SICK, a leader in sensor-based solutions, and Aicadium, a trailblazer in AI-driven computer vision technology, have announced a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop and market advanced AI solutions for industrial customers across Singapore and Southeast Asia.

The partnership aims to merge SICK’s robust sensor technology with Aicadium’s cutting-edge AI capabilities to tackle the most pressing challenges in industrial and commercial settings. This strategic alliance is expected to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and productivity through innovative visual inspection solutions.

“This collaboration between SICK and Aicadium brings together the best of industrial sensor technology, domain and application knowledge of SICK, as well as the advanced AI knowhow and technologies of Aicadium to develop new solutions to solve challenging applications in the market. We are thrilled and excited about this partnership.” Michael Goh, Managing Director, SICK Pte Ltd, Singapore.

The collaboration will focus on the development of custom AI solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of businesses in the region. The initiative also aims to identify and leverage emerging trends to address high-impact use cases effectively.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with SICK to deliver computer vision AI to a broad base of industrial customers,” said Kezheng Chong, Senior Director of Business Development at Aicadium. “This partnership comes at the right time to deliver a new class of solutions to visual inspection problems, where the combination of best in class sensors and advanced artificial intelligence enable industrial applications that are not only feasible, but commercially viable.”

Aicadium, with offices in Singapore and San Diego, California, is renowned for its flagship product, Aicadium View, which uses computer vision AI to provide critical insights for industrial workplaces by analyzing video and image data.

The collaboration highlights a shared vision to harness AI and sensor technology to foster a more productive and efficient industrial environment, potentially impacting sectors like manufacturing, transportation, and logistics on a global scale.