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Next Generation Tool Presetter Uses Intuitive Touch-Screen Operation

For the first time, power-operated tool clamping is available as an option in the entry level price category. With its intuitive operation and state-of-the-art touch screen operating technology, the »pilot 2 mT« from Zoller sets benchmarks in the development of user-friendly tool presetter and measuring machines.

Posted: March 20, 2014

Intuitive operation and touch screen operating technology are benchmarks in the development of user-friendly tool presetter and measuring machines.
The automatic recognition of cutting edge shapes and the measuring range of over 100 different cutting edge shapes, functions such as adapter management, cutting edge inspection or the navigation system »compass« ensure accurate measuring results at simple operation. 
User-specific view display dialog. The user-specific view of the display dialog on the main monitor allows respective users to define their priorities on the interface. Information can be highlighted or backdropped depending on the application without the remaining information disappearing out of sight. 
Proven functional design. The proven functional design together with the new table system, makes working with the machine a pleasure, as it leaves nothing to be desired in terms of ergonomics or user technology. Being robust and workshop-oriented, it can be placed directly next to the machine.
Depending on individual requirements, »smile« is available with different operating technologies, such as: »pilot 2.0« for the basic functions of measuring and inspection, the new »pilot 2 mT« with state-of-the-art touch-screen operating technology and freely configurable user interface. »pilot 3.0« comprehensive image processing technology is available for greater demands and flexibility. 

The new »smile« combines decades of experience and user-oriented development with typical innovation from Zoller Inc. (Ann Arbor, MI). The state-of-the-art Zoller myTouch »pilot 2 mT« touch screen operating technology is easy, self-explanatory, saves on training expenses and simply makes work that much more convenient.

THE NEW »SMILE«: CHAMPION IN THE ENTRY-LEVEL PRICE CATEGORY
Unrivalled in this price segment in terms of performance scope, user-friendliness and ergonomics and, depending on individual requirements, equipped with various operating technologies, »smile« offers everything needed for professional tool presetting and measuring of cutting tools.

WELL CONCEIVED AND WORKSHOP-ORIENTED HARDWARE
The proven functional design together with the new table system, makes working with the machine a pleasure, as it leaves nothing to be desired in terms of ergonomics or user technology. Being robust and workshop-oriented, it can be placed directly next to the machine. The exclusive use of high quality, durable brand components make »smile« the quality leader in the entry segment for professional tool presetting.

POWER-OPERATED TOOL CLAMPING
This is the first time that power-operated tool clamping is available as an option in the entry level price category. Especially with regard to HSK, this is a prime requirement for high changing accuracy at optimal operating comfort. Manual tool clamping is always influenced by operator’s skill – now power-operated tool clamping at the push of a button provides micro-accurate changing options.

The new »smile« combines decades of experience and user-oriented development with typical ZOLLER innovation. The state-of-the-art ZOLLER myTouch »pilot 2 mT« touch screen operating technology is easy, self-explanatory, saves on training expenses and simply makes work that much more convenient. Made in Germany and using high quality branded components with a long service life make »smile« the quality leader in the price entry segment.

DIFFERENT OPERATING TECHNOLOGIES DEPENDING ON REQUIREMENTS
Depending on individual requirements, »smile« is available with different operating technologies, such as: »pilot 2.0« for the basic functions of measuring and inspection, the new »pilot 2 mT« with state-of-the-art touch-screen operating technology and freely configurable user interface. »pilot 3.0« comprehensive image processing technology is available for greater demands and flexibility.

NEW INTUITIVE TOUCH-SCREEN OPERATING TECHNOLOGY
With the intuitive operation and state-of-the-art touch screen operating technology of the »pilot 2 mT«, Zoller sets benchmarks in the development of user-friendly tool presetter and measuring machines. This technology, which is familiar to everyone, is self-explanatory, easy to learn and therefore not only saves training expenditure, but also makes work more comfortable. The user-specific view of the display dialog on the main monitor allows respective users to define their priorities on the interface. Information can be highlighted or backdropped depending on the application without the remaining information disappearing out of sight.

Zoller »pilot 2 mT« focuses on the main functions which are important for the presetting and measuring of tools. The automatic recognition of cutting edge shapes and the measuring range of over 100 different cutting edge shapes, functions such as adapter management, cutting edge inspection or the navigation system »compass« ensure accurate measuring results at simple operation.

In 1945, Alfred Zoller founded the company Zoller in Germany, which is today in its third generation. On March 1, 1997, Zoller Inc. was founded in Ann Arbor and began providing sales and service to customers within the U.S., Canada and Mexico for tool presetting, tool measuring and inspection machines, tool management software, heat-shrink systems and balancing machines.

With great enthusiasm for inspection and measuring technology, E. Zoller GmbH & Co. KG, based in Pleidelsheim near Stuttgart, has been developing innovative solutions for increased efficiency in manufacturing processes for over 70 years. More than 30,000 presetting and measuring machines with internationally unrivalled software solutions have been installed to date worldwide. ZOLLER is increasingly moving from being a manufacturer of presetting and measuring machines to a globally operating provider of technology and system solutions. An international network of subsidiaries and agents guarantees maximum service quality through personal customer care.

Zoller Inc., 3753 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, 734-332-4851,sales@zoller-usa.comwww.zoller-usa.com.

E. Zoller GmbH & Co. KG, Gottlieb-Daimler-Straße 19, D-74385 Pleidelsheim, Germany, +49 7144 8970-276, Fax: +49 7144 8970-70276, steinmetzer@zoller-d.comwww.zoller.info.

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