OMRON has introduced a human detection camera module designed to improve safety in cleanroom automation environments. The HVC-P2 B5T-007003 module is pre-trained to detect operators wearing protective cleanroom clothing in semiconductor and pharmaceutical facilities.
OMRON human detection camera module tailored for cleanroom PPE
The new HVC-P2 B5T-007003 combines compact camera hardware with embedded algorithms trained to recognise human body characteristics when obscured by specialised personal protective equipment (PPE). The module is intended for integration into automated machinery where conventional pose-estimation systems may struggle.
According to OMRON, cleanroom garments can distort body geometry, reducing the reliability of standard vision-based safety systems. The new module aims to address this limitation through pre-trained AI models deployed at the edge.
Edge-based detection supports safety interlocks
The module generates a detection signal that enables central machine controllers to prioritise safe operating modes when personnel are nearby. Raw camera images can also be accessed for supervisory review where required.
The system is designed for use in semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, food processing, and other cleanroom environments where operator safety and contamination control are critical.
Flexible integration for system builders
The HVC-P2 B5T-007003 is available with two lens options, offering 50° and 90° fields of view. Designers can position cameras vertically or at oblique angles, including multi-camera configurations, depending on layout and detection requirements.
A flexible printed circuit connection allows easier installation within confined equipment spaces. The board includes USB connectivity for configuration via PC, supported by dedicated GUI software, drivers and sample code.
Applications in pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturing
As automation increases across regulated manufacturing environments, reliable human detection is becoming central to safe machine operation. Systems deployed in pharmaceutical and life sciences facilities must balance safety, data privacy and real-time responsiveness.
Further information is available on the OMRON Human Detection Module page and the OMRON Electronic Components Europe website. Related coverage can be found in the Life Sciences Global News Laboratory Science & Tools section.
