Hainbuch introduces online CAD modelling for customers `

The Hainbuch CAD models are available for customers to build via the Hainbuch website (http://hainbuch.partcommunity.com). On the portal, customers can create bespoke Hainbuch clamping systems and build the most efficient workholding device for their exact needs.

Taking this system a step further, the Hainbuch facility also allows customers to download the CAD file from the Hainbuch website and model a complete fixture with components and the machine tool in the CAD system used by the customer. By importing Hainbuch models and putting components into chucks and workholding devices on internal CAD systems, end-users can visualise and calculate machining strategies and potential issues before even placing an order.

Having the ability to measure parameters such as the clearance and kinematics of the machine tool as well as having the tools to visualise potential for errors and collisions with spindles and toolholding equipment prior to purchase will generate huge savings for Hainbuch customers.

Hainbuch UK managing director, Mr Nick Peter, commented: "Our staff spend considerable time walking customers through the process of building their specific solution. With the new on-line system, we can talk customers through the process via the website whilst giving a visual indication of the solution. More experienced engineers can competently build their own solution. The new PARTcommunity portal will provide an on-line quoting service that will streamline and speed up the process for both end users and internal staff. We are often asked to generate CAD models for machine tool builders; with the new CAD package machine tool builders can build a suitable workholding solution with their prospective customers."

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