With the advancement of Industry 4.0, the level of electrical automation of CNC machine tools continues to improve, among which industrial LCD screens play a vital role. This article will explore the key role of industrial LCD screens in the electrical automation of CNC machine tools by analyzing domestic and foreign cases.
1. Analysis of foreign cases
1. Intelligent technology of Japan's OKUMA Company: OKUMA's intelligent technology includes processing condition search function, anti-collision machine function, servo control optimization function, measurement, geometric error compensation function and thermal displacement control function. These technologies improve processing efficiency and accuracy through advanced data processing and control functions, while also increasing the automation and intelligence level of machine tools.
2. Smooth Technology of Japanese MAZAK Company: This technology of MAZAK Company greatly improves processing efficiency through a CNC system equipped with Windows 8 PC and advanced software. By controlling the optimal acceleration of the linear axis and the rotation axis, the efficiency of 5-axis simultaneous machining is increased by 30%. In addition, its CNC machine tools also have a "comprehensive factory operation support" function, which enables monitoring of the operating status of machine tool equipment through open system structure design and Internet technology.
3. Intelligent technology of Japan's FANUC company: The FANUC system aims to improve the intelligence of machine tool control. Its new system 0iMF is equipped with an intelligent function group as standard, including intelligent overlap control, intelligent feed axis acceleration and deceleration, and intelligent spindle acceleration. Deceleration, intelligent adaptive control, etc., these technologies improve the processing accuracy and efficiency of machine tools.
4. Intelligent technology of American HURCO: HURCO mainly designs and manufactures various types of vertical machining centers, horizontal machining centers, 5-axis machining centers and turning centers. Its intelligent technology features include conversational programming and NC/G- Code programming, these technologies assist operators in achieving concise and high-quality machining by streamlining the process from drawing design to part manufacturing.
2. The role of industrial LCD screens
1. Intuitive user interface: Industrial LCD screens equipped with modern CNC machine tools usually use a graphical user interface (GUI), similar to the operation method of a smartphone or tablet. This interface uses icons, menus and graphics to represent different functions, allowing operators to operate intuitively by touching the screen or using a stylus, without having to memorize complex command codes.
2. Real-time monitoring and data visualization: These CNC systems display key data such as machine tool operating status, processing progress, and alarm information in real time through industrial LCD screens. For example, MAZAK's Smooth Technology can monitor the operating status of machine tools and equipment through the screen to achieve comprehensive factory operation support.
3. Integration and operation of intelligent functions: Industrial LCD screens allow operators to easily access and operate various intelligent functions, such as OKUMA's processing condition search, FANUC's intelligent overlay control, etc. These functions are called and controlled through menus or icons on the screen, improving processing accuracy and efficiency.
4. Fault diagnosis and alarm: The industrial LCD screen can display fault codes and alarm information to help operators quickly locate problems and diagnose them. For example, the intelligent function group of the FANUC system may include fault diagnosis tools that provide clear fault information and solutions through the screen.
5. Environmental adaptability and durability: Industrial LCD screens usually have a high level of protection and can adapt to harsh environments such as temperature, humidity, oil, and dust in the workshop. This is crucial to ensure the screen operates stably in harsh industrial environments.
6. Energy saving and environmental protection: Industrial LCD screens use LED backlight technology, which has lower energy consumption and longer service life, and meets the energy saving and environmental protection requirements of modern manufacturing.
The application of industrial LCD screens in CNC machine tools not only improves the convenience and efficiency of operation, but also enhances the functionality and intelligence of the equipment. As technology continues to develop, industrial LCD screens will continue to bring more innovation and progress to the CNC machine tool industry.