Offline programming software schedules robot tasks without causing downtime

ABB’s new RobotStudio® app in the Okuma App Store incorporates the IRC5 robot controller software, allowing users to schedule robot tasks such as training, programming, and optimization offline without causing downtime in production.

The app is built on the company’s Virtual Controller, which is an exact copy of the software that runs robots in production. This allows simulations to be performed offline using programs and configurations identical to those used on a shop floor.

The add-on RobotStudio Machine Tending PowerPac (MTPP) is included with the app. This platform defines and configures parts and grippers; stations and robot movements; HomeRun strategy; and simulation, validation, and optimal cycles.