Jobpack DNC is a shop floor communications solution designed to give you centralised storage and controlled transfer of NC files. It offers a single source solution for all your CNC machines.
Taking a lean approach to manufacturing means eliminating waste and reducing non-value adding activities for which fast, effective and simple shop floor communications are key. More than just DNC software Seiki Jobpack DNC software is more than just networking your machines and managing your NC programs.
This kind of system is called a DNC system, but must not be confused with a distributive numerical control system (also called a DNC system) that simply transfers programs to and from the CNC machine. With a direct numerical control system, the program will be run from a device (commonly a PC) connected to the machine’s communications port. Predator DNC software is designed to network all of your CNC machines, robots, CMMs, PLCs, laser markers, dot peen markers, tool presetters and test stands. Predator DNC transfers your CNC programs, CNC variables, offsets, parameters, PLC registers and other production data to and from your manufacturing equipment.
It delivers all the manufacturing data for each individual operation directly to the shop floor in complete Jobpack folders, giving users immediate, effortless access to the information they need to complete a job. Access all NC program files. View, edit and manipulate files (based on user access privileges). Access complete job information packs, including CAD drawings, simulation videos, photographs, NC programs, job cards, etc.
See a graphical file status verification and a comprehensive audit trail log. Configure the system to meet requirements specified in quality or operating standards to ensure complete compliance The software is installed on the server and on each networked PC (via any Windows compatible network). The access files or folders stored on the server which are configured in the standard Microsoft Explorer format. This type of systematic control of manufacturing data can underpin your internal quality control procedures. Jobpack Manager Toolkit The Jobpack Manager toolkit includes the Seiki NC Editor, which enables NC programs to be easily compiled/edited.
Simultaneously display files to enable quick line by line comparisons. Proven blocks of code can be easily transferred to create new NC programs and the library can be used to store standard blocks of code for start up, tool changes, etc., ready for input. Control is another key feature of Seiki Jobpack DNC software. The system offers 8 levels of user access control (with password protection) for file viewing, graphical file status and control – warning of and restricting access to unproven programs, and edited NC Program transfer control – all programs in a job folder can be automatically blocked until the returned NC Program is approved. System Customisation We are able to customise your system through our bespoke Seiki Batch Script facility (SBS). A powerful yet simple tool, SBS leaves your core software unchanged leaving the customised element intact for your particular application.
Example customisations using SBS can include:. The sequencing of any system operation that can be activated via a configurable command line. The ability to access and manipulate data with the system software. When used specifically with Seiki Jobpack DNC, we can customise data entry prompts such as ‘who’ and ‘why’ before the CNC Editor is displayed, and then ‘what changed?’ after editing the file. The Editor changes will the only be retained if these prompts are completed and the ‘prompt’ replies can be automatically appended to a ‘change log’ text file. All this means that you can tailor your system to address your particular data and process control procedures. It also helps to improve the flow of information between the business and manufacturing operations.
CNC Machine Connectivity We know that precision engineering manufacturers will often have a mix of CNC machine types to be able to offer a flexible, high quality service to their customers. Over 20 years we’ve built a wealth of knowledge and expertise in CNC machine connectivity, having connected to all types of CNC machine makes, models and types. This means that we can continue to support your DNC software requirements as you change, upgrade or invest in new machines. For more information or to speak with a member of the team please call us on 99 or email.
Alternatively, complete our Complete Solution One of the further benefits that Seiki can offer, is a growth plan for your system. For example, once you’ve got your machines connected for DNC the next logical step is to monitor their activity to improve efficiency and reduce downtime with by extending your solution with the addition of our. With a modular solution our aim is to work with you to secure your return on investment and support your business as it grows. Your journey into has begun! Integrate to to automatically or manually record resource status as derived from the machine’s communication interface. The system enables you to record each changeover and setup times to identify the real reasons for lost productivity, effectively supporting continuous improvement strategies with live and accurate data. The Factory Status feature also offers a dynamic, real time view of the shop floor remotely to support unmanned operations and fast response to alerts. Integrate to to view the current state of all work in progress, which in turn enables you to have a view of your true capacity for planning and scheduling work throughput.
The result is improvements in manufacturing processes such as the flow of work in progress (W.I.P), the quality of parts produced, minimising scrap and machine downtime, and the distribution/availability of information throughout the organisation. Our combines simple operation and excellent visualisation all in one. It is available in two screen sizes and is ideally suited for delivering your full screen applications to the shop floor. All our PCs are IP66 rated, which means that they are protected from total dust ingress and are protected from high pressure water jets from any direction.