CNC & Machine Controls
Key CNC Concept #6—Methods For CNC Programming
Presented here are three methods of developing CNC programs, manual programming, conversational (shop-floor) programming, and CAM system programming.
Read MoreKey CNC Concept #5—The Importance Of Program Formatting
Simplicity and consistency are the hallmarks of good programming.
Read MoreKey CNC Concept #10—Verifying CNC Programs Safely
For the most part, CNC controls will follow the instructions given in a program to the letter. With the exception of basic syntax (program formatting) mistakes, the CNC control will rarely be able to tell if a mistake has been made.
Read MoreKey CNC Concept #8—The Modes Of Machine Operation
This concept introduces the three basic modes of operation, presents examples of when they are used, explores more about the mode switch, and categorizes each position of the mode switch into one of the three basic modes.
Read MoreKey CNC Concept #9—The Key Sequences Of Operation
This concept examines the sequences of operation of a CNC machine by way of reference material related to key operational procedures.
Read MoreKey CNC Concept #3—Understanding CNC Motion Types
Effectively commanding motion on most CNC machines requires more than describing how the CNC machine determines the end point position for each motion.
Read MoreDirect Connections To Fanuc Controls
The latest industry trend in this area will find us linking our CNCs via an Ethernet cable to the standard office local area network (LAN).
Read MoreJob Shop Automates Presetting With DNC
Automating tool presetting and integrating it by DNC with the shop floor was a big step for this Connecticut job shop. Immediate payback from setup reductions proved them right.
Read MorePC-Based DNC/CNC Floats The Boat Of This Industrial Marine Manufacturer
Today, J.C. Carter Company is home to four successful divisions, 232 employees and a top-notch DNC network. But like the facilities upgrades, the DNC network took time to evolve into the high quality, easy to use system in place today.
Read MoreImproving Machine Tool Linear Accuracy With Laser Scales
Aerospace machine tools are flying high with accuracy enhanced by laser scales and thermal compensation. The same technology promises to benefit machine tools in other industries.
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