Cognex (NASDAQ:CGNX) (NASDAQ: CGNX) develops machine vision products and technologies that help businesses automate manufacturing, logistics and other industrial processes. Its systems enable machines to inspect, identify, measure and guide products, components and materials with limited human intervention.
The company’s product portfolio includes industrial vision cameras, vision sensors, image-based barcode readers, three-dimensional vision systems and software for image processing and analysis. Cognex also offers solutions incorporating artificial intelligence, deep learning and optical character recognition to support applications such as quality inspection, assembly verification, packaging, tracking and robotic guidance.
Founded in 1981 by Robert J. Shillman, Cognex serves customers across a range of industries, including automotive, electronics, consumer products, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and logistics. The company markets its products internationally through direct sales, distributors and systems integrators, supporting customers in manufacturing and distribution operations around the world. Robert J. Willett serves as Cognex’s president and chief executive officer.
