Maintenance Technologies Exhibits Adaptive Control & Monitoring Technology For CNC Machine Tools In Booth A-8218 at IMTS 2006
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Chicago, IL, September 6, 2006 - Maintenance Technologies demonstrates their Adaptive Control & Monitoring (ACM) technology for CNC machine tools in Booth A-8218 at IMTS 2006. Maintenance Technologies is the North American distributor of OMATIVE System's ACM solution which helps manufacturers cut cycle times, reduce downtime, and minimize part cost by reacting to actual metalcutting conditions in real time.
"CNC programs set feed rates based on the programmer's best guess regarding spindle loads," explained James Dallam, Maintenance Technologies Product Manager. "But, real-world conditions are highly variable because workpieces aren't uniform, tools get dull, coolant qualities change, fixtures are unstable, and many other factors.
"ACM technology monitors spindle load in real time and adjusts the feed rate on the fly based on cutting tool and workpiece data to achieve optimum productivity. The programmer still controls the process by setting upper and lower limits for feed and speed, but ACM technology delivers an optimum process within those limits every time."
ACM technology can be applied to virtually any CNC metalcutting machine tool, including machining centers, turning centers, grinders, deep hole drills, and gun drilling machines. It is available as a fully-integrated option on Siemens Sinumerik, Fanuc, Heidenhain-iTNC, and Fidia X-Power CNCs. It is also available as a stand-alone add-on for virtually any CNC for which an integrated version is not available.
"The data collected by ACM technology can also be used for other purposes, including tool condition monitoring, tool breakage detection, tool overload protection, and dynamic tool protection upon impact and during cutting.
These capabilities extend tool life, while protecting both the machine and tooling from catastrophic damage" Dallam added.
"The combination of cycle optimization and reduced downtime leads to impressive productivity gains," Dallam said. "We have case studies in which ACM has reduced overall cutting time by as much as 40-percent with no other modification to the machine, tooling, or process."
For more information about the products and services of Maintenance Technologies, contact Katie Iker at Maintenance Technologies, 1780 Worldwide Blvd., Hebron, KY 41048, telephone: 800 934-0735, or visit the company's web site at: maint tech.com
About Maintenance Technologies
Maintenance Technologies, Hebron, KY, supports over 50 machine tool brands by providing parts and services, machine renewal services, innovative solutions and industrial supplies including cutting tool and workholding solutions. With four global hubs strategically located to ensure customers receive prompt and accurate service and support, Maintenance Technologies is the industry's single source for maintenance and productivity solutions - providing the industry's broadest range of services designed especially to maximize return on capital investment.
Maintenance Technologies is part of the MAG Industrial Automation Systems portfolio of highly recognized and well-respected brands including Cincinnati, Fadal, Giddings & Lewis, Cross Hüller, Ex-Cell-O, Lamb, Hüller Hille, Hessapp and Witzig & Frank. For more information about Maintenance Technologies visit maint-tech.com.
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Katie Iker
Maintenance Technologies
Tel: 800 934-0735
Fax: 859-534-4999
(Agency) Steve Penn
Smith-Winchester
Tel: (248) 248-304-5614
Fax: (248) 352-6656
E-mail: steve@smithwinchester.com
