and require a lot of learning. Fagor Conversational Controls are both conversational and G-code capable.”
Software Drives CNC Productivity Nothing adds functionality quicker to machine controls like new software, and several CNC makers recently added new packages or updated exist- ing software that add key capabilities to machinists’ toolbox. In September 2015, Okuma added to its OSP-P300 control’s software with its new OSP Suite, which Kosmala said is similar to having a Microsoft Office suite for machine tools.
The new OSP Suite features a bundle
of open-architecture applications for enhancing Okuma machine tool users’ productivity. The suite adds operating ef- ficiency apps, allowing users to custom- ize the touchscreen for three different operators, and digital manufacturing features give users manuals, checklists, and process sheets on orders stored in the control.
“Machinists are looking for a control that is easy to learn, quick to set up, and offers them some flexibility.”
OSP Suite also includes Okuma’s ECO Suite, which takes advantage of the Okuma mechatronic approach in the design of its control and machine tools. ECO Suite uses ECO Idling Stop functionality to stop energy-wasting machine tool idling and nonessential functions. Its Thermo-Friendly Concept technology automatically stops the cooling unit if needed, while maintaining machine accuracies, and the software gives reports tracking energy con- sumption and savings. “OSP Suite on
your machine tool is like Word, Excel and PowerPoint is on your PC,” Kosmala said. “Microsoft gives you the Windows environment and those applications for 70% of what you do. Okuma gives you the OSP environment and OSP Suite for
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