CNC & Machine Controls
Optical Rotary Encoders Suited to Dynamic Stages
Heidenhain's ERO 1200 and 1400 series of modular optical rotary encoders are designed for motion control use on dynamic stages and machines in the general automation or semiconductor industries, such as pick-and-place machines.
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Training CNC Operators
Make sure shop newcomers know these basics before they are trained on the machines.
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CNCs Enable Small- and Large-Scale Production
The Sinumerik 828D family of CNCs from Siemens includes the 828D Basic T and 828D Basic M controllers.
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Machining Simulation System Enables Mobile Control
Integrating the company's NCSimul Player 9.1 with a Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 tablet PC, Spring Technologies’ What You See Is What You Cut (WYSIWYC) machining simulation system offers real-time, synchronized 3D machining simulations and cutting conditions.
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Monitoring Software Enables Customizable Alerts by Text, Email
The Multi-DNC platform from Spectrum CNC Technologies supports Haas Machine Data Collection (MDC) by providing single-cable connectivity for machine monitoring, reporting, networking and DNC communications.
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Optical Absolute Encoder Compatible with Drive-Cliq Interface
Renishaw's Resolute single-track, fine-pitch optical absolute encoder is capable of 32-bit resolution at 36,000 rpm in rotary (angle) configuration.
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Monitoring System Protects Tools, Processes
Marposs Corp. will introduce its new-generation Artis CTM V6 tool and process monitoring system.
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What Is Arbitrary Speed Threading?
This CNC function enables an operator to control chatter when repairing threads on components such as oilfield pipes.
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Why Oilfield Parts Producers Consider Retrofits
There are a number of reasons why shops serving the oilfield industry see value in upgrading existing machine tools with a new control package.
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Angle Encoders Integrate Safety Components
Heidenhain offers a version of its RCN series absolute angle encoders with built-in functional safety components that enable machine shut-off in case of a malfunction.
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