Data-Driven Manufacturing

Machine Monitoring Has a Lot to Learn

Supplementing CNC connections with sensors and machine learning enables predicting performance on the level of the individual part.

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Hypertherm Introduces New Machine Data Module

Production Manager is designed to seamlessly integrate with Hypertherm’s Edge Connect CNC to automatically capture machine data without the need for operator intervention.

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Heidenhain Upgrades Machine Monitoring System

Heidenhain’s StateMonitor V1.4.0 now offers the ability to monitor tools within a connected machine. According to the company, this enables users to collect current tool usage data and avoid unnecessary costs due to premature tool replacement.

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4 Ways “Tag and Track” Technology Keeps Data Chains Intact

Scannable images and tags inextricably link relevant information with workpieces, cutting tools and other physical assets.

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WFL's New Software Enables Mobile Machine Monitoring

WFL’s myWFL displays machine and program states over time, productivity and technical availability on the control system, PC or mobile device via a web browser.

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Edge Computing Device Simplifies Small-Scale Digital Manufacturing

A nonprofit group touts an economical means of unlocking capability ranging from CNC machine tool monitoring to closed-loop process control.

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Datanomix Launches Performance Insight Platform

The Continuous Improvement Hub consolidates and analyzes data across all of the machines and jobs in a factory that are monitored by Datanomix, providing an overall production score for the entire factory, along with simple breakouts of key metrics.

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Automation

5 Smart Drilling Lessons Apply Beyond the Application

A specific machine learning use case illuminates general principles for applying artificial intelligence at any CNC machining business.

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Grinding

Glebar's Electrolyte Tank Enhances Grind Management

The tank’s digital ultrasonic sensors connect with an I/O link to the HMI screen, which Glebar claims will enable better grind management, improved grind efficiency and reduced downtime.

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Digital Demos

How To Find The Right Solid Carbide Tool For Your Production

Watch this demo for an inside look at Sandvik Coromant’s advanced solid carbide tools like CoroDrill 860-GM – designed for fast and problem-free drilling, maximizing productivity through high metal cutting efficiency. (Sponsored)

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