computer numerical controls (cnc) for machine tool

using a combination of graphics and text the operator is taken through set up routines, grinding cycles and wheel form and dress procedures assisted by prompts at each stage. also included are optimum suggested default va......using a combination of graphics and text the operator is taken through set up routines, grinding cycles and wheel form and dress procedures assisted by prompts at each stage. also included are optimum suggested default values for certain parameters, that the operator can either leave or change as he pleases. data input facilities are provided for creating more intricate wheelform and workpiece surface generation programs using standard iso codes and the 524/624 cncs advanced programming language. on the 524/624 cnc dressing and forming of the wheel is accomplished simply, from a pop up diamond device mounted on the machine table. this is automatically raised at the appropriate programmed point in the cycle, presenting the diamonds at the correct angle to the wheel. cross traverse and wheelhead movements are then co-ordinated to produce the required dressing path. special templates or external devices are not required. as with our 524/624 easy models the facility to rapidly dress out a standard wheelform from a new wheel is included as standard.