PROJECTED AUGMENTED REALITY WORK INSTRUCTION PLATFORM
AR that empowers workforce productivity
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Elevate Quality, Throughput, and Productivity with LightGuide’s Patented Projected AR Work Instruction Platform
LightGuide’s AI-enabled augmented reality (AR) software transforms manual processes by projecting digital step-by-step AR work instructions onto an employee’s work surface, standardizing and error-proofing the work. Coupled with AI-driven vision systems and 3D sensors, it proactively prevents and detects errors in real time while capturing data and insights on your operator’s performance and quality.
Projection-Based AR Guidance
Eliminate defects and maximize efficiency with AI-driven visual AR workflows. LightGuide’s Projection AR delivers high-impact, high-resolution, hands-free guidance—adapting dynamically to operator actions for real-time precision.
Confirmation and Error Prevention
Powered by AI-driven vision systems, our platform integrates 3D sensors and smart cameras to detect and prevent errors in real time—ensuring no-fault-forward quality and continuous process optimization.
Real-time Analytics and Insights
Capture real-time operational metrics for full digital traceability in complex manufacturing processes. LightGuide’s Data Hub leverages AI-powered analytics to uncover trends, optimize performance, and seamlessly interface with enterprise cloud platforms.
See LightGuide AR Work Instructions in Action
LightGuide digital work instructions help businesses overcome their most complex manufacturing and operational challenges by automating complex manual processes.
AI-Driven Precision & Productivity
LightGuide combines AI-powered vision, analytics, and adaptive workflows to enhance quality, efficiency, and real-time decision-making. From automated error detection to intelligent AR guidance, our platform seamlessly integrates with industry-leading AI and cloud solutions to optimize every step of your operation.
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Zero Defect Manufacturing Made Simple
Easily configured, customized, and programmed by your team, LightGuide digitizes complex frontline processes and replaces paper or monitor-based work instructions with projected AR work instructions. It connects seamlessly with your existing factory systems using pre-built digital connectors to hundreds of different MES, PLC, torque tools, cameras, and sensors.
LightGuide Digital Work Instructions: Proven Results
- 90%+ Quality Improvement
- 70%+ Training Efficiency
- 50%+ Productivity Increase
AR Work Instructions for Every Application
From small form factor training to complex, multi-station workcell assembly, there is a LightGuide digital work instruction solution for virtually any application.
LightGuide smartAR™ Desktop
The smartAR Desktop is an all-in-one system for AR work instructions, training and more.
LightGuide smartAR™ Workstation
The smartAR Workstation is an industrial-grade AR system for error-free assembly, inspection and training.
LightGuide smartAR™ Workcell
The smartAR Workcell is a scalable platform supporting the largest and most complex manual industrial applications.
LightGuide SpotGuideAR™ Augmented Reality Warehouse System
LightGuide SpotGuideAR is a comprehensive augmented reality (AR) system designed specifically for material handling. It utilizes dynamic, programmable spotlight projectors that integrate seamlessly with factory interfaces and warehouse management systems.
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Discover How AR is Reshaping Industrial Processes
Your Guide to AR Applications on the Factory Floor
Not all types of augmented reality are created equal. Use this guide to discover which type of industrial AR is best suited for your factory application, learn from real-world case studies, and more.
Your Guide to AR Applications in Warehousing & Logistics
Use AR technology to bring “the warehouse of the future” into the present. Explore real-world use cases and more when you download our guide to Augmented Reality in the Smart Warehouse.
Featured Customer Case Studies
Aerospace & Defense Manufacturer Eliminates Defects with AR
L3Harris relies on the highest standards of quality and reliability. By implementing LightGuide AR work instructions on a complex line with 17 product variants, the company eliminated both defects and changeover time per variant.
Tech Insurance Company Transforms Electronics Repair Processes with AR
Using projected AR, this company was able to reduce complexity and standardize repair processes by digitizing workflows and providing technicians with precise visual guidance.
EV Manufacturer Adopts AR Work Instructions
Lightning eMotors, a leader in EV manufacturing and fleet electrification, decreased cycle time by up to 50% and reduced training time by 75% using LightGuide AR work instructions.
What our Customers are Saying
Testimonials
"[LightGuide] reduces the reliance on operator memory – also known as “cognitive ergonomics” – effectively turning a complex process with multiple steps into a series of simple processes with single steps."
Discover More Industrial Augmented Reality Resources
Digital Work Instructions Explained: The Ultimate Guide
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The Future of Electronics Repair: How AR is Transforming Tech Support
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Ready to Put the Power of AR Work Instructions to Work for You?
Connect with our team to see how LightGuide digital work instructions can transform your operations.