A feasibility study (Proof of Concept, POC) is a key step in evaluating the viability of a concept.

Especially in the case of complex testing systems, it is often difficult to define all critical boundary conditions in advance and to formulate a detailed requirements specification. As a customer, the goal is usually clearly defined — for example, replacing a manual visual inspection with an automated solution. However, in order to precisely define the boundary conditions and the requirements regarding the robustness and flexibility of the inspection process, initial data and testing are often needed. A classic chicken-and-egg problem.

Especially in image processing, but also in industrial data and predictive maintenance applications, feasibility studies enable early and accurate evaluation of cost-benefit ratios.

AutoLab supports you from the initial feasibility analysis to lab setups and structured data acquisition.

Concept and Lab Setup

With extensive know-how and state-of-the-art equipment, our team of experts is ideally equipped to carry out feasibility analyses for testing systems.

From the initial analysis to the complete testing concept, we deliver customized solutions tailored to your requirements.

Our services include:

  • Discussion of your project requirements
  • Analysis of requirements and conceptual planning
  • Identification of solution approaches, risks, and potential hazards
  • Development of the optimal testing method
  • Evaluation of the appropriate testing equipment
  • Test Setup and Execution
  • Final Report and Optional Test Strategy
 

After the feasibility analysis, you receive all relevant datasets — for example, recorded measurements or images. In addition, we compile a list of suitable hardware, such as sensors, industrial PCs, or — in the case of challenges in image processing — optimized combinations of optics, cameras, and lighting.

Prices starting from 1 500€

We are happy to support you beyond the feasibility analysis — whether it's during project implementation or the acquisition of an initial comprehensive dataset. For this purpose, our Image Acquisition as a Service (IAaaS) offering is particularly well suited, enabling efficient and professional data collection.

Image Acquisition as a Service (IAaaS)

Automating visual inspection using camera systems is an important step toward quality assurance. However, before an automated solution can be implemented, many companies face fundamental questions:

  • How reliable is the manual inspection really? What kinds of errors are being overlooked?
  • Are the defects visually detectable? Can the relevant features be clearly identified in the captured images?
  • How are good and defective parts defined? Which defect criteria need to be considered?

These uncertainties make it difficult to formulate a concrete project request or to make a well-informed investment decision.

Our Solution

With Image Acquisition as a Service (IAaaS), AutoLab offers a flexible and low-risk way to establish the foundation for successful automation. We provide image processing PCs, cameras, and lighting systems on a rental basis in order to generate data under real-world conditions.

  • Plug-and-Play: The cameras are connected to our IPC system and are ready for immediate use.
  • Automated Image Capture: Control via PROFINET, EtherCAT, or hardware I/O trigger.
  • Data Recording without High Investment: Thousands of images are captured directly within the production process.

Your Benefits

  • Quick Start with No Preparation Required – No complete defect catalogs or extensive pre-analyses are needed.
  • 100% Data Sovereignty – You retain full control over all collected image data and can flexibly determine the next steps.
  • First Results in No Time – Our anomaly detection automatically identifies irregularities and delivers actionable insights instantly.

Value-Driven Insights

A direct comparison between automated image recognition and manual visual inspection often reveals surprising results: many defective parts go undetected during conventional inspection — even in places where it’s least expected.

With IAaaS from AutoLab, you gain a solid data foundation for optimizing your quality assurance and ensuring a seamless transition to automated inspection.

Prices starting from 2 500 €