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Three-D visualizations help manufacturing plants to achieve cost-savings and make sure that all equipment work seamlessly before they begin production. Virtual 3D technology can see problems in the production line beforehand, but it can also help develop ways for multi-tasking in robots. Three-D simulation can result in cost savings, including an average 40 percent cut in equipment spending. Design engineering firm HMS Company of Troy, Michigan, uses DELMIAs IGRIP software, along with the UltraSpot add-on to help it achieve flexibility and efficiency in its processes. HMS is a provider of robotic welding equipment, automation, body-in-white processing, and related manufacturing services to automakers. It uses the DELMIA software to simulate and program complex and multi-device workcells used for welding, painting, dispensing, material removal, machine tending and related processes. The company uses the software to position robots, tools and peripheral equipment. It is also used for cycle time, process validation and off-line programs. Before production starts, the software looks for potential issues and resolves them. The DELMIA software also ensures that the robots do not turn idle and that they handle as many functions as they can. The digital technology reduces the amount of work needed from manual workers as well as the lead-time for process engineering.
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