Two days of innovation, technology and international networking at NEC Birmingham, showcasing Video Systems' expertise in Machine Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Robotic Inspection.

Video Systems participated in Advanced Engineering UK 2026, held on 4–5 November at NEC Birmingham, one of the United Kingdom's leading exhibitions dedicated to advanced engineering, manufacturing technologies and industrial innovation.

The event represented an important opportunity to strengthen our presence in the UK market, connect with industry professionals and introduce our advanced inspection technologies to companies operating in highly demanding manufacturing environments.

At Hall 3/3a, Stand P158, Video Systems presented its expertise in Machine Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, with particular emphasis on APICUS® – Intelligent Robotic Inspection, our solution developed to address the challenges of automated inspection on complex surfaces and geometries.

Aerospace: A Strategic Sector for Video Systems

The aerospace industry represents a strategic area of development for Video Systems, where increasingly complex components, stringent quality requirements and demanding manufacturing processes call for highly reliable and adaptable inspection technologies.

As aerospace manufacturing continues to evolve, the ability to inspect complex geometries, identify surface defects and transform inspection results into actionable information becomes increasingly important.

Video Systems addresses these challenges by combining over 30 years of industrial Machine Vision experience with advanced Artificial Intelligence and intelligent robotic inspection technologies.

Our approach supports manufacturers in improving inspection processes, increasing quality consistency and progressing towards Zero Defect Manufacturing.

APICUS®: From Visual Inspection to Decision Intelligence

A central focus of our participation was APICUS®, an intelligent robotic inspection solution designed for complex industrial components, particularly in aerospace and precision manufacturing.

APICUS® integrates Robotics, Machine Vision and Artificial Intelligence to support the inspection of challenging surfaces and geometries.

Working directly from a component's 3D CAD model, the system enables engineers to define inspection requirements on the geometry, automatically deriving robotic inspection paths and image acquisition strategies.

Through integration with Ingenium®, Video Systems' industrial vision and AI platform, APICUS® goes beyond traditional defect detection, transforming inspection data into valuable information to support quality-related decisions.

This approach reflects our vision of industrial quality control: moving beyond simply identifying defects towards smarter, more efficient and data-driven inspection processes.

Building Connections in the UK Market

Representing Video Systems at Advanced Engineering 2026 were Alessandro Liani, Jacopo Zoratti, Fabio Ortolano and Sofia Mancini, accompanied by Elisabetta Vignando, our UK Market Consultant.

Throughout the two-day exhibition, our delegation had the opportunity to engage with professionals, companies and technology specialists from across the engineering and manufacturing sectors.

These exchanges provided valuable opportunities to discuss emerging inspection challenges, explore potential collaborations and strengthen relationships within the British industrial ecosystem.

For Video Systems, participation in international events such as Advanced Engineering is an essential part of our strategy to bring innovative inspection solutions closer to manufacturers and expand our presence in strategic industrial markets.

An Evening Celebrating Innovation: Composites UK Awards Dinner 2026

Alongside the exhibition, our delegation also attended the Composites UK Awards Dinner 2026, held on 4 November at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull.

The event brought together members of the composites industry for an evening dedicated to recognising innovation, excellence and achievements across the sector.

It was a further opportunity to connect with the wider engineering community and strengthen professional relationships in an international setting.

Continuing Our Commitment to Intelligent Manufacturing

Our participation in Advanced Engineering UK 2026 reinforces Video Systems' commitment to developing advanced inspection technologies for industries where precision, reliability and manufacturing quality are essential.

With more than 8,000 systems installed across 48 countries, we continue to combine extensive industrial experience with innovative Machine Vision, AI and Robotics technologies to address the evolving needs of modern manufacturing.

The aerospace sector will remain a key focus of this development, alongside our ongoing work across other high-value industrial applications.

We would like to thank everyone who visited our stand, met our team and shared their perspectives with us during Advanced Engineering 2026.

We look forward to continuing these conversations and exploring new opportunities for collaboration.

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