Part of the Creaform Metrology Suite™, Automation is an offline programming software module that enables non-experts in 3D scanning or robotics to obtain optimal dimensional measurements in the shortest cycle time.
With Automation’s scanning intelligence and dedicated functions, programming robot paths, and optimizing the line of sight and scanning speed become simple and easy, simplifying the deployment of automated quality control systems.
Automation is the key to more efficient robotic cell management, solving programming and security issues and helping non-experts feel more confident when working with robotic systems.
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With Automation’s scanning intelligence and dedicated functions, programming robot paths, and optimizing the line of sight and scanning speed become simple and easy, simplifying the deployment of automated quality control systems.
Automation is the key to more efficient robotic cell management, solving programming and security issues and helping non-experts feel more confident when working with robotic systems.
Choose your robotic cell
STEP 1
You can opt for a complete turnkey solution or your own personalized robotic cell compatible with Automation. Configure your robotic cell by importing CAD files for your safety enclosure and turntable, then define the C-Track position, calibration paths, and other key parameters.
Highly flexible software platform for configurable layout
Complete project validation (robot reachability, collision detection, etc.)
Highly flexible software platform for configurable layout
Complete project validation (robot reachability, collision detection, etc.)
Program the robot
STEP 2
Automation uses CAD models for optimal sensor positioning and automatic path generation from surfaces, edges, or points. Paths can also be planned from an Inspection plan, a predefined shape, or manually via jog, while avoiding collisions and singularities.
CAD alignment
Parametric programming with surface, edge, point picking
Automatic trajectory creation from Inspection plan and 3D shape
Jog feature
CAD alignment
Parametric programming with surface, edge, point picking
Automatic trajectory creation from Inspection plan and 3D shape
Jog feature
Simulate + Validate
STEP 3
Automation uses realistic simulations to generate collision-free, singularity-free robot paths optimized for the scanner's performance.
Scan simulation
Connection to robot
Collision detection and avoidance
Program execution
Scan simulation
Connection to robot
Collision detection and avoidance
Program execution
Measure
STEP 4
Automation guides shopfloor operators in the execution of their tasks when measuring parts.
Automatic photogrammetry
3D scanning with automatic mesh generation
Smart resolution capability
Hold and resume programs
Automatic photogrammetry
3D scanning with automatic mesh generation
Smart resolution capability
Hold and resume programs
Transfer to inspection software
STEP 5
Perfect for standardization, Automation is compatible with leading inspection software products.
Inspection software module
Polyworks
Metrolog X4
Inspection software module
Polyworks
Metrolog X4
Three software modules
More than just robot programming software, Automation Plan provides a complete environment for project preparation, Automation Execute delivers the program suite for work execution, and Automation Process enables parallel execution of inspection and data processing.
Automation - Plan
Import CAD, configure scanning parameters, create robot paths, simulate scans, and export simulations to metrology software.
Automation - Execute
Import part parameters, start the measuring program, and change parts when the robot has returned to its home position.
Automation - Process
Eliminate system downtime during data processing and proceed with continuous scanning, saving up to 40% in cycle time.
Looking for the simplest programming and acquisition solution for automated quality control?
Witness how Automation, with its scanning intelligence and dedicated functions, can easily program robot paths and simplify the deployment of your automated inspection solution.
Compatible with metrology software
Compatible with industrial and collaborative robots
Discover how Automation can boost efficiency and productivity across your entire organization.
See how simple and easy it is to program robot paths and configure scanning parameters.
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