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Secure Transfer of Process Data to Mobile Devices
TwinCAT IoT Communicator software and the IoT Communicator App for tablets and smartphones from Beckhoff Automation uses advanced encryption and protocol for easy mobile device integration and high-level communication security.
Sensors + Software = End-To-End Internet of Things
The Connected Data Solutions Platform from Banner Engineering allows users to easily and securely transmit and use remote data from cloud-connected devices to monitor shop productivity, predict machine maintenance requirements and make operational decisions on machine performance.
Online Equipment Monitoring Drives Productivity Improvements
The CoroPlus MachiningInsights digital system from Sandvik Coromant collects data directly from a connected machine tool and input from operators, making it possible to visualize machine and tool utilization levels online through a web browser and collaborate to make improvements within the factory.
End-To-End Digitalization for the Machine Tool Business
In both the construction and utilization of machine tools, Siemens is laying the foundation for digital penetration and restructuring of complete value chains that will boost the growth and profitability of both machine builders and users alike in shops of all sizes.
Festo Partners with NIMS
They are working together to develop an Industry 4.0 training program.
Turning on the Digital Factory
New functions with simplified ISO code programming in the Sinumerik 828D mid-range CNC with version 4.8 operating software from Siemens improve the speed, precision and safety of intermediate CNC turning, milling and grinding machines.
Lathe Control Turns New Functions on Complex Parts
The CNC Pilot 640 contouring control from Heidenhain is perfect for lathe applications of complex parts because it combines simple operation with 5-axis simultaneous machining, combined turn-mill operation, full surface machining with B-axis and counter spindle, and asynchronous multi-side machining.
Acu-Rite Moves Production to Illinois
They move manufacturing from Jamestown, NY, to larger centralized facilities in Schaumburg.
Mazak to Open Florida Technical Center
Located in Orlando, this facility will serve the entire state, including the “space coast,” Tampa and Jacksonville regions.
Hollow Shaft Direct Drive Torque Motors for Machine Tools
Innovative high performance brushless torque motors from CNC specialist NUM have very low cogging torque that is ideal for direct drive machine tools, rotary tables and radial positioning units.
Flexible Goes Adaptive in FMS
Next-generation flexible manufacturing systems from Fastems fulfill the growing needs of shops to handle shorter product lifecycles, higher product mixes and lower volumes.
Refresh Instead of Replace Machine Tools
Hardware for legacy manufacturing equipment from Shop Floor Automations helps shops make current machine tools last longer and increase utilization without a huge monetary investment.
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