Meta launches digital remote control system for arc welding
Meta Vision Systems has introduced an all-digital version of its patented MetaView system. It combines a laser-camera sensor head with a video monitor to allow the remote control of both the horizontal and vertical positions of a SAW (submerged arc welding) head.
The digital version uses a colour touchscreen as the video monitor. Combined with a high resolution digital colour camera in the sensor head, this is said to provide much improved image quality and noise immunity.
Designed as an entry-level product, the digital MetaView's functionality includes digital zoom, pan and tilt, enabling the operator to optimise the image to his or her preference. The ability also exists to add a second camera. This can provide an overview of the weld head to complement the detailed positional view provided by the MetaView sensor.
