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Program Version Control for Robot Cells
The version on the machine is the only one that matters.
A workable scheme
| Element | Practice |
|---|---|
| Naming | Cell, program, revision and date |
| Master copy | Held offline, controlled by one owner |
| Backup | Automatic copy after every approved change |
| Change note | What changed and why |
| Restore test | Periodically prove the backup restores |
Why it matters
- Fault finding is faster when you can compare versions.
- Audits and customer handovers need a traceable history.
- Undocumented edits are the most common cause of mysterious behaviour.
Agree the scheme with the integrator at handover and write it into the maintenance procedure.