inVISION Podcast

In today’s episode, we speak with Henning Tiarks, CPO of Allied Vision. We discuss various new products and solutions in the areas of smart cameras, software, frame grabbers, GigE Vision, and SWIR cameras. Our conversation also included a look back at Allied Vision’s rebranding earlier this year.

In the latest episode of the inVISION podcast "5 Questions to...", Annika Felhauer, Technology Development Manager for Industrial Sensors at Pepperl+Fuchs, introduces the SmartRunner family. During the conversation, we learn about the advantages and differences between the Explorer 3-D and Measurer 3D versions, and get a preview of upcoming new developments.

Mike Weccardt is the new CEO of Stemmer Imaging. He succeeds Paul Scholten, who took over as interim CEO almost six months ago. The inVISION podcast "5 Questions..." features a conversation with Mike Weccardt and Peter Keppler about how this change came about and what the future holds for Stemmer's roadmap.

How to find the right AI Vision platform? In our new episode of the inVISION Podcast, Artsiom Staliarou (DAB Embedded) shares his current AI vision trends, explains why ISPs and Image Sensors are also important in AI vision, and discusses what users should consider when choosing an AI vision platform. He offers plenty of useful tips, making this episode well worth listening to.

The Future of NDT Our guest in the new episode of the inVISION Podcast is Lennart Schulenburg, CEO of visiconsult X-Ray Systems & Solutions. InVISION Editor-in-Chief Dr.-Ing. Peter Ebert spoke with him about the future of NDT and the roles that AI and inline inspections play there. Finally, we explore what the NDT system of the future will look like. Stay tuned for the answers.

TKH Vision is bringing its five machine vision brands—Allied Vision, Chromasens, Euresys, NET, and SVS-Vistek / Mikrotron — together under the Allied Vision umbrella brand. What prompted this strategic decision, and what does it mean for customers and the market? In this episode of the inVISION podcast, we speak with Robert Franz, CEO TKH Group 2D Vision and CEO of Allied Vision, about the motivat...

In this episode of the inVISION podcast, we speak with Sigrid Rögner, Head of Business Innovations & Ecosystems at IDS Imaging Development Systems. Our conversation focuses on technology trends within the vision tech startup scene: which innovations are shaping the vision market today, which ones are emerging, and how these newcomers differ from established vision companies. If you want to kno...

B&R´s latest AI-based Smart Camera models bring advanced AI directly into the machine control loop. In this episode, we speak with Pieter Prinsloo, Global Product Manager Machine Vision at B&R Automation – part of ABB’s Machine Automation Division. He explains the benefits of seamless vision integration in automation environments and provides insights into the new AI camera lineup. Pieter...

Hyperspectral imaging is gaining increasing popularity, so it's no surprise that the Hyperspectral Imaging Conference (chii) is finally taking place again in Graz from May 20th to 21st, 2026. In the new episode of the inVISION podcast, Paul Gerald Dittrich, project manager at Spectronet, explains why it took so long for chii to return, what new topics will be covered in Graz, and, most importantly...

In this episode of the inVISION podcast we speak with Paul Scholten, CEO of Stemmer Imaging. He shares insights into why the company has been relatively quiet in recent years, what is now changing, and which strategic goals Stemmer Imaging is pursuing for the future – not just in Germany, but also in Europe, America, and Asia.

With the Control fair now moving to a two-year cycle, the next edition won’t take place until 2027. To bridge the gap, P.E. Schall is introducing a new event format: the Control Expert Days, launching in May next year. In this episode of the inVISION podcast, we speak with project manager Fabian Krüger about the concept behind the new format, what visitors can expect, and how the event aims to kee...

In this episode of the inVISION podcast, we speak with Torsten Wiesinger, General Manager EMEA at camera manufacturer Lucid Vision. Our conversation covers topics including RDMA in GigE Vision, intelligent image sensors for smart cameras, and the reasons why Lucid Vision focuses exclusively on GigE Vision interfaces. We also get an early look at upcoming products—tune in for insights and a preview...

Did you know that nearly 50 machine vision companies changed hands in the past twelve months? In this episode of the inVISION podcast, we dive into what’s driving this trend with Arno Pätzold, M&A consultant at Arthos. He shares insights on how companies can best position themselves in today’s market and why timing plays a crucial role in a successful sale. With years of experience shaping str...

In this episode of the inVISION podcast, we talk with Benjamin Cocquelin, R&D Director at the Tiama Group and member of the Board of Directors of the EMVA. Tiama develops inspection systems for the glass and packaging industries, giving Benjamin a unique perspective on current developments in machine vision. Our conversation covers the latest industry trends, the growing competition from China...

VDMA Robotics + Automation has just published its latest forecasts for 2025, and in this episode of the inVISION podcast, we speak with Dr. Dietmar Ley, CEO of Basler AG and Chairman of VDMA Robotics + Automation. Join us as we discuss the current economic landscape, key challenges such as developments in and from Asia, and how VDMA is supporting its members in navigating these times. Dr. Ley also...

In this episode of the inVISION podcast, we welcome back industry expert Mark Williamson, who brings over 30 years of experience in machine vision—including leadership roles at Stemmer Imaging and the VDMA Machine Vision Board. After a brief break, Mark returns to the industry, and in this episode, talks about his new role, the current economic climate, and key business and technology trends in th...

Zeiss Automated Inspection has a new chapter ahead — following its sale by the Zeiss Group to Callista, it is now rebranding as Newston Automated Solutions. But what led to this transition, who is behind the new ownership, and what does the future hold for Newston? In this episode, we discuss these questions with Kai-Udo Modrich, former head of Zeiss AI and now CEO of Newston. Tune in for exclusiv...

Event-based vision is an exciting technology within the future of machine vision – but what exactly is it, and how does it work? In this episode of 5 Questions , we teamed up with experts Boris Duché (IDS) and Christoph Posch (Prophesee) to explore its possibilities and underlying technology. Together, they explain the fundamentals, answer common questions, and discuss the latest developments in e...

While the European machine vision industry faces significant challenges, some regions are experiencing rapid growth—one of them being India. In this episode, we speak with the Indian Machine Vision Association, founded last year, to explore the country's expanding vision market. Harshit Sureka, CEO & Founder of Robro Systems, and Ron Müller from Vision Markets, who leads the association’s publ...

In this episode of the inVision podcast, we go into a deep dive in the world of vision sensors and explore the significant role that the company Sensopart plays in this field. With our latest guest Marius Westermann, General Manager of Sensopart we take a look at the fascinating history of the company, which was founded deep in the german Black Forest. Additionally, we introduce an innovative visi...

In the latest episode of the inVISION podcast “5 Questions” we delve deep into the fascinating world of embedded vision cameras! Join us as we speak with two leading experts in this field: Momchil Binev, Senior Product Manager for Cameras and Software at The Imaging Source, and Jan-Erik Schmitt, CEO of Vision Components. We shed light on exciting questions such as: What makes embedded cameras uniq...

The Test Camp Intralogistics in Dortmund stands out from traditional trade fairs and conferences by putting visitors at the center of the action. To explore what makes this event unique, we spoke with Thilo Joergl from impact Media Projects, the organizers of the Test Camp Intralogistics 2025 (March 26-27, 2025). In this episode, Thilo explains what sets the event apart, the growing role of machin...

Voidsy, an Austrian startup, has been named inVISION Startup 2024, and we sat down with CEO & Founder Holger Plasser to learn more about the new technology behind the recognition. In this episode, Holger introduces photothermal tomography — a form of active thermography — explaining how it works, its potential applications, and the current limitations of the technology. He also shares insights...

The possibilities of synthetic data for AI vision are numerous. Unfortunately, many users are not yet familiar with the potential of this data and are looking for more information. That is why inVISION invited Petra Gospodnetic, who works on inspection planning research at Fraunhofer ITWM, and Maximilian Grau, CEO & Co-Founder of Medabsy, to tell us a little more about synthetic data. They exp...

The SPS trade fair is starting. inVISION wanted to know what the current acceptance of machine vision in automation technology is. Therefore, we have Sebastian Pfeiffer, Product Owner Machine Vision, at the automation specialist B&R – the ABB brand for machine automation, as a guest in our podcast to talk about the advantages and differences of 'Machine Vision like a Sensor'. Furthermore we wi...