Siemens Industry developed the 828D for compact class machine tools.
This control combines CNC, PLC, operator panel, and axis control for six CNC measurement circuits in a single robust operator panel.
Outfitted with kinematic transformations, a tool management system and 80-bit floating point nano precision, the new control benefits from a range of performance features previously reserved for the premium CNC control segment.
The 828D is able to perform with flexibility due to its extensive CNC programming package, Konecranes stated. It can achieve full graphical, high-level language command, and offers support for the ISO programming commonly used in Asia and the US.
"The 828D package comes with new, compatible drives and motors, so that the control is ready to operate upon installation," said Harold Schoch, sales director for the Americas at Konecranes Machine Tool Services division, a Siemens solution partner. "Additionally, it is capable of working with every type of CNC programming method used around the world."
Schoch added: "When you buy the Siemens 828D, it comes with the whole control package, with the motors and drive included. This offers tremendous convenience and flexibility that the customers are really going to like."
Tom Curfiss, retrofit business manager at Siemens, said: "The most succinct way to put it is that the 828D offers a medium-range control at a lower-medium-range cost. Customers get more state-of-the-art technology for less money."
