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Motion Drives & Controls Ltd is excited to announce a new distributor agreement with the US-based Wintriss Engineering Corporation, a renowned innovator in high-speed surface inspection technology. This strategic partnership reinforces our commitment to delivering state-of-the-art solutions for process automation and quality assurance across the UK manufacturing sector.
Introducing Wintriss Engineering Corporation
Founded in 1989 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Wintriss Engineering Corporation has earned a global reputation for excellence in optical surface inspection systems. With a particular focus on high-speed production environments, Wintriss designs and manufactures advanced inspection tools used by manufacturers of solar panels, lithium-ion batteries, plastic films, PCBs, nonwovens, glass, and more.
Through this new agreement, we will bring select products from Wintriss’s impressive portfolio to the UK market, focusing exclusively on their cutting-edge Smart Line Scan Cameras, specialised Inspection Lighting Solutions, and advanced Detection Software.
Smart Line Scan Cameras: Real-Time Precision
At the heart of Wintriss’s surface inspection systems is its OPSIS Smart Vision camera line. These intelligent line scan cameras combine high-speed image capture with powerful onboard processing, enabling 100% inspection of continuously running web materials.
Unlike traditional cameras, the OPSIS line features integrated FPGA processors that allow image processing to occur directly within the camera itself, eliminating latency and ensuring accurate defect detection in real time. This level of performance is crucial for industries where quality control at high speed is non-negotiable.
MDC is confident that this technology will significantly improve product quality and reduce waste in high-throughput environments.
Inspection Lighting: Clarity Where It Counts
Lighting is a cornerstone of effective visual inspection, and Wintriss delivers with its purpose-built illumination systems. Designed to operate around the clock, Wintriss lighting solutions include high-intensity, long-life linear lights such as the HP Sodium Vapour and LED Ranger models.
These lighting systems offer up to 100,000 lux of brightness and are built to withstand the rigours of industrial use, offering a lifespan of up to 100,000 hours. More importantly, they deliver uniform, consistent lighting across the inspection zone - an essential factor in detecting subtle defects in a variety of materials.
By integrating these lighting systems into production lines, MDC will help clients achieve greater consistency and clarity in defect detection, even under challenging conditions.
Detection Software: Intelligence Behind the Insights
The final piece of the puzzle is Wintriss’s Web Ranger® software, a robust platform that powers classification, tracking, and analytics for inspection systems. It’s capable of processing vast amounts of data from the camera and lighting systems to classify defects with remarkable precision.
Web Ranger uses a library of over 100 features and detection algorithms to identify and categorise flaws, while offering intuitive tools for reporting, trend analysis, and roll grading. With options for remote access, integration with existing plant networks, and multilingual support, this software ensures seamless adoption and long-term usability.
We believe this software will be instrumental in helping customers not only identify defects but also take proactive measures to improve upstream processes.
What This Means for Our Customers
With the addition of Wintriss’s surface inspection solutions, Motion Drives & Controls strengthens its position as a leading provider of process automation and quality control technologies in the UK.
Customers can now access a complete inspection solution, from precision cameras to lighting and software, through a single, trusted provider. Our team of expert engineers are on hand to assist with product selection, system integration, training, and ongoing support, ensuring every project achieves optimal performance.
Whether improving inspection accuracy, increasing production uptime, or reducing material waste, the Motion-Wintriss partnership is set to deliver real-world benefits across a wide range of industries.
Looking Ahead
Motion Drives & Controls is proud to be the exclusive UK distributor for Wintriss Engineering Corporation’s high-speed inspection technologies. This partnership marks an exciting step forward in our journey to equip UK manufacturers with the tools they need to compete at the highest level.
To learn more about how these solutions can enhance your production line, visit our website or contact the team today!
