Software

Automation

CAM System for Robot Programming

Delcam’s PowerMill Robot CAM system enables programming and simulating complex robot machining operations.

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Scalable Control Inspired by Smartphones

DMG Mori offers its CELOS control to simplify and accelerate the manufacturing process with a smartphone-like design.

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Shopfloor Management Software Introduces Mobile Access

JobBoss version 11.7 includes the release of the JobBoss mobile app.

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The Value of a Short Stop

C&C Manufacturing came up with a simple and affordable way to ensure machines don’t sit idle for long periods of time. The Short Stop wireless device alerts machine operators when a cycle is complete.

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Automation

High-Resolution Linear Encoders Improve Positioning Accuracy

Fagor Automation offers a line of linear encoders capable of 50-nm resolution.

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Turn/Mill

Get Ready for Growth

Making good parts is one thing, but making good parts in a process that is scalable is something different. Here is how one manufacturer rethought its production to prepare for opportunity.

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CAD/CAM

Laying Composites Fiber—Digitally

The most recent release of Spring Technologies’ NCSIMUL software can simulate the laying of fiber ribbon with NC machines.

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CAD/CAM

CAM Software Simplifies Gear Machining

DMG Mori Seiki’s gearMill CAM software programs multitasking machines for a variety of gear operations, including machining spiral bevel gears.

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CAD/CAM

CAM Suite Features Moldmaking Updates

The most recent version of SolidCAM features upgrades for mold and insert machining, including its iMachining 3D, HSM and simultaneous five-axis modules.

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Robotics Collision Sensor Self-Resets After Crashes

The SR-48 robotic collision sensor from ATI Industrial Automation accommodates smaller payloads with a lower operating range.

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