Detroit, September 9, 2016 – The software platform FASTSUITE Edition 2 lets businesses define, program, simulate and optimize an extensive range of processes in industrial sheet metal manufacturing. Utilizing a standardized 3D application environment, the program combines simulation-based machine and robot programming with efficient plant layout generation. This makes it a valuable tool for both manufacturers and system integrators.
CENIT has been an IT partner to this industry segment for more than 25 years giving us the experience necessary to draw on wide-ranging technical and process knowhow in sheet-metal working when developing this digital factory solution. This wealth of engineering expertise allowed CENIT to mirror the entire process chain, from forming technology to the manufacturing of sheet-metal assembly components. The program supports simulation and optimization of servo processes, machine and robot-based 3D laser cutting. FASTSUITE Edition 2 also supports other sheet metal applications such as roll hemming, point and path welding and paint application.
A high-performance alternative to other digital factory solutions
Manufacturers and system integrators benefit because our program approach
is independent of hardware providers, processes and technologies. FASTSUITE Edition 2 integrates all robots, machines and tool components within a single, consistent and intuitive simulation environment. The software thus closes the market gap between products offered by the major PLM software providers and the proprietary systems of the robot manufacturers.
FASTSUITE Edition 2 lets businesses build bridges between their development, engineering and production departments because the program’s functionalities cover the full process range, from initial layout studies to process engineering and simulation to virtual commissioning and production optimization.
Work simply and effectively, integrate CAD data with ease
The strengths of the software include simple, innovative operation, efficient programming functions for robot operations, and absolute system openness.
The modular design of FASTSUITE Edition 2 permits easy technical adaptation to plant-specific conditions. For example, automation providers can readily expand and customize functions as project requirements change. The software also includes process-oriented technology and control packages to provide offline programming options for sophisticated applications and technologies. This basic package gets users off to a quick start and gives them access to a wide range of tried and proven solutions.
CAD data can be imported via standard interfaces such as STEP or JT, or via direct interfaces with NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, etc.
CENIT will be present at FABTECH at Booth N3000 and invites customers, interested users and decision-makers to engage in dialogue and an active exchange of experience. For further information, please visit: www.fastsuite.com. Characters inc. spaces: approx. 3.000 / 420 words