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New SmartBox 2.0 Integrates Advanced Communication Protocols and Edge Computing

SmartBox 2.0, Mazak Corp., MQTT and OPC communication protocols, MTConnect, machine monitoring, cybersecurity protection

Machining

Mazak advances machine connectivity with its new SmartBox 2.0, which offers enhanced productivity and security, ensuring safe data export from machines to factory networks.

Expansion of Servo-drive System for Material Handling and Manufacturing Applications

Siemens, SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE, Dunkermotoren, ebm-pabst, Harting and KnorrTec, PROFINET using PROFIsafe and PROFIdrive profiles, Safely Limited Torque, technology module format, programmable logic controllers, MindSphere over MindConnect

Machining | Material Handling

Siemens expands its SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE with benefits such as seamless network integration, integrated drive safety, versatility, and easy installation and commissioning.

Advanced, Real-time, Cyber-attack Response Limits the Impact Within Milliseconds at Machine Speed

SIBERprotect, Chuck Tommey, Siemens, SOAR (Security, Orchestration, Automation, Response), SCALANCE S, SOC (Security Operations Center), Cyber-SIS, IEC 62443, industrial cybersecurity

Machining

SIBERprotec from Siemens delivers automatic cyber response solution for industrial OT systems.

New Software Automatically Identifies Vulnerable Production Assets

Siemens Xcelerator, SINEC Security Guard, Siemens, SIEM Microsoft Sentinel, industrial cybersecurity, cyberattacks, industrial operators in OT environments, Siemens Digital Exchange, Siemens Xcelerator Marketplace, Dirk Didascalou, Ulrich Homann

Machining

The SINEC Security Guard from Siemens Xcelerator is an intuitive cloud-based software-as-a-service to improve cybersecurity on the shop floor.

New Partnership Between Flex Machine Tools and IGEMS

Flex Machine Tools, IGEMS, waterjet cutting, CNC Control, CAD/CAM software, Josefin Larsson, Don Kemper

Machining | Metal Forming & Fabricating

New, enhanced FlexJet Waterjet capabilities are powered by IGEMS CNC Control, CAD/CAM software, tilter cutting head and more.

New SINAMICS S200 Servo Package is Fit for Future Manufacturing Applications

SINAMICS S200 servo, a SINAMICS S200 drive and SIMOTICS S-1FL2 motor, PROFINET, SIMATIC PLC, SINAMICS DriveSim Basic, network machines, Siemens

Machining

Siemens brings a new level of motion control to the stand-alone and networked machine market. This new servo package expands the SINAMICS drive offering a variety of application possibilities to the standard servo market.

Next-Generation CNC Machine Control from Okuma America Corp.

Machining

The new Okuma OSP-P500 control comes standard with dual-core computer processors which provide increased levels of machine processing power by enabling multiple processes to operate simultaneously.

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Releases CNC Oscillation Cutting Function

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc., Vibration Cutting Control, M8 Series CNC, eliminate chip strands, faster cutting speeds, M8 Series CNC with VCC, tool axis vibration, speeds up processes, reduces cycle times, receiving better cycle times, better ROI, mechatronics, Vibration Cutting Control function, Scott Strache

Machining | Metal Forming & Fabricating

The M8 Series CNC now offers an Oscillation Cutting Option called Vibration Cutting Control, allowing for CNC lathes and mills to eliminate buildup of metal strands thus reducing obstructions in the tool path while machining parts.

New iOS app, droPWR, is Available in the Apple App Store

ACU-RITE, droPWR app, HEIDENHAIN family of brands, John Parker, milling, turning, grinding machines

Machining

ACU-RITE’s droPWR app allows users to turn an iPad® into a versatile digital readout console.

New High-Inertia 1FK7-HI Servomotors Added to Popular Siemens Product Family

Siemens, 1FK7 servomotor, high-inertia 1FK7-HI

Machining

The higher rotor inertia makes the control response of these servomotors highly robust and suitable for high- and variable-load inertia applications.

HEIDENHAIN’s TNC7: A new Level of CNC Control

HEIDENHAIN, TNC7, CNC control, control platform, Klartext programming

Machining

Along with easy and intuitive operation, users enjoy support from a virtual simulation of the machined part and work envelope.

IMTS 2022: Controls and CAD-CAM

Machining

Examine advances in automation and software that connect islands of digital data into a fully integrated solution to optimize machine efficiencies.

Benefits of Using a 5- or 6-Inch Grinding Wheel or Flap Disc

Industry News

SigmaNEST, SigmaNEST Connected Shop, accurate quoting, efficient workflow, better visibility into your operation, profitable growth, production times, forecast delivery dates, realtime visibility, chase due dates, breakdowns, rework, absences, accounting make billing & delivery easy, integrated software, How to make more money by Connecting Your Shop, Webinar

Webinar: How to make more money by Connecting Your Shop

Are you wasting time & money with a fragmented process that you’ve outgrown? If so, join the SigmaNEST webinar on December 4 @ 11am (EST).

KERN Microtechnik, Tornos machine, SolidCAM, Kitamura Machinery, REGO-FIX, CME, Center for Machining Excellence, tooling,

REGO-FIX Celebrates Innovation with Center for Machining Excellence Grand Opening

The state-of-the-art 12,000-square-foot REGO-FIX manufacturing educational and advancement facility houses a wide range of cutting-edge technology and serves as a hub for industry innovation that is accessible to manufacturers and industry thought leaders worldwide.