Huron has chosen ModuleWorks collision avoidance software for its new PreciPROTECT collision avoidance system. The ModuleWorks components run directly on the Siemens Sinumerik 840D SL CNC control and enable Huron to provide real-time collision avoidance for its new K3X8-Five and 0KX50L 5-axis vertical machines.
The ModuleWorks software takes the real axis positions, machine geometries and workpiece position and uses the same motion data as the real servos to provide a fully integrated and visually realistic simulation of the machine kinematics, tools, jaws, clamps and fixtures as well as the material removal process. Collision detection and avoidance is available in both auto and jog modes using look-ahead motion data. If a collision is detected, the machining process is stopped before an actual collision occurs to prevent expensive machine damage and downtime.
“The ModuleWorks software enables us to offer a sophisticated, state-of-the-art collision avoidance system that protects our new 5-axis machines from expensive damage”, explains Bernard Echevard General Manager at Huron. “Our customers benefit from a more efficient and cost-effective production process with reduced risk of downtime and stock wastage.”
“More and more machine manufacturers are recognizing the need to offer real-time collision avoidance systems for their milling and turning machines”, says Mark Foti, Product Manager for the ModuleWorks Collision Avoidance System. “It’s great to see that ModuleWorks components are the solution of choice for industry-leading multi-axis machines.”
The new Huron PreciPROTECT system based on the ModuleWorks collision avoidance technology will be showcased at EMO, 18-23 September 2017 in Hannover, Germany (Huron booth, Hall 27 / Booth D28, ModuleWorks Hall 25 / Booth B26).
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