What Inspectron does

Inspectron designs, engineers, and manufactures professional-grade wireless inspection tools and companion software for visual diagnostics in hard-to-reach environments. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Wixom, Michigan, the company sells a portfolio of rugged, IoT-connected hardware — the WiScope wireless HD videoscope (heat-resistant to 140°C), the WiTorch HD video flashlight with barcode/QR/OCR scanning, the Grabber retrieval tool, and a Thermal Camera — alongside a tiered companion software stack (WiCollab free, WiCollab+ paid, Vision Assist+ Android paid) and Wi Cloud storage. Its technology architecture pairs ruggedized wireless imaging hardware with cloud-based data management and real-time remote-expert collaboration, with documented integrations to Microsoft Teams, RealWear headsets, TeamViewer Frontline Assist, Panasonic TOUGHBOOK rugged devices, and Detect-It computer vision.

The company makes money through three primary streams: one-time hardware sales (WiScope, WiTorch, Grabber, Thermal Camera) distributed via a global reseller network of 11+ named channel partners across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa; a tiered subscription software business (WiCollab+ and Vision Assist+) that converts hardware buyers into recurring revenue; and an OEM manufacturing program in which Inspectron develops and manufactures videoscope products for major tool companies that hold leading market share in their respective markets. Distribution is primarily channel-led through the formal Partner Program and a Reseller Locator, complemented by direct enterprise sales via a 'Request a Demo' motion for larger deployments.

Inspectron serves automotive professionals (its largest stated vertical, including fleets, OEM dealerships, and heavy-duty repair shops), manufacturing QA/QC operations, industrial maintenance teams, field service technicians, aviation operators, and sanitary/plumbing contractors. Hundreds of thousands of technicians are stated to use Inspectron-designed tools globally, though the company has no disclosed revenue, no external funding rounds, and operates with a lean 11–50 employee base across the United States, Belgium, and China.

Name

Inspectron

Legal name

Inspectron Inc.

Website

https://inspectrontools.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Inspectron designs and manufactures rugged wireless inspection tools (WiScope videoscope, WiTorch video flashlight, Grabber, Thermal Camera) and a tiered companion software platform (WiCollab, Wi Cloud) for automotive, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, field services, and aviation technicians, distributed globally via resellers and OEM manufacturing partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Inspection Equipment

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)

akta.pro primary industry

Inspection, Checkweighing & Detection Systems (Vision, Metal, X-ray) (IMALAOAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Condition Monitoring Sensors & IoT (online/offline monitoring, edge devices) (EUADAJAD)

Keywords

• Industrial inspection tools
• Wireless videoscopes
• Visual diagnostic equipment
• OEM inspection manufacturing
• Remote expert collaboration

Headquarters

HQ city

Wixom

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware (Inspection Tools): Inspectron designs, engineers, and manufactures professional-grade inspection tools (WiScope, WiTorch, Grabber, Thermal Camera) sold as physical products, likely through resellers and direct enterprise sales. The company also manufactures OEM tools for partner tool companies.
2. Software Subscriptions (WiCollab): WiCollab companion app operates on a subscription model with three tiers: WiCollab (free base version), WiCollab+ (paid), and WiCollab Vision Assist+ (paid, Android only). Wi Cloud Services including remote assistance, increased cloud storage, and OCR/barcode features require an appropriate Subscription Plan.
3. OEM Manufacturing: Inspectron partners with major tool companies to develop and manufacture their videoscope programs under the partners' brands. This represents an OEM/whitelabel revenue stream where Inspectron acts as the manufacturer.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Inspectron designs, engineers, and manufactures professional-grade wireless IoT inspection tools — including the WiScope® HD videoscope, WiTorch® HD video flashlight, Grabber® retrieval tool, and Thermal Camera — paired with the WiCollab® companion software ecosystem (free WiCollab base app, paid WiCollab+ tier, Android-only Vision Assist+ tier) and Wi Cloud® cloud storage. The integrated ecosystem enables technicians to visually inspect, document, and remotely collaborate on hard-to-reach components across automotive, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, aviation, field services, and sanitary/plumbing applications. Inspectron also operates an OEM manufacturing business producing videoscope programs for the world's largest tool companies under their brands.

Product overview

Inspectron offers a portfolio of IoT-connected visual inspection tools complemented by a software platform. The core hardware products include WiScope (a rugged HD videoscope), WiTorch (an HD video flashlight), Grabber (retrieval tool), and Thermal Camera. These tools connect via Wi-Fi to the WiCollab companion app ecosystem, which includes three tiers: the free WiCollab base version, WiCollab+ (with cloud sync and remote assistance), and WiCollab Vision Assist+ (enhanced collaboration features). Wi Cloud provides cloud storage and management capabilities. The company also offers OEM manufacturing partnerships and customized integration solutions using SDKs and APIs for enterprise deployments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WiTorch®: Professional-grade HD video flashlight with Wi-Fi connectivity for visual inspection of hard-to-reach areas.
• WiScope®
• WiCollab®
• WiCollab+® Vision Assist
• Wi Cloud®
• Grabber®
• Thermal Camera

Products and services

• WiScope® Rugged, Wi-Fi-enabled HD videoscope for detailed visual inspection of hard-to-reach components. Features heat resistance up to 140°C, multiple imager sizes, 1280x720p resolution, IP54 rating, ~4-hour battery life, and compatibility with RealWear voice-command headsets for hands-free operation. Designed for automotive, manufacturing, aviation, industrial maintenance, and field service technicians.
• WiTorch® Wireless HD video flashlight that connects to smartphones, tablets, or XR headsets. Features integrated barcode, QR code, and OCR scanning (including VIN reading), noise-cancelling microphone for voice memos, live streaming to remote stakeholders, and cloud/on-prem storage options. Firmware is upgradable over-the-air. Targets technicians needing to inspect, document, and label the exterior of components.
• Grabber® Inspection tool designed for seeking, finding, and recovering objects in hard-to-access areas. Complements WiScope and WiTorch for physical retrieval after visual identification.
• Thermal Camera Thermal imaging camera for inspection and diagnostic applications, enabling detection of heat patterns and thermal anomalies. Expands Inspectron's IoT-connected inspection tool portfolio.
• WiCollab® Companion App Companion software connecting Inspectron's IoT tools (WiScope, WiTorch) to Windows and Android devices. Offers tiered functionality: a free WiCollab base version for tool discovery, connection management, and local media storage; a paid WiCollab+ tier unlocking Wi Cloud synchronization, remote assistance video conferencing, barcode/OCR scanning, and increased cloud storage; and an Android-only Vision Assist+ tier adding collaborative features for connecting frontline workers with remote subject-matter experts (live streaming, voice memo, annotation).
• Wi Cloud® Cloud-based platform for storing, editing, and retrieving inspection data captured in the field. Includes a web portal with media gallery access, user management, and administrative controls. Available via subscription plan paired with WiCollab+ tier.
• OEM Tools Manufacturing Program Partnership program in which Inspectron develops and manufactures videoscope programs for some of the world's largest tool companies under their own brands. OEM customers hold the largest market share in their markets and lead the videoscope category. Acts as a white-label/OEM manufacturing service rather than a branded Inspectron product sale.
• Customized Solutions / Software Integrations Tailored software solutions and integrations that can be embedded into customers' existing applications. Includes SDKs, APIs, and cloud services that can be modified for custom enterprise deployments, allowing third-party software to connect with Inspectron tools for data exchange, media retrieval, and remote assistance functionality.

Quantifiable outcome

• In a recall project, WiScope reduced each inspection time by 20 minutes, translating to 60 labour hours saved over the project duration, reducing vehicle downtime and improving customer satisfaction.

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability7 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Panasonic ConnectcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2025Inspectron tools (WiScope, WiTorch, WiCollab) integrate with Panasonic TOUGHBOOK rugged mobile computers to enhance inspection workflows. The partnership combines TOUGHBOOK's rugged computing hardware with Inspectron's inspection tools for automotive, aviation, industrial maintenance, and oil and gas applications. Inspectron joined the TOUGHBOOK XCELERATE Solutions Alliance Program, offering exclusive discounts on TOUGHBOOK solutions to support Inspectron deployments. Real-time collaboration is enabled through Microsoft Teams integration.
• RealWearcoreTechnology or IntegrationRealWear rugged, voice-controlled headsets (including RealWear Navigator 520, Navigator 500, and HTM-1) are listed as supported companion devices for Inspectron's WiCollab app and tools. The partnership enables hands-free inspection operations where technicians can control WiScope via voice commands.
• Detect-ItcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDetect-It and Inspectron partnered to enable computer vision detection from mobile cameras, allowing in-line inspections in areas where fixed cameras cannot reach. The partnership improves manufacturing inspection accuracy, enables faster in-line inspection without end-of-line waits, and reduces downtime, rework, and scrap. This is a strategic co-development partnership bringing AI vision capabilities to Inspectron's inspection ecosystem.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Milwaukee Tool: Milwaukee is a major tool brand selling inspection cameras, pipe scopes, and diagnostic tools to trades and automotive technicians. It is both a likely OEM customer for Inspectron and a competing branded seller of videoscope products.
• Teledyne FLIR: FLIR manufactures thermal imaging cameras and industrial visual inspection tools (including the Extech brand) used in condition monitoring, electrical, and mechanical inspection. It directly competes with Inspectron's Thermal Camera and visual inspection portfolio in industrial maintenance and field service.
• Snap-on Incorporated: Snap-on sells diagnostic and inspection equipment to automotive technicians through its franchise network. It is a peer in the automotive inspection category and a potential OEM or channel partner for inspection tools.
• Ridgid (Emerson): Ridgid sells SeeSnake inspection cameras and diagnostic tools widely used by plumbers, HVAC, and trades. It is a channel and product peer in portable visual inspection equipment, with similar end markets in sanitary/plumbing and industrial maintenance.
• PCE Instruments: PCE Instruments supplies a broad catalog of industrial measurement and inspection devices, including videoscopes and endoscopes, across European and international markets. It is a direct product peer serving similar maintenance and QA use cases.
• Evident (formerly Olympus Industrial Solutions): Evident is the largest dedicated player in industrial videoscopes, borescopes, and visual inspection equipment. It is the most direct competitor to Inspectron's WiScope, selling into the same automotive, aerospace, energy, and manufacturing inspection workflows with a comparable product category.
• Extech Instruments (a FLIR brand): Extech manufactures portable test, measurement, and inspection instruments including borescopes and thermal cameras. It competes directly with WiScope/WiTorch in the entry and mid-tier portable inspection segment.
• Testo: Testo manufactures thermal imagers, combustion analyzers, and visual inspection instruments for industrial, HVAC, and automotive applications. It overlaps with Inspectron in thermal imaging and connected diagnostic tools for field service technicians.

Emerging players

• Seek Thermal: Seek Thermal makes compact thermal imaging cameras and smartphone-connected inspection devices. It is an emerging player competing in the same mobile/connected thermal inspection segment as Inspectron's Thermal Camera offering.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Power Tools: Bosch Power Tools sells a wide range of inspection cameras and connected diagnostic tools to trades and automotive professionals. It is a broad incumbent competitor and possible OEM partner in the inspection category, with a much larger portfolio than Inspectron.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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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