Fort Washington, PA – PartMaker Inc., a division of Delcam Plc, will unveil a new, specialist functionality for the programming and simulation of Bar Fed Mills at IMTS 2010 in Chicago, IL. This new functionality will be available for use in PartMaker Version 2011, which will be previewed at the show and is slated for release in the fourth quarter of 2010.

The new specialist software from PartMaker provides more realistic simulation of the machining processes carried out on Bar Fed Mills with unique architectures from such leading builders as Willemin-Macodel, Bumotec, Chiron, Mazak, Star, Tornos-Almac, Stama among others. Bar Fed Mills are a unique breed of mill-turn centers that combine the continuous production capability of traditional bar-fed turn-mill center with platform of a vertical machining center.

PartMaker CAM software has a unique ability to automate the programming of Bar Fed Mills as a result of the blend of two unique technologies it employs. For parts with features requiring 2-axis, 2 ½ axis, 3-axis and 3+2 machining, the software employs a patented “Divide and Conquer” programming strategy to automate programming. PartMaker’s Patented Divide and Conquer technique makes programming the multi-axis operations found on a Bar Fed Mill easier by allowing the programmer to break the part down into a series of simpler operations. When a part requires simultaneous 5-axis programming, PartMaker is able to integrate the extraordinarily sophisticated 5-axis machining strategies found in PowerMILL, Delcam’s industry leading CAM system for automating the programming of complex shapes like turbine blades.

PartMaker users of Bar Fed Mills have already been able to take advantage of this unique combination of technology for some time. The new version of PartMaker, to be previewed at IMTS, will take users to another level of productivity by allowing them to simulate the very unique kinematics of Bar Fed Mills in the PartMaker 3D Simulation environment.
“We at PartMaker Inc. see Bar Fed Milling technology as a major part of the future of complex, small parts manufacturing,” says Hanan Fishman, President of the PartMaker Division of Delcam Plc. “These machines are effectively miniature “machine shops in a box”, allowing users to produce highly complex, tight tolerance parts with minimal set-up time.”

“Programming these machines also raises unique challenges from a tool path development, simulation and post processing perspective. As a result, we have invested heavily in R&D to create a CAM solution specifically tuned to the needs of the users of Bar Fed Mills,” says Fishman. “Already, many of our users, especially those in the medical device arena are benefiting from these developments, and the improved simulation which will be available in PartMaker Version 2011 will allow our users to be even more productive.”

In addition to the improvements made in the simulation of Bar Fed Mills in PartMaker Version 2011, the company is also introducing a new 3D CAD system at IMTS 2010 called the PowerSHAPE Companion for PartMaker. While this new product is not directly related to automating the programming of Bar Fed Mills, it will be especially helpful to users using such machines to program 5-axis simultaneous operations by allowing them to create, manipulate and repair 3D geometry to facilitate more efficient 5-axis machining operations.

More on PartMaker
PartMaker is a Knowledge Based Machining system, allowing it to provide a substantial gain in programming efficiency by remembering the tools, material and process information necessary to machine individual part features. It thus relieves the user from reentering the same features information for subsequent parts. It also improves productivity by placing the emphasis on tool management functions.

PartMaker pioneered the field of CAM software for Turn-Mills and Swiss-type lathes with its patented Visual Programming Approach for programming multi-axis lathes with live tooling. It assures quicker learning and easier use. It makes an extensive use of pictures to help the user describe tools, part features and machining data. Synchronization of tools working on multiple spindles is achieved by a few mouse clicks.

PartMaker Inc. is a subsidiary of Delcam Plc, the world’s leading developer and supplier of complete CAD/CAM software solutions. Delcam Plc is publicly traded on the AIM exchange in London. While PartMaker is sold direct in North America by PartMaker Inc. PartMaker is sold overseas through a network of sales partner offices operating in over 120 countries.

HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL – (August 26, 2010) FANUC CNC America recently reached the milestone of manufacturing over 10 million servo motors with 40,000 large servo motors from 100Nm to 3000Nm continuous torque.

At FABTECH, FANUC CNC America will be demonstrating a stamping press simulation utilizing a main ram controlled by a FANUC large servo motor and an additional servo controlled die cushion. This configuration optimizes the advantages of a servo controlled press.

In metal forming and injection molding, servo systems are being utilized as a replacement to hydraulic actuators or a constant speed motor with flywheel. The machines that see benefits to large AC servo motors are those that require higher precision or flexibility. A large servo system improves productivity and provides a rapid ROI when compared to hydraulic or flywheel based machines.

General benefits to a synchronous servo solution:

• Controllability – Using advanced digital drives makes a high degree of controllability possible.
• Reliability – No brushes, servo values, etc., to fail.
• Long Life – Only the bearing life limits the overall lifespan.
• Higher RPM – Using a PWM drive makes higher speeds possible.
• Accuracy – Fully closed loop systems. FANUC large servo motors come standard with a 1 million PPR encoder with a 16 million PPR option.
• Acceleration – The rotor can be lower weight and utilize rare earth magnets easily lowering inertia and increasing torque. These factors allow these motors to accelerate rapidly.
• Energy Savings – Power line regeneration during deceleration saves up to 50% over a hydraulic or standard electric system.
• Environmental Concerns – Noise, oil use and shop air are all reduced.
• Safety – The control system can utilize redundant monitoring of critical components needed to be compliant with machine safety requirements.
• Maintenance – The control system contains many diagnostics and messages reducing the mean time to repair.

FANUC CNC America offers servo motors up to 530KW peak power output. Up to 4 drives can be used to control one motor and up to 8 motors can be driven in tandem to provide large design flexibility and output power that can control the very large stamping presses. All our motors use digital drives, are PWM controlled and all the large motors use power line regeneration for lower cost of operation.

FANUC servo technology has won awards for its technology and energy savings abilities.

As a subsidiary of FANUC LTD., FANUC CNC America is the exclusive provider of industry leading FANUC CNC systems and solutions in the Americas. FANUC CNC America provides a one-stop shop for comprehensive CNC solutions including industry-leading control systems, a complete range of reliable drives and motors and turn-key CO² laser solutions. FANUC CNC America also offers world-class engineering support, genuine FANUC parts, repair and factory automation solutions and training programs.

For more information, visit us at FABTECH, Booth #2353 or contact FANUC CNC America, 1800 Lakewood Blvd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60192, phone: 1-888 FANUC US (888-326-8287), e-mail: fanuc.marketing@fanuccncamerica.com, website: www.FanucCNC.com.

Sandvik Coromant has announced that it will be holding a Technologic event focused on machining processes for applications with difficult-to-machine materials. The event will take place on October 27, 2010 at the Sandvik Coromant Productivity Center in Schaumburg, Illinois and feature a variety of sessions from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

The morning portion of Technologic will focus on machining techniques for applications in heat resistant super alloys, titanium, composites, cobalt chrome and hardened steels. Three afternoon presentations will cover innovations in PCBN tooling, the financial impact of productivity improvements and Sandvik Coromant’s 2010 product introductions. Each of these presentations will be offered at 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm and 4:00 pm, to provide attendees with the flexibility to easily attend any or all of them.

“We have been holding Technologic events for a year now and the feedback has been tremendous,” says John Israelsson, president of Sandvik Coromant. “The technical material presented through these events supercedes any individual products and gets to the heart of processes that can help American manufacturers further enhance their competitive advantages. By working together with partners throughout the industry, we’re able to bring together a powerful base of expertise and put it at a manufacturer’s fingertips.”

Technologic will showcase cutting demonstrations on equipment from DMG, Haas, Mazak, Mori Seiki and Okuma. Additionally the Productivity Center’s Smart Hub will be manned by cutting tool experts all day, who will be available to answer questions and offer advice on attendees’ most demanding applications.

The Sandvik Coromant Productivity Center in Schaumburg, Illinois is located at:

Sandvik Coromant Productivity Center
1665 North Penny Lane
Schaumburg, IL 60173

To register for Technologic, please visit http://www.regonline.com/2010technologic.

Florence, Kentucky, August 17, 2010 – Mazak has announced the launch of Value Inspired Partners (VIP), a new technology partnership program, which is designed to further support customers and provide them with total manufacturing solutions. Stemming from a constant commitment to American manufacturers, this new program represents an increased level of partnership with companies that manufacture equipment, software and accessories. To be VIP certified, companies must provide products and services that transcend traditional supplier relationships and regularly meet a set of qualification criteria.

Criteria for VIP certification include the minimum of the following:

• Be a recognized leader with unique, innovative and high quality products
• Provide extensive pre- and post-sales support
• Add value to customer processes and provide system solutions
• Maintain a culture of ethical business standards and practices

“Over the last decade, the rate of technological innovation has increased substantially across all types of manufacturing equipment and software,” says Brian Papke, president of Mazak Corporation. “To provide the best possible solutions to end users, manufacturers in any specific product category cannot operate in a vacuum. By establishing productive partnerships with producers of complementary technologies, we offer customers a more diverse array of technical expertise and achieve development of truly optimized solutions.”

Sandvik Coromant has been certified as the first member of the Mazak VIP program, and the selection process is ongoing for several other potential members.

“We are pleased to be the first member of the VIP initiative,” said John Israelsson, president of Sandvik Coromant USA. “We will work with this new program to bring our customers a complete machining solution to the shop floor.”

Companies that qualify for the VIP program will work closely with Mazak, both in product development and in creating value-added training events and seminars for American manufacturers. VIP Members will also benefit from cooperative marketing efforts when appropriate.

For more information on the new Mazak VIP program, please visit MazakUSA.com/VIP.

About Mazak Corporation
Mazak Corporation is a leader in the design and manufacture of productivity-improving machine tool solutions. Committed to being a partner to customers with innovative technology, its world-class facility in Florence, Kentucky recently initiated a $9 million manufacturing expansion. The facility’s “Production on Demand” manufacturing concept uses the latest in machine tool technologies as part of its lean strategy. Continuous training and development of the workforce has created a “lean” culture, which has created opportunities for continuing growth in America. Mazak maintains eight Technology Centers across North America to provide local hands-on applications, service and sales support to its customers. For more information on Mazak’s products and solutions, visit www.mazakusa.com.

DAYTON, OH (AUGUST 13, 2010) – Ground was broken today for Motoman Robotics’ new facility at the Austin Blvd/I-75 interchange (northwest corner; exit 41) in Miamisburg, Ohio. The new facility will serve as Motoman Robotics’ headquarters and main manufacturing facility for its North and South American operations.

The 1:00 p.m. ceremony was hosted by Mr. Steve Barhorst, President and COO of Motoman Robotics, a division of Yaskawa America, Inc. Additional speakers included Mr. Jay Tsuda, President of Yaskawa Electric (Kitakyushu, Japan); Mr. Gen Kudo, Chairman and CEO of Yaskawa America, Inc. (Chicago, IL), and Mayor Dick Church of Miamisburg.

Barhorst thanked the local governmental officials, Montgomery County, the City of Miamisburg, the Dayton and Montgomery County Port Authority, the Transportation Improvement District and RG Properties, among others, for all of their efforts and interests in maintaining Motoman Robotics’ operations in Ohio.

In addition, Barhorst recognized the cities of West Carrollton and Troy, Ohio for their extraordinary support of Motoman Robotics over the past 20 years.

Stealing the show was the Motoman® SDA10D robot. The innovative, dual-arm robot ─ otherwise known as Dexter Bot ─ donned a hard hat and turned the first shovel of dirt. Motoman executives and local officials also took turns breaking ground.

The new 300,000 square foot state-of-the-art office and production facility will combine the current West Carrollton, Ohio headquarters, along with a manufacturing plant and a warehouse located in Troy, Ohio.

“The new facility has been designed and will be built with a customer and employee focus,” stated Barhorst. “Our desire is to further enhance our customers’ experience while driving improved efficiencies to help us help our customers be more competitive. Our customers are why we are here today and are the key to our future. We owe it to our customers to serve them more efficiently and effectively.”

The new facility will house approximately 250-275 employees, with the plan to expand the employee base and facility as the company expands its operations. The 25-acre site allows for the building to be expanded by an additional 200,000 square feet to support this growth.

“We look forward to utilizing this expansion as soon as possible and being a catalyst for economic growth in the region,” added Barhorst. “We want to continue to give back to a region that has supported us throughout our existence.”

Construction will take approximately 10 months with an expected move-in date of June 2011.

About Motoman Robotics Division and Yaskawa
Motoman Robotics, a division of Yaskawa America, Inc., was founded in 1989 and has grown to become the second largest robotics company in the Americas with an installed based of approximately 30,000 units. Its products include robotic automation solutions for virtually every industry and robotic application, including arc welding, assembly, coating, dispensing, material handling, material cutting, material removal and spot welding operations. Motoman Robotics’ parent, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, is the world’s leading robot manufacturer with an installed base of more than 200,000 robots and is the world’s largest manufacturer of AC drives and motion control products, including adjustable frequency drives, servo amplifiers, servomotors, machine controllers and motion controllers. For more information, visit www.motoman.com.