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Accelerate New Product Intros with Machine-Agnostic Data Exchange Format
Siemens has extended its ODB++ data exchange format for a complete end-to-end digital solution covering design, process, and manufacturing information flows. A complete digital twin of the electronics manufacturing flow helps users realize their Smart Factory or Industry 4.0 initiatives.
Good News for Transportation, Aerospace: DED Developed for Aluminum 3D Printing
Optomec’s LENS Directed Energy Deposition systems feature advanced capabilities for use in additive manufacturing and repairing aluminum alloys. Its process parameters for aluminum alloys now provide excellent surface finish, high deposition rates and a density of ~99.9%, says applications engineer.
How Hybrid Computing Harnesses the Cloud for Machinery Data
The future of Industry 4.0 will change how computer systems are structured, and the future is here with Edge computing. This hybrid technology manages the enormous volume of data generated from CNC machines to produce useful and accessible information that optimizes factory operations.
Work Instruction Software Free Till Pandemic Ends
VKS is making its VKS Lite available at no charge to help companies rapidly disseminate internal knowledge. The software is beneficial for standardizing best practices as well as for training new staff.
Forging the Factory of the Future
Manufacturer signs three-year service agreement that will transition the operation from fixing one robot at a time after a failure to monitoring the performance of 30 robots individually and as a fleet.
We’re One Step Closer to Keeping Production-Disrupting Failures from Ever Happening
An estimated 10% to 20% of tools are changed out too soon to avoid failure during cutting. Edge computing is giving machine tool builders and manufacturers the tool they need to avoid such unnecessary expense.
Augmented Reality Speeds Remote Troubleshooting
Trumpf makes remote support easier with an app and hardware that enables customers to more easily explain machine and software issues they’re encountering. The Smart Glasses enable the two parties to share and annotate photos and videos.
Mitsubishi Electric Consolidates CNC After-Sale Services
Tailored for the company’s M8, M7, and M6 Control Series, the CNC Total Care Package combines software backup, machine tuning, and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime. The goal is to make customers’ machines as productive as they were when new.
Cloud-Based Cutting Tool Configurator Saves Time and Money
MachiningCloud fast-tracks a shop’s entire workflow by providing direct access to tooling data and speed-and-feed recommendations that can be read directly into CAM and simulation programs. In addition to enabling users to quickly configure the right tool for a job, the platform provides pricing and availability.
Free Diagnostic Service Leverages Machine Data to Quickly Resolve Production Issues
Standard on all new models of lasers, press brakes, and punch presses, LVD Strippit’s Teleservice is an Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled post-sale service that maximizes uptime by minimizing troubleshooting time. It’s also used to install control software and CADMAN software module updates.
3D Printing Dashboard Empowers Production Manager, Runs on Most Brands
As 3D printing of metal parts increases, Sigma Labs launches PrintRite3D Production Series to speed up design, development and execution during the present worldwide virus crisis. Its Production Dashboard and AI-driven metrics provide real-time, actionable information during the production process.
Keep Working Remotely with Free Software Services ‘Til Year-End
To help their customers maintain production during the pandemic, ABB announces that as of March 27, they will offer key digital services at no charge. These services include ABB Ability Connected Services and RobotStudio, and the company is also providing complimentary virtual technical support.
