The networks of connected shopfloor devices that underlie implementations of data-driven manufacturing come together on many levels. All are worth noting.
The 28th Japan International Machine Tool Fair (JIMTOF) has a slightly later date this year. The show will start November 17 and conclude November 22. Here are some reasons this show in Tokyo is definitely worth serious attention.
The networks of connected shopfloor devices that underlie implementations of data-driven manufacturing come together on many levels. Connecting machine tools to a monitoring system is just one of those levels.
One notable aspect of IMTS this time around is the large number of network-connected products and systems that promise significant boosts in productivity to manufacturing companies.
An automated work cell on display in Okuma’s Booth S-8500 demonstrates not only robots loading and unloading parts, but also automated production run change-overs.
Allied Machine & Engineering Corp, a manufacturer of hole-making and finishing tooling systems, has purchased a majority of the shares of Wohlhaupter GmbH of Frickenhausen, Germany, Wohlhaupter USA and Wohlhaupter India. The company is best known for its innovative boring tools.