Topic: Software

CNC programming updates from Ligna

It’s that easy! Many of the advancements we are seeing at the Ligna Show are in ergonomic control interface systems. In the past some operators have been challenged with the perceived difficulty in programming and operating CNC equipment. Not any more! Easy to program and easy to operate is being shown through ergonomic visualization systems. [...]

Performance-Based Manufacturing

The move to automation or new technologies is a considered process. It’s a decision you make based on confidence, capabilities and a trusted relationship. That’s why the professionals at Stiles work closely with you during the entire process to make the way you work simpler, more logical and more cost-effective. Evaluate To help maximize your [...]

Reduce Waste and Increase Volume

Cut Rite optimization and production software reduces costs and boosts production efficiency. This software generates the most cost-effective cutting patterns for sheet material, helping you reduce raw material waste by up to 30%. At the same time it allows faster machine setup, increasing your output by up to 20%. To ensure you operate at optimum [...]

woodWOP Programming

Every woodWOP program has its own special needs and design issues. At times it would be nice to have a ready made pattern to place anywhere on a main panel program.

NexGen Debuts

Read Bill Esler’s report from The Fall NexGen Event, which he referred to as “a roving woodworking technology event”.

Custom Cupboards Goes Robotic

Retrieve. Scan. Place. Repeat. Demonstrating both precise accuracy and flexibility, the robotic cell at Custom Cupboards builds face frames for the company’s line of traditional cabinetry. Launched several months ago, this fully automated production cell is the first of its kind in the United States, says Lance Johanson, vice president of operations for the Wichita, [...]

RFID Ready to Roll at Custom Cupboards

Wichita cabinet manufacturer looks for ways to track parts, eliminate waste Looking beyond the horizon and seeking new opportunities have always been part of the company culture at Custom Cupboards, Inc. Now, this Midwest cabinet manufacturer is taking another step to set it apart from the rest. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) of parts and end [...]

WoodWOP Programming

Tech Tip # 4 WoodWOP Programming: Merge Programs Utilizing Components Utilizing Block Macros What are the advantages / disadvantages to each method? Every WoodWOP program has its own special needs and design issues. At times it would be nice to have a ready made pattern to place anywhere on a main panel program. Common patterns [...]