October 2011

Chris Weber
National Sales Manager
Machine Tool Division

HEIDENHAIN on Worldwide Exhibit

By Chris Weber, National Sales Manager, Machine Tool Division

At this year’s recent EMO show in Hanover, Germany, HEIDENHAIN introduced a number of new technologies and products. Since R&D is really at the heart of HEIDENHAIN, this should come as no surprise to anyone. This is what we do.

At the September show, one of HEIDENHAIN’s new product introductions was the much-anticipated TNC 640, a control suited for both milling and tuning applications. Geared towards multi-operation machining , this control features the well accepted HEIDENHAIN plain language, with additional turning cycles adopted from the ManualPlus and PILOT turning controls, and will feature a new stainless steel design with a standard 19” color flat panel display. More information on this product is available in this Machine Tool eNewsletter’s “Product Highlight” section.

As an addition to our comprehensive probe offering, on display was also the newest touch probes from HEIDENHAIN. The TS 460 work piece probe and TT 460 tool probe are the very first to be offered with both infra-red and radio signal transmission capabilities. This makes them versatile for all machine tool applications where signal speed and transmission distance are critical.

Our “Accuracy Campaign” continued with a display of a new test part highlighting the benefits of proper feedback for fast accurate contouring and superior work piece finish.

Our latest feedback devices for linear and angular applications featuring integrated functional safety features were also present. The new RCN series and LC series were featured.

Once again, HEIDENHAIN’s presence at this large international machine tool show demonstrates our commitment to the industry and is continued proof of HEIDENHAIN as a driving force in worldwide control and feedback solutions.