The new functions for selecting milling tools – shoulder, face and pocket, as well as for the milling of closed grooves – covers all milling operations. A user-friendly interface guides users through the application requirements, prompting entry of relevant information at each stage of the search. Users can also enter details of their own machines into the system, so that searches work within existing capacity parameters. GPS then presents the most efficient options and advises about technical and cost alternatives.
For drilling, users can search with or without diameter tolerances or regrind length, or according to complex pilot drilling strategies where deep hole applications are required. GPS will then recommend possible tools as well as the appropriate machining strategy including cutting data.
In cases where users already have a tool but require the associated cutting data, GPS also has a simplified tool-only search interface that enhances the search process.
