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Windows 7–Style User Interface Makes CMM
Software for Tactile Inspection Fast, Intuitive
Economical CMM-Manager 3.0 for
Windows 7 tactile inspection software
from Nikon Metrology N.V.
runs on nearly all CNC and manual
coordinate measuring machines
(CMMs). Its modern and intuitive
Windows 7 graphical interface makes
the software highly informative and
interactive. CMM-Manager automates
serial inspection, but it also can save
money by making it easy to take a
few points on the spot. When combined
with the Renishaw PH20 5-axis
probe head, this version accelerates
inspection jobs considerably.
In CMM-Manager 3.0 for Windows
7, the dashboard has been upgraded
with intuitive new icons and with a
ribbon bar–style layout. The new version
also incorporates touch-screen
and multitouch support, plus intuitive
navigation paths. The user can simply
Big energy savings in machining operations
can be achieved with integrated
tooling solutions offered
by Mapal Präzisionswerkzeuge
Dr. Kress KG. In one application
involving the manufacture of
automotive gearboxes, for
example, enhanced tooling
from Mapal resulted in
a company saving more
than 8,500 kWh per year,
equivalent to the emission
of 4.9 tonnes of CO 2 .
For that manufacturer,
Mapal developed a
combination tool that
machined seven different
features and
replaced four separate
tools that previously
walk up to the CMM, quickly align the
part, and immediately measure geometric
features and points on planes.
When CAD is available, snap point
measurements can be taken on the
screen—manually probing the workpiece
is unnecessary—and dimensional
charts with colour-coded point
deviations automatically created.
A serial inspection routine that runs
on any brand of CMM is easy to pro-
were employed. Its introduction eliminated
388 hours of machine running
time annually.
Mapal’s integrated tools allow several
bores, chamfers and flat surfaces
to be machined completely in a
single operation. This typically
means that four or more tool
changes can be eliminated,
that machining cycles can
be dramatically shortened,
and, consequently, that
the machining centre’s
energy consumption for
the particular project
can be reduced by a
considerable amount.
Mapal also delivers
energy savings by
providing tools that
duce with CMM-Manager
3.0 for Windows 7. In addition,
automated inspection
results in graphical part-to-
CAD comparison. The software
operates on a PC or
laptop running a Microsoft
Windows 7 32- or 64-bit
operating system.
The PH20 probe head
that this version of CMM-
Manager supports provides fast,
infinite rotary positioning for highspeed
point measurement with minimal
CMM movement. It brings 5-axis
inspection capability to smaller CMMs
by optimizing the working volume of
the measurement platform.
» Nikon Metrology N.V.
Leuven, Belgium
www.nikonmetrology.com
Integrating Tool Technologies Leads to
Energy-Efficient Machining and Time Savings
accommodate higher feed speeds.
For example, the Mega-SpeedDrill
and the FeedPlus multitooth reamer
typically cut machining times in half.
Higher speeds are very energy efficient,
especially in machining large
workpieces and when lightweight
tools with optimized cutting-edge
geometries are used. In addition,
minimum-quantity lubrication and
dry-cutting techniques supported by
Mapal technology can provide even
greater energy savings, as they eliminate
the need for electrically driven
coolant systems.
» Mapal Präzisionswerkzeuge
Dr. Kress KG
Aalen, Germany
www.mapal.com
European Tool & Mould Making | May 2011 | www.etmm-online.com