CNC & Machine Controls
Sinamics S210 Servodrive System Simplifies Motion Control
Siemens’ Sinamics S210 converter servodrive system is designed for use with the Simotics S-1FK2 motors and the converters come with integrated safety functions that enable engineering via motion technology objects in Simatic S7-1500 controllers.
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5 Steps to Digital Manufacturing
Industry 4.0, what some call the Fourth Industrial Revolution, is a move made toward digitization.
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Making Parts on a Swiss/Laser Machine
Adding laser cutting to Swiss-type machining is helping this shop do more work for its customers in the medical industry.
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CNC Milling Machine is Fitted with Acu-Rite Control System
600 UK’s MillPWRG2 CNC milling machine programs parts, manufactures one-offs and small batch components, mills prototype and test components, utilizes the conversational programming system for cutting, and produces parts with 1-µm resolution scales.
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Sinumerik Operate Facilitates Setup of Complex Workpieces
Siemens Industry Inc.’s Sinumerik Operate user interface integrates HMI-Advanced, ShopMill and ShopTurn in a single end-user interface for machine tools that contain functions that facilitate the setup and manufacture of complex workpieces.
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Tool Data Management Software Supports Industry 4.0.
TDM Systems’ TDM 2017 and TDM 2017 Global Line combined software platform for tool data management systems replaces version 4.8. and emphasizes supporting Industry 4.0 by providing data transfer and can also be used in parallel to existing applications.
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NCL Multi-Axis Machining Software Blends Toolpath Techniques
Numerical Control Software Solutions (NCSS)’ NCL multi-axis machining software is used in the aerospace, automotive and turbo-machinery industries and can allow users to produce parts, reduce machine time, improve quality, and increase profits.
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TNC 620 Contouring Controls Features Touchscreen Technology
Heidenhain’s TNC 620 contouring control with touchscreen has a workshop-oriented operational design and conversational programming that combines contouring controls with the latest in touchscreen technology.
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Preparing Precision Turning for Industry 4.0
Ready or not, Industry 4.0 is moving forward, and it’s critical for manufacturers to be ready for it. Many machine tool builders and accessory builders are equipping their products with Industry 4.0 compatibility in anticipation of its implementation by customer shops.
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Millennial Multitasking Made Easy
CNC control software is being designed with features to better fit the tendencies of younger operators.
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