With the aim of increasing inspection speed, accuracy and efficiency, the technology is said to further accelerates the company’s progress in the drive towards zero defects across the off-highway, defence and aerospace and industries.
Capable of inspecting a range of parts within a 2.7m x 2.0m envelope, the technology processes components through an inspection cycle without the need for consistent part placement and inspection environment conditions. The technology is claimed to detect defects in real world manufacturing environments by discriminating between ‘OK’ and ‘NOK’ components in milliseconds without the need to adjust position.
Providing the ability to autonomously check multiple components in a single scan, AI supported inspection can identify missing components, flag incorrect installation and count features under even the toughest conditions.
Ultimately capable of reducing the risk of error associated with visual inspection, harnessing AI to inspect components is expected to deliver process efficiencies, while achieving accurate results.
According to G&P, this makes the technology perfect for use in visual inspection applications where failure to detect an NOK part would result in major downstream risk or disruption.
Simon Francis, group quality director said: “Investing in AI supported inspection technology is the latest in a long line of strategic decisions that aim to further improve our processes and provide our customers with unmatched service levels, supporting them in achieving manufacturing targets and ultimately protecting reputation of the brand.
“Indeed, when compared to human visual inspection, AI is faster, more reliable and ultimately delivers more accurate results overall. While the technology obviously has its limitations and is no direct replacement for skilled workers, it will undoubtedly play an important role in visual inspection processes moving forward.
“As we continue to build upon firm foundations to strengthen our service offering, expand our international footprint and we continue to accelerate towards our ambitious growth plans, investing in pioneering technologies like AI will help to maintain our position at the forefront of the quality management marketplace.”