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MERLIC – your easy-to-use machine vision software

MVTec MERLIC is a no-code software for industrial machine vision. With MERLIC, complete machine vision applications can be created quickly and intuitively – without programming. The software combines MVTec’s many years of machine vision expertise with reliability, performance, and a clear, image-centered operating concept.

MERLIC supports the entire workflow of a vision application and helps significantly reduce development time from initial setup to productive operation.

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Your Advantages When Using MERLIC

Machine Vision Applications Without Programming

MVTec MERLIC enables the configuration of image processing applications without code by combining and configuring standardized tools. The image-centered interface allows parameters and processing steps to be set directly on the image, making development clear, traceable, and easily verifiable.

All-in-one software – from development to runtime operation

MERLIC follows an all-in-one approach, covering image acquisition, image processing and analysis, integrated communication interfaces, and result visualization in a single environment. With support for common industry standards and various hardware types, applications can be developed, deployed, and operated without the need to switch between different systems.

Deep learning and rule-based image processing

MVTec MERLIC combines modern deep learning methods with rule-based image processing, covering tasks such as classification, measurement and counting, inspection and testing, OCR, barcode and 2D code reading (matrix codes), position determination, and 3D vision based on height maps. Depending on the method and license, deep learning models can be seamlessly integrated into MERLIC applications.

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Features & Tools

Learn more about the image processing features and tools that support the entire workflow – from central image processing and the development of new functions to tool development and platform compatibility.

Features & Tools

Documentation

Here you will find manuals, installation guides, and release notes to assist you in your daily work with MERLIC and help you get the most out of the software.

Editions & Licensing

Find out how MERLIC is available, how the different editions are structured, and which licensing model fits your technical and organizational requirements best.

Editions & Licensing

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MERLIC 26.03 Webinar – New features

Learn all about MVTec MERLIC 26.03 in this webinar presented by Ulf Schulmeyer (MERLIC Product Manager) and Florian Aumeier (Application Engineer).

On-demand Webinar

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MERLIC 5.8 Webinar: New features

Learn all about MVTec MERLIC 5.8 in this webinar presented by Ulf Schulmeyer (MERLIC Product Manager) and David Hadlich (Application Engineer).

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MERLIC 5.7 Webinar: New features

Learn all about MVTec MERLIC 5.7 in this webinar presented by Ulf Schulmeyer (MERLIC Product Manager) and Xin Jin (Application Engineer).

On-demand Webinar

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MERLIC 5.6 webinar: easier process integration, live demos and useful tip & tricks

Learn all about MVTec MERLIC 5.6 in this webinar presented by Ulf Schulmeyer (MERLIC Product Manager) and Xin Jin (Application Engineer).

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Configuring image sources with the Image Source Manager (MVTec MERLIC)

In this tutorial, you will learn how to use MVTec MERLIC’s Image Source Manager (ISM).

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Global Context Anomaly Detection with MVTec MERLIC

In this tutorial, you will learn how to use MVTec MERLIC’s “Detect Anomalies in the Global Context”-Tool, which features MVTec’s state of the art technology Global Context Anomaly Detection. This tool allows MERLIC users to detect logical and structu…

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Quality Control with Deep OCR from MERLIC

Deep OCR is a holistic deep-learning-based approach for OCR. This new technology brings machine vision one step closer to human reading.

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Optimize Quality Control with MERLIC 5

Incorrectly packed toast packages lead to disruptions in the production process. Find out how this challenge was solved with MERLIC 5.

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Deep OCR with MVTec MERLIC

In this tutorial, we show how we use MVTec MERLIC’s “Read Text and Numbers with Deep Learning” tool to apply Deep OCR, visualize results, and improve processing time.

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Deep learning classification with MVTec MERLIC

In this tutorial, you will learn how to use MVTec MERLIC’s new “Classify Image”-Tool together with the Deep Learning Tool.

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Deep learning anomaly detection with MVTec MERLIC

In this tutorial, we show how to use MVTec MERLIC’s deep-learning “Detect Anomalies” tool to inspect glass bottles for local defects using only a few good samples.

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Farming machinery – efficient plant protection with machine vision

We show how farming machinery uses MVTec machine vision and multispectral image acquisition to detect weeds in real time and spray herbicide only where needed.

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Embedded Vision

HALCON

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Automated monitoring and harvesting with MVTec

The automation of processes in greenhouses using machine vision technologies makes it possible to better meet the increasing demand and requirements for quality, hygiene, and food safety.

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Embedded Vision

HALCON

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MERLIC Feature Preview – anomaly detection

In this video, we show how MVTec MERLIC uses deep-learning-based anomaly detection to inspect PCBs for defects – with only good samples and no programming.

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What is MERLIC?

MVTec MERLIC is an all-in-one software product for quickly building machine vision applications without programming.

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Process integration with MVTec MERLIC

Handle small batches fast: MERLIC recipes let the PLC reconfigure or switch vision apps on demand.

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Deep-learning-based OCR in action – MVTec MERLIC

Read use-by dates with MERLIC’s deep-learning text tool on standard IPC, camera, and PLC—end-to-end and ready for industry.

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Deep-learning-based OCR with MVTec MERLIC

In this video, we show how MVTec MERLIC uses Deep OCR with pre-trained features and large labeled datasets to reliably read new text and number data.

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Bottle Inspection with MVTec MERLIC

See how MERLIC inspects bottles reliably. This tutorial shows setup, lighting, and vision logic for automated bottle quality checks.

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Calibrated Measurement with MVTec MERLIC

Need precise measurements or distortion-free images? Learn how to calibrate your camera in MERLIC using a simple calibration plate.

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Alignment with MVTec MERLIC

In this tutorial, we show how we use MVTec MERLIC’s alignment tools to automatically align moving parts, enabling robust positioning and precise measurements.

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MVTec Frontend Designer – Interactive Frontend

Build in MERLIC Backend, design in MERLIC Designer: create interactive frontends and tune parameters live for scratch detection on metal.

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MERLIC - easyTouch

With easyTouch in MVTec MERLIC, we show how we simply hover to detect, align, measure, or read text – making machine vision setup fast and intuitive.

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MERLIC – create an application in five minutes

In this tutorial, we show how we use MVTec MERLIC to detect missing fuses on a PCB in just a few minutes – easy to follow along with the free trial version.

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MVTec MERLIC frontend designer – basics

MVTec MERLIC Designer: Create your own frontend for machine vision applications in just a few steps—interactive, customizable, and easy to use.

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Meet MERLIC – a new generation of vision software

All-in-one and code-free: MERLIC pairs MVTec expertise with easyTouch for speed, reliability, and cost savings.

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