Toolinspect Embedded Computer System

May 01, 2014

Toolinspect from MCU GmbH & Co. KG is a CNC machining process monitoring system that's data driven from NCU/PLC and collected from the drives to allow for the most sensitive tool monitoring and collecting process data for process analysis.

Toolinspect is an embedded computer system, integrated as a slave in a field bus system (Profibus-DP, Profinet-PN or MOD-Bus). It is a real time, algorithm driven system that operates self-adjusting from the initial cut.

It is the lowest service system for tool and process monitoring, simple to install and when installed ready to use. Its 3 button operation makes it simple for the operator, with much data available for the technician to optimize the process.

The integration into the PLC/NCU allow Toolinspect to freely adjust to the best monitoring strategy based on tool and machining information, recognizes program changes, incorrect tool changes and incorrect placed parts in the machine. Small adjustments if necessary can be made in the NC program.

The system can operate in up to 6 channels, each channel monitors 3 data streams from spindle and/or axis and is set to either change values in all channels, selected channels or a single tool only.

The visualization can be implemented on different platforms, such as Windows, Linux or Android, and Toolinspect is compatible with the Controls from BoschRexroth, FANUC, HEIDENHAIN, Siemens 840D/840Dsl/828D and others.

Related Glossary Terms

  • computer numerical control ( CNC)

    computer numerical control ( CNC)

    Microprocessor-based controller dedicated to a machine tool that permits the creation or modification of parts. Programmed numerical control activates the machine’s servos and spindle drives and controls the various machining operations. See DNC, direct numerical control; NC, numerical control.

  • numerical control ( NC)

    numerical control ( NC)

    Any controlled equipment that allows an operator to program its movement by entering a series of coded numbers and symbols. See CNC, computer numerical control; DNC, direct numerical control.

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