Verified user
Jun 13, 2023
Period
- 2022
Title
We do research on the human-robot interaction field (HRI). This robot is used as an instrument of research, more specifically to evaluate how people with little to no experience in robotics perform operating industrial robots.
Pro
The robot is reliable and easy to use (for an experienced engineer). Compared to our other brand in our laboratory (UR), I prefer this robot for most of our tasks.
ABB's support is also great, and they usually help us when we need it (including maintenance and software-related questions).
Con
I believe there is much to be improved on the software side of this robot. The operating system is too simple, and its features are limited.
I would also like to see more APIs from ABB, giving the robot's owner more freedom to do whatever they think is appropriate (following the safety standards).
For an end-user (i.e., someone without experience in robotics), their block-based language is a great advance compared to RAPID, but not a final solution.
Fabio Remensperger
Atec GmbH
Oct 12, 2022
Period
- 2022
Title
Show vacuum gripper on Motek.
Pro
Simple to use.
Joystick on the panel to navigate in handmade.
Con
It is not so fast.
Mario Sansoni
Nomotec
Aug 29, 2022
Period
- 2022
Title
Pick and Place
Pro
The Cobot is really easy to implement and the safety configuration is war netter guided than ist was expected. Really would recommand it and use it again.
Con
Not really any.
Timo Mauderer
Zimmer Group
Jul 18, 2022
Period
- 2022
Title
Pick and place: pen with gripper and vacuum - unit
Pro
1) Fine mechanic in the robot 2) Easy to use wizard on the teach-pendant 3) users withoud product training from ABB can simple use the robot 4) Match-system fit perfect between EOAT and robot
Con
None
Randy Kerstjens
Concept Robotics
Apr 22, 2022
Period
- 2022
Title
Good cobot with a very good simulation environment
Pro
I like the fact that programs can be prepared offline (using robotstudio).
Also, the new type of flexpendant which comes with Omnicore controller seems to offer good functionality.
Configurability of the ASI (arm side interface) buttons.
It has a lot of customizable safety-features (safemove collaborative).
Good support from ABB with technical questions of new features.
Con
More of an optical aspect; the white surface of the robot.
Christoph Mölzer
FH Technikum Wien
Nov 2, 2021
Period
- 2021
Title
Easy to use robot (even with less experience)
Pro
The ABB FlexPendant with its new design offers an clear user interface. So you can navigate easy through the menu and you can quickly find the required application. The robot has also two connectors on the flange which can be used for power supply and IO communication.
Con
It would be practically, if the robot would also offer an internal pneumatic connection to the flange.
Alfred Koudelka
nomotec
Oct 8, 2021
Period
- 2021
Title
Great easy to use robot
Pro
The new and easy way to teach and program robots.
The two freely programmable buttons on the robot
Con
Right now there is nothing I don't like!
Ruud op 't Hoog
TRE - The Robot Engineer
Sep 23, 2021
Period
- 2021
Title
Easy to use Cobot
Pro
Easy installing, low weight
Con
no air connection on axis 6
first power up needs safemove setup before you can use the robot