Support for strengthening machine processing business management: Release of the tool management system WinTool 2025.1!

Tool management software that strengthens the management of machining operations. It centralizes tool information that tends to be scattered within the company and supports the improvement of business productivity!

●Centralized Management of Cutting Tools and Tooling Information We build an integrated tool library to centrally manage data on cutting tools, tooling, jigs, measuring instruments, etc., which tend to be scattered within the company. This promotes information sharing across departments and allows us to establish a knowledge base not only of catalog information but also of our own know-how. ●Centralized Management of Files Used in Machining Operations In addition to tool information, we manage CAD/CAM data, NC programs, setup instructions, photos, videos, etc., in a one-stop manner for each processing unit. All "tools + files" are processed in a visible and standardized format. ●Collaboration Between Design and Manufacturing in Machining In addition to production preparation information such as tool information used in CAD/CAM, we manage manufacturing site information such as inventory management of actual tools and the location of tools attached to and detached from machine tools, achieving the integration of management between production technology and machining site areas. ●Unique to Tool Management Specialized Vendors Through interfaces with various systems such as CAM, tool presetters, machine tools, tool storage systems, ERP, MES, and PLM, WinTool serves as an information hub in the machining business process and contributes to the improvement of machining business processes.

• Production Management System

Organize and tidy up files and data used in machining operations, such as NC programs, for quick searchability!

Organize and tidy up files and data related to processing tasks by category. We will centrally manage various types of information such as CAD data, NC programs, other programs, tool lists, procedure manuals, images, videos, etc. This allows for one-stop management of files that are often managed separately by different departments and personnel, eliminating the chaos of file management across multiple departments and reducing human errors caused by a lack of consistency. Additionally, by properly managing files generated daily, we can accumulate information as know-how, which can be utilized in repeated processing and also serve as reference information for similar processing tasks. Furthermore, NC folders categorized by processing tasks can create sub-NC folders, allowing for hierarchical organization of NC folders. For example, by defining the relationships between main programs and sub-programs, we can enhance the depth of management regarding the relationships between processing tasks.

• Document and Data Management

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The time for celebration has come! The new production hall has started operations! While finishing work continues in other parts of the building, metal shavings are already being produced in the first machining center. Last Friday afternoon, employees and their families, along with companies involved in the construction, gathered to celebrate the achievements so far. Cold drinks, hot barbecue, and an ice cream stand were provided. During the celebration, many employees had the opportunity to tour the entire new building for the first time. Visitors were introduced to the new machines and improved logistics through guided tours of the production area. The new training room, the training center on the upper floor, and the latest conference room for customers were also unveiled. With this new building, Volkmann GmbH has secured an additional 4,500 square meters of production space. This expansion was very important, as the existing hall had already reached its limits due to the company's ongoing growth and increased production volume.

▶Issue: Before further processing the powder in the next stage (such as packaging machines), it is necessary to inspect for the presence of metal foreign objects using a metal detector. To achieve high sensitivity, the powder needs to be inspected through free fall, but due to low ceiling height and operational inconvenience, it is not possible to install the metal detector in the next stage. ▶Solution: The CEIA metal detector will be installed under a Volkmann vacuum conveyor and on a Volkmann mobile lift. The height-adjustable lift will allow the product discharge outlet of the metal detector to be adjusted to the appropriate height for the mobile container. Additionally, the vacuum conveyor can be lowered to a height that allows the mobile lift to pass through doors. The powder will be transported, for example, from an IBC container to the mobile lift and then to the metal detector via vacuum transfer. Metal foreign objects will be sorted and collected in a separate bottle. The inspected powder will be collected in a mobile container. Another vacuum conveyor is installed for the next stage, such as the packaging machine, from which the powder will be drawn from this container. Inspection and separation of metal parts can be conducted very close to the next stage, and it is also possible in more distant production areas.

The video shows that there is a tank at the bottom of the vacuum conveyor, and steam is constantly being released (in a simulated manner). If no measures are taken, the steam will enter the inside of the vacuum conveyor, condense into water droplets, and cause powder adhesion. Both our company and our customers have been troubled by such installations. This time, with the special module jointly developed with Minato Engineering Co., Ltd., we have succeeded in blocking the rising steam. From around the middle of the video, you can see that this function is turned on. You should be able to understand that the steam that was previously rising has disappeared. As a result, it has become possible to install equipment in a steam atmosphere, which was previously difficult to do, with peace of mind.

【Period: Ongoing until October 31, 2025】 For orders of 10 pieces or more: Dry T-shirt 1 piece @1,800 yen (tax included) Dry Polo Shirt 1 piece @2,300 yen (tax included) (Includes garment and one print location) For sizes 3L and above, an additional 550 yen An additional 550 yen for each additional print location Design and data production fees are required separately. (No fee if submitting complete data) We accept orders for various purposes such as events, teams, goods, souvenirs, and gifts, from one piece to mass production. We also have many other garments not listed. Please feel free to inquire.