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Jim Tatum

Senior Editor
Phone: (410) 348-1488

VSD Senior Editor Jim Tatum has more than 25 years experience in print and digital journalism, covering business/industry/economic development issues, regional and local government/regulatory issues, and more. In 2019, he transitioned from newspapers to business media full time, joining VSD in 2023.

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Fig. 1: Headwall Group CEO Mark Willingham (left) and EVK CEO Matjaz Novak.
Cameras and Accessories

EVK Joins Headwall Group

Acquisition intended to combine resources, fostering expansion in machine vision market worldwide
Jan. 14, 2025
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Cameras and Accessories

Rotor Technologies Developing Giant Ag Drone

Vision systems key to successful operation of giant drone designed for heavy lift agricultural tasks
Jan. 10, 2025
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Imaging Boards and Software

EyeVision Develops Inspection Tool for Fastener Threads

Machine vision software tool designed for easy integration into automated inspection systems.
Dec. 26, 2024
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How Is AI/Machine Learning Impacting Engineering?

AI/ML becoming an important addition to an engineer's toolkit, according to Vision Systems Design's 2024 Salary & Career Survey.
Nov. 26, 2024
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Non-Factory

Engineering is a Great Career. More People Should Get Into It.

Readers share opinions on engineering in VSD's 2024 Salary & Career Survey
Nov. 20, 2024
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Condi Food Develops Hyperspectral Imaging Sorting Solution

Hyperspectral inspection system "sees" and sorts cherry tomatoes by optimal taste.
Oct. 21, 2024
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LYNRED to Acquire New Imaging Technologies

Merger of infrared imaging manufacturers expected to expand product offerings, growth opportunities
Oct. 8, 2024
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Cameras and Accessories

Will Hurricane Helene Negatively Impact Machine Vision?

Machine vision experts share thoughts about recent disaster.
Oct. 7, 2024