Like I keep telling, it’s Google, “cnc at home” searchwords, and choose from a list of thousands!
Illustration 36A guy named V. Chan, at pathcom.com, created this drill-mill conversion
Software’s not a problem, you can find free software, cheap software, expensive software, you can even learn how to make your own CNC controlling software, what have you!
You can use your present PC to control it, use an old 386, buy the CNC, Computer, and all, but by now you’re just wondering:
“Yeah, right, but WHY DO I NEED A CNC MACHINE?”
Well, in theory, if you have one of those, you will never have to build a Prototype, just “draw” the pieces in some 3D program, have the CNC mill them out of metal blocks, or other material, and assemble the Prototype like as much as some IKEA furniture!
In my Prototype building experience, tough, NOTHING is that simple, something always needs some extra work, but hey, Industrial Precision pieces, just as you imagined them, now that’s something not to snare at!
Illustration 37 This guy, Tom Gootee, at fullnet.com, built a CNC machine from an Epson printer!
So go have some fun, be it building, buying it all ready to mill, converting it from a drill press, Google it, choose what’s right for you, could not be the one that suits your neighbor, the CNC world’s yours!
HEY! IT GETS BETTER!
Now there’s?Fab@home.org, and all your problem’s over!
These guys are into Fabricating, or CNC home manufacturing, or buildin’ your 3D stuff with a home made Robot.
And not only that, they help you MAKE YOUR OWN CNC MACHINE with only a fraction of the money you spend on Pro CNCs, but with a even more flexible machine! And you can even save more money, if you’ve got some old Printer around.
If you’re thinking you cannot do it, think again, ‘cos they teach every darn step, even WIRE CUTTING the right way, so there’s no excuse not to try!
Now that’s good news or what?
RepRap, another fabber
Here’s another Fabber, RepRap, notice the different steel rod approach, comes also with Software support, same as Fab@home…
Max’s, much more than a Little Robot shop
Max’s Little Robot shop, the title says…
But that’s not true: It’s a HUGE help for lots of projects you may have.
I’m just reading the tabs at the left of his page, Robots, Mechanical Fabbing, Injection Molding, the guy’s made a machine for it,
AND a download area!
There you’ll find lots of CAD files, don’t you just love the kewl CAD appearance…
Plus a Digital Electronics section that you have to see.
Be sure to give this Site a Look, you will learn a lot.
http://www.users.qwest.net/~kmaxon/index.html
Swoosh Technologies & Solutions, LLC, a leading reseller of automated design & manufacturing software tools, training and staffing, has entered into a partnership agreement with IMS Software, a leading provider of manufacturing software products for CNC postprocessing, verification, and machine simulation.
Swoosh Technologies supports companies that manufacture complex parts and assemblies. Machine tool visualization support for 5 axis machining and mill-turn operations is necessary for aerospace machining and the manufacture of precision tooling. The partnership with IMS will enable Swoosh Technologies to deliver solids-based G-code verification necessary for aerospace machining and precision tooling.
"Our application engineers now have at their fingertips a comprehensive set of software tools to further enhance the efficiencies of our customers in the highly competitive aerospace parts supply chain" says Dan Wibbenmeyer, Managing Partner Swoosh Technologies. This agreement will uniquely position Swoosh Technologies with the most extensive set of solutions and services in the PLM space of CAD/CAD/CAE/PDM software tools, NX training, NX Nastran training, CAE consulting, Solid Edge Training, and Engineering staffing.
"Their knowledge of complex aerospace machining makes the partnership with Swoosh Technologies a natural fit. Their application engineers understand the value and utility of our post-processing and G-code verification tools. Best of all, they have the talent to ensure success and return on investment for our mutual customers" says Dan Wrenn, President and co-founder of IMS Software.
What does this mean for you?
. A broader and deeper range of software manufacturing products to meet your business needs.
. A commitment to innovation, ensuring your next-generation technology solutions.
. Mitigate risks associated with PLM software investments in complex machining verification
. Greater support and resources available worldwide.
. A financially strong partner with a long-term strategy for growth.
Our goal is to continue delivering innovative, high-quality products and solutions in our current markets. We will continue to explore opportunities to provide you with additional value in new areas.
For additional information on how this partnership can enhance your PLM investment, visit us at www.swooshtech.com and www.ims-software.com
About
Swoosh Technologies & Solutions, LLC
Swoosh Technologies is a premiere CAD/CAM/PLM solutions provider with over 75 years experience delivering software, training, services and staffing.
About Swoosh Technologies & Solutions, LLC:
Swoosh is a premiere CAD/CAM/CAE/PLM solutions provider with over 75 years experience delivering software, training, services and staffing. We specialize in integrating new PLM solutions into companies so they realize the fastest ROI, as well as assisting companies realize the maximum benefit from their current PLM investments through training, consulting and staffing. Our services mitigate risk associated with software investments.
Company Contact Information
Swoosh Technologies & Solutions, LLC
Larry Dortch
743 Spirit 40 Park Drive
Sutie 226
63005
Phone : (636) 519-4872
http://www.i-newswire.com/swoosh-technologies-and-ims-software/9991
Swoosh Technologies supports companies that manufacture complex parts and assemblies. Machine tool visualization support for 5 axis machining and mill-turn operations is necessary for aerospace machining and the manufacture of precision tooling. The partnership with IMS will enable Swoosh Technologies to deliver solids-based G-code verification necessary for aerospace machining and precision tooling.
"Our application engineers now have at their fingertips a comprehensive set of software tools to further enhance the efficiencies of our customers in the highly competitive aerospace parts supply chain" says Dan Wibbenmeyer, Managing Partner Swoosh Technologies. This agreement will uniquely position Swoosh Technologies with the most extensive set of solutions and services in the PLM space of CAD/CAD/CAE/PDM software tools, NX training, NX Nastran training, CAE consulting, Solid Edge Training, and Engineering staffing.
"Their knowledge of complex aerospace machining makes the partnership with Swoosh Technologies a natural fit. Their application engineers understand the value and utility of our post-processing and G-code verification tools. Best of all, they have the talent to ensure success and return on investment for our mutual customers" says Dan Wrenn, President and co-founder of IMS Software.
What does this mean for you?
. A broader and deeper range of software manufacturing products to meet your business needs.
. A commitment to innovation, ensuring your next-generation technology solutions.
. Mitigate risks associated with PLM software investments in complex machining verification
. Greater support and resources available worldwide.
. A financially strong partner with a long-term strategy for growth.
Our goal is to continue delivering innovative, high-quality products and solutions in our current markets. We will continue to explore opportunities to provide you with additional value in new areas.
For additional information on how this partnership can enhance your PLM investment, visit us at www.swooshtech.com and www.ims-software.com
About
Swoosh Technologies & Solutions, LLC
Swoosh Technologies is a premiere CAD/CAM/PLM solutions provider with over 75 years experience delivering software, training, services and staffing.
About Swoosh Technologies & Solutions, LLC:
Swoosh is a premiere CAD/CAM/CAE/PLM solutions provider with over 75 years experience delivering software, training, services and staffing. We specialize in integrating new PLM solutions into companies so they realize the fastest ROI, as well as assisting companies realize the maximum benefit from their current PLM investments through training, consulting and staffing. Our services mitigate risk associated with software investments.
Company Contact Information
Swoosh Technologies & Solutions, LLC
Larry Dortch
743 Spirit 40 Park Drive
Sutie 226
63005
Phone : (636) 519-4872
http://www.i-newswire.com/swoosh-technologies-and-ims-software/9991
Siemens Energy and Automation offers its SinuTrain solution, a package of CNC training software on CD-ROM that runs with Windows XR To further speed the program-generation protocol, NC programs can be developed and simulated using a direct connection to the company's CAD systems. In this way, mill and lathe operators not only learn the control language commands, but also visualize part programs on PC screens that are identical to actual machine screens.
Additionally, the simulated programs can be used on real machines. Programming language is based on DIN 66025 as well as the company's ShopTurn, ShopMill and ManualTurn products and language commands. The SinuTrain training keyboard features a layout identical to that on the operator panel of the machine tool, and the keyboard is connected to the PC via a USB interface. Online help is offered with the training package, as locations can be linked to the training keyboard and customer CAD systems for rapid program creation.
Siemens, call 847-640-1595, or search www. mmsonline.com/suppliers
CNC Software, Inc. is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2008. The company's Mastercam product is said to have the highest number of CAD/CAM seats installed worldwide, totaling 135,824 at the end of last year. The latest version. Mastercam X3, is scheduled for release in the third quarter of 2008. This version is said to include feature-based machining, new high speed tool motion and faster toolpath generation capabilities as well as other enhancements.
CNC Software is also expanding its headquarters in Tolland, Connecticut to a total of 50,000 square feet. A 12,000-square-feet addition will include office space and house a larger R&D machine shop. The company plans to add a turn/mill machine, a Swiss-type lathe and a router to the shop's current lineup of five-axis and three-axis machine tools.
The Tolland campus will feature a 72-kW photovoltaic solar array that the company hopes will generate 25 percent of the electricity that the facility requires. Other energy-conserving and environmentally friendly measures the company has adopted in its building include geothermal heating and cooling; radiant floor heating; spray foam insulation; T8 fluorescent lighting; and low-VOC paint and carpet. The company says it has taken these measures not only to reduce energy costs, but also to provide a healthy work environment for its employees.
For more information from Mastercam/CNC Software, call 860-875-5006 or search MMSOnline.
CNC Software, Tolland, CT, developer of Mastercam CAD/CAM software, announced that the winner of its Innovator of the Future contest for the 2007/2008 school year is Bernie Sievers, a student in the Advanced Manufacturing Program at Vincennes University, Vincennes, IN.
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The contest is designed to help introduce students to real-world manufacturing by asking them to produce a specific part that would be judged by a guest from the manufacturing industry. The IOF contest required entrants to design and cut a steering wheel. Each contestant also had to submit a written description of the part, such as the inspiration for the design, the materials used, and other specifications.
The guest celebrity judge for IOF 2007/2008 was the late Boyd Codding-ton, known to many from the popular TLC show American Hot Rod.
Runner-up was Kenyon Burrell from Eastern Arizona College, Thatcher, AZ. His design integrated both aesthetics and ergonomics in a steering wheel. Alex Beranek and Jordan Hinkson, both from Kenmore Middle School, Arlington, VA, had honorable mentions with their biohazard symbol steering wheel.
CNC panel workers to get CAD/CAM software
A woodworking and panel processing equipment manufacturer has comissioned a software developer to produce a series of CAD/CAM modules for its advanced CNC production machines.
Leading design-to-manufacturing software developer Alphacam has been commissioned by woodworking and panel processing equipment manufacturer SCM to develop a series of CAD/CAM modules specifically for its range of advanced CNC production machines.
Designated the SCM Pro series, the new software builds on the proven strengths of Alphacam's woodworking applications with a series of new features aimed at maximising the productivity of SCM's comprehensive range of routers, machining centres, panel sizing and moulding machines.
At the heart of the new software's capabilities are its intuitive operation, familiar Windows-based interface and the requirement for only minimal user training.
"The selection of Alphacam to develop software to complement the capabilities of our production equipment was a logical extension to an already strong relationship," said SCM's sales director Mike King.
"The company's long experience of supplying benchmark solutions for woodworking industry customers closely matches our own.
Like us, Alphacam is recognised as a technology leader in its chosen field." Alphacam's managing director, Ian Scott agreed.
"SCM has been a leading manufacturer of woodworking machinery for 50 years, with a product range that covers everything from equipment for small woodworking shops, through to custom-engineered, high volume integrated production lines.
We are delighted to have been chosen to develop this new range of manufacturing software on SCM's behalf." SCM ProDOOR, the first of the new series of SCM software applications, is already available.
It is supplied with an in-built library of 10 door styles and provides users with powerful functionality to simplify the specification and processing of all aspects of door production - including product sizing, cut-outs for glazing apertures and letter plates, hinge and lock recessing, and hole drilling for handles and spy holes.
The software is supplied complete with one day's on-site training and 12 month's software support.
Further members of the SCM Pro series are already in development - with modules geared to the production of windows, stairs and cabinets scheduled for release over the coming months.
* About Alphacam - Alphacam provides world-class CAD/CAM software for the engineering, woodworking and stone markets from 2D parts through to complex 5-Axis applications and offers a significant return on investment.
Alphacam is a principal brand of the Planit group.
Planit is a global supplier of design and manufacturing software for the engineering, woodworking and stone industries.
The company provides its customers with products and services that enable them to improve the productivity of their machine tools, shorten design and manufacturing time, optimise material usage and deliver high quality goods and services to their customers.
Planit's solutions are best-in-class within their respective markets and are integral to the success of thousands of companies of every size around the globe.
* About SCM - with a 50-year track record of success, SCM is recognised as one of the world's leading producers of woodworking and panel processing equipment.
The group's 3000 employees, many employed in its 20 Italian based factories - where the equipment is designed and manufactured - are supported by 25 worldwide subsidiaries selling machines for small woodworking companies up to CNC machining centres and high production integrated cells and lines.
The group is certified to ISO 9001 quality standards and exports more than 70% of its total equipment output.
A woodworking and panel processing equipment manufacturer has comissioned a software developer to produce a series of CAD/CAM modules for its advanced CNC production machines.
Leading design-to-manufacturing software developer Alphacam has been commissioned by woodworking and panel processing equipment manufacturer SCM to develop a series of CAD/CAM modules specifically for its range of advanced CNC production machines.
Designated the SCM Pro series, the new software builds on the proven strengths of Alphacam's woodworking applications with a series of new features aimed at maximising the productivity of SCM's comprehensive range of routers, machining centres, panel sizing and moulding machines.
At the heart of the new software's capabilities are its intuitive operation, familiar Windows-based interface and the requirement for only minimal user training.
"The selection of Alphacam to develop software to complement the capabilities of our production equipment was a logical extension to an already strong relationship," said SCM's sales director Mike King.
"The company's long experience of supplying benchmark solutions for woodworking industry customers closely matches our own.
Like us, Alphacam is recognised as a technology leader in its chosen field." Alphacam's managing director, Ian Scott agreed.
"SCM has been a leading manufacturer of woodworking machinery for 50 years, with a product range that covers everything from equipment for small woodworking shops, through to custom-engineered, high volume integrated production lines.
We are delighted to have been chosen to develop this new range of manufacturing software on SCM's behalf." SCM ProDOOR, the first of the new series of SCM software applications, is already available.
It is supplied with an in-built library of 10 door styles and provides users with powerful functionality to simplify the specification and processing of all aspects of door production - including product sizing, cut-outs for glazing apertures and letter plates, hinge and lock recessing, and hole drilling for handles and spy holes.
The software is supplied complete with one day's on-site training and 12 month's software support.
Further members of the SCM Pro series are already in development - with modules geared to the production of windows, stairs and cabinets scheduled for release over the coming months.
* About Alphacam - Alphacam provides world-class CAD/CAM software for the engineering, woodworking and stone markets from 2D parts through to complex 5-Axis applications and offers a significant return on investment.
Alphacam is a principal brand of the Planit group.
Planit is a global supplier of design and manufacturing software for the engineering, woodworking and stone industries.
The company provides its customers with products and services that enable them to improve the productivity of their machine tools, shorten design and manufacturing time, optimise material usage and deliver high quality goods and services to their customers.
Planit's solutions are best-in-class within their respective markets and are integral to the success of thousands of companies of every size around the globe.
* About SCM - with a 50-year track record of success, SCM is recognised as one of the world's leading producers of woodworking and panel processing equipment.
The group's 3000 employees, many employed in its 20 Italian based factories - where the equipment is designed and manufactured - are supported by 25 worldwide subsidiaries selling machines for small woodworking companies up to CNC machining centres and high production integrated cells and lines.
The group is certified to ISO 9001 quality standards and exports more than 70% of its total equipment output.
Complex turning and real-time speed simulation feature CNC machining software that includes automatic gouge detection for simultaneous 5-axis machining.
MachineWorks, supplier of the leading toolkit for CNC simulation and verification, has announced the release of its latest version, MachineWorks 4.v6.
with original facilities for supporting full machine simulation and a significant improvement to the breadth and performance of rendering.
* Complex turning - MachineWorks v6.4 includes innovative support for full machine simulation with particular emphasis on complex turning simulations.
"One of the reasons why market leaders choose MachineWorks to add the latest simulations into their applications is because of the advanced solutions MachineWorks can offer for the latest CNC machining," commented David Manley, managing director.
* Real time speed simulation - MachineWorks has developed enhanced hardware acceleration of rendering resulting in a significant improvement in the performance of simulation.
Mike Nicholson, sales and marketing director said, "We have made considerable efforts towards achieving machine tool simulation in real time.
In our opinion simulation will become standard on all CNC controllers and the speed factor is going to have a big impact on the development of simulation on controllers".
* Automatic gouge detection for simultaneous 5-axis machining - MachineWorks has now extended their automatic gouge detection to continuous 5-axis milling cuts.
Less input from operators is necessary thanks to intelligent features like on-the-fly gouge detection.
Due the complex nature of 5-axis simulation, MachineWorks put a great development effort in order to make clever features work simply.
Some of the numerous features of version 6.4 include a much greater flexibility to handle input geometry models including open solids.
Also the addition of 'render objects' across all engines to allow applications to render their own geometry and annotation objects.
* About MachineWorks - MachineWorks technology sets the standard for CNC simulation and verification component software in the industry.
Our toolkit has been adopted by software and hardware OEMs looking for a solution that combines speed, accuracy and stability.
It is ideally suited for complex machining simulation, clash detection and full machine simulation.
MachineWorks, supplier of the leading toolkit for CNC simulation and verification, has announced the release of its latest version, MachineWorks 4.v6.
with original facilities for supporting full machine simulation and a significant improvement to the breadth and performance of rendering.
* Complex turning - MachineWorks v6.4 includes innovative support for full machine simulation with particular emphasis on complex turning simulations.
"One of the reasons why market leaders choose MachineWorks to add the latest simulations into their applications is because of the advanced solutions MachineWorks can offer for the latest CNC machining," commented David Manley, managing director.
* Real time speed simulation - MachineWorks has developed enhanced hardware acceleration of rendering resulting in a significant improvement in the performance of simulation.
Mike Nicholson, sales and marketing director said, "We have made considerable efforts towards achieving machine tool simulation in real time.
In our opinion simulation will become standard on all CNC controllers and the speed factor is going to have a big impact on the development of simulation on controllers".
* Automatic gouge detection for simultaneous 5-axis machining - MachineWorks has now extended their automatic gouge detection to continuous 5-axis milling cuts.
Less input from operators is necessary thanks to intelligent features like on-the-fly gouge detection.
Due the complex nature of 5-axis simulation, MachineWorks put a great development effort in order to make clever features work simply.
Some of the numerous features of version 6.4 include a much greater flexibility to handle input geometry models including open solids.
Also the addition of 'render objects' across all engines to allow applications to render their own geometry and annotation objects.
* About MachineWorks - MachineWorks technology sets the standard for CNC simulation and verification component software in the industry.
Our toolkit has been adopted by software and hardware OEMs looking for a solution that combines speed, accuracy and stability.
It is ideally suited for complex machining simulation, clash detection and full machine simulation.
CNC simulation software reduces prove out time for any NC machine tool program, by improving verification through visualising in real-time the whole machining operation - including workholding.
Reduced prove out time for any NC machine tool program through improved verification is the key productivity benefit of new SoftMachines CNC simulation software from simulation technology specialist, Applied Computing and Engineering.
The software allows NC programmers and operators to visualise in real-time the entire machining operation including tools, fixtures, palletisers and parts.
Soft Machines provides a cost-effective alternative to dry runs on the production floor.
It operates exactly like a real machine.
By executing G and M codes on simulated machines, tools, parts and fixtures, the software provides an accurate verification of the part program before it is run on the real machine.
"If a machine tool manufacturer can build it, Soft Machines can simulate it.
This frees the machine tool for production and eliminates the risk and disruption of equipment damage due to collisions," says Stewart Allinson, managing director, Applied Computing and Engineering.
Based on an exact representation of the user's machine tool, Soft Machines includes full machine kinematics, tool changers, optional material handling equipment and a machine controller emulator.
Tool assemblies can be loaded from existing databases or created from libraries of individual tools, adapters and tool holders.
Valuable productivity information - the CNC simulation software also provides valuable productivity information about the machining process.
Users are able to validate cycle time, feed rates and tool change routines.
Costly collisions can be detected and corrected before the actual machining process begins.
If an adjustment is necessary, the simulation routine can be stopped, corrected and then restarted from that point.
There is no need to repeat the entire program.
Easy to use - Soft Machines is intuitive and easy to use.
Tooling information is entered graphically and stored in tooling libraries.
Machine set-up is quick.
Parts and fixtures are imported into Soft Machines from existing CAD databases.
The machine code data requires no modification before it is loaded.
Once the program is executed, machining errors are automatically logged in a detailed error report.
Soft Machines is available on graphic workstations from Hewlett Packard, IBM, Silicon Graphics and Sun Microsystems.
Reduced prove out time for any NC machine tool program through improved verification is the key productivity benefit of new SoftMachines CNC simulation software from simulation technology specialist, Applied Computing and Engineering.
The software allows NC programmers and operators to visualise in real-time the entire machining operation including tools, fixtures, palletisers and parts.
Soft Machines provides a cost-effective alternative to dry runs on the production floor.
It operates exactly like a real machine.
By executing G and M codes on simulated machines, tools, parts and fixtures, the software provides an accurate verification of the part program before it is run on the real machine.
"If a machine tool manufacturer can build it, Soft Machines can simulate it.
This frees the machine tool for production and eliminates the risk and disruption of equipment damage due to collisions," says Stewart Allinson, managing director, Applied Computing and Engineering.
Based on an exact representation of the user's machine tool, Soft Machines includes full machine kinematics, tool changers, optional material handling equipment and a machine controller emulator.
Tool assemblies can be loaded from existing databases or created from libraries of individual tools, adapters and tool holders.
Valuable productivity information - the CNC simulation software also provides valuable productivity information about the machining process.
Users are able to validate cycle time, feed rates and tool change routines.
Costly collisions can be detected and corrected before the actual machining process begins.
If an adjustment is necessary, the simulation routine can be stopped, corrected and then restarted from that point.
There is no need to repeat the entire program.
Easy to use - Soft Machines is intuitive and easy to use.
Tooling information is entered graphically and stored in tooling libraries.
Machine set-up is quick.
Parts and fixtures are imported into Soft Machines from existing CAD databases.
The machine code data requires no modification before it is loaded.
Once the program is executed, machining errors are automatically logged in a detailed error report.
Soft Machines is available on graphic workstations from Hewlett Packard, IBM, Silicon Graphics and Sun Microsystems.
CNC Software package combines CAD/CAM and motion
CNC Software package designed exclusively to run motors in 3D coordinated motion, combines features of a CAD/CAM and a motion-control software package into a novel graphical user interface.
Animatics has released JenCNC, a full-featured 3D CNC Software package designed exclusively to run Animatics SmartMotors.
It combines features of both a CAD/CAM and a Motion-Control Software package into a unique graphical user interface for controlling 2 to 4 SmartMotors in true 3D coordinated motion.
With real time 2D and 3D plotting to the screen, DXF-to-G-Code conversion and conversational G-Code building, this is just the beginning to get a CNC machine up and running in no time.
JenCNC utilizes a simple serial interface to communicate and control SmartMotors.
With custom tailored algorithms, motion is optimized for smooth control and continuous operation for all machining needs.
With it's ability to run in a constant vector velocity regardless of changes in direction, the software is ideal where dispensing or flow rate of glue or adhesives is critical to a given process.
JenCNC has been built upon 3 years of in-field testing and customer feedback in real-world applications including: * Routers.
* Hot-wire EPS foam cutting.
* Plasma cutting.
* Machining forms for vacuum-form molding of plastics.
* Milling machine retrofits.
* Sign making.
* Engraving.
* CNC drilling.
* Gasket cutting.
* Adhesive applicators.
Our goal is to continuously add to its capabilities according to the needs and demands of customers to provide the best possible solution for any need that may arise.
Overview of just some of the features that increase throughput and quality: * Upon Start-up, JenCNC automatically detects motors and does a system update if any motor was changed out.
* A full machine settings window allows for customization to physical dimensions of the machining space.
* Machine tolerance levels can be set to ensure no product damage occurs in the unlikely event of motor drop-out or path divergence.
* Slow-down proportional-to-angle is a feature that can be tailored to minimize machining time while providing the best surface finish thru sharp turns.
* Customizable G-Codes for user-defined tooling positions.
* Customizable M-Codes for I/O control and SmartMotor Commands or Subroutine calls.
* Ability to call G-Code subroutines.
* Ability to repeat a section of G-code a user definable number of times.
* Z-Axis (tool length) offsets.
* SAE or metric scaling.
* On-screen and keyboard real-time jogging.
* Auto-detection of Windows compatible Joystick for Jog control.
* Menu selectable Inputs set-up window.
* Wait-On-Input definable M-Codes.
* Customizable outputs assignable to user-definable M-Codes.
* CMM probing for setting tool offset.
* Automatically send user defined SmartMotor commands on boot-up.
* Terminal screen diagnostics page for testing/troubleshooting.
* User selectable homing routines with configurable offsets.
* Advanced settings screen includes events setup for E-Stop conditions.
* Simulation mode (dry run).
Animatics Corporation is the world leader in integrated motion control.
Animatics is located in the heart of Silicon Valley and designs, manufactures, and markets motion control products for industries ranging from semiconductor, nuclear, automotive and machine tool to traditional industries such as CNC.
Animatics' strength lies in using technological innovation to meet complete solutions for motion control.
CNC Software package designed exclusively to run motors in 3D coordinated motion, combines features of a CAD/CAM and a motion-control software package into a novel graphical user interface.
Animatics has released JenCNC, a full-featured 3D CNC Software package designed exclusively to run Animatics SmartMotors.
It combines features of both a CAD/CAM and a Motion-Control Software package into a unique graphical user interface for controlling 2 to 4 SmartMotors in true 3D coordinated motion.
With real time 2D and 3D plotting to the screen, DXF-to-G-Code conversion and conversational G-Code building, this is just the beginning to get a CNC machine up and running in no time.
JenCNC utilizes a simple serial interface to communicate and control SmartMotors.
With custom tailored algorithms, motion is optimized for smooth control and continuous operation for all machining needs.
With it's ability to run in a constant vector velocity regardless of changes in direction, the software is ideal where dispensing or flow rate of glue or adhesives is critical to a given process.
JenCNC has been built upon 3 years of in-field testing and customer feedback in real-world applications including: * Routers.
* Hot-wire EPS foam cutting.
* Plasma cutting.
* Machining forms for vacuum-form molding of plastics.
* Milling machine retrofits.
* Sign making.
* Engraving.
* CNC drilling.
* Gasket cutting.
* Adhesive applicators.
Our goal is to continuously add to its capabilities according to the needs and demands of customers to provide the best possible solution for any need that may arise.
Overview of just some of the features that increase throughput and quality: * Upon Start-up, JenCNC automatically detects motors and does a system update if any motor was changed out.
* A full machine settings window allows for customization to physical dimensions of the machining space.
* Machine tolerance levels can be set to ensure no product damage occurs in the unlikely event of motor drop-out or path divergence.
* Slow-down proportional-to-angle is a feature that can be tailored to minimize machining time while providing the best surface finish thru sharp turns.
* Customizable G-Codes for user-defined tooling positions.
* Customizable M-Codes for I/O control and SmartMotor Commands or Subroutine calls.
* Ability to call G-Code subroutines.
* Ability to repeat a section of G-code a user definable number of times.
* Z-Axis (tool length) offsets.
* SAE or metric scaling.
* On-screen and keyboard real-time jogging.
* Auto-detection of Windows compatible Joystick for Jog control.
* Menu selectable Inputs set-up window.
* Wait-On-Input definable M-Codes.
* Customizable outputs assignable to user-definable M-Codes.
* CMM probing for setting tool offset.
* Automatically send user defined SmartMotor commands on boot-up.
* Terminal screen diagnostics page for testing/troubleshooting.
* User selectable homing routines with configurable offsets.
* Advanced settings screen includes events setup for E-Stop conditions.
* Simulation mode (dry run).
Animatics Corporation is the world leader in integrated motion control.
Animatics is located in the heart of Silicon Valley and designs, manufactures, and markets motion control products for industries ranging from semiconductor, nuclear, automotive and machine tool to traditional industries such as CNC.
Animatics' strength lies in using technological innovation to meet complete solutions for motion control.
Machinery visited Mills CNC in June to hear about the changes and rebranding since a management buyout last year. It's no mere superficial 'paint job', as he discoveredThe term 'rebrand' is sometimes met dismissively and viewed as a shallow change billed as something with more substance. There's no way of telling, unless you either see or experience the elements that sit behind it first hand. But there is substance behind the recent rebrand of 66-employee, £34 million turnover Mills Manufacturing Technology as Mills CNC, announced in January this year, with more than £100,000 cash invested to underpin it.The change of name, explains sales and marketing director David Andrew, and one of four directors of the company which underwent a management buyout on 29 August last year, is because it more precisely reflects what the company does. "I often used to receive phone calls from potential suppliers asking us what it is we make, because the word 'manufacturing' in the company name implied that we were involved in manufacturing." In fact, Mills CNC was already the website name, and, as managing director Nick Frampton adds: "We were keen to stamp a new identity on the company to underline the change of management. We have a lot of ideas about how to take the company forward, plus it helped drive a step-change in company culture."
To stay at the visible level for a little longer, together with the name change has come a new logo, which, through the colours used, links the company directly with the machine tool colours of its principal, Doosan; and there's also a three-colour graphic comprised of the same colours and representing an 'M', in an Expressionist-type design – a consistent theme throughout branded staff clothing, marketing materials, and even posters and artwork, which are liberally distributed throughout the company's Leamington Spa, Warks, headquarters and showroom. Even company mobile phones display the three-colour logo, as do the umbrellas that protect customers as they travel between the company's two buildings.
Improved customer facilities in its showroom area take in an expanded reception/visitor coffee area on a mezzanine overlooking the showroom; extra discussion/break-out rooms at mezzanine and ground level, equipped with IT infrastructure; plus a central kitchen resource, complete with Sky TV, on the ground level.
The ground-level training room has seen the installation of an interactive white board, but is due for a complete refurbishment to bring it into line with the other, adjacent, high specification facilities. "We have what we believe to be the best facility in the UK machine tool industry, without being ostentatious about it," offers Mr Frampton.
http://www.machinery.co.uk/article/19247/Rebrand-not-skin-deep.aspx
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Mori Seiki's NMV-3000 DCG |
For Mori Seiki, orders for machine tools have fallen off slightly since 2007, but the company is optimistic and preparing for the economic upswing it predicts will happen sometime around mid 2010.
“Now is a very good time for us to think about the future and to invest in it,” said Dr. Masahiko Mori, CEO of Mori Seiki. “Companies that have been working hard up until the recession should have some reserve funds available for such investments and should be focusing on the upswing.”
For Mori Seiki, investing for the economic upswing includes a new state-ofthe- art research and development center, several new and innovative machine designs, a new machine control system, and new pallet system software.
Mori Seiki recently opened its 70,000-sq-ft Digital Technology Laboratory (DTL) in Davis, Calif. The facility is both environmentally and technologically advanced, and features a dedicated thermal isolation chamber, vibration dampening floors, solar power and space to house dozens of machine tools along with a showroom and offices.
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The Digital Technology Laboratory does all the performance analysis of Mori Seiki machines. |
The facility has acquired a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEEDS) Gold Certification. That means the building not only conserves energy and water, it improves the health and safety for both occupants and the community at large.
Adam Hansel, president of DTL, said the facility is located close to Western U.S. customers and serves as the company’s West Coast/Mountain area headquarters.
But, most important, DTL conducts all the analysis of Mori Seiki machines, even those designed at the company’s facilities in Japan.
One notable machine design DTL analyzed was the company’s soon-to-be-released NMV-1500 5-axis vertical machining center. As the smallest machine in a series, the NMV-1500 is geared for high-level processing of small, complex five-axis parts, such as impellers. In fact, the company has already received requests for the machine from shops striving to reduce their impeller machining cycle times to less than five minutes per impeller, which the machine has accomplished in testing.
To achieve the fastest possible partprocessing times, Mori Seiki equipped the NMV-1500 with a 40,000-rpm spindle and optimized the machine’s structure and kinematics. DTL conducted extensive analysis on the NMV-1500 to optimize the machine to the greatest degree possible, and testing focused mainly on the dynamics and rigidity of the machine’s design.
The NMV-1500 will have a pallet system or the option for gantry loading from the top. It is a box-in-box construction that includes an octagonal ram and direct-drive motors in all its rotary axes.
Two other machines resulting from Mori Seiki’s investment in the upswing are the NMV-3000 DCG and the NT-1000. The NMV-3000 is the latest in the company’s multi-axis vertical machining center lineup. It builds on the highly successful design of the NMV-5000 DCG by providing both high-precision machining and ease of use in a compact machine platform. Its X-axis travels 19.68 in. to accommodate workpieces weighing as much as 220 lb.
As the smallest in Mori Seiki’s integrated NT Series machines, the NT-1000 mill-turn is a compact multi-tasking machine with a footprint measuring only 58 sq-ft. The machine is well suited for high-precision medical workpieces.
Another noteworthy machine is Mori Seiki’s NM-1000 ultra-precision machine. Mainly because it was developed entirely by DTL engineers and uses diamond milling or scribing tools to machine part features accurately in micron ranges and generates nanometer- level surface finishes.
On yet another machine technology note, Mori Seiki is offering what’s known as Zero-Chip technology. To eliminate the chip disposal and cleanup issues associated with bridgetype machines, a Zero-Chip system evacuates chips by sucking them up through the machine’s spindle right where the metal cutting takes place.
As investments in controls and software, Mori Seiki developed the MAPPS IV control system and LPS-III cell controller software. LPS-III, with an endof- 2009 release date, will help shops manage their pallet pool systems better. Innovative functions of the software include material management, fixture management, capacity planning, and improved manned/unmanned operations. With this software, Mori Seiki’s goal is not only to increase a shop’s spindle utilization, but also the throughput of parts that can be assembled, shipped and invoiced.
Mori Seiki’s new MAPPS IV control features both a built-in CAM system and post processor. The built-in Esprit CAM system, from DP Technology, comes standard for high-volume machines, and Mori Seiki will pre-install a proven post processor.
Also new to the control is the addition of vertical soft keys on the operator control panel for better operability, and there’s a button for CAM. Operators can do CAM simulations right at the machine.
Other MAPPS IV features are MAPPS ACT (advanced communication technology), which requires only one Ethernet/ IP cable to run other devices such as robots, Mori-Net advanced monitoring system that turns a PC into a plant controller and allows for remote maintenance that’s connected to Mori Seiki’s service center, e-mail notifications of machine status, manuals and maintenance information within the control, and an internal/external monitoring function for handling internal and external cameras for machine monitoring.
http://www.americanmachinist.com/304/Issue/Article/False/84570/Issue
A CNC specialist from the north-east of England has sang the praises of new production control software which is aiding it in its progression as a company.
Durham Precision Engineering has announced its partnership with Glasgow-based IT firm Berkeley Myles, which produces ProgressPlus in order to streamline operations on the firm’s shopfloor.
Kevin McEneny, the managing director of the firm, said the investment was solid as it provided the same options as larger systems on the market targeted at those using CNC machines and turning centres.
He continued: “I have been extremely impressed by the operational efficiency that ProgressPlus brings to the business and it is certainly one of the best packages that I have come across, with an excellent front end and user interface.”
ProgressPlus specialises in aiding manufacturers which specialise in injection moulding, toolmaking and ceramic machining, with the firm beginning its trading in 1996 and serving thousands of customers throughout the UK.
http://www.progress-plus.co.uk/
Durham Precision Engineering has announced its partnership with Glasgow-based IT firm Berkeley Myles, which produces ProgressPlus in order to streamline operations on the firm’s shopfloor.
Kevin McEneny, the managing director of the firm, said the investment was solid as it provided the same options as larger systems on the market targeted at those using CNC machines and turning centres.
He continued: “I have been extremely impressed by the operational efficiency that ProgressPlus brings to the business and it is certainly one of the best packages that I have come across, with an excellent front end and user interface.”
ProgressPlus specialises in aiding manufacturers which specialise in injection moulding, toolmaking and ceramic machining, with the firm beginning its trading in 1996 and serving thousands of customers throughout the UK.
http://www.progress-plus.co.uk/
The Prodigy family of motion cards now has board-level C-Motion® programming, expanded design flexibility, and extended connectivity options.
Lincoln, Massachusetts, USA - Performance Motion Devices, Inc. (PMD) announces the newest addition to its latest advancement in the Prodigy® family of motion cards, the Prodigy/CME PCI card. Just like PMD's PC/104 and Stand-Alone card options, the new programmable PCI card provides machine designers the capability to download and run motion programs directly on the cards. This new capability off-loads the PC host and increases the flexibility to distribute motion programs throughout the machine.
The Prodigy/CME PCI card is an ideal solution for demanding scientific, automation, industrial, and robotic applications. These motion control cards support multiple motor types, including DC brush, brushless DC, microstepping, and step motors. Prodigy/CME PCI cards are available in 1, 2, 3, and 4-axis versions and are designed in surface mount technology. PMD's development software ships with each card, and includes Pro-Motion® GUI, C-Motion® API, and VB-Motion®.
C-Motion® Engine
Programming is made easy with C-Motion®, a source code library of motion commands for development of C/C++ programs that run on the Prodigy Motion Cards. PMD's C-Motion® Engine stores and independently runs the downloaded motion control code on the Prodigy Motion Cards.
Prodigy cards provide high performance board-level motion control for scientific, industrial, robotic, and general purpose automation applications. These cards support multiple motor types including DC brush, brushless DC, step, and microstepping motors, and are available in 1, 2, 3, and 4-axis versions. Based on PMD's industry leading Magellan® Motion Processor, the Prodigy cards provide user-selectable profile modes including S-curve, trapezoidal, velocity contouring, and electronic gearing. Servo loop compensation utilizes a full 32-bit position error, PID with velocity and acceleration feedforward, integration limit and dual biquad filters for sophisticated control of complex loads. Prodigy Motion Cards come with serial, CAN and Ethernet communications options. The new motion cards are available in OEM quantities starting at $575.
o Board-level C-Motion program execution
o Uses PMD's advanced Magellan Motion Control IC
o High-speed servo loop rate: 50 µsec/axis
o Available in 1, 2, 3, & 4 axis versions with user selectable motor type by axis
o C-Motion® Engine peak performance : 96 MIPS with 256kB of code space
o High-speed motion trace for servo tuning diagnostics (up to 64 KB)
o S-curve, trapezoidal, electronic gearing, and user-generated profile modes
o Motor Command: 16-bit analog, pulse & direction, PWM
o Incremental and parallel encoder input
o Dual loop encoder feature
o PID filter with velocity and acceleration feedforward and dual biquad filters
Prodigy I/O
o 2 limit switch inputs / axis
o 2 high speed capture inputs / axis
o 1 dedicated output / axis
o 8 general purpose digital inputs
o 8 general purpose digital outputs
o 8 general purpose analog inputs
Performance Motion Devices, Inc.
(PMD) provides OEMs worldwide with innovative, high performance chip, card, and drive based motion control solutions. With over 2.5 million installed axes, PMD has the motion control expertise to simplify customer's designs and lower overall costs. PMD products are used to control brush, brushless and stepping motors in the medical, commercial and industrial markets.
Lincoln, Massachusetts, USA - Performance Motion Devices, Inc. (PMD) announces the newest addition to its latest advancement in the Prodigy® family of motion cards, the Prodigy/CME PCI card. Just like PMD's PC/104 and Stand-Alone card options, the new programmable PCI card provides machine designers the capability to download and run motion programs directly on the cards. This new capability off-loads the PC host and increases the flexibility to distribute motion programs throughout the machine.
The Prodigy/CME PCI card is an ideal solution for demanding scientific, automation, industrial, and robotic applications. These motion control cards support multiple motor types, including DC brush, brushless DC, microstepping, and step motors. Prodigy/CME PCI cards are available in 1, 2, 3, and 4-axis versions and are designed in surface mount technology. PMD's development software ships with each card, and includes Pro-Motion® GUI, C-Motion® API, and VB-Motion®.
C-Motion® Engine
Programming is made easy with C-Motion®, a source code library of motion commands for development of C/C++ programs that run on the Prodigy Motion Cards. PMD's C-Motion® Engine stores and independently runs the downloaded motion control code on the Prodigy Motion Cards.
Prodigy cards provide high performance board-level motion control for scientific, industrial, robotic, and general purpose automation applications. These cards support multiple motor types including DC brush, brushless DC, step, and microstepping motors, and are available in 1, 2, 3, and 4-axis versions. Based on PMD's industry leading Magellan® Motion Processor, the Prodigy cards provide user-selectable profile modes including S-curve, trapezoidal, velocity contouring, and electronic gearing. Servo loop compensation utilizes a full 32-bit position error, PID with velocity and acceleration feedforward, integration limit and dual biquad filters for sophisticated control of complex loads. Prodigy Motion Cards come with serial, CAN and Ethernet communications options. The new motion cards are available in OEM quantities starting at $575.
o Board-level C-Motion program execution
o Uses PMD's advanced Magellan Motion Control IC
o High-speed servo loop rate: 50 µsec/axis
o Available in 1, 2, 3, & 4 axis versions with user selectable motor type by axis
o C-Motion® Engine peak performance : 96 MIPS with 256kB of code space
o High-speed motion trace for servo tuning diagnostics (up to 64 KB)
o S-curve, trapezoidal, electronic gearing, and user-generated profile modes
o Motor Command: 16-bit analog, pulse & direction, PWM
o Incremental and parallel encoder input
o Dual loop encoder feature
o PID filter with velocity and acceleration feedforward and dual biquad filters
Prodigy I/O
o 2 limit switch inputs / axis
o 2 high speed capture inputs / axis
o 1 dedicated output / axis
o 8 general purpose digital inputs
o 8 general purpose digital outputs
o 8 general purpose analog inputs
Performance Motion Devices, Inc.
(PMD) provides OEMs worldwide with innovative, high performance chip, card, and drive based motion control solutions. With over 2.5 million installed axes, PMD has the motion control expertise to simplify customer's designs and lower overall costs. PMD products are used to control brush, brushless and stepping motors in the medical, commercial and industrial markets.
Over 20 partners in 15 countries will be taking part in the exercise, with representatives in Russia, Indonesia, UAE, Thailand, Hong Kong, the US and South Korea all highlighting the benefits of adopting the technology.
CNC software expert Delcam is to preview the latest version of its new program, PowerMILL 10, through a series of webinars with a number of its international sales partners.
Delcam's announcement for the precision engineering industry follows the announcement that PowerMILL 10 now offers the fastest-ever programming through a combination of multi-threading technology and background-processing.
it is hope that plenty of users around the world will use the British CNC machining software, which eliminates waiting time for the user by preparing strategies and parameters for four operation in the foreground while analysing and calculating toolpaths behind it.
Businesses interested in seeing the power of Delcam's technology are encouraged to get in touch with the firm, as it is regularly expanding its list of sessions and locations.
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CNC software expert Delcam is to preview the latest version of its new program, PowerMILL 10, through a series of webinars with a number of its international sales partners.
Delcam's announcement for the precision engineering industry follows the announcement that PowerMILL 10 now offers the fastest-ever programming through a combination of multi-threading technology and background-processing.
it is hope that plenty of users around the world will use the British CNC machining software, which eliminates waiting time for the user by preparing strategies and parameters for four operation in the foreground while analysing and calculating toolpaths behind it.
Businesses interested in seeing the power of Delcam's technology are encouraged to get in touch with the firm, as it is regularly expanding its list of sessions and locations.
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ProNest 2010 nesting software incorporates comprehensive improvements to standard features, optional modules, and machine setups. The upgrade allows MTC Software to pursue new business opportunities in several market segments, as well as benefit its current customer base.
“ProNest 2010 includes some really nice enhancements to our standard features,” said Oliver Goettsche, sales manager of MTC Software’s North America region. “For instance, users have a lot more control when working with CAD files. Unwanted layers can be deleted, entities can be re-assigned to a different process—there is a lot more you can do now.” Goettsche continues, “[ProNest 2010] also features a third nesting criteria called Class, which gives users more control over how a nest is processed. Also, a new archiving tool allows users a fast and easy way to back up all of their valuable ProNest settings for safekeeping. Generally speaking, ProNest 2010 provides better control over many aspects of CAD import and nesting.”
Many of ProNest’s optional modules have been upgraded, including Collision Avoidance, Pipe, Plate Inventory, Skeleton Cut-Up, and Bevel. In addition, expanded support for different types of machines and controllers has been a significant part of product development. “We’re also really pleased to make many new enhanced machine setups available to users,” Goettsche states. “These setups can provide significantly better cut quality and productivity and are available for all common plasma (Hypertherm, Kaliburn, etc), laser (Trumpf, Cincinnati, Mitsubishi, etc), and waterjet systems (Flow, OMAX, etc). All in all, this release offers a lot of value and will continue to help our customers lead the field in the industries that they serve.”
Over the last 17 years, ProNest has been the industry’s leading nesting software for all major cutting applications, offering best-in-class performance and reliability with an accessible and easy-to-use design. ProNest provides users with the control and flexibility necessary to increase productivity and profitability, whatever the application. With the latest version of ProNest, MTC Software attempts to build on this legacy. Goettsche concludes, “ProNest 2010 represents another big step forward for us and our customers.”
About MTC Software
MTC Software, with central operations in Lockport, NY, is a brand of Hypertherm, Inc. Established in 1984 to serve the software needs of the CNC sheet and plate processing industry, MTC Software produces software for cutting applications including plasma, laser, oxyfuel, and waterjet. Products include nesting software (ProNest, TurboNest), HVAC layout software (Design2Fab), and punch software (GeoPoint).
“ProNest 2010 includes some really nice enhancements to our standard features,” said Oliver Goettsche, sales manager of MTC Software’s North America region. “For instance, users have a lot more control when working with CAD files. Unwanted layers can be deleted, entities can be re-assigned to a different process—there is a lot more you can do now.” Goettsche continues, “[ProNest 2010] also features a third nesting criteria called Class, which gives users more control over how a nest is processed. Also, a new archiving tool allows users a fast and easy way to back up all of their valuable ProNest settings for safekeeping. Generally speaking, ProNest 2010 provides better control over many aspects of CAD import and nesting.”
Many of ProNest’s optional modules have been upgraded, including Collision Avoidance, Pipe, Plate Inventory, Skeleton Cut-Up, and Bevel. In addition, expanded support for different types of machines and controllers has been a significant part of product development. “We’re also really pleased to make many new enhanced machine setups available to users,” Goettsche states. “These setups can provide significantly better cut quality and productivity and are available for all common plasma (Hypertherm, Kaliburn, etc), laser (Trumpf, Cincinnati, Mitsubishi, etc), and waterjet systems (Flow, OMAX, etc). All in all, this release offers a lot of value and will continue to help our customers lead the field in the industries that they serve.”
Over the last 17 years, ProNest has been the industry’s leading nesting software for all major cutting applications, offering best-in-class performance and reliability with an accessible and easy-to-use design. ProNest provides users with the control and flexibility necessary to increase productivity and profitability, whatever the application. With the latest version of ProNest, MTC Software attempts to build on this legacy. Goettsche concludes, “ProNest 2010 represents another big step forward for us and our customers.”
About MTC Software
MTC Software, with central operations in Lockport, NY, is a brand of Hypertherm, Inc. Established in 1984 to serve the software needs of the CNC sheet and plate processing industry, MTC Software produces software for cutting applications including plasma, laser, oxyfuel, and waterjet. Products include nesting software (ProNest, TurboNest), HVAC layout software (Design2Fab), and punch software (GeoPoint).
"We have incorporated lots of new features plus enhancements across the
GibbsCAM product line, but the most significant are those they made for
Advanced 3D High Speed Machining" says Bill Gibbs, founder plus president of
Gibbs plus Associates. "All the additions are geared for ease of use and
productivity, with interface, interoperability, programming, verification and
machine simulation features that decrease programming plus prove-out time for
even the most complex machine-tool configurations."
a leading provider of integrated CAD/CAM solutions for the
toolmaking plus manufacturing industries, announced that Gibbs plus Associates,
developer of GibbsCAM(R), its software for programming CNC machine tools,
will demonstrate its latest version of GibbsCAM at WESTEC 2009, in exhibit
#3268, at the new york Convention Center in california, los angeles, from
March 30 - April 2, 2009.
Advanced 3D HSM (High Speed Machining) Enhancements - These offer
machining styles for smooth entries, exits plus cutting motions, with steep or
shallow angle limits, rest passes, tool-holder collision checking, and
options to alter cutting style, all applicable to multiple applications.
Significant capabilities were added to the lathe modules, but the
greatest enhancement for GibbsCAM 2009 was the addition of machining methods
for multi-surface hard milling plus high speed machining in SolidSurfacer(R),
to provide high quality surface finishes that reduce or eliminate polishing.
- Constant Step Over Cut - User-specified step distance drives this
routine to generate 3D passes with constant separation along a part's
surface, from the outside in, to achieve smooth finishes
through user-controlled steps.
- Flats Cut - This routine automatically recognizes plus machines flat
areas, using minimal distance retraction when moving from five section
of a work piece to another, avoiding work piece features while
minimizing non-cutting motion.
- Lace Cut - Like Constant Step, but cutting in a single direction, this
provides consistently smoother cuts. By using the toolpath filleting
option, also available within other HSM routines, users optimize
smoothness in cutting motion.
- Contour - For finishing plus semi-finishing passes, Contour computes
equal Z increments plus generates toolpaths at the various levels,
automatically providing neat transitions with smooth entries plus exits
from five level to the next.
- Intersections - This automatically identifies seams of a part surface
plus generates toolpath along those seams, following plus conforming to
the part's 3D shape. Additional offset passes generated from the
original seam pass provide a superior surface finish.
- Automatic Core Detection - For machining cores, this automated routine
machines from the outside in, always climb cutting to protect inserted
cutters. Toolpath direction changes automatically from inside to
outside when internal pockets are detected, minimizing need of full-
width or helical ramp-in cuts.
- Improved Pocketing - Like Automatic Core Detection, but specially
geared for cavities, it works from the center outward. By computing
equal Z increments on the model, it generates toolpaths for each level
plus removes large areas of material rapidly.
- Extensive New Lathe Features - These provide greater efficiency through
tool control, plus take advantage of newer high-tech cutting tools to
turn harder materials plus machine smoother surfaces. They include
advanced entries plus exits, entry feed rates, enhanced no-drag, clean-
up pass, multi-pass plunge roughing, notch ramp roughing, offset
contour plus tool edge path contour, threading entry plus tapping tools,
plus groove-tool deflection compensation.
MTM Enhancements to Sync Manager - New additions to Sync Mgr plus Op List
& new Op Mgr associativity make multi-task machining less hard plus more
efficient with the added flexibility.
Additional Enhancements - GibbsCAM 2009 incorporates multiple ease-of-use
& productivity enhancements, including faster toolpath simulation,
visualization features for multiple perspectives, hot keys for fast viewing
options in Cut Part Rendering, updated certification for Windows Vista and
Solid Edge v20, plus lots of additional interoperability plus interface features.
GibbsCAM 2009 shipped to domestic customers at the end of 2008, while the
international version, with localized documentation plus additional
enhancements for simultaneous 5-axis machining, will be shipping through the
first quarter of 2009.
For more information about GibbsCAM plus the GibbsCAM 2009 release, or to
locate your local GibbsCAM reseller, go to http://www.GibbsCAM.com, call
1-800-654-9399, or email info@GibbsCAM.com.
GibbsCAM product line, but the most significant are those they made for
Advanced 3D High Speed Machining" says Bill Gibbs, founder plus president of
Gibbs plus Associates. "All the additions are geared for ease of use and
productivity, with interface, interoperability, programming, verification and
machine simulation features that decrease programming plus prove-out time for
even the most complex machine-tool configurations."
a leading provider of integrated CAD/CAM solutions for the
toolmaking plus manufacturing industries, announced that Gibbs plus Associates,
developer of GibbsCAM(R), its software for programming CNC machine tools,
will demonstrate its latest version of GibbsCAM at WESTEC 2009, in exhibit
#3268, at the new york Convention Center in california, los angeles, from
March 30 - April 2, 2009.
Advanced 3D HSM (High Speed Machining) Enhancements - These offer
machining styles for smooth entries, exits plus cutting motions, with steep or
shallow angle limits, rest passes, tool-holder collision checking, and
options to alter cutting style, all applicable to multiple applications.
Significant capabilities were added to the lathe modules, but the
greatest enhancement for GibbsCAM 2009 was the addition of machining methods
for multi-surface hard milling plus high speed machining in SolidSurfacer(R),
to provide high quality surface finishes that reduce or eliminate polishing.
- Constant Step Over Cut - User-specified step distance drives this
routine to generate 3D passes with constant separation along a part's
surface, from the outside in, to achieve smooth finishes
through user-controlled steps.
- Flats Cut - This routine automatically recognizes plus machines flat
areas, using minimal distance retraction when moving from five section
of a work piece to another, avoiding work piece features while
minimizing non-cutting motion.
- Lace Cut - Like Constant Step, but cutting in a single direction, this
provides consistently smoother cuts. By using the toolpath filleting
option, also available within other HSM routines, users optimize
smoothness in cutting motion.
- Contour - For finishing plus semi-finishing passes, Contour computes
equal Z increments plus generates toolpaths at the various levels,
automatically providing neat transitions with smooth entries plus exits
from five level to the next.
- Intersections - This automatically identifies seams of a part surface
plus generates toolpath along those seams, following plus conforming to
the part's 3D shape. Additional offset passes generated from the
original seam pass provide a superior surface finish.
- Automatic Core Detection - For machining cores, this automated routine
machines from the outside in, always climb cutting to protect inserted
cutters. Toolpath direction changes automatically from inside to
outside when internal pockets are detected, minimizing need of full-
width or helical ramp-in cuts.
- Improved Pocketing - Like Automatic Core Detection, but specially
geared for cavities, it works from the center outward. By computing
equal Z increments on the model, it generates toolpaths for each level
plus removes large areas of material rapidly.
- Extensive New Lathe Features - These provide greater efficiency through
tool control, plus take advantage of newer high-tech cutting tools to
turn harder materials plus machine smoother surfaces. They include
advanced entries plus exits, entry feed rates, enhanced no-drag, clean-
up pass, multi-pass plunge roughing, notch ramp roughing, offset
contour plus tool edge path contour, threading entry plus tapping tools,
plus groove-tool deflection compensation.
MTM Enhancements to Sync Manager - New additions to Sync Mgr plus Op List
& new Op Mgr associativity make multi-task machining less hard plus more
efficient with the added flexibility.
Additional Enhancements - GibbsCAM 2009 incorporates multiple ease-of-use
& productivity enhancements, including faster toolpath simulation,
visualization features for multiple perspectives, hot keys for fast viewing
options in Cut Part Rendering, updated certification for Windows Vista and
Solid Edge v20, plus lots of additional interoperability plus interface features.
GibbsCAM 2009 shipped to domestic customers at the end of 2008, while the
international version, with localized documentation plus additional
enhancements for simultaneous 5-axis machining, will be shipping through the
first quarter of 2009.
For more information about GibbsCAM plus the GibbsCAM 2009 release, or to
locate your local GibbsCAM reseller, go to http://www.GibbsCAM.com, call
1-800-654-9399, or email info@GibbsCAM.com.
To successfully cut the metal and do various processes in manufacturing, we need to use CNC programming since they are a most effective way of doing this work. Many hobbyists are using CNC programming to produce woodworking, metals and foam objects. It is possible to quickly fabricate and manufacture parts we need without hassle, because of the CNC.
Using computer for certain types of operations is what CNC is - to be more exact, a computer numerical control. This is a process that can be applied to lathe, router, foam cutters and laser machines; it can also be applied to mini versions of these types of machines.
Actually, there are two main categories in which the CNC program will be placed, a continuous path positioning category or a point to point category. Usually a computer can execute both types of programming depending on the sophistication of the software program being used. This means that the operator must understand both processes in order to run the machine.
And now I will present you with the explantaion of the categories stated above:
We use point to point positioning category in computer numerical control if we need to tapp, drill, bore or punch. This is a process used to position from one point to another when the machine process is being done. To tell it more directly, it will go from one position to another, no matter how many are there, and it will keep working until the complete process is finished.
In case we use milling or lathe machine, then we need to use continuous path positioning category, which is needed for contouring. It’s just a different name that we use for the same category. Since the cutting tool will move constantly through all points, without stopping, the piece will be completed in one move. This means that the operator has to be able to program the machine so that it continues on several axes at a time and simultaneously.
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Portland, ME, February 11, 2009 - Kepware Technologies, the leader in Communications for Automation, announced today that it has released version 4.5 of KEPServerEX, delivering five New Drivers and offering enhancements to 39 others. The company has also announced enhancements to the core KEPServerEX architecture.
KEPServerEX is the world's leading communications solution for automation, delivered to the market through a variety of OEM, Channel and End User sales. This release delivers support for five new protocols including; Allen Bradley 1609 UPS (support for their Industrial UPS), Beckhoff Twincat (supporting their wide variety of controllers), Cutler-Hammer ELC Ethernet (supporting their controllers), OPTO 22 (supporting SNAP products), and System Monitor (enabling HMI/SCADA products to monitoring the inner workings of the PC they are running on).
In addition to new Drivers, KEPServerEX version 4.5 also delivers enhancements to; Aromat, AB ControlLogix, Cutler-Hammer ELC Serial, Koyo DirectNet, DNP3, Sixnet EtherTrak, Fisher ROC, ROC Plus, GE CCM, GE SRTP, GE EGD, GE SNP, GE SNPX, Wonderware Intouch Client Driver, Koyo KSequence, Mitsubishi CNC Ethernet, Mitsubishi FX, Mitsubishi FXNET, Modbus ASCII, Modbus Ethernet, Modbus Serial RTU, Omron Processor Suite, Omron Hostlink, Ethernet PING, PLC Direct EBC, Siemens S7 MPI, Siemens Ethernet, Siemens Ethernet Unsolicited, Scanivalve Ethernet, Industrial SNMP, SQUARE D, Atlas Copco and Stanley Torque Tool Protocols, Toyopuc, Wago Ethernet, WeatherBug for Automation, Yokogawa Darwin, Yokogawa Ethernet, and Yokogawa DXP.
"Our customers, from OEMs to End Users, expect the very best communications technology from Kepware and we work very hard to deliver that," explained Tony Paine, Executive VP and CTO of Kepware Technologies. "This release is a reinforcement of our quarterly deliveries and the level of effort we put into each one. We deliver key enhancements with every release, enabling our OEMs to expand their available markets. Our end customers see our continuing management of legacy protocols, to make sure they can always communicate with even the oldest systems in their plant."
According to Craig Resnick, Research Director, ARC Advisory Group, "Dealing with multiple generations of automation products is an issue that affects all manufacturers. This creates a big challenge to find a way to not only provide interoperability between plant floor and enterprise, but also to provide a link between multiple generations of legacy automation products, which ARC refers to as 'linking the legacy'. Kepware's version 4.5 of their KEPServerEX communications solution for automation appears to be designed to bridge the integration gap between legacy and state-of-the-art automation products, along with leveraging their extensive experience and installed base to enable interoperability between the multiple varieties of products that coexist on the plant floor."
About Kepware
Kepware is the world leader in communication software for automation and offers a unique experience in both OPC and embedded device communications. Since 1995, Kepware has focused on the development of communication drivers to automation controllers, I/O and field devices, OEM Licensable communications and Licensable OPC Interoperability solutions. Applications include M2M (Machine to Machine) and M2E (Machine to Enterprise) communications. Operating system support includes; Microsoft Windows Desktop, Windows Server and Windows Embedded (Windows CE and Windows Embedded NT/XP). Today, with over 140 communication protocols, and through the efforts of our direct sales, distribution and embedded partners, Kepware is the leading provider of communications with annual shipments exceeding 100,000 units. Kepware's responsiveness to customer needs and strong partnerships with other leading automation suppliers ensures that your next application will be a success. Ask around and you'll hear why automation professionals everywhere consider Kepware Technologies
KEPServerEX is the world's leading communications solution for automation, delivered to the market through a variety of OEM, Channel and End User sales. This release delivers support for five new protocols including; Allen Bradley 1609 UPS (support for their Industrial UPS), Beckhoff Twincat (supporting their wide variety of controllers), Cutler-Hammer ELC Ethernet (supporting their controllers), OPTO 22 (supporting SNAP products), and System Monitor (enabling HMI/SCADA products to monitoring the inner workings of the PC they are running on).
In addition to new Drivers, KEPServerEX version 4.5 also delivers enhancements to; Aromat, AB ControlLogix, Cutler-Hammer ELC Serial, Koyo DirectNet, DNP3, Sixnet EtherTrak, Fisher ROC, ROC Plus, GE CCM, GE SRTP, GE EGD, GE SNP, GE SNPX, Wonderware Intouch Client Driver, Koyo KSequence, Mitsubishi CNC Ethernet, Mitsubishi FX, Mitsubishi FXNET, Modbus ASCII, Modbus Ethernet, Modbus Serial RTU, Omron Processor Suite, Omron Hostlink, Ethernet PING, PLC Direct EBC, Siemens S7 MPI, Siemens Ethernet, Siemens Ethernet Unsolicited, Scanivalve Ethernet, Industrial SNMP, SQUARE D, Atlas Copco and Stanley Torque Tool Protocols, Toyopuc, Wago Ethernet, WeatherBug for Automation, Yokogawa Darwin, Yokogawa Ethernet, and Yokogawa DXP.
"Our customers, from OEMs to End Users, expect the very best communications technology from Kepware and we work very hard to deliver that," explained Tony Paine, Executive VP and CTO of Kepware Technologies. "This release is a reinforcement of our quarterly deliveries and the level of effort we put into each one. We deliver key enhancements with every release, enabling our OEMs to expand their available markets. Our end customers see our continuing management of legacy protocols, to make sure they can always communicate with even the oldest systems in their plant."
According to Craig Resnick, Research Director, ARC Advisory Group, "Dealing with multiple generations of automation products is an issue that affects all manufacturers. This creates a big challenge to find a way to not only provide interoperability between plant floor and enterprise, but also to provide a link between multiple generations of legacy automation products, which ARC refers to as 'linking the legacy'. Kepware's version 4.5 of their KEPServerEX communications solution for automation appears to be designed to bridge the integration gap between legacy and state-of-the-art automation products, along with leveraging their extensive experience and installed base to enable interoperability between the multiple varieties of products that coexist on the plant floor."
About Kepware
Kepware is the world leader in communication software for automation and offers a unique experience in both OPC and embedded device communications. Since 1995, Kepware has focused on the development of communication drivers to automation controllers, I/O and field devices, OEM Licensable communications and Licensable OPC Interoperability solutions. Applications include M2M (Machine to Machine) and M2E (Machine to Enterprise) communications. Operating system support includes; Microsoft Windows Desktop, Windows Server and Windows Embedded (Windows CE and Windows Embedded NT/XP). Today, with over 140 communication protocols, and through the efforts of our direct sales, distribution and embedded partners, Kepware is the leading provider of communications with annual shipments exceeding 100,000 units. Kepware's responsiveness to customer needs and strong partnerships with other leading automation suppliers ensures that your next application will be a success. Ask around and you'll hear why automation professionals everywhere consider Kepware Technologies
Shoe companies and other foot specialists may be boosted by the latest release by CNC machine software specialist Delcam, which announced its newest product, OrthoModel.
The program allows scanned design data to be processed into a computer environment for editing and assessment, with users able to add a range of models, add-ons and cut-outs to apply any corrections to the mould.
It is stated that healthcare specialists, such as those operating in the field of podiatry, can benefit from the technology as it easily allows these to assist patients in producing the perfect insole for their needs, with the information easily passed through to compatible CNC machines.
Delcam continued: "The entire process is driven by a series of easy-to-use menus, which incorporate the terminology used by the industry to describe the various features of the orthotic."
The organisation was founded in 1965 by Donald Welbourn, the director of industrial co-operation at Cambridge University, who harnessed the power of computers to solve problems presented by previous methods used to represent 3D shapes.
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The program allows scanned design data to be processed into a computer environment for editing and assessment, with users able to add a range of models, add-ons and cut-outs to apply any corrections to the mould.
It is stated that healthcare specialists, such as those operating in the field of podiatry, can benefit from the technology as it easily allows these to assist patients in producing the perfect insole for their needs, with the information easily passed through to compatible CNC machines.
Delcam continued: "The entire process is driven by a series of easy-to-use menus, which incorporate the terminology used by the industry to describe the various features of the orthotic."
The organisation was founded in 1965 by Donald Welbourn, the director of industrial co-operation at Cambridge University, who harnessed the power of computers to solve problems presented by previous methods used to represent 3D shapes.
If you're searching for CNC turning centres compare 1000s here on MTD.ADNFCR-1982-ID-19018102-ADNFCR
RPC Bramlage has launched the latest generation of its renowned CD dispenser - the CD Smart - offering all of the range’s proven functionality in a stylish new look CD Smart has been designed for modern appeal, with a slim cylindrical body and an hourglass-shaped dispensing head
The appearance of the cap and body can be customised to meet specific branding objectives with a range of decorative options, including hot stamping, silk-screen printing and labelling.
High-quality, environmentally-friendly function is assured thanks to the dispenser’s patented mechanical vacuum operation.
It is available initially in 15 and 30ml sizes and can be injection moulded in PS, PP or PET.
The appearance of the cap and body can be customised to meet specific branding objectives with a range of decorative options, including hot stamping, silk-screen printing and labelling.
High-quality, environmentally-friendly function is assured thanks to the dispenser’s patented mechanical vacuum operation.
It is available initially in 15 and 30ml sizes and can be injection moulded in PS, PP or PET.
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