CBM ABB’s condition-based maintenance (CBM) service allows users of both old and new robots to create a preventive maintenance schedule based on real-time operational data. It identifies issues that can affect performance, such as speed, acceleration and gearbox wear. ABB compares these variables against other robots in its worldwide database to calculate the likelihood and timeframe of potential faults or failures. The company provides a report for the robot, including its serial number, data analysis, summary table, individual maintenance recommendations, conclusions and rating of the system. To implement CBM, users need the appropriate software — RobotStudio version 2020.1 or higher — plus the SIS Analyzer Add-in. No additional hardware is required. The CBM service is available for ABB’s core group of six-axis industrial robot models: the IRB 2600, IRB 4600, IRB 6600, IRB 6650, IRB 6620, IRB 6620 LX, IRB 6640, IRB 6650S, IRB 6700 and IRB 7600. More robot models will be added in future releases.
What’s new? The ability to perform condition-based maintenance.
Benefits Optimized production and longer robot life. Implementing the system minimizes the likelihood of premature equipment failure. Users can eliminate unexpected downtime due to failures or delays in getting spare parts. Spare parts can be purchased and prepared without having to hold them in stock, facilitating budget planning.
ABB Robotics, Auburn Hills, Mich., 248-391-9000, www.abb.com/robotics
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