Optical precision for automated quality control

What Z-LASER Delivers for Your Machine Vision

Z-LASER lasers for industrial machine vision applications serve as structured illumination in a wide range of imaging systems. The combination of precise laser technology and industrial image processing opens up new possibilities for automating optical quality control.

  • Accurate Defect Detection & Measurement: This form of illumination captures the spatial contours of both moving and stationary objects. In combination with industrial cameras, it reliably detects and precisely measures defects, presence, diameters, edges, and gaps.
  • Flexible Solutions for every Application: Depending on the inspection object, you can choose line lasers with homogeneous, fine line projection, or various patterns (e.g., multi-lines, dot matrices) as well as different wavelengths (blue, green, red, IR). The new ZX series is also ideally suited for sensor integration and large-scale OEM applications.

How Z-LASER Solutions Prove Their Value in Practice

Looking to shorten production times, reduce costs, and improve result quality? We deliver the precision, quality, and efficiency to make it happen.

Tire Tread Measurement

Laser-based profile measurement enables precise recording of tire profiles. This allows wear, dimensional accuracy, and quality to be reliably checked during the manufacturing process.

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Code Reading & Character Recognition

Laser-based image processing reads and checks tire markings such as the DOT code. This ensures reliable traceability and quality assurance in tire manufacturing.

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Tire Geometry Inspection

During tire production, potential height deviations, bulges, and other irregularities are checked. Z-LASER solutions serve as a precise light source in conjunction with cameras and image processing. Thanks to the exact straightness of the laser lines and a uniformly bright projection, deviations can be reliably detected. This enables efficient inspection, strengthens quality assurance, and increases productivity throughout the entire tire manufacturing process.

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Splice Inspection & Measurement

Inspecting tire splices is crucial for detecting defects such as open areas, overlaps, or irregularities at an early stage and ensuring the safety and longevity of the tires. The laser plays a central role in this process, working in conjunction with a camera and image processing. Its precisely straight lines, which are visible on dark rubber regardless of contrast, reveal even the smallest anomalies that would be invisible to the naked eye. This increases the accuracy of the inspection and ensures consistently high tire quality.

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Measurement of Track Width, Edge & Geometry

The width and edges of the rubber tracks are precisely monitored using laser light, ensuring that subsequent process steps run efficiently and that changeover times are minimized through early error correction. What matters is not only uniform projection, but also line straightness and thermal stability. The robust laser modules are specifically designed for these requirements, guaranteeing high precision and process reliability.

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Component Quality Control

In combination with an appropriate camera, laser-based image processing solutions make it possible to quickly and reliably check whether individual components and parts have been mounted in the correct position. This also enables rework to be carried out more efficiently.

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Our Product Families & Laser Systems: Machine Vision Lasers for Every Requirement

Discover the variety of our laser solutions – engineered for maximum precision and reliability in your industry. Each product family or individual laser type is specifically tailored to meet different application needs.

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ZQ1-Laserfamily

The ZQ1 Series is designed for the most demanding industrial applications. Their rugged, vibration- and shock-resistant housings provide optimal protection for the optoelectronic components against heat, cold, dust, water, and more. With intelligent monitoring and integrated Peltier cooling, ZQ laser modules ensure stable performance, reliable operation, and a long service life – even under the toughest conditions.

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ZX-Laserfamily

The ZX laser modules set new standards in laser precision – made possible by highly automated production processes, where all optical components are aligned by a 14-axis robot. Their rugged housings are engineered for use in harsh environments, ensuring long-lasting, worry-free performance in complex machine vision applications.

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Z Fiber Module

The Z Fiber Module (ZFSM) is a high-end laser with active cooling, designed for the most demanding measurement methods and applications. Its exceptional beam characteristics deliver projection quality that far surpasses conventional free-beam solutions. Users can choose between blue, green, and red wavelengths to match specific application requirements. Intelligent monitoring functions ensure long-term performance stability, even during extended operation. With integrated interfaces such as RS-232 and I²C, the module integrates seamlessly into complex machine vision systems, medical devices, and analytical instruments.

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ZM18 Module

The ZM18 is an industry-grade laser module that, with its compact sensor-style design, integrates easily into existing machines and systems. Offering high flexibility its ZM18B and ZM18B3 Variants are suitable for a wide range of positioning applications. Machine vision applications across different industries are made possible due to its ZM18S3 Variant. Delivering non-stop reliable meassuring results. The built-in, user-friendly focusing optics allow quick adjustments to varying working distances and requirements. Thanks to its robust construction, the ZM18 is ideal for reliable continuous use in demanding industrial environments.

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ZQ1 Module

The ZQ1 Module is a compact high-performance laser built to deliver reliable results in demanding industrial image processing. It combines strong output power with excellent beam quality and a rugged design, making it ideal for tough production settings. Tool-free focusing allows quick adjustment of the working distance for maximum flexibility. Intelligent monitoring functions maintain consistent power stability, even under challenging environmental conditions. With integrated active Peltier cooling, the diode stays in its optimal temperature window, ensuring precision and long-term durability.

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ZX10 Module

The ZX10 is a compact high-performance laser module developed for industrial image processing applications. In automated production, a 14-axis robot precisely aligns all optical components, resulting in exceptional beam quality with a boresight error of less than 0.8 mrad. Depending on the application, the laser is available in red or infrared wavelengths and can be flexibly adapted to customer-specific requirements. With its rugged industrial design and high power stability, the ZX10 is particularly suited for use in sensors, testing devices, and machinery. Setting new benchmarks in precision and reliability, it is a trusted choice for advanced machine vision systems.

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ZX20 Module

The ZX20 is a precision laser module designed for demanding image processing applications. Users can choose between red, green, blue, or infrared wavelengths to perfectly match materials and application needs. Tool-free focusing allows quick adaptation to different working distances, while the rugged industrial design and stable performance ensure reliable operation even in harsh environments. Ideal for integration into sensors, complex vision systems, and heavy-duty machinery such as saws, the ZX20 delivers precision and flexibility in one.

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ZXS Module

The ZXS is a precision laser module developed for industrial image processing and advanced sensing applications. In production, all optical components are aligned by a 14-axis robot, achieving a boresight error of less than 0.8 mrad for exceptional accuracy. Its separated electronics allow flexible installation, while OEM variants with fully integrated electronics are also available. Users can select red, green, blue, or infrared wavelengths to suit specific materials and applications, with tool-free focusing enabling quick adjustment to different working distances. With its rugged industrial design and stable performance, the ZXS is ideal for both complex vision systems and direct integration into heavy-duty machinery such as saws.

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ZXS10 Module

The ZXS10 is a compact, high-precision laser developed for advanced machine vision applications. Its automated production process, where a 14-axis robot aligns all optical components, achieves exceptional beam quality and accuracy. With a boresight error of less than 0.8 mrad, it ranks among the most precise lasers available. The separated electronics allow flexible mounting, while OEM variants with fully integrated electronics are also available. By setting new standards in illumination for imaging systems, the ZXS10 ensures unmatched accuracy for the most demanding vision tasks.

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