Program Structure Nodes

Description

You can configure the step sets in each node by using the checkboxes to enable/disable individual steps.

 

Startup Check

Intended for use once at the beginning of a robot program, this node ensures the robot and machine are set up correctly before molding starts.

 

Wait for Item

Intended for making the robot wait until an item is ready from the IMM.

 

Ejector Back

Enables the movement of the ejector to its back position.

 

Ejector Forward

Enables the movement of the ejector to remove an item from the mold. Should be used when the robot is in position ready for grasping the item.

 

Core Pullers In

Enables the movement of the core pullers to position 1. The core pullers used are selected from the drop down menu.

 

Core Pullers Out

Enables the movement of the core pullers to position 2. The core pullers used are elected from the drop down menu.

 

Free to Mold

Signals to the IMM that it is allowed to start a molding operation. When this signal is activated, the robot must be placed outside the IMM.

 

Template

Uses a predefined program structure to perform simple interaction with the IMM.