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This section provides an overview for industrial endoscopes as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 19 industrial endoscope manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked industrial endoscope companies as of December, 2024: 1.Lowell Corporation, 2.SKF, 3.Titan Tool Supply, Inc..
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An industrial endoscope is an instrument that allows observation of areas that cannot be seen with the naked eye, such as narrow spaces and winding pipes.
A camera is attached to the end of a long, thin probe. The camera is positioned on the part to be observed, and the inside of the part can be observed through the eyepiece, or images can be projected on a main monitor or PC for real-time observation of the inside of the part.
It is necessary to select an appropriate endoscope depending on the observation target, application, and operating environment, such as resolution, depth of focus, length of the probe and main unit, flexibility of the probe, number of light sources, and operable temperature range. There is also a function that allows video images to be recorded, which is useful for later confirmation and data management.
Furthermore, recent models of industrial endoscopes are equipped with a high-performance camera and LED light, which can provide clearer images.
Industrial endoscopes are widely used in industrial fields, such as automobiles, aircraft, power plants, and infrastructure, such as gas and water supply.
Internal inspection of engines, hydraulic parts, injection nozzles, turbines, etc.
Maintenance and inspection of condensers, piping, turbines, etc. in nuclear and thermal power plants
Civil engineering and construction
Maintenance of bridges, diagnosis of steel frames, observation of under floors and ceilings, etc.
Infrastructure
Inspection of rust, corrosion, blockage, etc. of piping in water and gas facilities
An endoscope consists of three components: an illumination mechanism, a camera, and an image processing function. At the tip of the endoscope, a mirror surface or optical lens is placed, which transmits the image to the camera. An optical fiber cable protected by a rigid tube or flexible sheath is used to transmit light.
Endoscopes are used for nondestructive testing to evaluate the condition of internal components and structures, and images can be displayed in real time during the inspection.
They are extremely difficult to operate and must be operated by technicians with specialized training.
An industrial endoscope consists of a main body and a probe, some of which have a monitor, some of which can be connected to a PC, and some of which look through an eyepiece.
Industrial endoscope types include videoscopes, fiberscopes, and rigid endoscopes.
A small dedicated camera is mounted on the tip of the videoscope’s probe, which enables real-time viewing on a dedicated display, smartphone, or other device. At the same time, still images can be taken, and some can measure the length of the object.
In addition to being waterproof, they can also be used to examine the inside of underwater equipment and piping.
Fiberscopes are mainly used for nondestructive inspection and repair. They are characterized by the use of probes made from thousands to tens of thousands of flexible fibers.
Each fiberglass fiber collects light and provides an image through an eyepiece on the opposite side. Since each glass fiber acts as a camera, the resulting image reflects the shadow of the glass fiber's honeycomb structure.
The image obtained by the objective lens is transmitted by a relay lens. The probe part of the relay lens is a metal tube and cannot be bent. It is characterized by its simple structure and easy operation.
Rigid mirror endoscopes consist of a light source, optical fiber, lens, and camera, and are used in the medical field for surgery, treatment, and observation of lesion sites.
An industrial endoscope is equipped with a variety of useful functions. Some products allow zooming on the monitor, or have a temperature sensor and alarm function at the end of the camera cable.
Others have a hands-free microphone for saving audio and video, an ultra-bright white LED on the tip to set the brightness of the subject as desired, and a flash function using LEDs, making them useful devices for a wide range of applications. This is a convenient device that allows you to choose the functions that best suit your needs.
In addition, many products can output data to a PC or TV monitor, making it possible to share images with multiple people.
Some industrial endoscope products have high heat resistance, which makes them suitable for observing the inside of pipes and machinery. For example, the temperature of automobile engine oil can sometimes greatly exceed 100°C, and it is desirable to use endoscopes with heat resistance of up to 200°C.
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Titan Tool Supply was founded in 1952 and operates out of Buffalo, New York. Titan Tool Supply is a supplier of optical instrumentation for research & development, quality control, and other professional industries. Titan Tool Supply’s product lines include borescopes, microscopes, illumination devices, and micro finishing. Titan Tool Supply also offers video systems and magnetics solutions. Titan Tool Supply offers customers a 10-day approval program that allows customers to trial products in their workplace to verify satisfaction before purchase.
Lowell Corporation, based in West Boylston, Massachusetts, is a manufacturer of mechanical hand tools since 1869. The company specializes in providing a range of standard and custom-designed tools that incorporate their renowned ratchet technology. Their product lineup, including ratchet arms, ratchet clutches, socket wrenches, roller clutches, and related items, which are made in the USA. Lowell Corporation places a strong emphasis on the significance of utilizing appropriate tools and well-designed machinery to achieve maximum productivity and performance in work environments.
Mile-X Equipment, Inc., founded in 1979 and located in Coldwater, Ohio, USA, is a manufacturer of automotive and industrial equipment. The product offerings include automotive service equipment, such as tire changers, wheel balancers, and automotive lifts, along with industrial equipment like shop presses and oil filter crushers. These products are designed to improve efficiency, productivity, and safety in automotive repair shops, industrial facilities, and manufacturing plants. The solutions find applications across various industries, including automotive repair, heavy equipment maintenance, metalworking, and manufacturing.
Versamatic, established in 1983 with headquarters in the USA, is a manufacturer of industrial-grade AODD (air-operated double-diaphragm) pumps, parts, and accessories. The company's products include FDA-compliant sanitary pumps, solids-pumping pumps, high-pressure diaphragm pumps, and portable centrifugal pumps. The company's parts and accessories include surge suppressors, air filters, air regulators, liquid level controllers, and leak detectors. Its performance AODD pumps are used in various applications in chemical processing plants, water treatment plants, sewage plants, and industries that include mining, marine, pharmaceutical, and oil and gas.
Wöhler Technik GmbH, established in 1932 and based in Bad Wünnenberg, Germany, is a manufacturer of measurement instruments. The company produces products such as gas analyzers, soots, inspection cameras, pipe cleaning devices, and temperature-measuring equipment. Apart from this, the company also produces measuring, inspection, and cleaning equipment for building services. Plumbers, chimney sweeps, and installers use the tools manufactured by the company. The company has five subsidiaries in different locations, such as France, the Czech Republic, Austria, Italy, and the Netherlands.
Shenzhen Yateks Co. Ltd., established in 2003 and located in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, is a manufacturer of industrial non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment. Certified with ISO 9001, the company offers industrial endoscopes, including electromagnetic endoscopes, infrared anti-terrorist borescopes, and analytical ferrographs, serving industries like the aviation, automotive, and chemical sectors. It also supplies veterinary endoscopes for pet hospitals, commonly used in cystoscopy, gastroscopy, and laryngoscopy procedures. It further offers oil analysis equipment for engine, lube, and motor oil. The company has established representative offices in Korea and Europe to support international customers in regions such as the United States, Canada, and Japan.
Olympus is a manufacturer of advanced image, microscopy, and medical equipment. The company was founded in 1919 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company’s extensive product portfolio includes cutting-edge cameras, lenses, endoscopes, and scientific instruments that have revolutionized businessess and healthcare worldwide. The company combines state-of-the-art technology with unrivalled expertise, setting buisness standards for quality and performance. Olympus empower professionals and enthusiasts alike to capture, visualize, and analyze the world in new and transformative ways.
SKF UK is the British division of SKF, originally founded in 1907 and headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. SKF designs, develops, and manufacturers bearings, seals, lubrication systems, and services worldwide, with industrial and automotive segments, providing solutions for industries including aerospace, agriculture, transportation, food and beverage, general machinery, material handling, mining, energy, paper, and wind energy. SKF UK offers rolling bearings, mounted bearings, automotive seals, lubrication management, vehicle aftermarket services, waste electric products, and electronic equipment products as well as services including maintenance, remanufacturing, customization, and training.
SPI Engineering, founded in 2006, is a manufacturer and supplier of electronic, precision, and medical equipment. Their main focus is on creating innovative products that provide greater convenience and comfort to users. SPI Engineering uses technology that has been around for years and innovative ideas that can be further refined and enhanced. Their product line includes industrial endoscopes, cameras, monitors, and attachments that make the impossible possible and provide greater convenience and comfort to users.
REMS is a developer and manufacturer of pipe working tools and machines, founded in 1909 and headquartered in Waiblingen, Germany. The company offers threading, roll-grooving, and sawing machines, along with cutting, chamfering, deburring, assembling, and testing tools. It also provides press tools, soldering and brazing tools, and freezing equipment for assembling pipes and fittings. The company adheres to ISO and European standards. It has more than 20,000 trade partners in Europe, catering to the pipe-working sector.
Baker Hughes Co. (BHC) is an American service provider and manufacturer of industrial oilfield equipment that was established in 1987 following the merger of Baker International and Hughes Tool Company. Based in Houston, Texas, the company produces several categories of oilfield products including drilling equipment, pipe and subsea production systems, generators, and storage systems. It also offers process control components and actuators such as pumps, valves and regulators. BHC provides various services for oilfield and liquefied natural gas (LNG) operations, including regasification, well construction, transportation, and storage.
Micro-Epsilon was originally founded in Osaka and Micro-Epsilon America was founded in 1998, headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Micro-Epsilon develops, manufactures, and distributes sensors to aerospace, battery production, glass production, wind power, precision optics, medical technology, transportation, semiconductor, and other industries. Micro-Epsilon’s sensor product categories include inductive, capacitive, laser, confocal, laser distance, magneto-inductive, draw-wire, rotation speed, color, paint thickness measurement, and fiber optic sensors in addition to interferometers and other sensor equipment.
Danatronics Corporation is a manufacturer of non-destructive testing equipment and related products established in Danvers, Massachusetts, USA, in 2006. The company’s products include ultrasonic flaw detectors for characterizing defects such as voids or porosity, ultrasonic thickness gauges for measuring the thickness of active materials or composites, and video inspection equipment for hard to reach places such as tubes or cavities. The company’s products are used across the defense, energy, and aerospace industries.
PCE Instruments UK Ltd., started in 199 and headquartered in Manchester, UK, is a manufacturer and supplier of test instruments, equipment, and tools for weighing, measuring, and control systems. The company offers more than 500 test equipment, including analyzers, inspection cameras, meters, detectors, and sensors, with applications in various fields like data acquisition, electrical engineering, environmental science, building inspection, and food processing. Its manufacturing and development division is ISO 9001 certified, all its test instruments, equipment, and tools are factory calibrated, and the company also provides services for custom test instrument design, installation, and maintenance.
PeakTech Prüf- und Messtechnik GmbH, established in 1957 and based in Ahrensburg, Germany, is a manufacturer and supplier of electronic measurement technology. The company's product portfolio includes multimeters, voltage testers, thermal imaging cameras, isolating transformers, and sound level meters, as well as calibrators. These products are applied in various industries, including electrical engineering, environmental monitoring, aviation, telecommunications, and research and development. The company provides customer services, including technical support, repair, service requests, and product development.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SKF |
12.1%
|
| 2 | Lowell Corporation |
10.4%
|
| 3 | Titan Tool Supply, Inc. |
8.5%
|
| 4 | SPI ENGINEERING Co.,Ltd |
7.8%
|
| 5 | Versamatic |
7.1%
|
| 6 | Wöhler Technik GmbH |
6.8%
|
| 7 | Olympus UK & Ireland |
6.3%
|
| 8 | Mile-X Equipment, Inc. |
5.6%
|
| 9 | REMS |
5.1%
|
| 10 | PCE Instruments UK Ltd |
4.9%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the industrial endoscope page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
|
4 | 36.4% |
|
United Kingdom
|
2 | 18.2% |
|
Japan
|
2 | 18.2% |
|
Germany
|
1 | 9.1% |
|
China
|
1 | 9.1% |
|
Sweden
|
1 | 9.1% |
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