Cognex Corporation , founded in 1981 and headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts, USA, is a global technology leader in the field of industrial machine vision. The company is a world leader in machine vision systems, vision software, vision sensors, and surface inspection systems, and is also a leading provider of industrial ID readers.
Core Business & Applications
Cognex's technology is designed to help companies improve product quality, eliminate production errors, lower manufacturing costs, and manage traceability. Its vision systems and barcode readers are deployed for a wide array of applications, including inspecting for defects, monitoring production lines, guiding assembly robots, and tracking, sorting, and identifying parts. The company continually innovates, recently launching AI-enabled vision sensors and application-specific solutions for various industrial verticals.
Global Operations
Cognex serves a global customer base with a significant international presence. The company has offices and operations across North America, Europe, Japan, Asia, and Latin America, supported by a worldwide network of integration and distribution partners. As a publicly traded company, Cognex has established itself as a dominant force in the industrial automation landscape.
