Lantek launches the 2011 version of Lantek Expert

Since its formation, Lantek has been committed to meeting the design and computer-aided manufacturing needs of metal processing companies by providing extremely powerful and flexible systems designed to optimise manufacturing performance. Lantek Expert 2011 includes a host of new functionality and has been designed to integrate perfectly with all the other productivity solutions offered by the company. Sheet metal manufacturers can obtain significant operational advantage from implementing Lantek's range of CAD/CAM/ERP systems which provide solutions for programming all types of CNC cutting machines, control of manufacturing processes and the management of manufacturing, in a single integrated environment. The main new features of Lantek Expert 2011 include a customised interface, for users to quickly and easily create tailor-made menus and combine them with existing menus. Simultaneous view of the machining operations is also possible. The new capability enables programmers to quickly go to any step in the the machining process while viewing the cutting instruction and its graphic representation. This makes editing, deleting and viewing an extremely simple processes. Other advances in Lantek Expert 2011 include new advanced machine configurations, which enable multiple cutting and punching technologies to be defined for each machine, eliminating duplicate machine definitions. The new software also allows the restriction of common line cutting to particular components, giving users more control over manufacturing methodology. Handling of offcut material is improved in the 2011 version. It now considers the machine technology including cutting and clamping zones and can determine the minimim size of an offcut according to its material and thickness. Furthermore, it also includes full turret management. Both graphics and document creation are enhanced in the new version. The part and its machining operations benefit from improvements in display and simulation. Different punch types can be viewed in different colours as can forming tools and working areas, making it easier to see and understand the cutting process. Documents for shop floor use can now be printed from inside the CAM software, and options for the information included have been increased, simplifying and facilitating programing and manufacture. Extra improvements which bring even more advantages to Lantek users include bringing together drilling, threading and countersinking into one simple operation and the implemetation of common line cutting on combination machines. Lantek aims to provide the most advanced technology to its customers and the improvements it has included in Lantek Expert 2011 will offer them significant productivity gains, keeping them ahead of their competitors.