Joomla! site syndication http://cnc-industry.com/cnc-center Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:08:19 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://cnc-industry.com/cnc-center/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png http://cnc-industry.com/cnc-center Joomla! site syndication http://cnc-industry.com/cnc-center/content/view/106/2/ NUM is launching a new CNC platform for machine tool manufacturers. Called Flexium, the modular platform is claimed to have unprecedented scalability that can be applied economically on a machine with a few axes, or as many as 200 or more.This is combined with open programmability that gives users complete freedom to customise the man-machine interface (MMI) and add value.Flexium provides machine builders with a common platform for all system building activities, from standard machines to special-purpose equipment such as transfer machines and integrated production lines. Underpinning the platform is the exceptional fidelity and control accuracy that is made possible by NUM's complete product line and proprietary communication interfaces - from controller to motor - and decades of intellectual property in designing machine tool control systems and software.At the heart of the new platform is an advanced new CNC kernel. This is at least four times more powerful than the fastest version of NUM's existing Axium controller, which is a popular choice today in a number of machine tool applications including tool grinding, gear manufacturing, woodworking, high-speed cutting, and transfer and special-purpose machinery.Two versions of the CNC kernel are available. Flexium 6 is a compact system that is cost-optimised for standalone machines with up to five axes of motion. The more powerful Flexium 68 handles up to 32 interpolated axes, divided into as many as eight co-ordinated groups. If more axes are required, to support very large equipment projects such as a multi-cell production line, then Flexium 68s may be interconnected using a real-time Ethernet link. Canopen interfaces provide additional system expansion capability, including positioning drives, I/O and handwheels, and operator panels. This enables the Flexium 68 system to be expanded to control over 200 interpolated axes, as well as further positioning axes and I/O.The CNC kernels are complemented by a range of system building blocks including an industrial PC front end with soft-PLC functionality, MMI panels, I/O modules, drives, and a broad choice of servo and spindle motors.Software flexibility has been at the core of NUM's development project. The resulting Flexium platform gives machine tool OEMs complete control over the look and feel of the machine. The system's PLC is programmed according to IEC 61131-3 standards, and offers a choice of development software, providing machine control programming environment in forms to suit individual programmers. Flexium's man-machine interface is also completely adaptable, and can be easily programmed using standard tools such as HTML, Java Script, or one of the PC-based rapid software development environments such Visual Basic, Delphi, Visual C or C++. This flexibility, which enables users to add their own 'look and feel' branding to each machine, is in stark contrast with some competitive platforms, which have fixed user interfaces that may only be modified by the vendor.Jan Koch of NUM states: NUM's CNC technology has been developed and refined over decades to the point where it is a leader in some machine tool segments. We have always complemented this with strong engineering support, and a partnership ethos where we work alongside the machine tool company and take complete responsibility for the control system. Flexium greatly widens the applications potential, giving the machine tool industry a platform with almost unlimited applications scope. We expect it to appeal to small and mid-sized OEMs, providing a common platform for any size of machine. It can be completely tailored to their needs, and has great software flexibility for adding value and building a distinct brand. http://www.engineerlive.com/news News - cnc companies Sat, 15 Dec 2007 03:33:59 +0100 http://cnc-industry.com/cnc-center/content/view/107/2/ Animatics, Pioneers of the Fully Integrated Servo, or “SmartMotor” has acquired United Kingdom based Harmonic Linear Drive LTD. “When we discovered the HLD technology, we had to buy the company” says Robert Bigler, Animatics’ CEO, further commenting: “The HLD belongs with the SmartMotor”.The Harmonic Linear Drive, or “HLD”, is a traditional linear belt actuator that circulates the belt in a unique way. This circulation technique, with patents applied for in 31 countries, yields substantial gear reduction inherently, without the need of a gearhead, or the cost. Using the Harmonic Principle, this reduction is accomplished without introducing backlash, and the reduction is also resistant to back-drive, further eliminating the need and cost of a brake in most vertical applications. Bigler notes, “It delivers Ball Screw performance at a Belt Drive price, and with no practical length constraint”. HLD units can be delivered several meters in length.Jim Hawkins, President of Animatics states “The elimination of so many components and their costs make the HLD a natural extension to the SmartMotor The further elimination of the Gearhead and Brake costs put our customers even further in front of their competition by getting them to market faster and with a lower engineering AND manufactured cost”.Previously sold only in the United Kingdom, this consolidation will make the HLD available globally, through Animatics other offices in Europe, Asia and the United States. The HLD units are manufactured in multiple grades ranging from low-cost rollers to dual profile rails for maximum moment loading. Financial terms of the acquisition are not disclosed.While the manufacturing sector is still in the doldrums, Animatics and other Integrated Motor manufacturers continue to be fast growing because the technology of combining the controller, amplifier and motor has won global acceptance. Machine builders are now permitting themselves to enjoy the many benefits like faster development times and the dramatically improved reliability inherent to systems with reduced component counts.The SmartMotor-HLD union delivers a linear actuator without the cost and failure modes related to separate controller, amplifier, gearhead and brake, as well as all of the associated cables. In addition to being dramatically lower in cost, the resulting actuator is smaller, faster and far more reliable than more traditional solutions.About Animatics Corp.Animatics Corporation is the world leader in integrated motion control.Animatics is located in the heart of Silicon Valley and designs, manufacturers, and markets motion control products for industries ranging from semiconductor, nuclear, automotive and machine tool to traditional industries such as CNC.http://www.automation.com/store/p1030details25289.php News - cnc companies Sat, 15 Dec 2007 03:34:43 +0100 http://cnc-industry.com/cnc-center/content/view/108/2/ SAS introduces a compact, modular degating system for fan gates that willRail Degater optimizes cut quality for fan gates. greatly enable companies to reduce their finishing labor costs, and more importantly, provide consistent clean cuts for fan gates. Mounted on a rigid frame, this degating unit can be designed to trim either straight or curved fan gates. Radiuses as small as one inch (25.4 mm) can be achieved for curved fan gates.If and when necessary, the cutting blade can be heated using solid state controls thus requiring less force to make the cut. The cutter blade driving mechanism can be selected from either a pneumatic cylinder or belt driven from a motor drive. In addition to a floor mount, this degating unit can also be easily mounted to a gantry robot beam for more complex degating.According to SAS Automation, General Manager, Richard Petz, The SAS Rail Degater incorporates innovative modular systems that provide precision cutting for either straight or curved fan gates. Processors will appreciate reducing finishing costs, and the user friendliness of this degater. Increasing speed to market with better cutting -- is a driving force behind the many degaters designed by SAS. We are proud to present such a labor efficient degater. About >SAS< Automation>SAS< is a leading supplier of modular EOAT components robotic gripper systems - capable of servicing any part and any robot. >SAS< manufactures get a grip! , and distributes nip it! Nile sprue nipper line, and GRIP IT! Asian chucking/gripper line. >SAS< is ISO 9001:2000 Quality Certified. Specialists in robotic end-of-arm tooling gripper systems, sprue nippers, CNC degating Insert Mold tooling for manufacturing, packaging plastics industries. Sales, service and support to: USA, Canada, Mexico, Europe.http://news.thomasnet.com/fullstory/537153 News - cnc companies Sat, 15 Dec 2007 03:35:28 +0100 http://cnc-industry.com/cnc-center/content/view/105/2/ Revenge Designs, presently operating within the public company name Southern Cosmetics, Inc. (Pink Sheets:SHCM), a specialty car designer and manufacturer announced today more growth acceleration with an exclusive distributor agreement in the United States. Revenge Designs will now exclusively distribute all Harrop Engineering automotive technology and products within the United States. The Company will also provide marketing support and technical expertise to customers and retailers of Harrop Engineering products. Harrop Engineering designs and manufactures ultra high-performance aftermarket automotive products including Harrop branded super-chargers used in NASCAR type racecars and available for your car.“The quality and reliability of Harrop Engineering automotive technology and products are proven and legendary. This alliance is another important step in our continued quest to balance optimal performance products and services that will distinguish Revenge Designs in the marketplace,” said Revenge Designs CEO, Peter Collorafi.Harrop is the official aftermarket manufacturer and distributor of the two most common positive displacement supercharger technologies available in the world today. These are the Roots type developed by Eaton in USA and the Twin Screw style designed by Lysholm in Sweden. Harrop Engineering exports its specialty racing parts to Europe, the United Kingdom and America, providing Formula 1 and racecar designers with quality, reliability and expertise. Another stellar division is Harrop Engineering’s performance brake kits that provide the highest value for money. Harrop Engineering’s manufacturing of original equipment brake assemblies, together with thirty-years of service in the motorsports industry, has culminated in a true performance orientated road solution. Using state-of-the-art, computerized equipment and CNC machinery, Harrop is striving to improve the accuracy and consistency of its manufacturing processes. Modern simulation tools produce virtual products prior to prototype validation and production builds, enhancing the integrity of the final product.“Revenge Designs is the most qualified and capable partner we have in the United States,” said Ron Harrop, Managing Director of Harrop Engineering. “Peter has been building and designing cars that incorporate our technology and products for over twenty years. With Revenge we are certain that our products are in the hands of people who understand great automotive and racing performance.”This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, as defined in the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Statements, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements. The Company, through its management, makes forward-looking public statements concerning its expected future operations, performance and other developments. Such forward-looking statements are necessarily estimates reflecting the Company's best judgment based upon current information and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, and there can be no assurance that other factors will not affect the accuracy of such forward-looking statements. It is impossible to identify all such factors, factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those estimated by the Company. They include, but are not limited to, the Company's ability to develop operations, the Company's ability to consummate and complete an acquisition, the Company's access to future capital, the successful integration of acquired companies, government regulation, managing and maintaining growth, the effect of adverse publicity, litigation, competition, sales and other factors that may be identified from time to time in the Company's public announcements.This press release is provided for information purposes only and is not intended to constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy securities.Visit Revenge Designs Today at: http://www.revengedesignsllc.com.About Revenge Designs: Revenge Designs is a publicly traded company that trades “Over the Counter” on “Pink Sheets” under the symbol: SHCM. Mr. Peter Collorafi is a car designer from Queensland, Australia. Peter has been designing and installing modifications for factory produced vehicles since 1980. For the past six years, Peter and his son Justin have worked with GM Holden on the Monaro, creating mild performance and award winning styling modification packages for the Monaro. In July of 2005, Peter met with Mr. Tom Cress, the new owner of Lingenfelter Performance Engineering (LPE). Tom’s association with the late Mr. John E Lingenfelter exceeds over 20 years. John Lingenfelter recently lost his life due to a racing accident and Tom Cress wanted something to accent the Lingenfelter racing legacy, which is famous for its enhancements to another GM product, the Corvette, the archetypical American muscle car. From Tom and Peter’s discussions and collaboration the Revenge Designs Enhancement was born.About Harrop Engineering: Harrop Engineering, based in Australia, is a true success story. With its proven philosophy of combining diversification with sound engineering principles, the company has been servicing the local and international motor sports industry for more than 50 years. Innovative designs combined with Ron Harrop’s success in motorsports have established a company philosophy and reputation that today see Harrop Engineering held in high regard by the motor sport industry, including many of its racing icons. http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/google/index.jsp News - cnc companies Sat, 15 Dec 2007 03:33:14 +0100 http://cnc-industry.com/cnc-center/content/view/104/2/ Workplace and storage equipment manufacturer Bott has invested £700,000 in new plant to improve the efficiency and accuracy of its sheet metal processing, and the quality of its end products.The investmenthas been in a Salvagnini P4-2516, a machine tool which forms sheet metal used to process Bott’s range of workshop and in-vehicle equipment. The P4 is used to fabricate punched sheet metal into a range of high density drawer cabinets, storage cupboards, workbenches, wall panel storage and tool display systems.An off-line terminal and universal tool set reduce set-up times for individual programmes and this, combined with integration to Bott’s CAD system, allows the company to minimise lead times for its bespoke products and prototypes.The plant is part of Bott’s lean manufacturing programme, and the P4’s increased output will further improve the company's current lean objective – to reduce downtime and improve delivery performance.“This new plant represents a step-change in the early stages of the production process, said Andrew Poole, Bott’s engineering manager. That, in turn, improves the efficiency of our entire manufacturing process, enhancing the quality and service experienced by our customers. Approximately 60 per cent of our products include sheet metal formed by this machine, so it is a fundamental part of our operations.”http://www.machinery.co.uk/article News - cnc companies Sat, 15 Dec 2007 03:27:35 +0100