About us
IDS stands for high-performance, easy to handle USB, GigE and 3D cameras with a great range of sensors and variants. With IDS NXT, we present an image processing platform with artificial intelligence - unlimited possibilities for applications of the future.
IDS is a leading image processing company
We have been developing and producing products for industrial image processing since 1997. With technological foresight and a keen sense for future developments, we recognize the signs of the times. We consistently adapt key future technologies from the consumer world to make them suitable for industrial use: IDS made the USB interface industry-compatible for the camera sector. With our latest innovation IDS NXT, the complete system for the use of intelligent cameras, we want to make it easier to access AI-based image processing.
A total of three different product lines enable a limitless application spectrum in equipment, plant, and mechanical engineering as well as in non-industrial areas such as medical technology, agriculture or logistics.
IDS at a glance
Our memberships
IDS is proud to be actively engaged in various cross-regional partnerships, boasting a vast network. As a leading industrial camera manufacturer and image processing company, we see ourselves as a promoter of innovation. For research purposes and new ideas, we provide our technology and share our expertise within working groups. Our headquarters are located in the midst of one of the most exciting locations in Europe, the AI Region Heilbronn. There, a unique community for artificial intelligence is emerging with the IPAI and numerous exciting institutions and startups.
StartupCity Heilbronn
As a corporate partner, IDS is deeply integrated into the StartupCity Heilbronn, Germany. This platform brings together founders, investors and business partners in the economic region of Heilbronn, forming a unique network. In this dynamic environment, we promote exchange, create collaboration opportunities, and participate jointly in events such as Slush'D Startup festival or the Startup BW Summit.
German Association for Quality (DGQ)
As the central German quality association, the DGQ is the first point of contact for quality, quality management and quality assurance. Our membership enables us to constantly exchange information on current and future topics. Through the B2B marketplace visionpier, which provides many applications related to quality assurance, we have valuable synergies for joint events.
German AI Association
The German AI Association connects the most innovative AI and deep tech companies with established business and politics. With over 400 members, including IDS, it forms the largest AI network in Germany. The goal of the German AI Association is an active, successful and sustainable AI ecosystem in Germany and Europe.
bwcon
Baden-Württemberg's high-tech network, consisting of over 700 members, establishes cross-industry connections between startups, corporates and investors. In addition to educational opportunities on current trends, bwcon offers a wide range of working groups on relevant high-tech topics. This also includes the Blue Ocean Group, an innovation group of innovation managers from southern Germany, in which the IDS Business Innovation Team also participates.
BadenCampus
The platform offers high-quality innovation services for future-proof products and solutions in a dynamic ecosystem with access to expertise, new ideas and inspiring personalities. IDS learns about the latest innovations at startup pitches, engages as a mentor on site and takes part in programmes relating to AI and image processing.
Swiss Smart Factory
The Swiss Smart Factory (SSF) at the Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne is the first model factory for Industry 4.0 in Switzerland. The focus is on innovations that contribute to maintaining and expanding the competitiveness of Swiss industry. In the Smart Factory, visitors can not only admire the transparent production of a drone but also experience IDS cameras as an integral part of the network.
VDMA
IDS is a member of VDMA (German Engineering Federation), the largest industry association in Europe with over 3100 companies represented in the capital goods industry. IDS is also active in various networks, including the Startup-Machine platform, which brings together mechanical engineering and startups.
Blue Competence
We are a partner of the Blue Competence sustainability initiative. Blue Competence is an initiative of the VDMA to promote sustainability in mechanical and plant engineering and to raise awareness of sustainable solutions within the industry. We commit ourselves to complying with the 12 sustainability principles of the mechanical and plant engineering industry.
BVMW
The German Association for Small and Medium-sized Businesses is the largest, voluntarily organised and cross-industry association of German SMEs in Germany.
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