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Swiss-Type Lathes

Source: IMCS, Inc.
The software helps the operator break a complicated part surface into a set of planes or faces. Machining tasks, such as turning, plane milling and cylinder milling are carried out separately for each face in an intuitive manner.
Swiss-Turning

PartMaker Lets You Program Your CNC Swiss-type lathe Easier than Ever Before

PartMaker applies a powerful "divide and conquer" programming strategy to simplify the programming of CNC Swiss-Type Lathes. The software helps the operator break a complicated part surface into a set of planes or faces. Machining tasks, such as turning, plane milling and cylinder milling are carried out separately for each face in an intuitive manner. Visual programming assures quicker learning and ease of use.

PartMaker supports most models of CNC Swiss-type lathes including those manufactured by Citizen, Star, Hardinge and Tsugami. To learn more about specific machines supported, please visit our "Gallery of Parts."

PartMaker makes programming a Swiss-Type Lathe so simple that even novices can produce good programs in a matter of a few hours. The software performs a full set of lathe operations: facing, turning, grooving and threading. Dual turrets and dual spindles are also supported. Index Milling/Drilling on the end of the part and on the outside diameter are included among the product's standard components.

PartMaker allows you to take full advantage of the full range of your machines capabilities. PartMaker will save you money by decreasing both programming and cycle times. It will also let you make more money by allowing you to program more complex parts than you could without it.

Some Other Features:

  • Windows user interface assures quick learning
  • Pictorial explanation simplifies parameter entry
  • Context sensitive help on hand
  • Tools Data Base manages tool inventory

IMCS, Inc., 540 Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 201, Fort Washington, PA 19034. Tel: 215-643-5077; Fax: 215-653-0105.