Software
When Handing Down the Family Machine Shop is as Complex as a Swiss-Turned Part
The transition into Swiss-type machining at Deking Screw Products required more than just a shift in production operations. It required a new mindset and a new way of running the family-owned business. Hardest of all, it required that one generation let go, and allow a new one to step in.
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Fearless Five-Axis Programming Fosters Shop Growth
Reinvestment in automation has spurred KCS Advanced Machining Service’s growth from prototyping to low-and mid-volume parts. The key to its success? A young staff of talented programmers.
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Heidenhain Introduces User-friendly Turning Control
TurnPWR was developed for lathe machinists to support manual and automated operation.
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HCL Technologies Adds Support For Barrel Tools in Milling Operations
Barrel tool support is beneficial for mold makers and manufacturers of complex parts in industries such as automotive and aerospace.
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Argolytics Partners With CFA Solutions on Quality Inspection Software
The agreement integrates the two companies’ software programs to streamline the transition from recording inspection measurements to reporting defects.
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7 CNC Parameters You Should Know
Parameters tell the CNC every little detail about the specific machine tool being used, and how all CNC features and functions are to be utilized.
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Siemens Updates CNC Control System for Enhanced Digitization
Siemens’ Sinumerik One CNC control system easily creates and works with digital twins of machine tools.
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IMTS Takeaways From the 91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ Editorial Team
The first in-person IMTS in four years left the MMS editorial staff with a lot to digest. Here are a few of our takeaways from the show floor.
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Finally, A Comprehensive Software Solution Designed for Small Job Shops
Zel X from Siemens is an integrated software application that consolidates collaboration, design, manufacturing, and operations into a comprehensive, easy-to-use solution. From RFQ to delivery, it’s a more efficient way to handle quotes, manage jobs, make parts, and collaborate with teams of all sizes.
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NUM Launches CNC Platform With Enhanced Machine Control
FlexiumPro enables control of up to 32 axes and/or spindles, up to 32 machining channels and sub-nanometer interpolation capabilities.
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