Machine Control simplifies operational functionality.
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With industrially hardened design, MAPPS II (Mori Seiki Advanced Programming Production System) withstands vibration and contaminants present in machining environments. Hardware includes 15 in. flat panel display and 256 Mb memory, 50 Mb of which is available for program storage. System, capable of automatically computing radius endpoints, offers 3D cutting simulations that let user view line-by-line display of tool paths through program.
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Mori Seiki's MAPPS II Simplifies Machine Operation
Irving, Texas, February 18, 2005 - Mori Seiki's MAPPS II (Mori Seiki Advanced Programming Production System) represents a breakthrough in machine controls. Designed around the needs of machine operators, the system enhances and simplifies functionality and offers an increased level of user-friendliness.
MAPPS II's industrially-hardened design withstands the vibration and contaminants present in machining. As a result of rigorous testing and by avoiding the use of moving parts, MAPPS II provides unparalleled reliability.
To ensure that MAPPS II would be capable of offering users an improved programming experience, Mori Seiki began by updating the system's hardware. Memory has been increased from 32MB to 256MB, of which 50MB is available for program storage. The new control also features a 15" flat panel display on certain machine models. MAPPS II incorporates a new operation panel designed to make operation both quicker and easier.
Three-dimensional cutting simulations have been added to MAPPS II. This new functionality allows the user to view a display of tool paths, line-by-line through the program.
The number of key inputs required has been dramatically reduced, helping to minimize the amount of job set-up time required. Among the many improvements, the system is capable of automatically computing radius endpoints, greatly lessening the amount of calculation done by the operator.
Safety was also taken into consideration when designing MAPPS II. The system has an interlock function after reset to prevent inadvertent operations. A wear offset input limitation avoids interference resulting from input mistakes.
Mori Seiki produces extremely reliable machine tools and distributes worldwide. The U.S. headquarters is in Dallas with offices in Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati, Detroit, Los Angeles, and New Jersey.
For more about Mori Seiki and the products in the Mori Seiki line, visit www.moriseiki.com or call (972) 929-8321.
