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Visum DeepSight™ - Machine Vision System

The Machine Vision System Visum DeepSight™ detects, classifies and rejects. Delivers the best quality every time.

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Machine 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.

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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

Other Industries

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raman analyser

Visum Raman In-Line™ - Raman analyzer

Industrial Raman analyzer for in-line and real-time process control.

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PROCESS 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.

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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

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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®

hyperspectral imaging system food industry

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.

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HYPERSPECTRAL 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.

hyperspectral imaging system

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

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.
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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

handheld nir analyser

Visum Palm™ - Handheld NIR analyzer

Portable NIR analyzer, handheld and benchtop, AI-assisted. For use in the field, production process, or laboratory.​ The most complete, versatile, and intelligent NIR analyzer on the market.​

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HANDHELD NIR ANALYZER FOR REAL-TIME MULTIPLE PARAMETER DETERMINATION

Visum Palm™ is a user-friendly, self-contained, handheld NIR analyzer designed for real-time analysis of the chemical composition of a wide variety of materials and mixtures across different industries. By enabling instant analysis, it reduces laboratory time, production costs, lead times, and minimizes risks in the production chain.​ Available in two versions: Visum Palm™ and Visum Palm GxP™, the latter incorporating embedded software that ensures compliance with the highest industry standards: CFR 21 Part 11, GMP, GAMP 5, USP , and European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.). A solution designed for regulated environments demanding maximum traceability, precision, and security.

Visum Palm™: The versatile handheld NIR analyzer for laboratory-quality results

The Visum Palm™ handheldNIR analyzer is the only device in its category offering true dual functionality, allowing use both as a handheld device and in benchtop mode, with full operational autonomy, as it does not require any external device to operate.​ Visum Palm™ stands out for its high spectral resolution, low instrumental noise level, and a highly efficient optical collection design, making it an ideal solution for critical applications requiring precision and repeatability.Thanks to the Visum Master™ PC software, any analyst can easily develop calibrations and methods for identification, classification, and quantification without the need for advanced technical knowledge. Its powerful automatic Model Builder allows creating, loading, and updating models with ease, integrating new data when necessary to update or improve it.​ Applications of the Visum Palm™ portable NIR analyzer span a wide variety of industries and sectors, including the analysis of agricultural raw materials, forages and mixtures, animal feed products, as well as the identification of plastics and textiles, among others.​ In its GxP version, Visum Palm™ is especially useful in regulated environments, such as the pharmaceutical industry, enabling raw material identification (RMID), loss-on-drying (LOD) monitoring, and quantitative assays of APIs and excipients, even in product release applications.

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Main features

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About Visum Palm™
Visum Palm™ is a fully autonomous handheld NIR analyzer with an integrated computer, software, and touchscreen, eliminating the need for smartphones, PCs, or other external devices. Its versatile design allows it to be used both as a handheld analyzer and in benchtop mode, adapting to different environments and operational needs.​

The device allows performing all key functions directly from its interface: batch identification or barcode reading, analysis selection, results and spectra visualization, access to measurement histories, configuration adjustments (Supervisor role), and user management (Device Manager role).​

The GxP version for regulated environments incorporates advanced features such as Audit Trail, electronic signature, manual operation validation, instrumental qualification assisted by reflectance standards, and specific configurations for CFR and GMP compliance.
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Model Builder Visum Master™ for PC
Visum Master™ is the only Model Builder that fully automates the development of NIR models and calibrations for identification, classification, and quantification tasks.​

By simply inputting spectra and reference data (quantitative or qualitative), users can generate robust calibrations without prior knowledge in spectroscopy.​

For each developed or updated model, the software automatically generates a detailed technical report documenting the complete model construction and validation process, facilitating audits and continuous improvements.​

Visum Master™ marks the beginning of a new era in accessing and leveraging NIR technology, democratizing its use and eliminating technical barriers.
Sampling Accessories
The Visum Palm™ portable NIR analyzer easily adapts to a wide variety of sampling modes and dynamics, thanks to its range of specific accessories.​
It includes benchtop sample holders for granules, powders, and solids, as well as accessories for liquids, including reusable or disposable cuvette holders compatible with spectrophotometry and adjustable optical pathlength.​

It also features an optical flattener designed for direct analysis through translucent packaging, without the need to open or handle the sample.

Why choose the handheld NIR analyzer Visum Palm™?

  • Autonomous System: The portable NIR analyzer is fully integrated, with a built-in computer and software, eliminating the need for external devices.​

  • Dual-Function Use: The only portable NIR analyzer that can easily switch between handheld and benchtop modes, adapting to various analytical needs.​

  • High Spectral Resolution: Offers a resolution of 5 nm with 256 spectral channels, providing precise and reliable real-time data.

  • Superior Signal-to-Noise Ratio: With a ratio of 4500:1, it significantly surpasses other portable analyzers on the market and meets USP requirements in regulated environments.​

  • AI-Assisted Software: The Visum Master™ Model Builder allows users to develop and update NIR calibrations and methods without the need for technical knowledge.​

  • Regulatory Compliance: The GxP version complies with CFR 21 Part 11, USP 1119, and Ph. Eur. 2.2.40 regulations, as well as GMP and GAMP 5 guidelines. Ideal for regulated environments.

Sectors

Food

Pharma

Other Industries

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SENSOR

InGaAs Photodiode array

SPECTRAL CHANNELS

256

SPECTRAL RANGE

900 - 1700 nm

WAVELENGTH PRECISION

<1 nm

MEASUREMENT AREA

10 mm

LIGHTING AREA OF THE SAMPLE

50 mm

LAMP

Halogen, includes coupling system

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

1.9 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 4 hours (one reading every 30 seconds). A spare battery with external charger can be supplied on request

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 and PE 2.2.40.

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.

nir analyzer

Visum NIR In-Line™ - In-line NIR analyzer

Real-time process NIR analyzer: accurate and continuous measurements for process optimisation and quality control in the plant.

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Process NIR analyzer for real-time monitoring

Visum NIR In-Line™ is a versatile and accurate process NIR analyzer for real-time chemical composition analysis in production lines. It adapts to different geometries and types of installations (conveyor belt, pipeline, tank). It can also be integrated into process machinery (e.g. blenders and dryers).

Turnkey solutions

Installation of the Visum NIR In-Line™ process analyzer is fast and minimally invasive. As manufacturers and engineering we can adapt to different needs in terms of operating environment, inspection surface and calibrate the device according to the measurement needs. The Visum NIR In-Line™ analyzer has an embedded computer, network connection and Wi-Fi. Among its most popular applications are blending end-point monitoring, drying end-point monitoring, moisture in different bulk products and real-time brix analysis in fruits and derivatives, among many other applications to analyze different parameters and products in numerous industries.

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Main features

  • Embedded computer, stand-alone NIR analyzer device.
  • Spectral range from 900 nm to 1700 nm. NIR analyzer without filters and multiparametric.
  • Non-destructive analysis without sample preparation.
  • Adaptability to different surfaces and monitoring needs.
  • Multiple communication drivers with information systems.
  • Connectivity via network cable or Wi-Fi.
  • Quick to install and calibrate.
  • Software Visum®  for control, visualisation and configuration needs.

Sectors

Food

Pharma

Other industries

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SENSOR

InGaAs

SPECTRAL RANGE

900 - 1700 nm

SPECTRUM ACQUISITION TIME

Configurable from 450 μs

SPECTRAL RESOLUTION (↓ nm = ↑ spectral resolution)

3 nm

ACQUISITION GEOMETRY

Diffuse reflectance, interactance and transflectance

WEIGHT

8,53 kg

DIMENSIONS

220x258x230 mm3

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

DN40 to DN80. Varinline ®. Larger diameters on request / Ad-hoc inspection probes.

MAX PRESSURE ON THE WINDOW (PROCESS SIDE)

16 bar

MATERIALS (INTERFACE WITH THE PROCESS)

Borosilicate glass and AISI 316L steel

SOFTWARE EMBEDDED

VISUM®

CALIBRATION SOFTWARE

VISUM MASTER™

CONNECTIVITY

Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Modbus / Profinet / Profibus / OPC-UA & others..