What does 3HLE Automation and Robotics do?

3HLE is a Swiss system integrator specializing in AI visual quality inspection and collaborative robotics. We design, build, and maintain turnkey cells that combine industrial cameras (Sony Image Sensing Solutions partner), deep-learning software (our Retina A.I. suite), and Universal Robots cobots for pharma, automotive, watchmaking, and general manufacturing.

Which Universal Robots cobot model should I choose?

Match cobot to payload, reach, and cycle-time budget. UR3e and UR5e suit benchtop assembly and lab automation (3-5 kg payload). UR10e through UR16e cover machine tending and medium-heavy handling (10-16 kg). UR20 and UR30 handle palletizing and heavy line-side work (20-30 kg). 3HLE is a Swiss UR Certified System Integrator and can size the right model after a 30-minute scoping call.

What is AI visual quality inspection and when is it better than rule-based machine vision?

AI (deep-learning) visual inspection trains a neural network on labeled defect images so the system generalises to part variability that confounds traditional rule-based vision. Use AI for cosmetic defects, surface anomalies, particle detection in liquids, and any inspection where defect appearance varies. Use rule-based vision for measurement, OCR with fixed fonts, and presence/absence checks on uniform parts. 3HLE often combines both in one cell.

Can I use 3HLE deep-learning software with my existing Cognex VisionPro / MVTec HALCON / Adaptive Vision setup?

Yes. Our Retina A.I. suite runs as an inference service that integrates with Cognex VisionPro, MVTec HALCON, OPC-UA-capable PLCs, and any Windows or Linux machine via REST/gRPC. Many of our deployments use Retina alongside an existing vision stack to add deep-learning capability to legacy lines without ripping them out.

What hardware do I need to run deep-learning visual inspection on the line?

A GPU-equipped industrial PC sized to the model and frame rate. Our IVC-7 line carries a single RTX Pro 4000 / 5000 / 6000 Blackwell GPU plus 4 PoE GigE-Vision ports for direct camera attachment. The IVC-5 controller adds 32 GPIOs for line-side signaling. Touch-panel IP65 variants (VCP-21 family) ruggedize HMI for the shop floor. All ship with Windows 10/11 IoT Enterprise LTSC.

Does 3HLE support customers outside Switzerland?

Yes. We serve Switzerland, Germany, France, Austria, Italy and the broader EU. Project delivery is hands-on for sites within ~600 km of Biel/Bienne; remote integration and support are available for further distances.

How long does a typical AI-vision integration take?

From scoping to production hand-off: 6 to 16 weeks. Feasibility study and dataset curation take 2-4 weeks; model training plus integration prototyping 2-6 weeks; line installation and validation 2-6 weeks. Complex multi-station cells or pharma/medtech projects with regulatory documentation can extend to 6 months.

How is 3HLE different from a generic automation integrator?

We focus specifically on the intersection of AI visual inspection and collaborative robotics, and we own the software stack (Retina A.I.). Most automation integrators resell a third-party deep-learning product. Owning the stack means we can tune the model architecture and inference pipeline to the specific defect set, and we offer transparent post-deployment retraining without licensing entanglements.

3HLE — KI-Vision & Universal Robots zertifizierter Integrator

KI-gestützte visuelle Qualitätsprüfung & Automatisierung

We deploy deep learning vision systems and collaborative robots that inspect millions of products 24/7 — from watch components to medical devices — with Swiss precision and global reach.

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"3HLE" Automation & Robotics SA is a Swiss systems integrator and distributor specialised in AI-driven machine vision and industrial automation.

Our team brings 15+ years of hands-on experience in quality control, computer vision, and robotics — deploying solutions for multinational partners and prestigious brands worldwide.