ZJK Industrial Co. Ltd. Secures Patent from CNIPA
ZJK Industrial Co. Ltd. Secures Patent from the China National Intellectual Property Administration for High-Precision Image Recognition-based SMT Carrier Tape Inspection System, Boosting Automation and Efficiency
ZJK announced that it has patented an innovative image recognition-based inspection-control system for carrier tape packaging. Traditional SMT carrier tape inspections rely on manual checks post-packaging, a slow and labor-intensive process. ZJK’s innovation replaces this with automated, in-line detection, boosting efficiency and accuracy.
The patent, granted by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), covers a surface-mount technology (SMT) carrier tape packaging inspection-control system based on image recognition. The system comprises two image acquisition modules and two analysis modules. After components are placed on the carrier tape, the first image acquisition module captures an image, which is analyzed by the first analysis module to detect any predefined first-class anomalies. Following bonding, the second image acquisition module captures another image, which is analyzed by the second analysis module for second-class anomalies. A control module automatically halts the packaging machine upon detection of any anomaly, ensuring defects are identified and addressed in real time.
Ning Ding, CEO of ZJK, commented: “This invention enables automatic detection that can be seamlessly integrated into existing production lines and enhanced with intelligent technologies, eliminating the need for manual inspection through rewinding and greatly improving production efficiency. Notably, the new system also achieves an exceptional accuracy rate of nearly 100% in detecting missing components, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction with ZJK.
Looking ahead, we see l growth opportunities for this invention. First, we believe that demand for inspection systems is rising across industries, driven by the proliferation of electronic components in consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, and equipment manufacturing. Rising expectations for quality, reliability, and cost-efficiency are pushing manufacturers to adopt advanced inspection solutions. This trend is further reinforced by the rapid iteration and integration of IT products into nearly every aspect of consumer goods.
Second, long-term policy trends are favorable, with governments worldwide actively rolling out supportive measures and incentives for the manufacturing sector, fostering innovation and investment in inspection technologies. Meanwhile, the industry-wide shift toward automation and intelligent systems continues to drive demand for SMT packaging products and cutting-edge inspection equipment, both of which remain integral to modern manufacturing and are evolving alongside technological advancements.”
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