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Plain language programming made even easier
CNC system guides the machinist in an intuitive, self-explaining manner through the entire part programming process and allows the use of a new or 'conversational' system. Brochure available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (23 November 2004)
CNC upgrade improves wheel profiling
User application article Retrofitting a wheel lathe with latest CNC brought improved part and tool measurement, tool force monitoring, intelligent machining cycles and a simplified operator interface .
News from CNC Design ( 9 November 2004)
Reduced setup and wider range of flute shapes
User application article CNC Design has successfully completed a CNC retrofit project on a Normac Flute Grinder used for grinding flutes on drills and taps for Sutton Tools .
News from CNC Design (29 October 2004)
SCADA collects data from shop-floor
Providing managers with real-time access to the shop-floor data they need to operate their businesses effectively and profitably is now simpler than ever with the Monitor Pro SCADA.
News from Telemecanique (Schneider Electric) (12 October 2004)
Anilam DRO systems for Loughborough University
User application article RK International Machine Tools has sold a number of machines fitted with Anilam DRO systems to Loughborough University.
News from ACI (UK) (12 October 2004)
DRO and CNC website revamped to expand services
Measurement and control specialist has expanded and revamped its website to promote its comprehensive ranges of CNC and DRO systems for most metalworking applications.
News from ACI (Europe) (27 September 2004)
Machinery builders need absolute position feedback
The trend toward increasingly precise and economical products is placing strong pressure on machine tool builders to improve the machining accuracy of their products. Brochure available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (30 August 2004)
Rugged SS safety switch tolerates misalignment
Stainless steel machine-guard safety switch is a damage-resistant non-contact design that is tolerant to misalignment and suitable for use in wash-down applications.
News from Mechan Controls (26 August 2004)
Advantage gained from machine control in a box
A CNC/general purpose controller enables simple and inexpensive operation of all kinds of machines - from metal cutting tools to lasers, flatbed cutters and Cartesian robots.
News from Delta Tau UK (18 August 2004)
Wide range of CNC and DRO systems will be on show
A wide range of Acu-Rite, Anilam and Metronics CNC and DRO systems will be demonstrated at Productivity Partnerships 2004 exhibition that takes palce from 19-21 October 2004.
News from ACI (Europe) (10 August 2004)
Latest CNC offers 160% higher NC performance
Latest version of a CNC, when used with an integrated PLC, provides approximately 160% higher numerical control performance and 300% PLC performance over previous versions.
News from Siemens Machine Tool Business Unit ( 4 August 2004)
Unmanned VMC machines moulds through the night
User application article With a full order book and all machines running at maximum capacity, a mould maker knew it was 'walking a tightrope' should any key machine fail so it invested in a new VMC.
News from ACI (Europe) ( 9 July 2004)
CMMs face low-cost inspection equipment challenge
User application article In the quest for cost-effective and efficient component measuring, the CMM is being challenged because simple 'go/no-go' tolerance checks are still perfectly adequate for many components.
News from ACI (Europe) (28 June 2004)
Wireless DNC communicates with CNC machinery
A totally independent method of communicating between the control systems of CNC machinery and a centralised remote PC distributes and controls machining programs and production data.
News from Seiki Systems (28 June 2004)
Machine tool control scenario copes with diversity
User application article Producing an aircraft in different places using different machines and assembly systems "pushes the envelope" for machine tool control, CNC design, engineering and application technology.
News from Siemens Machine Tool Business Unit (24 June 2004)
Six-axis DRO solves linear and rotary axes problem
User application article Following the retrofit of a 6-axis readout and partial machine rebuild on a BoKo vertical milling/boring machine, UKAEA Fusion is now benefiting from greater machining flexibility. Brochure available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (22 June 2004)
DRO believed to be first to program contours
For the first time ever, says the manufacturer, it is offering a digital readout that has the capability to program contours and is said to be ideal for batch work. Brochure available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (14 June 2004)
Package adds high speed multi-tasking to grinding
Grinder control package brings a high speed, multi-tasking controller, Ethernet and SERCOS networks, integrated motion, visualization, and intelligent motor control.
News from Service Network (10 June 2004)
Advanced CNC system has increased functionality
An advanced CNC programming system enhances and simplifies functionality and incorporates a new operation panel designed to make operation both quicker and easier.
News from Mori Seiki (US) ( 7 June 2004)
Monitor up to 10 unmanned CNC sliding head autos
Up to 10 CNC sliding head automatic lathes with Windows based control system software can now be remotely monitored through unmanned production periods with automatic alarm messaging. Brochure available
News from NC Engineering (31 May 2004)
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