April 19, 2026 Blog posts   Products

We're proud to announce that the Kowa Rotary Wiper has been officially nominated for the inspect award 2026 in the Vision category - a recognition that highlights innovation, real-world impact, and technological excellence in industrial imaging. Now comes the most important part: your vote.

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Voting is open until September 15, 2026

What Makes the inspect award Special?

The inspect award honors the most innovative products across categories such as Vision, Automation + Control, Artificial Intelligence, and Midsize Company Innovation. Each year, a jury selects the most promising developments, but the final decision is made by the community. This means: engineers, integrators, and industry professionals like you decide which innovation truly stands out. The top three products in each category will be presented at the VISION trade fair in Stuttgart.

The Challenge: Clear Vision in Harsh Environments

In many industrial applications, especially inside machine tools, maintaining a clear camera view is a constant challenge. Oil, coolant, dust, and metal chips quickly contaminate lenses, leading to:

• Reduced image quality
• Interrupted monitoring
• Increased maintenance efforts
• Downtime in critical processes
  
  

Traditional solutions often fall short under these conditions.

The Solution: Kowa Rotary Wiper

The Kowa Rotary Wiper was developed to tackle exactly this problem. This innovative system actively keeps the lens surface clean during operation, ensuring continuous visibility even in the harshest environments.

Key Benefits:

• Reliable monitoring inside machine tools
• Resistance to oil, water, and debris
• Reduced downtime and maintenance
• Consistent image quality for process control

By enabling uninterrupted visual inspection, the Rotary Wiper helps manufacturers improve efficiency, safety, and process reliability.

See You at VISION 2026!

We're looking forward to showcasing our solutions at the VISION trade fair in Stuttgart, where the finalists will be announced. Until then, thank you for your support!

Vote for the Kowa rotary wiper