Siemens Answers with SINUMERIK 840Di Solution Line – Fully PC-integrated CNC Solution

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SINUMERIK 840Di Solution Line US Success Stories

The SINUMERIK 840Di sl brings unprecedented power, range, and precision to the realms of motion control, whether for machine tools, special-purpose machines, robot systems, or retrofit applications.

A fully PC-integrated numerical control system for up to 20 axes, the SINUMERIK 840Di solution line features our advanced SINAMICS S120 drive system. The control features open hardware and software functions to bring digital power and precision to any motion control challenge. Ideally suited for users requiring distributed automation solutions with regard to PLC I/Os and drives, SINUMERIK 840Di sl provides extreme design flexibility:

Individual technology solutions are easily achieved using a customized HMI and completely open PLC configuration
Flexible communication via USB and Ethernet interfaces and via isochronous PROFIBUS
Flexible solutions through open hardware and software functions using standard applications on a rigid industrial PC

Typical applications for the SINUMERIK 840Di sl range from machine tools and special machines through handling devices to retrofits.

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Functions

Performance and flexibility –scalability of hardware and software allows you to use the SINUMERIK 840Di sl in a wide array of applications – from simple positioning tasks to complex multi-axis systems

System-wide openness – thanks to openness in HMI and PLC, individualized solutions are more possible

Well-proven operator software and programming software – the following are available for the optimum operation and programming of your machine tools:

Startup - Windows program for simple entry to the SINUMERIK 840Di sl.
HMI Advanced – Windows-based cross-technology, multichannel user interface software for complete operation of the machine tool.
ShopMill or ShopTurn - operating and programming software packages that simplify machine operation and the programming of workpieces. ShopMill is applicable to vertical and universal milling machines and ShopTurn for turning technology.

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Additional Features

DRIVE-CLiQ Electronic Rating Plate in all Components

All SINAMICS S120 components with a DRIVE-CliQ interface have an electronic rating plate containing all relevant component data. On commissioning or replacement, this data is automatically sent to the higher-level control or harmonized with it. This greatly simplifies commissioning and servicing.

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ePS Network Services

To prevent faults and downtimes wherever possible, the ePS Network Services available to the factory maintenance department for cyclic evaluation of the machine status and of individualmachine components. This allows optimized test procedures, trend analysis, ongoing evaluation and maintenance measures, and more.

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Motion Control Information System

MCIS features powerful software modules for optimum integration of machines in your data processing environment, improving the productivity and reliability of processing machines.

For production, this means:

Smooth coordination of planning, scheduling and execution
Shorter setup times and enhanced efficiency
Reduced machine downtimes
Simplified fault analysis

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SINUMERIK 840Di Solution Line US Success Stories

Title	Application Featured	Value-Added Service Featured
Siemens 840Di puts new “Spin” on control scheme at MJC	Metal Forming
CNC Retrofit Improves Tire Mold Machining		Machine Retrofit
Industrial CNC Proudly Enters The New Stone Age	Stone Cutting