What Is FANUC QSSR?

FANUC QSSR stands for Quick and Simple Startup of Robotization. It is a FANUC CNC function that helps manufacturers connect a FANUC robot to one or more FANUC CNC machine tools quickly and configure robotized machining operations with minimal programming.

Instead of building a complex custom robot-cell interface from scratch, QSSR provides a standardized way to establish communication between the CNC and robot, call robot actions from the CNC program, and manage automatic workpiece loading and unloading.

QSSR Full Form

The full form of QSSR is Quick and Simple Startup of Robotization.

The name reflects its main purpose: to reduce the time, engineering work, and programming knowledge required to start a CNC machine-tending robot application.

Key Benefits of FANUC QSSR

  • Faster robot integration: QSSR simplifies the connection between a FANUC CNC and a FANUC robot.
  • Reduced programming workload: Operators can use CNC-side commands to control robot actions instead of creating a fully custom robot program.
  • Improved automation flexibility: QSSR supports automatic workpiece transfer between machines, fixtures, and loading stations.
  • Lower startup cost: A simplified startup process can reduce engineering time and commissioning work.
  • Support for multi-machine tending: One robot can be used to serve multiple CNC machine tools in suitable applications.

Main QSSR Functions

FANUC QSSR includes four core functions that support CNC-robot automation:

1. QSSR Connection

QSSR Connection establishes the communication link between the FANUC CNC and the FANUC robot. It provides the foundation for exchanging signals, statuses, and commands between the two systems.

2. QSSR G Code

QSSR G Code allows the CNC program to call robot operations. This means the machine tool program can instruct the robot to load a workpiece, unload a finished part, open or close a fixture, or perform another predefined action.

3. QSSR Automatic Path

QSSR Automatic Path helps manage the robot’s movement path for workpiece handling. It supports automatic transfer of parts between the CNC machine, loading position, and unloading position.

4. QSSR Site

QSSR Site manages the positions and work areas used in the automation cell. It helps define where the robot picks up, places, and transfers workpieces during the machining process.

How to Use QSSR

In a typical QSSR application, the CNC program controls the machining cycle, while the robot performs workpiece handling tasks. The general workflow is as follows:

  1. Prepare the CNC and robot: Confirm that the FANUC CNC and FANUC robot support QSSR and have the required options and software versions.
  2. Establish the QSSR connection: Connect the CNC and robot through the required communication interface and configure the connec