Software

Metrology Software Eases 2D, 3D Measuring

Heidenhain’s PC-based Quadra-Chek IK 5000 version 3.0.0 metrology software is designed to enable more convenient 2D and 3D measuring tasks.

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CAD/CAM

Software Provides Specialized Five-Axis Features

GibbsCAM 2013 provides features designed to simplify programming and improve five-axis milling in specialized applications.

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CAD/CAM

Machining Simulation Software for Lathes and Mills

Southwestern Industries will introduce its solid 3D Verify machining simulation software, available as part of the advanced feature option set for TRAK lathes and mills with ProtoTrak SLX and SMX controls, respectively.

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MTConnect in Perspective

Dave Edstrom, president and chairman of the board for the MTConnect Institute, has written a book about MTConnect, a communication protocol for manufacturing equipment and devices. It’s a readable, personal account of how (and why) the standard came to be, as well as an understandable introduction to the technology behind it.

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MTConnect Challenge Opens

The National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) and the MTConnect Institute announced the start of the first phase of the MTConnect Challenge: Creating Manufacturing Intelligence.

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“CNC Retrofit” Often Means More

This video testimonial provides an inside look at the myriad benefits Major Tool & Machine has realized from a new CNC platform—but like other, similar projects, implementing that platform required a complete motion system overhaul.

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Live-Monitoring Software Maximizes Automation Investment

By implementing its own shop management software, Lynar Corporation was able to increase productivity by 15 percent.

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CAD/CAM

CNC Programming Software Maximizes Five-Axis Capability

By incorporating new CNC programming software to make full use of its new five-axis machining capabilities, Bob Lewis Machine Co. has reduced setups and programming time.

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CAD/CAM

Variety of Software Showcased

Macdac Engineering will showcase a range of software products.

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Retrofits Done Right

Manufacturers considering anything less than a total motion system upgrade could be selling themselves short.

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