CNC & Machine Controls
Process Systems Targeted For Smaller Applications
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a unit of GE Enterprise Solutions has released Proficy Process Systems in a 250-I/O size, single-computer offering targeted at smaller applications and OEMs. It is a fully integrated process control system that is said to improve quality, reliability, throughput, performance and efficiency. The process system allows users the freedom to architect and scale process control systems to best meet their needs.
Read MoreCNC For Five-Axis Machines
Designed for high-performance applications, the Fagor 8070 ETX CNC is based on an industrial-hardened Windows operating system running on an XP-embedded platform. A host of online software configurations can be integrated for a true open-architecture system. In addition, the control is built with a solid state disk for reliable operation in harsh industrial environments.
Read MoreCNC System Platform
Siemens Energy & Automation introduces its SINUMERIK solution line CNC system platform. The line comprises the panel-based 802D sl, the PC-based 840Di sl and the 840D sl, available in both panel and PC-based versions. The network-centric architecture of this line can be effectively combined with SINAMICS, the company’s drive technology, to design stand-alone as well as plant-wide automation solutions.
Read MoreDRO Systems For Gaging
DRO Systems For GagingHeidenhain’s ND 200 series digital readouts (DROs) feature multiple inputs and a flexible configuration. Highlights of the ND 280 include a monochrome screen and standard functions that fulfill many measuring tasks, the company says. The ND 287 features a color screen and is modular in design.
Read MoreCNC Features Nanometer Interpolation
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a unit of GE Enterprise Solutions, offers the 0i-D series of high-performance CNC systems. The control features nanometer interpolation, which ensures smooth machined surfaces by using a fine resolution for position commands.
Read MoreMotion And Machine Controller
Delta Tau Data Systems offers the pre-production release of its Power PMAC controller, which combines motion- and machine-control technology.Â
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Keeping Things In Focus
Machine-mounted video cameras are part of a system that help a shop owner get more work done while spending less time in the shop. He can monitor and control what’s happening on his machines remotely. He’s also developed strategies for reacting to events such as unexpected tool wear or sudden tool breakage without returning to the shop to fix the problem.
Read MoreCNC Retrofits
ProtoTrak CNC retrofits from Southwestern Industries feature an easy-to-use interface. The retrofits are installed in the customer’s shop in about a day by a factory-trained technician. Ballscrews are installed in the table and saddle. Electronic machine tool error calibration and backlash compensation help maintai
Read MoreOptimize Block Processing Time
The Fagor CNC 8070 control system is based upon an industrial-hardened Windows operating system running on an XP-embedded platform. This allows the integration of a host of online software configurations allowing the control system to work as an open architecture system. The control system is designed for use wi
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