Software & Digital Solutions

TDM Systems' TDM (Tool Data Management) software is an integrated solution for data acquisition and managing the often bewildering array of tools, tool assemblies, fixtures, and set-up equipment confronting manufacturers.

The May 2013 Get With The Program column addresses the benefits of CNC tool measuring and presetting software.

Used in conjunction with HEIDENHAIN's PWM 20 diagnostic tool, the new ATS (Adjustment and Testing Software) software reportedly provides a powerful and easy-to-use platform to diagnosis encoder faults and to evaluate the output signals of HEIDENHAIN encoders.

Two new Power Pick Global software features improve pick and pass operations in organizations. Power Pick Global software from KardexRemstar Inc. can improve material flow by directing operators to the next pick within the pick zone reducing operator dwell time.

HEIDENHAIN's latest version of the PC-based QUADRA-CHEK metrology software provides advanced functionality for quality control inspection measurement machines.

SPRING Technologies has announced that it is among the first NC simulation software developers to offer mobile functionality in its latest release, NCSIMUL Machine 9, running on Windows 8 Pro and INTEL certified.

As someone who visits job shops and manufacturers almost daily, I know why some are thriving, while others struggle. The ones that are thriving have invested and continue to invest in equipment, software, training and consulting services. Those struggling often say, "I would invest more in these areas, but I can't afford them because my competitors keep underbidding me.

Zontec Inc., a developer of Statistical Process Control (SPC) software, announced an update to Synergy 3000.

A machine vision system for inspecting cutting tool wear.

The heart of rail technology beats in Germany, where the Bombardier Transportation division of the Canadian conglomerate is headquartered in Berlin. Its plant in Netphen, Germany, annually produces 2,500 to 3,000 carriage bodies and bogies (a chassis or framework with wheels that is attached to a railway vehicle).

From HEIDENHAIN Corp. comes a new online interactive training tool for CNC instruction called HIT (HEIDENHAIN Interactive Training).

This month's Get With The Program column in Cutting Tool Engineering looks at the benefits of nesting software for shops that make parts from flat raw materials.