 Frequently asked Questions: |
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| What are the major benefits of a PC based control retrofit? |
| Improved machine productivity, improved reliability, non-proprietary replacement parts and state of the art PC-based technology |
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| I've seen retrofits on other sites for less than $10,000, why are yours more expensive? |
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| Most of these "inexpensive" CNC retrofit controls are merely parts that must be integrated by the end user. Our PC-based retrofit package is a complete software/hardware system that requires no additional parts or programming and can be installed in 3-4 days on-site. |
| Often "inexpensive" CNC retrofit packages require extensive engineering, programming, testing and most importantly extensive machine downtime. Often these packages are "one-size-fits-all" CNC packages |
| and are not designed for a particular machine. All PC Control retrofit packages are specially designed & engineered for your make & model of turret punch, single punches or press brakes. |
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| Do I have to change Axis Motors when I retrofit? |
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| In most cases we can interface our PC-based control to your existing servo amps & motors. If the machine servo system is reliable and able to be serviced for the future, we use the existing. PC Controls can also quote as an option to upgrade the excising amps & motors either during the control retrofit or at a later date. |
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| Will my machine tool work faster after a retrofit? |
| A PC-based control retrofit improves speed of operation and programming. Many other productivity gains are provided including ethernet connectively of your machine tool to the office environment. |
