Eric Ceyrolle

Investments in Cleantech Startups

SmartRay specialise in 3D sensors* for inspection, guidance and measurement; that help manufacturing companies improve product quality, guide automation and reduce production costs. By focusing on 3D, SmartRay has built a comprehensive portfolio of products designed to solve a rapidly increasing range of industrial applications. The company’s strategy is to combine new technologies with German engineering to create a range of 3D sensors that can be fitted anywhere, are quick to set up and easy to deploy. SmartRay sensors combine laser triangulation with innovative image formation technology to create detailed 3D images that can be processed by any 3rd party vision software. The latest ECCOTM family brings a new design philosophy to the 3D sensor market that delivers high performance, small size, lightweight and stylish packaging. SmartRay 3D technology also forms the core of the WeldVisionTM high speed inline weld inspection systems, employed by major automotive manufacturers to verify weld seam quality. Based in Munich area, Germany, the company’s global coverage is expanding rapidly through a network of distributors and system integrators. For more details, visit SmartRay at www.smartray.de (* 3D sensors may also be referred to as a 3D laser scanner, 3D laser sensor, 3D vision sensor, laser profiler, laser profile sensor or simply 3D vision)

Machine Vision is one of the key technologies for industrial digitization, and ISRA VISION is one of the international providers that has been ensuring the success of large manufacturing companies worldwide for over 35 years - in close cooperation with leading technology universities and innovation centers. ISRAs high-performance components, in particular, high-resolution cameras and fast-switching LEDs, enable capturing structures in the nanometer and nanopixel range, even at extremely high speeds. Since its foundation, ISRAs focus and strengths have been in the development of advanced embedded technologies and highly complex algorithms and bring them to market as easy-to-use touch-and-automate and plug-and-automate systems. These machine systems, based on Industry 4.0-enabled concepts, provide an effective foundation for sustainable customer success based on the partnership from consulting to integration. From process automation and product optimization to product efficiency and revenue maximization, our innovative portfolio covers the entire production chain, deployed in renowned companies from around the world. For example, international premium car manufacturers and well-known market leaders from the information and communication industries rely on automation technology solutions from ISRA. On three continents and at more than 25 locations worldwide, we are always close to our customers and continuously support them in maximizing their production success. While at the same time, we are already developing systems for the visions of future industrial production, based on our broad technology portfolio and thus offering our partner companies a quick return on investment.

Investments in Cleantech Startups