Let smart manufacturing start with algorithms
An irregularly shaped piece of leather is photographed, its contours recognized, and intelligently arranged. Every inch of area is optimally utilized.This is the daily life of Lishou Information: turning materials from waste into value.
As the digital transformation of the manufacturing industry continues to deepen, how to find a balance between cost pressure and efficiency improvement has become a key issue of widespread concern in the industry. Especially in industries such as textiles, leather, furniture, automotive interiors, and PCB that are highly dependent on precise layout and material utilization, the importance of capabilities such as intelligent layout, visual positioning, and digital warehousing has become increasingly prominent.
In the context of industrial upgrading,Shanghai Lishou Information Technology Co., Ltd.With its long-term accumulation in the fields of complex algorithms, automatic nesting systems and machine vision, it is becoming an important technical partner for more and more equipment manufacturers and processing companies. Its PINT series of marking software, virtual warehouse systems and multi-industry customized solutions,It is promoting the industry's leap from "automation" to "intelligence".
This article will give you a quick understanding of how this technology company has been deeply involved in the digitalization process of the industry over the past decade and continues to provide technological momentum with "visible results" for the manufacturing side.
Company introduction
Lishou InfoTech
Shanghai Lishou Information Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Lishou Information") was established in 2010.It is a high-tech enterprise based on complex scientific computing and core algorithm research and development.The company is headquartered in Shanghai, and the core team is composed of graduate students from the Department of Mathematics of Fudan University. They have a profound theoretical foundation and more than ten years of practical experience in the fields of mathematical modeling, algorithm research, and automation software development.
Since its establishment, Lishou Information has always been committed to improving the automation level of various industries, focusing on the research and development and application of core technologies such as automated layout, CAD-aided design, machine vision, and image processing. The company not only established an independent algorithm research platform, but also successfully transformed a number of advanced technological achievements into a series of mature software products.It provides efficient and intelligent solutions for manufacturing, textile, printing, electronics and other industries.
Business introduction and business scope
Lishou InfoTech
The business scope of Lishou Information mainly focuses on itsCore algorithmandsoftware technologyExpand to provide all-round support from software development, technical services to overall solutions. Now Lishou Information's products are widely used in clothing, shoes and hats, bedding (mattresses, pillows, etc.), automotive supplies (seats, seat covers, foot pads, etc.), furniture (sofa sponges, leather, cloth, wood, etc.), PCB production, warehouse management and other processing and production industries. They have been widely used in well-known domestic and foreign companies such as Nantong Makino Machinery Co., Ltd., Shanghai Qinghe Technology Information Technology Co., Ltd., WTS INDUSTRIAL COMPANY and other companies.
01 · PINT automatic nesting series software
The PINT automatic layout system is the company's flagship product line. It provides specialized versions for different industries and application scenarios, aiming to solve the problem of irregular graphic layout optimization and maximize material utilization.
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PINT leather version:Designed specifically for the leather industry, it supports capturing the outline of leather through an ordinary camera, automatically extracting and performing intelligent layout calculations, effectively dealing with the challenges of irregular shapes and many defects in genuine leather materials.
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PINT path version:For special materials such as sponges and foam materials, special path calculation functions and segmented discharge calculations are provided to optimize the cutting path and improve processing efficiency.
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PINT print version:Provide an overall solution from image printing and typesetting to corresponding cutting, seamlessly integrating printing and subsequent cutting processes.
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PINT trademark, patch embroidery camera positioning and cutting system:Use the camera to capture the position of the trademark or embroidery piece, automatically correct it and perform precise cutting.
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PCB typesetting business:The core 2D path optimization and layout algorithm was successfully applied to the electronics manufacturing industry, and PCB layout solutions were launched. The program supports the following:
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Supports a variable number of Cobon and board edge graphics (positioning holes, positioning points) to move within any range;
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Supports the movement constraints of Cobon and board edge graphics (positioning holes, positioning points) within a limited range;
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Supports the restriction of movement of the cross copper bar within a limited range;
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Supports the constraints of symmetrical movement of 2 Cobon axes;
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Supports the constraints of symmetrical movement of 4 Colbon centers.
This PCB layout algorithm has been deeply recognized and verified by Shennan Circuit Co., Ltd. (SCC), a leading company in the industry.
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PINT cutting machine projection positioning system:Through projection technology, the cutting graphics are directly projected onto the material to achieve visual, high-precision positioning and cutting.
02 · Development of host computer for automatic control system
The company provides host computer development for automatic control systems in multiple industries, mainly providing user-friendly interfaces and complex data processing capabilities, as well as high-complexity control logic. In addition to basic equipment control logic, the system can also integrate functions such as path calculation, multi-machine synchronization, and task scheduling.
03·Visual positioning and calculation library
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XPos cutting machine vision positioning system:A universal visual positioning system that can be widely used in various cutting machines to improve processing accuracy.
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Fisheye lens transformation calculation library:Used in car parking assistance systems to provide high-precision fisheye lens image correction and transformation algorithms.
04 · Computer embroidery-aided design software
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OpenES： Design software specially used for sequin embroidery (a special embroidery process), which simplifies the design process of complex processes.
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OpenEMB： Computer embroidery design software that supports automatic image conversion can quickly convert ordinary pictures into stitch files that can be used on embroidery machines.
05·Virtual warehouse
Relying on powerful algorithms and data management capabilities, Lishou Information developed a virtual warehouse system. The system can realize digital management of materials (such as leather, cloth, sponge, PCB boards, etc.), and input material information into the system by scanning or taking photos for virtual storage. Users can view, call and plan materials in real time in the system to achieve optimal configuration and efficient utilization of materials. It is especially suitable for multi-batch, small batch and customized production models, effectively reducing inventory costs and improving production efficiency.
For example, many companies in Nantong and other places have accessed Lishou Virtual Warehouse to support digital management of "sponge materials", realizing virtual warehousing, optimal remaining material matching and online allocation of cutting tasks, significantly reducing warehousing pressure and material waste.
06 · Digital application development
For small and medium-sized manufacturing enterprises and brand terminals, provided by Lishou Information"Mini program + background + MES level"Lightweight digital overall solution:
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Production reporting applet:Scan the QR code to start work/report work, real-time output display board, and automatic calculation of employee performance.
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Equipment inspection/maintenance applet:Customized inspection routes, photo + positioning to prevent cheating, automatic overdue reminders, and support for offline caching.
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Warehouse stocking applet:Barcode/QR code entry and exit are seamlessly connected with the virtual warehouse algorithm library, and the optimal remaining materials can be called on-site.
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Lightweight MES:The whole process of order → process → production scheduling → quality → delivery is closed loop, and an open API is provided to quickly connect with mainstream ERP, financial and logistics systems.
Direction and scope of cooperation
Lishou InfoTech
Based on its profound technology accumulation and product lines, Lishou Information has broad space for cooperation in the following fields, and looks forward to establishing in-depth cooperative relationships with various equipment manufacturers, system integrators and end users.
01 · Joint development and integration with equipment manufacturers
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Cooperation partners:Manufacturer of automation equipment such as laser cutting machines, vibrating knife cutting machines, engraving machines, printing machines, embroidery machines, PCB forming machines, PCB depanelers, etc.
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Cooperation methods:Use Shou Information's PINT marking software, PCB layout software, XPos visual positioning system or embroidery software (OpenES/OpenEMB) as the core control module or supporting software and directly integrate it into the hardware equipment to form an integrated solution of "hardware + software" to jointly explore the market and enhance the added value and market competitiveness of both parties' products.
02 · Industry solution customization
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Cooperation partners:System integrators or software service providers focusing on clothing, shoes and hats, bags, car interiors, furniture, advertising printing, electronic manufacturing (PCB/SMT) and other industries.
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Cooperation methods:We jointly carry out in-depth customized development for the special production techniques and processes of different industries. For example, it developed full-process automation software for shoe factories from shoe upper fly weaving, leather cutting to trademark lamination; developed a customized cutting solution for leather seat covers based on visual positioning for automobile interiors factories; developed a full-process digital management system from cutting to paneling to finished product sorting for PCB factories, integrating virtual warehouse and intelligent typesetting functions.
03 · Technology licensing and algorithm cooperation
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Cooperation partners:Enterprises, universities and scientific research institutions that have independent software platforms or are developing related applications.
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Cooperation methods:Authorize the use of Lishou Information's core algorithms (such as 2D path optimization, image distortion correction, contour recognition, virtual warehouse management algorithms, etc.), or entrust research and development to jointly overcome specific technical problems and accelerate the industrialization process of scientific research results.
04·Visual technology application expansion
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Cooperation partners:Innovative enterprises in the fields of intelligent manufacturing, robots, intelligent security, medical equipment, intelligent logistics and warehousing.
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Cooperation methods:Apply the company's mature technologies in machine vision and image processing (such as high-precision positioning, pattern recognition, and digital material identification) to new scenarios, such as industrial robot guidance, product defect detection, medical image analysis, cargo identification and tracking in virtual warehouses, etc., to jointly explore the infinite possibilities of visual AI.
05 · Channel and sales cooperation
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Cooperation partners:Agents and distributors with mature sales channels nationwide or in specific regions.
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Cooperation methods:Establish an extensive cooperation network to jointly promote and sell software products of Shou Information, and provide localized sales and technical support services to a wider range of customers.
Shanghai Lishou Information Technology Co., Ltd. relies on its strong independent research and development capabilities and deep understanding of industry needs. Through years of intensive cultivation, it has become a trustworthy partner in the field of automation and intelligent software.The company has always adhered to the concept of openness and win-win, and sincerely invites friends from all walks of life to discuss cooperation and jointly promote the digital and intelligent upgrading of the industry.
With algorithms as the core and intelligence as the driving force, Shanghai Lishou Information Technology Co., Ltd. uses technology to "light up" traditional industries and uses technology to redefine the possibilities of manufacturing.
Let every piece of material be used more intelligently and every process collaborate more efficiently. We believe in the future of production.
Can be sourced more accurately, lighter and smarter | Lishou Information Editor | Reviewed by Jin Haiyang | Zhang Xinjie
Machine-translated from the Chinese original 隶首信息如何用核心算法重塑排料、视觉定位与数字化生产？ (published 2025-11-15). WeChat original ↗