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User-Friendly Dual Programming of Lathes
Designed for turning machine tools with up to two axes, TURNPWR control by Heidenhain’s Acu-Rite brand of digital readouts, linear scales, and controls gives machinists the option to program via a conversational format or use G-code.
ESPRIT Announces Extended Support for Mazak Smooth Ai CNC
DP Technology, parent company of ESPRIT CAM, has created a streamlined machining experience with ESPRIT’s digital twin inside the CNC. Users can preview the entire machining process virtually on the CNC before executing their program it.
Siemens Pre-Packs CNC Staples
Pre-defined system packages containing the most frequently used Sinumerik 828D CNC drive, motor and accessories will be stocked in the U.S. to ensure quick delivery. The fast-package program includes a price discount.
Asymmetric XY Stages With Nanometer-Level Precision
ALIO introduces a positioning solution that provides customers with the exact X and Y travel ranges needed for their applications.
Software Extends Digital Readout Use to EDM Machines
Heidenhain Corp.’s Acu-Rite brand now offers one rugged and easy-to-use digital readout (DRO) platform for all common manual machines. The DRO300 series allows users to control a sinker EDM machine as well as grinding, milling, and turning machines.
New Wide-Screen Industrial Computer for Any Shop Floor
The 15.6″ true-flat full-HD LCD from Marposs, with integrated touch screen, supplies operator information, rich color and crisp, detailed screen images.
Beckhoff Supplies BMW with IPC Technology
They will supply Industrial PCs and multi-touch Control Panels used for car manufacturing through 2030.
To Beat the Skills Gap, Join the Control Conversation
Machine tools with advanced conversational programming capabilities supported by comprehensive training serve as a bridge across the skills gap, a way to bring new professionals into the industry and keep manufacturing alive and well in North America.
Making High Efficiency Production and Inspection Even Better
System-integrated and inexpensive, the precision measurement I/O technology of the ELM314x EtherCAT Measurement Module from Beckhoff Automation improves the process reliability of highly efficient machines and test benches used in final inspection.
Smart Proximity Sensors Improve Predictive Maintenance
E2E NEXT proximity sensors from Omron feature exceptionally long sensing distances and IoT functionality that helps shops reduce potential causes of unplanned downtime.
Plug-and-Play Machine Monitoring
The Genior Modular CMS-02 single-channel, compact machine monitoring system from Marposs provides collision monitoring and crash damage mitigation in machine tools.
Smart Camera for Process Monitoring of Machine Tools
The robust LCAM 408i smart camera from Leuze has an IP65/67 anodized metal housing and easy-to-clean glass pane that opens new monitoring possibilities in metal fabrication and machining processes.
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