What Visco Technologies does

Visco Technologies Corporation is a Tokyo-based (Minato-ku) public company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (ticker 6698) that develops, manufactures, sells, and maintains machine vision and image processing inspection systems for industrial quality control. The company's flagship platform is the VTV-9000 series — a modular inspection controller family (VTV-9000ST, miniX, miniR, mini, C, U, Presto) — supported by a proprietary peripheral ecosystem including VT Digital/X/E camera lines, the patented Super Focusing Camera (超深度カメラ) for oblique-angle 3D inspection, a Near-Infrared Camera, CIS sensors, lighting controllers, and over 100 LED lighting variants. Software is built around the registered DefFinder® defect-detection engine family (DefFinder, SuperDefFinder, MatrixDefFinder, SegmentDefFinder, TSCDefFinder), the patented CrackFinder® crack-detection tool, and AI-assisted applications (AI-AnomalyFinder, AI-DefFinder), giving the platform a library of more than 70 inspection tools.

The company's technology stack combines proprietary image-processing algorithms, optical design (lighting and lenses), and specialized camera hardware, with the company's competitive identity anchored on cases where conventional front-facing cameras cannot solve the application (e.g., angled surfaces, low-contrast cracks). It serves enterprise manufacturers across electronic components, semiconductors, automotive parts, pharmaceuticals, plastics, robotics, and daily necessities — primarily in Japan with a wholly-owned subsidiary network spanning China (Shanghai, Shenzhen), Thailand (Bangkok), Taiwan (Taipei), Malaysia, Vietnam (Hanoi), and the United States (Illinois).

Visco generates revenue predominantly through one-time hardware sales of VTV-9000 systems and peripherals, supplemented by 1-year bundled software/hardware support, paid private training programs, and longer-term managed support for discontinued products. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is quoted on a project basis following free sample evaluation and on-site demonstration. Go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales through regional offices and a sales hotline, with lead generation reinforced by trade shows (Nepcon Japan, IPF Japan, Manufacturing World Thailand, ICH Shenzhen, Ceramics Expo) and content marketing (the 画検新聞 newsletter, YouTube, technical blog, downloadable catalogs). The company holds ISO9001:2015 certification (December 2022) and is registered as a Japanese export-control compliant entity.

Name

Visco Technologies

Legal name

ヴィスコ・テクノロジーズ株式会社 (ViSCO Technologies Corporation)

Website

https://visco-tech.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Visco Technologies is a Tokyo-listed (TYO:6698) machine vision company that develops, manufactures, and supports image-processing inspection systems (VTV-9000 series) and proprietary cameras for enterprise manufacturers in electronics, semiconductors, automotive, and pharmaceuticals across Japan, Asia, and the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Machine Vision Inspection Systems

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Vision & Quality Inspection (HDAAAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Machine Vision & Inspection Lighting (Ring lights, bar lights, backlights, strobed illumination) (IMAGAIAG), Inspection, Checkweighing & Detection Systems (Vision, Metal, X-ray) (IMALAOAH), Dimensional Inspection Software (GD&T, SPC, Reporting) (IMAAAHAD)

Keywords

• Machine vision inspection systems
• Automated visual inspection
• Image processing inspection equipment
• Defect detection systems
• Industrial quality control

Headquarters

HQ city

Tokyo

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Image Processing Inspection Equipment Sales: Sale of VTV-9000 series inspection systems (VTV-9000ST, VTV-9000miniR, VTV-9000mini, VTV-9000C, VTV-9000U, VTV-Presto) along with peripheral equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting controllers, and specialized cameras.
2. Peripheral Equipment and Components: Cameras (VT Digital series, Super Focus Camera, Near-Infrared Camera, CIS), lighting equipment, cables, and lighting controllers. Various cable lengths and robot-compatible specifications available.
3. Training Services: Private customized training programs provided at customer sites or company offices. Training covers VTV-9000 operation, inspection creation, and tool configuration.
4. Technical Support and Maintenance: 1-year software and hardware support included with purchase. Additional support services including remote diagnosis, on-site assistance, and parts replacement for discontinued products.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Visco Technologies develops, manufactures, sells, and maintains machine vision and image processing inspection systems, primarily the VTV-9000 series, for automated visual inspection and defect detection in manufacturing environments. The offering includes the inspection systems, proprietary cameras (VT Digital series, Super Focus Camera, Near-Infrared Camera), lighting equipment, lenses, and over 70 inspection application tools (DefFinder, CrackFinder, AI-AnomalyFinder) sold as integrated turnkey inspection solutions to electronics, semiconductor, automotive, pharmaceutical, plastics, and robotics manufacturers.

Product overview

Visco Technologies offers a comprehensive image processing visual inspection system centered on the VTV-9000 series inspection platforms (VTV-9000ST, VTV-9000miniX, VTV-9000miniR, VTV-9000mini, VTV-9000C, VTV-9000U, VTV-Presto). The platform is complemented by proprietary peripheral devices including VT Digital/X/E camera series, patent-obtained Super Focusing Camera (SFC) for angled 3D inspection, Near-Infrared Camera for internal inspection, CIS sensors, lighting controllers, and LED lighting equipment. Core inspection applications include the DefFinder® series (DefFinder, SuperDefFinder, MatrixDefFinder, SegmentDefFinder, TSCDefFinder) for AI-assisted defect detection, CrackFinder® for patent-obtained crack detection, and AI-AnomalyFinder/AI-DefFinder for AI-powered inspection. Additional capabilities span connector inspection, BGA inspection, 3D inspection, character/OCV inspection, RobotFinder, count inspection, and O-ring inspection. The ecosystem includes VTV-QCS for remote monitoring, VDA for data analysis, and distribution processing systems for high-speed multi-machine inspection. Supporting services include pre-delivery sample evaluation reports, customized training programs, optical system consultation, and implementation support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DefFinder®: Defect detection engine that statistically analyzes good product images to detect defects like scratches, dirt, and foreign matter. Used in industrial inspection applications for over 10 years.
• CrackFinder®
• SuperDefFinder
• MatrixDefFinder
• SegmentDefFinder
• TSCDefFinder
• VT Digital X
• VT Digital E
• VT Digital
• 超深度カメラ (Super Focusing Camera)

Products and services

• VTV-9000ST High-performance flagship image processing inspection system with the fastest processing speed. Supports up to 65-megapixel cameras and 2-8 camera connections with standard/high-speed camera mixing. Sold to enterprise manufacturers in electronics, semiconductors, automotive, and other industries.
• VTV-9000miniX Compact high-performance inspection system with high-speed image acquisition capability in a compact form factor. Sold to enterprise manufacturers needing space-efficient inspection.
• VTV-9000miniR Compact inspection system specialized for high-speed image acquisition with the same acquisition speed as the flagship ST model in a compact size. Supports up to 65-megapixel cameras and 2 camera connections.
• VTV-9000mini Compact inspection system supporting up to 12-megapixel cameras and 4 camera connections.
• VTV-9000C Compact inspection system with doubled processing speed in a compact size. Supports up to 5-megapixel cameras and 4 camera connections.
• VTV-9000U Ultra-compact inspection system with improved installation performance. Supports up to 5-megapixel cameras and 1 camera connection.
• VTV-Presto Connector press inspection dedicated machine for specialized inspection applications in electronics manufacturing.
• VT Digital X camera series High-speed proprietary camera series with ultra-fast data transfer (up to 8x faster than previous models). Supports 5.1 to 65-megapixel models, with the fastest model achieving 207fps. Maximum 20m cable support. Works with VTV-9000ST and VTV-9000miniX.
• VT Digital camera line Proprietary camera line for Visco inspection systems with fast response interface. Available in High Speed variants. Supports 3-megapixel to 65-megapixel models with up to 20m cable length.
• VT Digital E camera line Ethernet-connected proprietary camera using a single cable for power and data. Supports 1.6 to 5-megapixel models with up to 10m cable length. Works with VTV-9000C and VTV-9000U.
• Super Focus Camera (超深度カメラ / SFC) Patent-registered camera that can focus on the entire surface even when shooting at an oblique angle. Enables 3D inspection with a single camera by capturing multiple faces simultaneously. Design rights also obtained. Sold to manufacturers requiring 3D inspection.
• Near-Infrared Camera Camera that captures near-infrared wavelength (780-2500nm) to visualize information invisible to human eyes. Detects internal information of objects through paper, resin, and fiber without being affected by surface color.
• CIS (Contact Image Sensor) Contact Image Sensor for close-range high-resolution imaging applications.
• Lighting Controller (照明コントローラ) Lighting controller device that enables real-time control of lighting on/off and dimming. Essential for multi-illumination inspection and high-speed inspection applications.
• Flash Light Controller (フラッシュライトコントローラ) Flash light controller for strobe lighting in high-speed inspection applications.
• LED Lighting Equipment (照明) LED lighting equipment including ring, bar, flat, square, dome, coaxial, and backlight types. Over 100 variations available for different inspection requirements.
• Cables (ケーブル) Connection cables for cameras including robot-compatible and standard specifications, with various lengths up to 20m.
• Inspection Evaluation Report service (検査評価レポート) Pre-delivery sample evaluation service that tests customer samples on actual equipment to verify inspection feasibility, conditions, and achievable accuracy. Evaluation report provided free of charge to prospective enterprise customers.
• Training Program (トレーニングプログラム) Customized private training program for customers after purchase. Covers VTV-9000 overview, inspection creation methods, and tool settings. Available at company headquarters and branch offices, with a maximum of 4 participants per session.

Quantifiable outcome

• Inspection tact time reduction through parallel processing and distribution system
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core, notable and minor.

• Hacarus (ハカルス)coreTechnology or Integration · 22 January 2024Hacarus AI visual inspection software integrated with VTV-9000 series for enhanced AI-based defect detection capabilities in manufacturing environments.
• Epson (エプソン)notableStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 November 2023ViSCO exhibited at the 2023 International Robot Show (2023国際ロボット展) as an Epson Co-Creation Partner, demonstrating collaborative solutions combining Epson robotics with ViSCO inspection technology.
• Adacotech (アダコテック)coreTechnology or Integration · 10 August 2023Adacotech's AI visual inspection software integrated into VTV-9000 series, enhancing AI-powered anomaly detection capabilities for manufacturing quality control.
• InStep GroupminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 January 2012InStep Group (represented by Dr. Wiwat Wongwarawipat) serves as co-representative for ViSCO Thailand operations, providing local business development and market expertise.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cognex Corporation: Pure-play machine vision leader offering industrial image processing systems, smart cameras, and vision software for inspection, guidance, and identification. Closely comparable in core machine-vision inspection technology and target manufacturing verticals.
• Basler AG: Manufacturer of industrial cameras and image processing components used in factory automation and quality inspection. Directly comparable as a vision hardware supplier serving similar machine vision integrators and end customers.
• ISRA VISION (Atlas Copco): Specialist in industrial machine vision for surface inspection, quality assurance, and robot guidance — now part of Atlas Copco. Highly comparable in surface defect detection use cases and electronics/semiconductor inspection focus.

Broad incumbents

• National Instruments / NI: Test, measurement, and embedded systems provider offering machine vision and image acquisition products for industrial inspection. Comparable as a vision platform serving manufacturing test and quality engineering teams.
• SICK AG: German sensor and automation systems manufacturer with a strong industrial vision and inspection portfolio. Comparable target market in factory automation and quality inspection across global manufacturing customers.
• Keyence Corporation: Global leader in industrial automation sensors, machine vision systems, and microscopes. Competes directly with ViSCO's inspection systems but offers a far broader industrial product portfolio with much higher revenue scale.
• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation: Major Japanese industrial conglomerate offering factory automation, vision systems, and electronic components inspection equipment. Overlaps with ViSCO in Japanese electronics/semiconductor customer base and machine vision products.
• Omron Corporation: Diversified industrial automation giant with a substantial machine vision and inspection business (FH/FZ series). Competes in electronic components and automotive inspection, overlapping with ViSCO's primary verticals.
• Zebra Technologies (Machine Vision): Through its Machine Vision & Fixed Industrial Scanning business (acquired Matrox Imaging), offers vision systems and smart cameras for factory inspection. Comparable technology stack and target applications in industrial image processing.

Emerging players

• Instrumental Inc. AI-powered visual inspection platform for electronics manufacturing that combines computer vision with defect analytics. Comparable emerging approach to automated defect detection in electronics assembly, a core ViSCO vertical.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCWUk2P18sfWs04zVRzsB80g?sub_confirmation=1
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/visco-technologies-corporation

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors5 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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