OCTUM GmbH
About us
We make quality visible – with innovative image processing systems
Welcome to OCTUM, your expert for industrial image processing and optical quality assurance. For many years, we have been developing customized image processing systems that guarantee maximum precision, reliability, and efficiency in production.
Whether in the pharmaceutical industry, medical technology, packaging technology, the automotive sector or many other applications, our solutions ensure product quality, optimize processes, and build trust. Companies worldwide rely on OCTUM systems because we combine technological excellence with partnership-based cooperation.
Our services at a glance
- Development and implementation of innovative image processing systems
- Remanufacturing and service for sustainable use and maximum availability
- Traceable quality assurance across the entire production chain
- Support from planning to commissioning and use
More than a technology supplier
We see ourselves not only as a supplier of systems, but also as a reliable partner at your side. With OCTUM, you get solutions that are precisely tailored to your production requirements – and a team that makes quality visible.
Products
Inspection systems for the pharmaceuticals industry
In the manufacture of pharmaceutical products, there is only one goal: 100% quality. On top of this, extensive specifications from national and international standards, laws and directives must be adhered to. This can only be achieved with absolutely reliable production processes and the automated inspection of pharmaceutical products after every step of the process. As a certified expert in inspection systems for the pharmaceuticals industry, OCTUM can support you with many years of experience, far-reaching expertise and innovative designs in the creation of your inspection systems for the pharmaceuticals industry. Our inspection solutions cover areas including: - Vials - Ampoules - Pre-filled syringes (PFS) - Cartridge inspection - Sealed seam check
Medical technology: Inspection systems – safety with no ifs or buts.
For both medical technology and pharmaceuticals: people’s safety is the top priority. In the production of medical equipment such as syringes, pipettes and containers of medicine, every defective part must be detected and rejected early on. Inspection systems from OCTUM for this sector comply with all the relevant standards, such as GAMP5 and 21 CFR Part 11, and offer manufacturers of medical equipment the necessary peace of mind in the knowledge that only defect-free products will go into circulation. Our inspection solutions cover areas including: - Syringes (glass, plastic) - Pipette tips - Dressing materials - Wells - Cups - Tubs and trays - Plastic bottles - Calibrators - Containers (glass, plastic, metal) - Cleanroom bags - Pharmaceutical film - Dialysis filters - Blood collection tubes - Candle filters
Packaging technology: Efficient packing
Whatever the industry, scarcely any products are offered or delivered without packaging. With our sophisticated and efficient inspection solutions, OCTUM makes sure that packaging is free from defects and its appearance satisfies the manufacturer’s requirements. The recognition and reading of a great variety of codes and characters on the packaging is essential for optimum logistics. Thanks to our many years of experience in packaging technology, OCTUM offers high-performance solutions for a diverse range of tasks in the primary and secondary packaging sector, too. Our inspection solutions cover areas including: - Tubes - Labels - Checks for: - Presence and completeness - Type and colour - Position (pick-and-place) - Labels, print and codes - Contamination - … and a great deal more
Automotive: Safety and quality without compromise
For decades, the automotive industry has been one of the most important pillars of the German economy. Manufacturers can only be competitive and successful in this field if they produce high-quality products using processes that are optimised for efficiency. For years, machine vision systems from OCTUM have been proving themselves as efficient tools for quality assurance and process monitoring in the automotive and parts supply industry. Our systems are designed for industrial use – in the foundry, in body construction, assembly and final assembly. We help you satisfy your customers’ quality criteria and produce defect-free parts. Focus: Automotive Our inspection solutions cover areas including: - Assembly/completeness - Surface inspection - Code verification - Measurement - Robot guidance - Type identification - Position and orientation detection - Non-contact gap measurement - … and a great deal more
Other industries: Many years of experience in a great variety of industries
Our machine vision solutions are used in almost every industry and ensure automated processes and optimised cost effectiveness. OCTUM has accumulated far-reaching experience in many of these sectors, and is very knowledgeable about users’ specific needs. Discover the diverse applications and uses of our systems and how we develop tailor-made solutions for your requirements. Put your trust in our expertise and optimise your processes with OCTUM. Diverse range of applications Made-to-measure machine vision systems: - Metal - Cosmetics - Food and luxury food - Electronics
We see what others overlook
We see what others overlook Quality problems in your production lead to complaints and dissatisfied customers – but it doesn't have to be that way! Are you reluctant to implement quality assurance solutions in your machine yourself? Do you lack the expertise in this complex and safety-relevant area? We ensure that the complexity remains manageable for you, while offering you maximum process reliability. You can trust that your quality standards are in good hands with us – simple, secure, and effective. From problem to efficient solution At OCTUM, every solution is as unique as your production processes. Do you have very specific requirements? Are you concerned that automated quality assurance solutions will not work in your production environment? Our project process begins with a detailed analysis of your requirements and a comprehensive feasibility study. This ensures that all aspects of your quality requirements are covered. From system design and construction to final commissioning, we accompany you every step of the way: We ensure that your customized solution is seamlessly and securely integrated into your process. If a proven standard system is already available for your application, you can benefit from a cost-effective and ready-to-use solution. Either way, our experienced experts are always at your side to provide optimal support for your production with reliable and future-proof quality assurance.
