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Offline Robot Programming Without Picking Up a Teach Pendant

Automate 2019: Offline Programming (OLP) has many benefits for robot users and system integrators.

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Offline programming and robot simulation can help validate and de-risk prototype cells and plans for automation, and can help deploy a new robotic cell faster. In addition, some new entrants into the manufacturing industry may prefer programming offline via simulation as compared to using the teach pendant on the shop floor.

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For more on offline programming, check out The What, Why and How of Industrial Robot Simulation Software for Offline Programming (OLP)

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James Anderton

Jim Anderton is the Director of Content for ENGINEERING.com. Mr. Anderton was formerly editor of Canadian Metalworking Magazine and has contributed to a wide range of print and on-line publications, including Design Engineering, Canadian Plastics, Service Station and Garage Management, Autovision, and the National Post. He also brings prior industry experience in quality and part design for a Tier One automotive supplier.