Allan Anderson has been confirmed as the new chairman of the UK Industrial Vision Association (www.ukiva.org).

The managing director of ClearView Imaging, he previously held the position of vice-chairman of UKIVA and now takes the role of chairman for the next two years. Neil Sandhu from Sick (UK) was elected to the position of vice-chairman.

During his time as vice-chairman, Mr Anderson was active in developing the UKIVA Machine Vision Conference and Exhibition (MVC).

He said: “UKIVA recognised the need for an independent machine vision event in the UK, and with the hard work of many people, we have made it a reality.

“We were able to call on the resource and experience of the show team at the Processing & Packaging Machinery Association to create a truly educational event that features a comprehensive technical seminar programme offering content for everyone — from newcomers to experienced vision practitioners — alongside an exhibition that allows delegates to see some of the latest vision technology in action.”

Mr Anderson also paid tribute to outgoing chairman Paul Wilson, who has just completed his four-year cycle as vice-chairman and chairman. “Paul has overseen a significant period of growth for the Association.

“Member numbers have gone up during his tenure and MVC has become established in the vision industry calendar, with the 2019 event promising to be the biggest ever.

“He has also investigated the framework needed to establish an apprenticeship standard for the industry, which will be considered for further action by the Association.”