ABB RobotStudio Machining PowerPac software

ABB Australia has introduced its latest RobotStudio add-in, the Machining PowerPac.

The Machining PowerPac software is designed for the programming of applications such as machining, deburring, polishing, grinding and deflashing. It can be used with a variety of CAD-model-based path generation applications and allows users to configure specific applications in a sequence of steps simultaneously.

The integrated post-processor generates accurate robot paths from the CAM software so the robot machining application can be completed more rapidly than ever before, according to the company.

The Machining PowerPac provides several strategies to generate machining path and curves. By optimising the speed, acceleration or axis setting, users can dynamically preview the tool path and ensure the right target robot configuration.

Furthermore, the Machining WAVE Paths and Tool Axis Interpolation features are instrumental for extending the lifetime of the machining tools by creating smooth tool axis changes and flexible tool contact points.