What Correlated Solutions does

Correlated Solutions, Inc. is a privately held scientific instrumentation company founded in 1998 and headquartered at 121 Dutchman Blvd., Irmo, South Carolina. Founded by the recognized inventors of digital image correlation, the company has been at the forefront of DIC development for over 40 years (combining founder-era work with corporate tenure). Correlated Solutions designs, manufactures, and supports non-contact optical measurement systems that compute full-field 2D, 3D, and volumetric displacement and strain on test specimens by tracking random speckle patterns via stereo camera pairs. Measurement capability spans length scales from microns to meters and time scales down to nanoseconds, with strain ranges from 50 microstrain to over 2,500% and sub-micron (1/100th-pixel) displacement resolution.

The product portfolio is anchored on the VIC software family: VIC-2D (planar strain), VIC-3D (flagship 3D system), VIC-Volume (DVC for CT/X-Ray slicing), and VIC-EDU (academic). Specialized hardware includes Blue Hawk (adjustable FOV), Blue Falcon (micro-scale), and high-speed/ultra-high-speed variants. Supporting software includes VIC-Snap for image acquisition, the iris graphics engine bundled at no additional cost, and add-on modules for real-time, gauge, and fatigue/vibration analysis. Proprietary elements include a granted patent on a high-magnification calibration algorithm (micro fields-of-view 0.7–7mm), Variable Ray Origin (VRO) calibration for through-glass or submerged imaging, External Orientation calibration for >2m fields, and in-house-manufactured laser-marked calibration targets. The company sells accessories through the VIC-Store at published unit prices (e.g., VIC-Gimbal $1,330, Speckle Pattern Application Kit $2,350) and provides a VIC-Snap Remote mobile app on iOS/Android.

Revenue is generated through one-time sales of customized turnkey hardware systems (cameras, optics, lighting, calibration targets, software bundles, onsite installation, training), paid software version upgrades and add-on module licenses, accessory sales, and ongoing technical support. Distribution combines direct field sales engineering from Irmo, SC with a worldwide distributor network covering 35+ countries (excluding Russia), supported by wholly-owned Correlated Solutions Europe. Marketing relies on the corporate website, technical literature, conference participation (CAMX, Battery Show, Auto Test, iDICs, Experimental Mechanics), and hosted VIC-3D workshops. Customer references span NASA, Lockheed Martin, leading US and international universities, and medical device manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, biomedical, consumer products, and industrial research verticals.

Name

Correlated Solutions

Legal name

Correlated Solutions, Inc.

Website

https://correlatedsolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Correlated Solutions is a privately held scientific instrumentation company that designs and sells Digital Image Correlation (DIC) systems — non-contact optical measurement tools for full-field strain and deformation analysis — serving aerospace, automotive, civil, biomedical, and industrial research customers globally through direct sales and a 35+ country distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Optical Measurement Software

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827), X-Ray Apparatus & Tubes & Related Irradiation Apparatus (3844)

akta.pro primary industry

Inspection, QA & Certification for Finished Parts (NDT, CT, Surface Roughness, Documentation) (IMAAAGAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Dimensional Inspection Software (GD&T, SPC, Reporting) (IMAAAHAD), Calibration, Metrology & QA Consumables (Calibration Artifacts, Test Coupons, Gauge Tools) (IMAAAIAG), CT/X-ray & Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for AM Parts (IMAAAHAG), Scan-to-CAD & Reverse Engineering Software (IMAAAHAE)

Keywords

• Digital image correlation
• Non-contact strain measurement
• 3D optical metrology
• Full-field deformation analysis
• Speckle pattern tracking

Headquarters

HQ city

Irmo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. DIC Hardware Systems (Turnkey): Sale of complete turnkey DIC systems including stereo cameras, optics, lighting, calibration targets, and accessories customized for each customer's measurement needs. Systems are sold as complete packages including hardware, software, technical support, onsite installation, and equipment training.
2. DIC Software Licenses & Upgrades: Software licenses for VIC-2D, VIC-3D, VIC-EDU, VIC-Volume, and specialized modules (Fatigue & Vibration, Gauge, Real Time). Free software upgrades for one year after system delivery. Version upgrades (e.g., VIC-3D 11, VIC-2D 8) offered as paid upgrades.
3. VIC-Gimbal Accessory: Priced at $1,330.00 per unit. Automated calibration device for precision calibration of VIC-3D systems.
4. Speckle Pattern Application Kit: Priced at $2,350.00. Physical accessory kit enabling users to apply ideal speckle patterns for DIC measurements.
5. VIC-ATB & VIC-DAQ Trigger Devices: Custom trigger and data acquisition devices available in the VIC-Store for adding functionality to existing DIC systems.
6. Technical Support & Training: Ongoing technical support and training services. Dedicated Support Team available globally. Systems include free software upgrades for one year after delivery date.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Correlated Solutions designs, manufactures, and sells turnkey Digital Image Correlation (DIC) systems and software that perform non-contact, full-field measurement of strain and deformation on material and product specimens. The portfolio spans 2D and 3D DIC systems, digital volume correlation via CT/X-Ray, image acquisition software, a graphics visualization engine, calibration hardware, and accessories, sold as customized turnkey packages configured for measurement scales from microns to meters and time scales from nanoseconds to quasi-static.

Product overview

Correlated Solutions offers a comprehensive portfolio of Digital Image Correlation (DIC) systems and software for non-contact strain and deformation measurements. The core product family includes VIC-3D (3D measurement), VIC-2D (2D measurement), VIC-Volume (digital volume correlation from CT/X-Ray scans), and VIC-EDU (educational version). These systems are supported by VIC-Snap image acquisition software with mobile remote control capabilities, and the iris graphics engine for data visualization. Add-on modules include VIC-Gauge (real-time monitoring), Fatigue & Vibration (FFT analysis), and Real Time processing. Specialized systems address high-speed, ultra high-speed, infrared, stereo microscopy, multi-system, and micro-scale applications. The product ecosystem is complemented by calibration targets, speckle pattern application kits, lighting systems, data acquisition hardware, and the VIC-Gimbal for automated calibration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• iris: Iris is a powerful graphics engine included with VIC-2D and VIC-3D systems for DIC data visualization, enabling creation of high-resolution animations and presentations.
• Blue Hawk
• Blue Falcon (3D-Micro-DIC)
• VIC-Snap
• VIC-Gauge
• VIC-ATB & VIC-DAQ

Products and services

• VIC-3D Industry-leading 3D digital image correlation system providing full-field, three-dimensional shape, displacement, and strain measurement for quasi-static and dynamic events. Systems are customized and configurable across length scales from microns to meters.
• VIC-2D Turnkey 2D digital image correlation system that provides full-field, two-dimensional displacement and strain data for mechanical testing on planar specimens, achieving sub-micron displacements, strains from 50 microstrain to over 2500%, and 1/100th pixel motion resolution. Compatible with optical microscopes and SEMs.
• VIC-Volume Digital Volume Correlation (DVC) software that uses quantitative image analysis to measure internal deformation of a volume from image slices acquired via X-Ray or CT scanners, adding z-dimension analysis for full material characterization.
• VIC-EDU Low-cost digital image correlation solution developed for academic institutions to teach the DIC technique to undergraduate and graduate students, using the same DIC algorithms found in VIC-3D software.
• VIC-Snap Image acquisition software controlling VIC camera systems, supporting hardware triggering, TTL triggering, sinusoidal triggering for fatigue/vibration tests, high-speed triggering up to 3 MHz, and real-time data streaming.
• VIC-Snap Remote App Mobile application available on iOS and Android for remotely viewing live images, adjusting focus and exposure, and acquiring calibration images during test setup.
• Blue Hawk System Specialized DIC system delivering unparalleled adjustability for diverse applications without sacrificing the convenience of fixed field-of-view setups, using pre-determined configurations and efficient calibration for maximum precision.
• Blue Falcon (3D-Micro-DIC) Specialized 3D digital image correlation system for micro-scale measurements at extremely small fields of view with high resolution.
• VIC-Gauge Module Real-time strain monitoring software module that enables output of strain data live from virtual strain gauges or extensometers.
• Fatigue & Vibration Module Software module for analyzing vibration data and performing FFT measurements, integrating force input data with frequency response function analysis for complete response analysis.
• Real Time Module Software module enabling real-time 3D displacement and strain data analysis during testing, allowing engineers to monitor full-field data live as tests occur.
• iris Graphics Engine Powerful graphics engine developed specifically for visualization of DIC data, included with all VIC-2D and VIC-3D systems at no extra cost, enabling creation of high-resolution animations, full-length videos, and comparison with FEA model predictions.
• VIC-Gimbal Automated calibration device for precision calibration of VIC-3D systems, suited for high-resolution cameras, small depths-of-field, confined or hazardous testing areas, and iterative testing requiring repeatable calibration scores. Priced at $1,330 per unit.
• VIC Speckle Pattern Application Kit Kit enabling users to apply ideal speckle patterns to specimen surfaces without precise knowledge of sample area, including six interchangeable speckle stamps, six color-coded speckle rollers, ink pad, user manual, and hard-sided carrying case. Priced at $2,350 per kit.
• VIC-ATB & VIC-DAQ Custom trigger and data acquisition devices allowing multiple fast-streaming cameras to synchronize at high accuracy for full-bandwidth utilization over multiple channels; ATB-V supports up to 32 cameras with delay feature for stroboscope triggering.
• Calibration Targets Laser-marked precision calibration targets manufactured in-house for VIC systems, including Standard, Dual-Sided, Glass (macro & micro scales), Infrared, Low-Resolution, VDI 2626, and Variable Ray Origin (VRO) targets.
• Lighting Systems Wide range of lighting solutions from fiber-optic for microscale to powerful LED lights for large-scale illumination, including Low Speed, High-Speed, Mono Lighting, and Microscope Lighting options.
• Blue-X-Focus Lighting High-powered monochromatic lighting system ideal for high-magnification and high-temperature applications, or when monochromatic light is required, with pulse mode to reduce motion blur and maximize light power.

Quantifiable outcome

• Strain measurement noise floor as low as ~4 nanometers amplitude in high-speed vibration testing
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature15 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Correlated Solutions EuropecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDedicated European distributor operating through correlatedsolutions.eu for all European markets.
• High Speed Imaging (Canada)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for Canada, offering digital image correlation product data and sales support.
• Auriga Sistemas Integrales (Mexico & Central America)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for Mexico and Central America, providing DIC system sales and support.
• Lynx/Lynxus (Brazil)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for South America (Brazil), offering DIC products and services.
• EPT (UK & Ireland)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for UK and Ireland, offering DIC systems.
• Blink Technology Australia (Australia & New Zealand)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for Australia and New Zealand, offering VIC-3D systems.
• Novatest (Kazakhstan)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for Kazakhstan.
• Pyrodynamics (India & UAE)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for India and UAE, offering DIC products and technical support.
• LMS Technologies (South East Asia)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for South East Asia, offering digital imaging correlation products.
• Famtech (South Korea)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for South Korea.
• Alpha Precision (Taiwan)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for Taiwan, offering digital image correlation measurement systems.
• LMC (Japan)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for Japan, offering VIC-3D systems through laser measurement products.
• CSI International (China)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for China, handling sales and support for Correlated Solutions products.
• Beijing Ruituo Shichuang Technology Co., Ltd. (China)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTechnical representatives in China who assisted the Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology with key research and development projects and technical services related to digital images as part of the 2022 Winter Olympics.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Instron (Illinois Tool Works): Instron is the dominant incumbent in mechanical materials testing (tensile, fatigue, dynamic). Customers often pair Instron frames with VIC-3D for full-field strain data, making Instron an adjacent incumbent rather than a pure DIC competitor, but it controls much of the testing workflow.
• Teledyne FLIR: Teledyne FLIR supplies high-performance scientific and industrial cameras used in DIC and other computer-vision-based measurement systems. While not a direct DIC system vendor, its camera hardware underpins many DIC installations including those of Correlated Solutions.
• Shimadzu Scientific Instruments: Shimadzu supplies materials testing machines, X-ray CT systems, and analytical instruments used alongside DIC in research labs. It is an adjacent incumbent in the broader materials characterization workflow that Correlated Solutions serves.
• Keyence: Keyence is a broad industrial measurement and inspection vendor offering laser, optical, and image-based measurement tools. While it does not sell turnkey DIC, its industrial vision products overlap with adjacent non-contact measurement use cases that Correlated Solutions customers consider.
• MTS Systems: MTS provides high-performance materials testing systems, particularly for dynamic and fatigue testing. Its testing platforms are commonly combined with VIC-3D for high-speed DIC measurements, positioning MTS as a complementary incumbent in the same workflow.

Direct peers

• LaVision: LaVision is a German specialist in DIC, PIV, and volumetric measurement systems serving academic and industrial research. It directly overlaps with VIC-3D, VIC-Volume, and high-speed DIC offerings of Correlated Solutions, particularly in fluid-structure interaction and materials testing.
• GOM (ZEISS Quality Excellence): GOM, now part of ZEISS, is the largest global vendor of industrial 3D DIC and optical metrology systems for strain and deformation measurement. It competes head-to-head with Correlated Solutions' VIC-3D in automotive, aerospace, and academic testing, with a much larger commercial footprint.
• Dantec Dynamics: Dantec Dynamics provides optical measurement solutions including DIC, PIV, and laser-based flow measurement. It competes with Correlated Solutions in academic and industrial experimental mechanics, with overlapping product positioning in full-field strain measurement.
• Trilion Quality Systems: Trilion (formerly Trilion Quality Systems) supplies ARAMIS and other 3D DIC systems for static and high-speed testing. It is a direct competitor to VIC-3D in aerospace, automotive, and academic structural testing, particularly for large-field-of-view and high-strain-rate applications.

Emerging players

• MatchID: MatchID is a Belgian DIC software vendor focused on 2D/3D/stereo-DIC algorithms for academic and industrial research. It competes with Correlated Solutions primarily on the software side, offering a lower-cost alternative that appeals to budget-constrained academic labs.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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