Arthur G. Russell (AGR), a machine builder and system integrator with expertise in automated assembly systems, added David L. Dechow as principal vision systems engineer.

Dechow brings more than 35 years of experience in machine vision, computer vision, robotics and industrial automation and is recognized as an industry expert in machine vision integration, automated inspection and vision-guided robotics. He will serve as AGR’s principal corporate resource for vision system development, design and implementation, supporting automation projects across the organization.

Dechow is a frequent presenter at the Automate Show, hosted by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) and has written numerous articles in Control Design, including:

• Machine-vision system integration basics
• 7 keys to integrating machine vision for in-line metrology
• A practical quick start guide for reliable machine vision applications.

Throughout his career, he has designed and integrated hundreds of machine vision systems, advised manufacturers across diverse industries including automotive, medical device, pharmaceutical, logistics, defense, electronics and food & beverage and helped advance the adoption of machine vision technologies throughout industrial automation. His experience includes leadership and technical roles with organizations including FANUC America, Landing AI, Integro Technologies, Motion Automation Intelligence and pioneering machine vision integration companies that he founded and operated.

In addition to his engineering accomplishments, Dechow is a respected educator, author, speaker, and industry advocate. He serves as an instructor for A3’s Certified Vision Professional (CVP) program, has trained hundreds of engineers in machine vision technologies. Dechow was also honored with the Automated Imaging Association Achievement Award, recognition for leadership and contributions to advancing vision and imaging technologies.

“David is one of the most respected and influential leaders in the machine vision industry,” said Dr. Brian Romano, director of technology development at AGR. “His expertise spans machine vision architecture, inspection systems, robotics guidance and emerging AI-driven imaging technologies. Beyond his technical accomplishments, David has spent decades educating engineers and advancing machine vision adoption throughout manufacturing. His addition significantly strengthens AGR’s ability to solve complex automation and inspection challenges for our customers.”

As AGR continues its growth trajectory and investment in advanced automation technologies, Dechow’s expertise further expands the company’s capabilities in machine vision, automated inspection, robotics guidance and AI-enabled manufacturing solutions for customers across North America.

Romano shared his insights on his career, as well as IT-OT convergence, PLC code generation and optimizing large language models, in a one-on-one video interview with Control Design.

You can download and listen to his technical insights on the Control Intelligence podcasts.

Or hear the podcast interview where he shares lessons learned from his 45-year-career.

Arthur G. Russell excels in providing adaptable technology for various industries, whether for small-scale projects that can be scaled up to meet evolving market demands or high-volume productions with feed rates reaching up to 1,800 parts per minute.

Beyond manufacturing automated assembly machines, AGR positions itself as a strategic partner in achieving high overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). The company offers comprehensive support services, including remote assistance, service contracts, maintenance, parts assessment, training, research and development and Industry 4.0 products, with weekly monitoring to ensure optimal performance.