Orbbec, Basler partnership promises 3D vision solutions for industrial robotics, logistics
On March 25 during LogiMAT 2026, Orbbec announced a technology collaboration with Basler, an international manufacturer of high-quality industrial cameras and a long-standing reference in machine vision. The partnership aims to provide customers worldwide with integrated and scalable industrial 3D vision solutions for demanding automation tasks in robotics and logistics.
The collaboration goes beyond a traditional distribution model. By combining Orbbec’s proprietary chip-level depth sensing technology and in-house manufacturing capabilities with Basler’s expertise in industrial vision, system integration, and global go-to-market, customers benefit from clearly defined, tested, and long-term available solutions within an established industrial ecosystem.
The first concrete outcome of the collaboration is Basler’s Stereo mini product line. Stereo mini delivers a stereo-based 3D vision system from a single source - including camera hardware, tested configurations and accessories, documentation, and integration into the Basler pylon SDK. The system is designed for perception tasks in logistics and automation, including navigation, obstacle detection, and general robotics applications.
“Basler's industrial expertise and global reach make them the right partner for scaling 3D vision in demanding automation markets," said Orbbec Vice President of Sales Mike McSweeney. "Our vertically integrated manufacturing and on-chip depth sensing enable us to deliver industrial-grade stereo solutions with the price-performance and long-term availability that Basler's customers require.”
Basler Executive Director Business Management René von Fintel said, "With Orbbec as our technology partner, we are specifically strengthening our 3D portfolio. With the Basler Stereo mini camera, we are expanding our range of solutions in the field of navigation, obstacle detection, and environment mapping for autonomous mobile robots. The Basler Stereo Mini is also well suited for general 3D applications where price-performance and small size are important factors."
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