Pioneering the Future of Flexible Robotics: Celebrating 10 Years of Dynamic Program Generation & Automatic Path Planning

Introduction:

At OpiFlex, we’ve been pioneering flexible robotics for over a decade. For the last 10 years, our Dynamic Program Generation (DPG) and Automatic Path Planning have transformed industries by making robotic automation faster, more flexible, and easier to implement. Whether it's for simple CNC machine tending or the most complex press brake applications, our solutions have proven to deliver efficiency and flexibility to every level of production.

In 2025, we’re taking our innovations even further as we expand into new global markets, including the USA, bringing our industry-leading solutions to new customers worldwide.

Celebrating 10 Years of Innovation in Robot Programming

What truly sets OpiFlex apart is the power and versatility of our Dynamic Program Generation (DPG) and Automatic Path Planning. For the past decade, these technologies have been the cornerstone of our flexible robotics solutions. DPG allows companies to easily program their robots without the need for prior robot programming experience, and it can handle everything from simple tasks to some of the most challenging robot applications on the market.

Automatic Path Planning is a critical part of this technology, allowing robots to navigate dynamic and complex environments with precision. This feature has been especially valuable in applications like advanced palletizing, AI-driven mixed palletizing, and customer-specific display palletizing, providing companies with the flexibility to quickly adapt to changing production needs. Read more about Dynamic Flow Optimization: Revolutionizing Robot Programming

But our technology doesn’t stop there—OpiFlex’s solutions are designed to be fully mobile and come with a patented fenceless safety solution, enabling large robots to work alongside human operators at high speed without the need for physical barriers.

Dynamic Program Generation: Empowering Flexibility

One of the key advantages of OpiFlex’s Dynamic Program Generation (DPG) is how it simplifies robot programming. In comparison to traditional methods, where programming can take hours or even days, DPG allows robots to be programmed in just minutes—without the need for specialized robotic knowledge.

Comparison of Robot Programming Methods:

1. Traditional Robot Programming:

   • Time-consuming: Traditional programming can take hours to set up and test, particularly for new or custom tasks.
   • Specialized Knowledge Required: Operators need specific training in robot programming, which means additional costs and time.
   • Error-prone: Manual programming is prone to mistakes that could lead to production downtime.

2. Wizard Interfaces:

   • Simplified Programming: These interfaces provide some automation but still require users to select from a set of predefined options.
   • Less Flexibility: Limited customization for complex or highly variable tasks, as the wizard might not accommodate all variations in product handling or production needs.
   • Faster but Limited: While quicker than traditional methods, these interfaces are not as versatile and might struggle with more complex tasks.

3. OpiFlex’s Dynamic Program Generation (DPG):

   • Fast: DPG allows users to program robots in as little as 1-5 minutes. This means much faster implementation and more adaptable systems across different production needs.
   • No Robot Expertise Needed: Even with zero prior robot programming experience, users can efficiently set up and reprogram robots as needed.
   • High Customization: DPG handles everything from simple machine tending to the most complex, such as press brake operations and advanced palletizing, making it a flexible solution for any task.
   • Automatic Path Planning: Ensures that the robot can navigate complex environments and perform tasks with precise movement, even when faced with unpredictable elements.

The Role of Mobility and Safety in Flexibility

While programming flexibility is at the heart of our solutions, mobility and safety are equally important in making our robotic solutions truly revolutionary. OpiFlex’s mobile robots can be deployed across different production areas, enabling fast reconfiguration of workflows without the need for costly downtime or infrastructure changes. This level of mobility allows manufacturers to respond to changing production demands swiftly.

Moreover, our patented fenceless safety solution ensures that robots can work at high speeds alongside operators, without the need for safety fences. This solution complies with the EU Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC, Annex II 1. A), providing companies with both the flexibility and safety they need to optimize their operations.

Advanced Applications with Dynamic Program Generation

With DPG and Automatic Path Planning, OpiFlex is redefining what’s possible in advanced automation. These technologies have been used in a wide range of applications, including:

• CNC Machine Tending – Simplifying and speeding up the machine tending process, even in high-mix, low-volume environments.
• Press Brakes – Handling complex press brake operations with ease and precision.
• Advanced Palletizing – Enabling robots to handle a wide variety of products with mixed loads, without the need for manual intervention.
• AI-based Mixed Palletizing – Empowering robots to use artificial intelligence to optimize palletization strategies, making the process more adaptable and efficient.

In each of these applications, DPG ensures fast, easy robot programming and enables rapid reconfiguration, while Automatic Path Planning allows robots to navigate complex and dynamic environments with precision.

What’s Next?

At OpiFlex, we’re always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with flexible robotics. Our dedicated development team is already working on new innovations that will further enhance the mobility, safety, and programming capabilities of our robots. In 2025, we’ll be releasing new solutions that will revolutionize flexible robotics and automation, further solidifying our leadership in the market. Meanwhile you can read here about Creating Future-Proof Production Lines with Flexible Robotics

Additionally, we’re expanding our global presence in 2025, with a focus on new markets like the USA. This expansion will bring our flexible, secure, and easy-to-program robotic solutions to more companies around the world, helping them achieve greater flexibility and productivity in their operations.

Get in Touch with Us

Interested in learning how OpiFlex’s Dynamic Program Generation and Automatic Path Planning can help your business? Contact us today for a demo or to discuss your specific needs. Let us show you how our mobile, secure, and easy-to-program robots can transform your production line.