Compact Siemens CNC for turning and milling

The control includes CNC functions such as kinematic transformations and an efficient tool management system. CNC, PLC, operator panel and axis control for six CNC measurement circuits is offered, and the system software is tailored to address the needs of complex turning and milling. Use of the ShopMill and ShopTurn graphic workstep programming systems helps reduce programming time when producing small batch sizes. For large-scale series production, high-level language programming, in conjunction with programGuide for technology cycle parameterization significantly reduces programming times. In addition, the Sinumerik 828D also supports ISO programming, customary in Asia and the United States. With these options, Sinumerik 828D is capable of working with every type of CNC programming method used around the world. The Sinumerik 828D makes available modern PC and cell phone technology to the compact machine class for the first time. Extensive graphical online help, animations and a new type of input prompting system with moving picture sequences provide the basis for exceptional user convenience. USB, Compact Flash (CF) card and Ethernet ports permit simple high-speed data transfers onto storage media or integration of the control system into corporate networks. With its Easy Message functionality, the Sinumerik 828D offers process monitoring by text messaging (SMS). Depending on the recipient's profile setting, the machine will transmit information about workpiece machining status, report on the tool condition currently in use and even send machine maintenance bulletins. The combination of these functions permits machine downtime to be reduced to a minimum. In milling versions, using Advanced Surface, the intelligent path guidance system, the Sinumerik 828D can also be used for the production of high-precision moulds. The turning version is specifically designed for single-channel inclined-bed lathes. Alongside powered tools for face and outer surface machining, with and without Y-axis, the system also supports a fully functional counter spindle.