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Set Your Gears in Motion
Metal fabrication shops benefit from the advances developed by manufacturers and service providers to increase operational efficiencies.
Caron Engineering’s New Signature Analysis for CNC Machining
This capability is specifically beneficial for constant surface speed cutting operations, which are difficult to monitor due to the varying spindle RPM as material is removed.
Yaskawa’s Smart Pendant Software Version 2.1 Expands Ease of Use
Smart Pendant v2.1 is well-suited for quick robotic implementation of basic assembly, injection molding, inspection, machine tending, material handling, and pick and place tasks.
Hexagon’s Advanced CAD/CAM Software
EDGECAM 2022 anticipates future capabilities for milling and turning; WORKNC software introduces ‘manufacturing aware’ CAD for mold and die makers .
Beckhoff Automation’s TwinCAT 3 Directly Integrates OPC UA Publisher/Subscriber
Beckhoff provides real time capable data communication via OPC UA with the new TF6105 function in its universal automation software.
Five Ways Oil and Gas Companies Can Maximize the Efficiency of Critical Component Production
Industry 4.0 advancements increase productivity and performance by reducing the margin of error, providing insights into your machining operation, and streamlining and simplifying essential processes.
Five Things You Need to Know About Connected Machine Monitoring
There are numerous advantages to implementing machine monitoring platforms. Start small and zero in on data that identifies pain points so your shop can make the changes needed to optimize goals.
THE AUTOMATING OF COST ESTIMATES: aPriori and its Software
aPriori’s cost-estimating software can benefit
1. engineers designing parts,
2. companies outsourcing the manufacture of parts, and
3. contract manufacturers bidding on jobs. For all three types of users, the software offers quick, accurate, money-saving analysis.
Siemens’ Xcelerator Portfolio Supports Lockheed Martin’s Digital Engineering Transformation
Through a multi-year contract, Lockheed Martin plans to leverage Xcelerator to achieve its goals for mission-driven digital transformation — accelerating program lifecycles, driving cost savings and fostering greater innovation.
SigmaNEST 2022: Enhancements for CAD/CAM for Laser, Bevel, Router and Punch; Expansion of ‘Connected Shop’
The need to connect all operations and track the workflow throughout the shop is growing in importance. Version 22 is a substantial release and another step towards joining the dots to ensure users are positioned to benefit from the latest technology.
Beckhoff’s TwinCAT/BSD Extension Offers Efficient Engineering and Execution of Virtual Machines
With this TwinCAT/BSD OS extension, Hypervisor, Beckhoff increases availability through integrated virtual machine environments.
A New Form of Chip Control
Sandvik Coromant launches new software module for controlled chip breaking