CNC & Machine Controls
CNC Editing Software Enables Off-Line CNC File Management
Spectrum CNC Technologies offers a stand-alone version of its Multi-DNC editor, backplotter and file compare software, which includes the same CNC editing and viewing features integrated within the Multi-DNC package, but for a stand-alone PC.
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Detecting Chips in a Milling Spindle
Chips in a milling spindle can subtly deform a tool assembly until the cutting tool is out of alignment. Grob's chip-in-spindle detection system detect stresses that may indicate chip interference.
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Rotary Encoders Employ EtherCAT Technology
The Leine & Linde PSE and PHE 900 series of rotary encoders, available from Heidenhain, are designed for heavy-duty applications and are now available with an EtherCAT interface option.
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Controlled Welding Process Joins Metal in a Flash
Manual methods were not accurate enough for joining advanced high-strength steel (AHSS), so Taylor-Winfield Technologies worked with a Rexroth distributor to devise a technique using a motion controller and hydraulic drives for better precision.
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Using an App to Adopt CNC Technology Faster
Learn about a company that made the leap into CNC technology thanks to a custom machine-operating/program-generating app that enabled its inexperienced people to effectively run its new CNC turning center.
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Shop Applies App to Adopt CNC Technology Faster
A custom machine-operating and automatic program-generating app has helped racing parts maker Moser Engineering quickly reap the benefits of CNC machining even though nobody there had any prior experience with it.
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Control Includes Three Remote Jog Options
Hurco’s Max5 control includes 80 ergonomic design features based on usability testing with the company’s customers.
Read MoreMonitoring System Designed for Wide Compatibility
Nanospark’s CNC Machine Monitor system consists of a hardware device installed on a machine tool and a corresponding app installed on a tablet.
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MTConnect-Compliant CNC Interface Option Gathers Real-Time Data
NUM Corp. has developed a communications interface option for its CNC systems that fully complies with version 1.3.0 of the MTConnect interoperability standard.
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DRO Package for Mills, Lathes Includes Tool Offset Library
Newall launches its DP500 mill and lathe DRO packages.
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