the variance associated with manual inspections.

By automating quality control tasks, we can reduce variability and ensure more reliable results.

What Our Customers Can Expect

  • Greater Accuracy: Our new vision system detects issues, including inconsistent hole sizes, misaligned patterns, and weft count variation, that can be difficult to catch manually.
  • Faster Processing: The IM-X1000 completes inspections in seconds, helping us keep production moving.
  • Consistent Results: You can expect the same level of precision with every custom order.
  • Actionable Data: Integrating the IM-X1000 vision system takes Anrod one step closer to Industry 4.0 digitization by providing us with insights that enable us to improve our internal processes over time.

Adopting this new system also helps our team by shifting focus onto problem-solving, continuous improvement, and higher-value tasks.

Expect Quality When You Partner With Anrod

Founded in 1950, Anrod Screen Cylinder is a trusted, U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in wire cloth cylinders, perforated cylinders, and custom filters. Since our founding, we’ve built a reputation for our industry-leading processes, world-class support, and commitment to innovation.

Visit our website to learn more about what we can make for you, or contact us today to request a project analysis and quote.

Since 1950, Anrod Screen Cylinder Co. has been a market leader in custom fabricated filters, strainers, and screens. Operating in Cass City, Michigan, we pride ourselves on decades of expertise and a commitment to quality.
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