Overview

PC-DMIS Preset & Measure is a comprehensive software suite developed by Hexagon to enhance the productivity of machine tools, particularly in milling and Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) processes. By integrating this solution with coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), manufacturers can perform precise measurements and presetting tasks outside the machining environment, thereby reducing machine downtime and improving overall efficiency. This approach ensures that quality control is maintained without interrupting production, leading to shorter setup times, extended machine availability, and reduced lead times.

Features and Capabilities

• Graphically Supported User Interface: Guides operators through the measurement process without requiring specialized metrological knowledge.
• Macros for Essential Functions:
  • Calibration of probes and chucks
  • Determination of offset data for electrodes and workpieces
  • Quality measurement on electrode contours and workpieces
  • Integrated plausibility checks to prevent operator errors
• Data Management and Export: Measurement data are managed efficiently and can be exported in various formats using fully parameterized post-processors, adaptable to existing processing machines.
• Preset & Measure Inspection Planner: Allows definition of measuring points on a CAD model for preset data determination or quality measurement, facilitating automatic conversion into measuring routines on the CMM.
• Preset & Measure Supervisor: Interfaces with job managers of automated cells, coordinating robot loading, tooling, and the interaction between processing and measuring machines.
• Compatibility: Integrates with manual measuring devices up to fully automated cells and is compatible with various machining and pallet systems.
• Support for Probes: Handles both touch-trigger and scanning probes, accommodating different measurement needs.
• Flexible Measuring Modes: Offers CNC, manual, or mixed measuring modes to suit diverse operational requirements.
• Alignment Capabilities: Aligns chucks mounting electrodes and spindles, ensuring precise setup for machining processes.
• Random Loading Support: Supports random loading of pallets of any size and shape, enhancing flexibility in production.
• Comprehensive Presetting: Provides full presetting of electrodes and workpieces, with accuracy dependent on the type of CMM used.
• Calculation of Correction Values: Calculates all possible correction values (X, Y, Z distances and A, B, C angles) required by the machining type or specific machine model.
• Configurable Presetting Data: Presetting data is fully configurable based on the format required by the intended work center, with a library of ready-to-use output formats available.
• Job and Workpiece Tracking: Effectively supports tracking of jobs and workpieces, ensuring streamlined workflow management.
• Expandable Macro Library: The library of presetting macros is freely expandable to accommodate new or changing presetting requirements.
• Integration with Workshop Managers: Interfaces with Workshop Managers within automated work cells, facilitating seamless integration into existing workflows.
• Optional System Interfaces: Can interface with workpiece identification systems or fixture clamping verification systems, enhancing automation capabilities (optional functions not included in the standard offer).
• Global Technical Support: Access to skilled staff from Hexagon's global network of technical service and support, ensuring assistance when needed.