ABB Robotics Introduces New Machine Tending Software
08.12.2013
ABB Robotics, a member of Partners in THINC, introduces a new system of robotic machine tending software, delivering world class flexibility and ease-of-use for everything from die-casting to injection molding and machining. Together, the new PC-based RobotStudio Machine Tending PowerPac and the new controller-based RobotWare Machine Tending software allow for simulation, validation and optimization to be completed in the 3D virtual world and then transferred directly to the real-world. Everything from cycle times to post processing capabilities to potential risks for collisions can be simulated virtually before costly mistakes are made on the factory floor.
RobotStudio Machine Tending PowerPac
RobotStudio Machine Tending PowerPac is an add-on for RobotStudio, ABB’s powerfully simple PC-based programming tool, and provides a platform for quick, easy creation and editing of machine tending robot cells in a 3D virtual environment. With a library of common grippers and station types - and built-in support for most machines and peripheral equipment - getting a cell up and running in the virtual world is easy. In addition, safety is simplified with the capability to define safe home position movements in a virtual environment.
RobotWare Machine Tending Software
RobotWare Machine Tending is designed to be an effective, standalone, controller-based, programming, configuration and operation tool, but is also tightly integrated with the RobotStudio Machine Tending PowerPac. An intuitive and customizable graphical user interface allows for easy production monitoring and control, as well as automatic program and part selection. Although the interface has been designed so that less skilled personnel can control most common tasks, the software also provides unlimited access to powerful RAPID coding tools for more advanced users. For more information on ABB Robotics, visit http://www.okuma.com/abb-robotics.
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