Software

IMTS

Bluetooth-Enabled Digital Readout System

IMTS22: The interface of the droPWR system enables connection to multiple machine configurations in one tablet, including for milling, turning and grinding machines with up to six axes.

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Automation

ThinkIQ Launches Open Software Platform for Smart Manufacturing

Through a partnership with the Clean Energy Smart Manufacturing Innovation Institute, ThinkIQ is expected to deliver a simpler, lower cost and more effective implementation of smart manufacturing solutions to solve manufacturing problems.

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IMTS

Automation and Connectivity Features Boost Machine Data Platform Efficacy

IMTS22: Expanded features from MachineMetrics are intended to enable manufacturers to drive frontline worker productivity and factory systems with real-time machine data.

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Improving Workflows in Small Shops with Custom ERP

Small shops might not be ready for all of the functionality of an off-the-shelf ERP system, but modular, custom ERP programs can help improve workflow while providing the flexibility to change as shops grow.

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Henning and P1ston Agreement Offers New Add-ons for ERP Product

P1ston's supply chain solution is now an add-on in Henning's ERP product, Visual EstiTrack. The add-on assists with tracking orders.

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Basics

5 Reasons Why Machine Shop Ownership Is Changing

Mergers, acquisitions and other ownership changes are an effect of Boomer-age shop owners retiring, but only in part. Also important: The way we think about machining has changed.    

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CAD/CAM

Hexagon Acquires TST Tooling Software Technology

Hexagon acquires TST Tooling Software Technology, a distributor of VISI, Hexagon’s CAD/CAM software for the mold and die sector, and PEPS CAM software.

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CAD/CAM

CAD/CAM Software Grants Users More Control

IMTS22: PostWorks Connect, the latest postprocessor from NCCS, features an accessible interface with advanced functionality, granting users complete control of their machine code.

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ERP System Includes New Features to Improve Shop Management

IMTS22: The latest release of Visual EstiTrack improves shop management through its new features via Touch Scheduling Board. These features help personnel manage a variety of different tasks, including compliance standards and prioritization of work.

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Software

Collaborative Manufacturing Platform Collects Shop Data Automatically

IMTS 2022: Excellerant’s collaborative manufacturing platform enables factories to access real-time machine data and contextualized operator data.

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ProShop
SmartCAM
Surface finishing in Fusion
HCL CAMworks
Gardner Business Intelligence
Gravotech
DN Solutions
World Machine Tool Survey
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