In this case study, we will see how FSK Engineering GmbH, provider of robot programming solutions describes 3D simulation of robots as fully functional. This makes it possible to simplify and bring the two-dimensional CAD drawing to life using the simulation software, Visual Components.
Use of 3D simulation of robots in engineering
FSK Engineering GmbH provides online and offline robot programming solutions , robot simulations and automated systems up to a fully digital factory . Their main customers are in the automotive industry but they also serve customers in the agriculture and food processing sectors .
FSK Engineering uses Visual Components 3D robot simulation software to design and produce factory plans . So we let Christian Sühwold and Nils Kühle, the founders of FSK Engineering, tell us how the software helped them run their business.
“Simulation is our gateway when meeting new clients and prospects. With 3D robot simulation, it is easy to visualize our complex visions of production lines or complete production workshops for customers. Through 3D simulations, we close the deal and get an order for commissioning and delivery of the robot almost every time. »
Robotic simulation brings two-dimensional CAD drawing to life
Compared to using CAD files , Visual Components' 3D simulation saves a lot of time, especially when working directly with designers . CAD alone is static and it is therefore often difficult to visualize the reality of the actual production line or the operation of the robots.
Simulation played an essential role in the submission and implementation phase of a robot cell implemented at Strothmann Machines & Handling GmbH. A simulation was created taking into account all construction and accessibility constraints. (left: real robot cell; right: simulated cell)
The robot simulation software, Visual Components, makes this task much easier. A fully functional 3D simulation simplifies bringing 2D CAD to life . Time is saved because approximately 80% ready CAD models can be imported into the simulation software and analyzed in depth.
CAD information alone lacks detailed information on how robots should be positioned and how they should operate. Understanding factory realities is therefore difficult for designers using only CAD files.
“Cable assembly, cable tray, hall pillars... All this can be seen from different angles. This makes it easy to understand how everything works. »
Robotic simulation software: Simple to adopt, easy to use
For FSK Engineering, starting to use 3D robot simulation with Visual Components was a simple step. After a simple training , they were able to create presentable layouts, visualize the robot's movements, combine components and analyze the robot's cycles themselves.
“Especially when running robots, it is essential to spot potential sources of errors early on, as they can lead to high costs on the construction site”
Compared to its competitors who use software created by robot manufacturers, FSK Engineering is able to work and integrate robots from all major manufacturers simultaneously in the same software . This is one of the main reasons why Visual Components is their first choice for creating quick simulations and performing feasibility studies.
About FSK Engineering
Germany-based service provider working in the field of online/offline robot programming and simulation of robotic cells as well as complete automated systems up to the complete digital factory.
For more information, visit www.fsk-engineering.de
