Visum DeepSight™ - Machine Vision System
The Machine Vision System Visum DeepSight™ detects, classifies and rejects. Delivers the best quality every time.
REQUEST A QUOTEMachine vision system for real-time monitoring
The Visum DeepSight™ machine vision system is an industrial machine vision system supported by deep learning for colorimetric and morphological quality control and detection of complex defects and indeterminate changes in various products.
TURNKEY SOLUTIONS
Deep learning technology and the Visum DeepSight™ machine vision system, unlike deterministic algorithms, enables results where traditional machine vision systems cannot and has many applications in industry, such as detecting foreign bodies or defective units in food, inspecting packaging, labeling, unacceptable color differences in different products - even textiles, plastics, ceramics - or objectively quantifying defects or flaws to calculate a fair price for different product quality classes. IRIS Technology develops turnkey industrial vision systems for a wide range of applications. Visum DeepSight™ is a machine vision system that combines machine learning models and algorithms with lighting and optical systems, the result of more than a decade of industry leadership and accompanying the industry through various challenges.
Main features
- Detection of quality defects for sorting or rejection.
- Detection of surface foreign bodies.
- Classification and quantification of defects.
- Fast and cost-effective integration into the production line.
- Communication with information systems.
- Antireflex system.
- Visum® software, computer system and touch screen.
Sectors
Food
- Inspection of defects in grains, dried fruits, fish fillets.
- Detection of foreign bodies on the belt and in the product.
Other Industries
- Label inspection.
- Bottling control.
Visum Raman In-Line™ - Raman analyzer
Industrial Raman analyzer for in-line and real-time process control.
REQUEST A QUOTEPROCESS RAMAN ANALYZER FOR REAL-TIME MONITORING
The Visum In-Line Raman Analyzer is an advanced analytical instrument that delivers rapid, precise quantitative and qualitative data on a broad range of substances and mixtures within seconds. Specially designed for quantitative analysis in aqueous media, it utilizes an immersion probe adaptable to pipelines, tanks, and bioreactors for seamless integration into industrial processes. The Visum In-Line Raman Analyzer comprises two primary modules: a central module (analyzer and immersion probe) and a control module (housing the electrical and safety components, along with a touch screen interface). Equipped with a powerful 500 mW class 4 laser, it provides a stronger, clearer Raman signal than lower-power alternatives, making it particularly effective for monitoring process phases with varying absorptivity. This ensures high-precision quantitative results with reduced acquisition and measurement times. Operating at 785 nm, the Visum In-Line Raman Analyzer effectively mitigates fluorescence interference common in some industrial applications, enabling reliable and consistent measurements across complex matrices.
TURNKEY SOLUTIONS
The Visum Raman In-Line™ is a cutting-edge Raman analyzer from IRIS Technology Solutions, renowned as an advanced and precise analytical tool for real-time process monitoring across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, food, and biotechnology. This device enables continuous control of critical process parameters, optimising production efficiency and quality through high-resolution, non-destructive measurements. Notably, it complies with CFR 21 Part 11 regulations for use in GMP environment. IRIS Technology Solutions, with its focus on turnkey solutions, integrates the Visum Raman In-Line™ into bespoke systems tailored to meet specific regulatory and operational requirements, providing full support from design to final implementation.
Main Features
- Raman analyzer engineered for industrial processes and environments: Designed to meet the demands of continuous, in-line industrial monitoring.
- Fully integrated Raman analyzer: Self-contained system with no need for an external computer, streamlining deployment and operation.
- Raman shift range: 150 to 3000 cm⁻¹ (794 nm to 1027 nm) for broad spectral analysis.
- High spectral resolution: 11 cm⁻¹ (0.7 nm) precision, ensuring detailed and accurate measurements.
- 785 nm laser excitation: Optimised wavelength to minimise fluorescence interference, enhancing data quality.
- High-power class 4 laser (500 mW): Maximises Raman signal strength for precise analysis, with built-in safety measures.
- Minimal warm-up time: Ready within 5 minutes, significantly faster than comparable devices.
- Extended laser lifetime: 28,000 hours MTTF, ensuring reliable 24/7 operation for over 3 years.
- Advanced sensor cooling: Maintains -40°C at 25°C ambient for stability in demanding conditions.
- Versatile connectivity: Supports Ethernet, OPC, Modbus, Profinet, and more for seamless integration.
- Rugged IP65-68 Protection: The Raman analyzer is fully protected against dust and water for dependable use in harsh environments.
- Portable at-line version available: The Raman analyzer can be mounted on a mobile rack for flexibility across multiple processes or laboratory settings. Includes configurable and secure sample-holder module for Falcon vials.
Sectors
Pharma and Biotech
- Real-time quantification of APIs and excipients.
- Quantification of ethanol in complex aqueous matrices.
- Quantification of CPC (Cetylpyridinium Chloride) in aqueous media.
- Quantification of Rapamycin in EtOAc (ethyl acetate).
- Characterisation of reactions.
- Monitoring of crystallisation processes.
- Quantifying chemical composition in aqueous media.
Other industries
- Monitoring of gelatinization in the cooking of gummies.
- Monitoring of chemical parameters in aqueous matrices for the food, beverage and other industries.
SENSOR
CCD linear array
SENSOR TE COOLING
-40 ºC at ambient temperature of 25 ºC
SPECTRAL RANGE
150 to 3000 cm-1
SPECTRUM ACQUISITION TIME
8ms to 300s (depending on the application)
SPECTRAL RESOLUTION
0.86 nm (14 cm-1)
LASER EXCITATION SOURCE
785 nm
LASER POWER
500 mW
LASER CLASS
4
LASER SOURCE LIFETIME
28k hour MTTF >3years working 24/7
LASER SOURCE WARM-UP TIME
<5 min
WEIGHT
<10 kg (weight analyser)
DIMENSIONS
400 x 490 x 160 mm3 (without probe)
INGRESS PROTECTION
IP68 (probe) / IP65 (system)
MATERIAL (ENCLOSURE)
AISI 304
POWER SUPPLY
24 VDC
PROCESS OPERATING TEMPERATURE
0 to 250 degC
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
0 to 40 degC
STANDARD CONNECTION TO THE PROCESS
Immersion probe through a 1/2" BSP Threaded adapter / Triclamp DN64 / Varinline® ( DN68)
CLEAN–IN PLACE
Depending on application
PROBE PROCESS OPERATING PRESSURE
<20 bar
PROBE IMMERSION DEPTH
up to 100 mm
MATERIALS (INTERFACE WITH THE PROCESS)
Sapphire window and AISI 316L steel
EMBEDDED COMPUTER
Quad-core ARMv8®
USER INTERFACE
Built-in 10" touch-Screen (control cabinet) or remote connection.
CONNECTIVITY
Modbus TCP / Profibus / OPC-UA / Ethernet / Wi-Fi
SOFTWARE
VISUM®
Visum HSI™ - Hyperspectral Imaging System
Spatially resolved chemical vision. Hyperspectral imaging system (HSI) for physical chemical analysis, detection and sorting in real time. Make it perfect.
REQUEST A QUOTEHYPERSPECTRAL IMAGING SYSTEM FOR REAL-TIME MONITORING
VISUM HSI™ is the most robust and versatile Hyperspectral Imaging System (HSI) on the market. It is designed to be integrated into any production line and provides pixel-by-pixel physical chemical information of everything that passes over the conveyor belt.
TURNKEY SOLUTIONS
IRIS Technology is a pioneer in the design of turnkey hyperspectral imaging systems for in-line control of various industrial processes. The NIR or Vis-NIR combination of the Visum HSI™ hyperspectral imaging system allows it to adapt to the characteristics of each product and to the client's needs to perform multiple operations, including foreign body detection, quantitative and qualitative analysis and sorting of food, sorting of organic and inorganic waste, recovery and recycling of plastics, textiles, among other applications, industries and processes.
Main features
- Detection of superficial foreign bodies in the production line (paper, cardboard, rubber, plastics, metals, among others).
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis with spatial distribution of each product unit passing over the conveyor belt.
- Control of homogeneity, distribution and quantity of ingredients desired in each product unit.
- Versatile technology: NIR or Vis-NIR.
- IRIS Technology’s hyperspectral imaging systems adapt to the required belt width and speed without limitations.
- Integrated with all types of PLC, rejection system and SCADA.
- Improvement of quality and safety.
- Brand image protection.
Sectors
Food
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis of each product unit (fats, fibers, proteins, moisture, among others or qualitative parameters such as shape, color and texture), depending on the product.
- Detection of superficial foreign bodies for rejection.
- Product homogenization.
- Product or recipe optimization.
Recycling / Circular Economy
- Characterization, quantification and classification of polymers.
- Sorting of plastics in recycling.
- Recovery of multilayer plastics.
- Monitoring and sorting of organic and inorganic waste.
Woodworking
- Moisture monitoring of particleboards in the impregnation line.
- Curing factor classification of wood boards.
- Quantification of wood chips flow for process control.
- Quantification or classification of resins.
- Detection of anomalies, defects and foreign bodies.
- Read more about NIR applications in the wood industry.
Acquisition mode
Push-broom (the field-of-view is scanned line by line)
Spectral range
900 -1700 nm / 400-1000 nm
Number of spectral channels
>256
Number of pixels / line
>320
Acquisition speed
> 300 lines/s
Belt speed
>30 m/min
Acquisition geometry
Diffuse reflectance
Inspection area
No limitations
Ingress protection
IP69
Basic connectivity
Ethernet (TCP/IP)
User interface
External PC-based
Data output
Ethernet (TCP/IP), Modbus, Profinet, Profibus
Operation mode
Slave / Continuous
Visum Palm™ - Handheld NIR Analyzer for Real-Time Quality Control
Portable handheld NIR analyzer with benchtop mode for lab-quality analysis in production, warehouse, field and laboratory environments. Results in 3 seconds with no sample preparation.
REQUEST A QUOTEHANDHELD NIR ANALYZER FOR FOOD, RAW MATERIALS AND REGULATED ENVIRONMENTS
Visum Palm™ is an autonomous handheld NIR analyzer designed to accelerate quality control of raw materials, food, feed and regulated products directly in production, warehouse, laboratory or field environments.
Available in both standard industrial and GxP-compliant versions, it adapts to routine quality control as well as highly regulated environments requiring maximum traceability and compliance.
LABORATORY-QUALITY RESULTS ANYWHERE
Its true dual functionality combines handheld and benchtop operation in a single self-contained device, enabling stable, repeatable and on-site analysis with full operational autonomy. High spectral resolution (5 nm), low instrumental noise and an efficient optical design deliver laboratory-quality precision and repeatability for critical applications.
User autonomy is a key advantage. With the automatic Model Builder in Visum Master™, users can easily create and update calibrations, identification libraries and quantitative methods without advanced chemometrics expertise or dependence on external support.
The most common applications of the Visum Palm™ handheld NIR analyzer include quality control of agricultural raw materials, flours, grains, forages, feed, animal nutrition products and food ingredients, as well as the identification of plastics, textiles and other industrial materials.
For regulated environments, the GxP version is especially suited to pharmaceutical applications such as raw material identification (RMID), loss-on-drying (LOD) analysis, and quantitative assays of APIs and excipients, including product release workflows.
Main features
All key functions can be performed directly from the device interface, including batch identification or barcode reading, analysis selection, real-time results and spectra visualization, measurement history access, configuration settings and user management.
For regulated environments, the GxP version incorporates advanced features such as Audit Trail, electronic signature, operation validation, instrument qualification assisted by reflectance standards, and specific configurations for CFR and GMP compliance.
By simply importing spectra and reference data, users can quickly create and update calibrations without advanced knowledge of spectroscopy or chemometrics.
The software also makes it easy to manage and adapt existing libraries and methods, accelerating implementation and simplifying day-to-day operation.
This allows quality teams to develop, maintain and update their own NIR applications with greater autonomy and less dependence on external support.
It includes benchtop sample holders for granules, powders and solids, as well as dedicated accessories for liquids, including reusable or disposable cuvette and vial holders.
Additional accessories include an optical flattener for direct analysis through translucent packaging, eliminating the need to open or handle the sample, and an optical reducer for small samples, tablets and limited measurement areas.
Why is Visum Palm™ the best handheld NIR analyzer?
- Autonomous Handheld NIR Analyzer: Fully integrated handheld NIR analyzer with embedded computer, touchscreen and built-in software, without the need for mobile phones, tablets, Cloud services or external devices. Designed for practical use in production, laboratory or field environments and, in GMP settings, to simplify validation and operational qualification.
- Dual Functionality: The only handheld NIR analyzer combining handheld and benchtop modes in a single device, easily adapting to different analytical needs and working environments.
- AI-Assisted Software: The integrated Model Builder in Visum Master™ allows users to develop, update and transfer NIR calibrations and libraries in an automated and independent way, without requiring advanced chemometric knowledge.
- Calibration and Library Transfer: Visum Master™ allows users to reuse, adapt and transfer calibrations and libraries from other NIR and FT-NIR analyzers used in industry and laboratories, reducing implementation times and avoiding the need to start from scratch.
- Highest spectral resolution: Offers 5 nm spectral resolution and 256 spectral channels, between 2 and 4 times better than other handheld NIR analyzers on the market.
- Regulatory compliance: The GxP version complies with 21 CFR Part 11, USP 1119, PE 2.2.40 and JP18, as well as GMP and GAMP 5 guidelines, making it ideal for regulated environments.
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Superior signal-to-noise ratio: With a signal-to-noise ratio of 4500:1, it significantly outperforms other portable analyzers on the market and exceeds USP requirements for critical pharmaceutical applications.
Sectors
Food
- Control of quality parameters in fruits, vegetables, minced meat, pastries and bakery products, oils, powders, flours and other food products.
- Rapid raw material verification.
- Typical particle size.
- Chocolate analysis.
- Viscosity.
- Moisture and WA.
- Grain analysis (protein, ashes, moisture).
- Feed and fodder analysis.
- Analysis of flours and talcs.
Pharma and GMP
- Identification of pharmaceutical raw materials.
- Control of the coating process of microgranulated forms.
- Quantitative content testing of formulations.
- Product release analysis.
- Validations of analytical methods according to ICH Q2(R1) – Guidelines for Validation of Analytical Procedures.
Other Industries
- Plastic identification.
- Textile identification.
- Soil analysis (N, SOC, pH, SOM).
SENSOR
InGaAs Photodiode array
SPECTRAL CHANNELS
256
SPECTRAL RANGE
900 - 1700 nm
WAVELENGTH PRECISION
<1 nm
USE MODE
Handheld and benchtop analyzer
MEASUREMENT AREA
10 mm
LIGHTING AREA OF THE SAMPLE
50 mm
LAMP
Halogen
TIME OF ONE MEASUREMENT
3 seconds
TYPICAL ACQUISITION TIME FOR A SINGLE SPECTRUM
5 ms
SPECTRAL RESOLUTION (↓ nm = ↑ spectral resolution)
5 nm
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO
4500:1
ACQUISITION GEOMETRY
Diffuse reflectance. Transflectance and transmittance with optional accessory on request
WEIGHT
1.8 kg
IP PROTECTION
IP54 - IP66 (optical aperture)
POWER SUPPLY
Rechargeable and replaceable battery. Charger (220 VAC) integrated into the device
LIFETIME OF THE LIGHT SOURCE
Up to 2 years standard use or 4000 h
BATTERY LIFE
Up to 5 hours. Spare battery and external charger optional.
INTEGRATED COMPUTER
Dual-core ARM® A7
BASIC CONNECTIVITY
Ethernet (TCP/IP) / Wi-Fi
USER INTERFACE
Integrated 5.3" resistive touch screen and manual trigger for spectrum acquisition
EMBEDDED SOFTWARE
Visum®
CFR 21 PART 11 EMBEDDED SOFTWARE
Available in Visum Palm GxP™. Also complies with USP 1119, PE 2.2.40 and JP18.
EXTERNAL SOFTWARE FOR PC
Visum Master™ Windows 10 or higher operating system. Recommended requirements: Intel i5, 16 GB RAM, 120 GB storage, 1366x768 resolution.
BARCODE SCANNER
Yes. Optional on request.
Visum NIR In-Line™ — Industrial NIR Analyzer
Real-time process NIR / FT-NIR analyzer for accurate and continuous measurements in industrial quality control
REQUEST A QUOTEProcess NIR analyzer for real-time monitoring
Visum NIR In-Line™ is an industrial NIR analyzer designed for continuous, real-time measurement of chemical composition directly on the production line. It enables manufacturers to monitor critical quality parameters, detect deviations early, and optimize processes in food, feed, chemical, and pharmaceutical applications. The system supports both NIR and FT-NIR spectral ranges, adapting to a wide variety of products and process conditions.
Turnkey in-line process integration
Visum NIR In-Line™ is a fully self-contained NIR analyzer system with embedded computer, sensor, and software in a single industrial enclosure. It can be integrated directly into existing production lines or process equipment with minimal disruption, supporting fast deployment and reliable long-term operation in industrial and GMP environments. The Visum NIR Inline analyzer supports real-time process monitoring across multiple industries, with a strong focus on food, nutrition and animal feed. It enables continuous control of key parameters such as moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash, and blend uniformity. In addition, it is widely used in food, grains and cereals, dairy, oils and fats, snacks and bakery, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and organic chemical processes to ensure consistent quality, optimize production, and reduce waste.
One NIR analyzer, multiple process integrations
Key Features of the Visum NIR In-Line NIR Analyzer
- Fully self-contained industrial NIR analyzer with embedded computer, sensor, and software.
- Available in NIR (900–1700 nm) and FT-NIR (1100–2500 nm) spectral ranges.
- Filter-free, multiparametric analysis for simultaneous measurement of multiple components.
- Non-destructive, real-time analysis with no sample preparation required.
- NIR analyzer designed for in-line installation on conveyor belts, pipelines, hoppers, reactors, and tanks.
- Compatible with solids, powders, granulates, and liquids.
- Adaptable to different process geometries, surfaces, and product flows.
- Robust industrial design suitable for continuous operation in harsh environments.
NIR Analyzer Applications Across Industrial Sectors
Food & Beverage
- In-line NIR analysis of juices, smoothies, purees, chocolate, dairy products, oils, sweets, olives, nuts, bakery products, baby food, food blends, and nutritional supplements.
- Real-time monitoring of fat, moisture and viscosity during chocolate and confectionery production.
- Continuous determination of Brix, pH-related parameters, and other quality indicators directly on the production line.
- Improved process consistency, reduced waste, and faster quality decisions in food manufacturing.
Pharmaceutical & GMP
- In-line identification and monitoring of raw materials, blends, and intermediates in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Real-time control of critical quality attributes (CQAs) during blending, granulation, and drying processes.
- Non-destructive analysis supporting PAT strategies and GMP-compliant environments.
- Suitable for integration into validated processes and controlled production areas.
Animal Feed & Nutrition
- Continuous monitoring of protein, moisture, fat, and fiber in animal feed production.
- In-line control of raw materials, compound feeds, and pellets.
- Early detection of deviations to ensure nutritional consistency and regulatory compliance.
- Optimized formulations and reduced reprocessing in feed manufacturing.
A NIR Analyzer for Other Industries
- Monitoring of polymerization reactions.
- Determination of water content and moisture.
- Fermentation and ethanol monitoring.
- Monitoring of free lacticide during the production of PLA
SENSOR
InGaAs
SPECTRAL RANGE
NIR 900 - 1700 nm / FT-NIR 1100 - 2500 nm (optional)
ANALYZER TYPE
Fully self-contained industrial process NIR analyzer
SPECTRUM ACQUISITION TIME
Configurable from 450 μs
SPECTRAL RESOLUTION (↓ nm = ↑ spectral resolution)
5 nm
ACQUISITION GEOMETRY
Diffuse reflectance, interactance and transflectance according configuration
WEIGHT
∼8,53 kg (Standard) / ∼ 15 Kg (Probe Version)
DIMENSIONS
220x258x230 mm (Standard) 456x387x142 mm (Probe Version)
INGRESS PROTECTION
>IP66
POWER SUPPLY
24VDC. Consumption < 60 W
MATERIAL (ENCLOSURE)
AISI 304
LIGHT SOURCE LIFETIME
1 year (standard use)
BUILT-IN COMPUTER
Quad-core ARMv8®
USER INTERFACE
External-PC-based (for configuration and service tasks) HMI optional
OPERATION MODE
Slave / Continuous
CONNECTION TO THE PROCESS
Varinline® DN40–DN80, custom-designed for pipeline installations. Monitoring through a sapphire window module for vessels, reactors, mixers, and dryers. Inspection using an immersion probe (reflectance, transmittance, or transflectance depending on the application)
MAX PRESSURE ON THE WINDOW (PROCESS SIDE)
16 bar (DN40 to DN80) / 10 bar (above DN80). Probe connection up to 100 bar (up to 300 bar with transflectance probe)
MATERIALS (INTERFACE WITH THE PROCESS)
Borosilicate glass and AISI 316L steel (others available)
SOFTWARE EMBEDDED
VISUM®
CALIBRATION SOFTWARE
VISUM MASTER™
CONNECTIVITY
Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Modbus / Profinet / Profibus / OPC-UA & others.
