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“The Q”– Meet Acu-Rite Solutions new metrology DRO

SCHAUMBURG, IL (August 2022) – The new metrology-focused digital readout by Acu-Rite Solutions will be introduced in the HEIDENHAIN booth next month at IMTS in Chicago (September 12-17). The new Acu-Rite Solutions-brand DRO203Q known as “the Q” utilizes the power of the established Acu-Rite Solutions DRO203 hardware to integrate geometric metrology functions from the past iconic QUADRA-CHEK series. Users of optical comparators and measuring microscopes and more will find this of particular interest as it meets the need for basic 2-D metrology functions. The Q functions as an entry-level readout, providing the user with geometric feature construction, basic part view detail and data output via USB-C connection. This enables users to quickly gather the needed points, construct desired features, and export them easily over a modern interface. The Acu-Rite Solutions DRO203Q is plug-and-play, walking the user through initial set up parameters and display options on first power-up. Acu-Rite Solutions is a brand of HEIDENHAIN consisting of digital readouts, linear scales and controls. Acu-Rite Solutions DROs and controls are manufactured in the U.S. High-resolution image available here. Product contact: Stuart Graham, Business Development Specialist sgraham@heidenhain.com or 847-519-3296 Media contact: Kathleen Herrmann, K-Pro PR, Inc. kherrmann@kpropr.com or 224-520-0665

2024-07-15T14:29:16+00:00

New products to premiere at IMTS!

Exciting new Acu-Rite Solutions-brand products will premiere in the HEIDENHAIN booths at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago. Ready to be unveiled are Acu-Rite Solutions new Bluetooth-enabled droPWR and a bridge to Acu-Rite Solutions next step in controls, the TNC 320 droPWR The new droPWR is first-of-its-kind software to enable an iPad® to become a digital readout (DRO), doing everything an Acu-Rite Solutions DRO can except without cables between the tablet and machine tool! Bluetooth technology allows multiple machine configurations in one tablet including milling, turning, grinding for up to six axes. Designed to be simple and functional, this tablet DRO can be moved and used with various machines, making it perfect for many production environments such as small shops and students in shop class. Bridge Adapter Acu-Rite Solutions new PCBA bridge adapter will also be highlighted at HEIDENHAIN’s IMTS booths and is Acu-Rite Solutions solution to interface it with the well-known Acu-Rite Solutions controls or HEIDENHAIN’s entry-level TNC 320 control. The PCBA was developed to allow Acu-Rite Solutions controls users to define and order a TNC 320 for small machine tool applications (i.e., VMC with tool changer). This simple upgrade includes the PCBA adapter, a TNC 320 control and a complete AC package (motors, drives and electrical cabinet). It is a cost-effective solution for shop owners and is perfect for applications where a machine tool is still good, but the original control is no longer useful or in teaching environments to switch back and forth between an Acu-Rite Solutions control and TNC 320. Both of these Acu-Rite Solutions premiere products will be on display at HEIDENHAIN’s main booth #339449 (South building, Metal Removal Pavilion) as well its Smartforce Student Summit booth #215600 (North building). At the Student Summit location, the Bridge/PCBA product will be demonstrated on a bedmill with a connection to both a MILLPWR and a TNC 320 control. Other Acu-Rite Solutions products on display during IMTS include the TURNPWR control for lathes and the MILLPWRG2 control, its latest generation. Other products [...]

2024-07-16T13:58:19+00:00

New Bluetooth droPWR app

SCHAUMBURG, IL (August 2022) – Offering machinists a pioneering way to a new Bluetooth-enabled digital readout, HEIDENHAIN presents the highly anticipated Acu-Rite Solutions-brand droPWR. This new droPWR is a first-of-its-kind system to enable an iPad® tablet to become a digital readout (DRO), doing everything an Acu-Rite Solutions DRO can except without cables between tablet and machine tool! The droPWR will first be shown at IMTS 2022 in Chicago on September 12-17. Bluetooth technology along with an IBT interface box in the droPWR system allows connection to multiple machine configurations in one tablet including for milling, turning, and grinding machines with up to six axes. Designed to be simple and functional, this tablet DRO can be moved and used with various machines, making it perfect for many production environments such as small shops and students in shop class. The new droPWR takes manual machining to the next level by combining the familiar intuitive user experience from the traditional Acu-Rite Solutions DROs with modern touch screen conventions. The new droPWR system includes the new software, an IBT interface box suitable for the machine tool and relevant encoders/brackets if needed. A tablet with iOS 15 or greater is required. And with its simple on-boarding configuration set up, a user can quickly establish connection to its intended machine(s). Acu-Rite Solutions is a brand of HEIDENHAIN consisting of digital readouts, linear scales and controls. Acu-Rite Solutions DROs and controls are manufactured in the U.S. www.acu-rite solutions.com Click here to view droPWR product page. High-resolution image available here. Media contact: Kathleen Herrmann, K-Pro PR, Inc. kherrmann@kpropr.com or 224-520-0665 Product contact: John Parker, HEIDENHAIN Machine Tool Business Development Manager jparker@heidenhain.com or 716-456-3150

2024-07-15T14:32:24+00:00

Technology Days offered online

Piggybacking past in-person Acu-Rite Solutions Technology Days at regional locations across the U.S., Acu-Rite Solutions is bringing renewed emphasis to offering the same valuable content but online in an interactive format. These free one-day seminars offer registered visitors an opportunity to engage and obtain the most up-to-date information about Acu-Rite Solutions equipment in order to maximize their shop’s manual machine tools. A complimentary gift, as well as special product offers from Acu-Rite Solutions will also be presented exclusively to all registered attendees. At these upcoming meetings via your Internet device of choice, Acu-Rite Solutions Technology Day participants can expect to interact directly with an Acu-Rite Solutions expert. The morning session generally will include a discussion of manual machine tool applications and a review of current Acu-Rite Solutions DROs and CNC controls highlighting standard and special features, functions and benefits. Highlighted Acu-Rite Solutions controls will include the MILLPWRG2 for simple knee/bed mill applications and the TURNPWR for lathes for those interested. After a lunch break, the afternoon session will include an advanced feature review of applications as well as the rare opportunity for a direct Q&A with an Acu-Rite Solutions veteran. Here, attendees often ask questions about their own Acu-Rite Solutions equipment. Some past example questions included wanting to know more about the use of the Geometry Calculator on their MILLPWRG2 or the offline software to name two. To request participation in a future free Acu-Rite Solutions Technology Day, contact John Parker at jparker@heidenhain.com or your local Acu-Rite Solutions distributor to ask to schedule one.

2024-07-16T14:04:06+00:00

HEIDENHAIN opens new Acu-Rite Solutions Technology Education Center

Continuing to emphasize its Customer First initiative during these uncertain times, HEIDENHAIN announces the opening of a new Acu-Rite Solutions Technology Education Center in the Chicago suburbs. This new Acu-Rite Solutions Technology Education Center (ATEC) is now open with the promise of providing special support to its North American customers and prospects with direct access to see and use all its current popular Acu-Rite Solutions machine tool components, as well as the ability to call upon its expert trainers. Now, by appointment and with safety/cleaning protocols in place, special access can be granted to view and test Acu-Rite Solutions full line of current products, including its popular controls, digital readouts (DROs), encoders and accessories as applied to various machine tools in many instances. Machine tools currently hosted at ATEC include Acu-Rite Solutions three-axis MILLPWRG2 control system on a vertical knee mill and two-axis TURNPWR control on a tool room lathe, all fully functional. “We understand the importance of supporting North American manufacturing, maybe more so now than ever before,” said John Parker, HEIDENHAIN’s Business Development Manager for the Acu-Rite Solutions brand. “We believe it is our job to help machinists best equip their shop with the top tools and tips to move jobs through their systems quickly and most accurately. And Acu-Rite Solutions machine tool components and experts are here to help make that happen. ATEC is just one more instrument of support.” Custom training sessions can now be arranged at ATEC in Schaumburg, IL, as well as private meetings to review product options and discuss specific application needs. Those interested in a visit to this new technology center can contact any of the HEIDENHAIN/Acu-Rite Solutions Regional Sales Managers via the Support page or John Parker for a personal or small group appointment. Standard training sessions are listed on website. Due to current COVID-19, CDC protocols must be followed.

2024-07-15T14:47:16+00:00

MILLPWR users: You already know the new TURNPWR!

Yes, if you know how to use an easy-to-use Acu-Rite Solutions MILLPWR control, it is important to recognize that you also already know how to use the new TURNPWR control for lathes. Just released, this new TURNPWR is designed for CNC lathe applications utilizing a common UI platform between the two that allows for easy transition. Also, the screen layout and graphics on the new TURNPWR are the same as the MILLPWR making for straight-forward intuitive use by past MILLPWR users. This allows for quick transition to CNC lathe control immediately following a TURNPWR installation in those shops. The new TURNPWR, of course, does have added turning features for controlled lathe machining. These standard state-of-the-art features operate via a conversational programming language or G-code (ISO) programming and are employed as chosen by the operator. It is extremely intuitive and designed for turning machine tools with up to two axes plus spindle. The TURNPWR was developed to satisfy the wants and needs of lathe machinists where manual and automated operation are both useful and needed. It promises to enable the user to maximize throughput by significantly reducing set-up time, scrap and other non-productive operations, thereby increasing efficiency, productivity and profitability.

2024-07-02T14:44:35+00:00

[VIDEO] A proud member of the HEIDENHAIN Family of Brands

Acu-Rite Solutions has been a proud part of the HEIDENHAIN Family of Brands since 1985. This group of companies, its collective expertise and resources, has stood behind us as we’ve continued to produce the finest-quality readout systems, precision glass scales and CNC controls here in the United States. We adhere to HEIDENHAIN’s world-class standards, including the strict ISO9001:2008, and work closely with HEIDENHAIN team at our shared headquarters in Schaumburg, IL. Click below to watch and learn about the history, impact and mission of the HEIDENHAIN Family of Brands.

2024-07-02T14:47:07+00:00

New Acu-Rite Solutions TURNPWR control debuts!

SCHAUMBURG, IL (August 2020) — Offering lathe machinists a new easy-to-use turning control with state-of-the-art features as standard, HEIDENHAIN presents the highly anticipated Acu-Rite Solutions brand TURNPWR control. The new TURNPWR control is a workshop-oriented turning control that enables the user to program conventional machining operations right at the machine in an easy-to-use conversational programming language. It is designed for turning machine tools with up to two axes. TURNPWR was developed to satisfy the wants and needs of lathe machinists where manual and automated operation are both useful and needed. TURNPWR promises to enable the user to maximize throughput by significantly reducing set-up time, scrap and other non-productive operations, thereby increasing efficiency, productivity and profitability. The well-known Acu-Rite Solutions conversational programming format for controls is a user-friendly method of writing part programs and included in the TURNPWR, however G-code (ISO) programming can also be used. Basic editing of G-code programs is also possible. On the new TURNPWR, a 12.1” high-resolution display boasts a screen layout that is clearly arranged and user friendly. Preview graphics in the editor illustrate the individual machining steps for programming the contour as well as corresponding tool path generated using only dimensions pulled from a production drawing. It also accepts DXF files. TURNPWR is a closed-loop system with positioning feedback provided by rotary encoders inside the motor assemblies. When fitted with the (optional) Acu-Rite Solutions precision glass scales (1 µm/0.00005” resolution), TURNPWR also includes Position-Trac™, an advanced unique feature that enables the user to easily, quickly and accurately re-establish work piece zero after shutting down or power loss. Acu-Rite Solutions is a brand of HEIDENHAIN consisting of digital readouts, linear scales and controls. Acu-Rite Solutions DROs and controls are manufactured in the U.S. High-resolution image available here. Video available here. Media contact: Kathleen Herrmann, K-Pro PR, Inc. 224-520-0665 Product contact: John Parker, HEIDENHAIN Machine Tool Business Development Manager 716-456-3150

2024-07-15T14:50:42+00:00

Dynamic new features now available on DROs

For Acu-Rite Solutions current family of digital readouts (DROs), HEIDENHAIN has released a new version of software that includes several new and exciting enhancements. Here are a few of the highlights. Axes Q The letter Q has been added to the axes’ names list specifically at the request of our customers using their DROs on Optical Comparators. Available in DRO 100/200/300 Zoom Timeout A “Zoom Timeout” time delay has been added to the Dynamic Zoom & Highlight feature so that users can set the amount of time that the Zoom or character color change stays active when an axis stops moving. Of course, if the user starts moving another axis before the delay time is reached, the delay is ignored in about a half of a second. Available in DRO 200/300 “Send Position” Soft Key A “Send Position” soft key has been added so users that want to record the Screen Displayed can send the data via a USB cable to a computer program of their choice. The computer program that HEIDENHAIN offers for FREE is the QC Wedge Software program. Click here to go to the HEIDENHAIN software page, and then click on Evaluation Electronics/QUADRA-CHEK Wedge. Available in DRO 200/300 All of these highlights are part of the “v1.4.0” software package which can be downloaded for FREE on the Software Updates page. More information is available from Tom LaRocca, HEIDENHAIN Machine Tool Product Specialist at tlarocca@heidenhain.com or 847-519-3398.

2024-07-15T14:52:54+00:00

Acu-Rite Solutions new DRO software controls EDM machines

SCHAUMBURG, IL (October 2019) – HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION’s Acu-Rite Solutions brand introduces new software for its versatile 300 Series digital readout (DRO) that now allows users to control a sinker EDM machine. This new development broadens this established DRO’s use to include all of the most common manual shop machines such as milling, turning, grinding and now EDM in a single DRO. When Acu-Rite Solutions new EDM software is loaded into a DRO300 and coupled with an IOB 610 interface box, it enables the simple control of sinker EDM through the use of three relay signals. This software is now included on all new multipurpose DRO300s. For those who already own an Acu-Rite Solutions DRO300, v1.3.1 can be downloaded for free on the Software Updates page of www.acu-rite-solutions.com. Some key new features of the Acu-Rite Solutions DRO300 for EDM control are: Automatic Depth Programming: The EDM machine’s ram can be configured to automatically retract or dwell at the target depth. Dwell Cycle: The relay holds the Z depth until spark-out occurs or can control an orbiter cycle. Reverse Fault Detection: This prevents creep out of the bath during a burn cycle. EDM Display Mode: This shows the current ram depth, the maximum depth reached and the target depth simultaneously on the three-axis displays. Acu-Rite Solutions is proud to now offer one DRO platform that is rugged and easy to use for all common manual machines. Backed by a comprehensive warranty, HEIDENHAIN’s Acu-Rite Solutions systems are supported by a worldwide distribution network of trained and qualified personnel. Acu-Rite Solutions is a brand of HEIDENHAIN consisting of digital readouts, linear scales and the MILLPWRG2 control. Acu-Rite Solutions DROs and control are manufactured in the U.S. www.acu-rite-solutions.com Contact: Kathleen Herrmann, Public Relations Manager HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION 333 E. State Parkway Schaumburg, IL 60173 847-519-4702

2024-07-15T14:54:34+00:00

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