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Vision Engineering redefines its shop-floor metrology range with the launch of the ‘Edge’ Series
WOKING, UK – 20 April 2026: Vision Engineering, a leading global manufacturer of ergonomic inspection and non-contact metrology systems, today announces the launch of Edge: a new range of compact vision measurement systems designed to bridge the gap between manual inspection and full-scale CNC automation.
Set to debut at MACH, the Edge series addresses the growing demand for high-accuracy, non-contact inspection within the precision engineering, medical device, and plastics sectors.
Precision Without the Footprint
As manufacturers move toward Industry 4.0, the traditional “quality lab” is moving onto the production floor. The Edge series is “Compact by Design,” offering a focused 200 x 100 mm measurement envelope that fits seamlessly into high-pressure production environments where floor space is at a premium.
Scalable Automation: APEX, VISTA, and CORE
The Edge series is structured into three distinct tiers, allowing businesses—particularly second and third-tier suppliers—to scale their quality control as their production volumes grow:
- Edge APEX: The flagship 3-axis CNC system. Fully automated and featuring motorised zoom, APEX is designed for high-throughput, palletized batch inspection, significantly reducing operator dependency and error.
- Edge VISTA: An automated 2-axis FOV system with 3-axis CNC movement and motorised focus. Optimised for flat and turned parts, it features collimated lighting for precise Edge detection on complex geometries.
- Edge CORE: A manual 2 or 3-axis system designed for rapid, one-off measurements and setup checks. It’s built for the machinist who needs a “just made it, check it” solution without a steep learning curve.
Engineering-Grade Features
The Edge series isn’t just a downsized version of larger machines; it’s a ground-up redesign focused on practical productivity:
- Motorised 6.5:1 Zoom: Standard on the APEX model, this allows users to measure features of vastly different sizes on a single part without manual lens changes.
- Advanced Image Stitching: Users can capture and document features larger than the field of view (FOV), ensuring full traceability even for larger components.
- Matched Optics and Sensors: Unlike “parts bin” systems, Edge utilises specifically matched 5MP (VISTA) and 2.3MP (APEX) cameras to optimise signal-to-noise ratios and Edge-detection clarity.
Driving ROI in Challenging Markets
“With the global optical measurement market projected to nearly double by 2035, the pressure is on manufacturers to automate or be left behind,” says Stephen Sanderson, Group Product Manager at Vision Engineering. “Edge provides a structured upgrade path. Whether you are a small workshop looking to ditch manual callipers or a high-volume manufacturer needing to eliminate inspection bottlenecks, Edge delivers lab-grade precision in a shop-floor-ready package.”
About Vision Engineering Limited:
Vision Engineering Ltd is a global leading-edge designer and manufacturer of patented ergonomic stereo optical and digital instruments, used for inspection, manipulation, measurement, and analysis of manufactured parts, by many of the world’s leading manufacturers and their extended supply chains.
Vision Engineering’s contract manufacturing division offers comprehensive contract manufacturing, design, and commercialisation packages, giving customers access to the latest technology, as well as a team of experienced designers and engineers.
Founded in 1958 and wholly British-owned, Vision Engineering’s Global HQ, design, and manufacturing facilities are based in state-of-the-art modern premises in Woking, Surrey, UK, with extensive manufacturing facilities in the UK and the US. Regional sales and tech support offices are located throughout North America, Europe, and Asia, supported by a fully trained network of distributors.
Company Contact:
Phillip Townend
Group Marketing Communications Manager
T: +44 (0) 1483 248300
NOTE TO EDITORS:
Vision Engineering is offering Editors the opportunity to interview our Subject Matter Experts live to camera either in person at our Surrey HQ, on stand 19-630 at MACH, or via Teams/Zoom) about the new edge series of benchtop zoom non-contact measurement systems from now.
Contact Phillip Townend, Group Marketing Communications Manager for more information regarding the interview opportunity and to book a timeslot for interviews.
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