Siemens Latest Sinumerik 828 CNC Controller Features New Hardware and Digital Twin for More Flexibility and Cybersecurity
Siemens has unveiled the newest addition to its SINUMERIK CNC family -- the SINUMERIK 828D controller.
The SINUMERIK 828D is specifically designed for the compact and mid-range machine tool market. Its new Panel Processing Unit and the newly re-designed Machine Control Panel (MCP) operating concept offer a wide range of functions and options that increase the productivity, sustainability and efficiency of manufacturing processes.
Run MyVirtual Machine Available for SINUMERIK 828D
The new PPUs allow SINUMERIK 828D to be upgraded to software version 5.24, paving the way for SINUMERIK Run MyVirtual Machine.
As with SINUMERIK ONE, the digital native CNC, Run MyVirtual Machine allows NC programs to be created, validated and optimized using the digital twin of the CNC machine without interrupting production. This reduces the setup time on the real machine by up to 20 percent and minimizes production risks.
In addition, the working area of the machine, clamping, tool and material removal can be visualized in detail in every phase of the NC program. Potential collisions can therefore be recognized and eliminated in advance. Training new employees with Run MyVirtual Machine also saves machine time and minimizes the risk of damage due to incorrect operation or programming errors.
Re-designed Operating Concept with its New Machine Control Panel
The re-designed SINUMERIK 828D MCP operating concept is being introduced to match the new generation of panel processing units. This enables more intuitive machine operation using the SINUMERIK 828D, which offers machine tool users greater user-friendliness, efficiency, and flexibility in an advanced CNC.
The re-designed SINUMERIK 828D MCP includes significantly larger and innovatively designed control panels with 12.1-inch and 15.6-inch screens as well as mechanical keys. Create MyHMI/3GL can also be used to further customize the user interface for specific areas of machine application.
Enhanced Connectivity, More Transparent Energy Efficiency and Improved Security
The new PPUs have an X120 interface, which enables connection to external devices like SINUMERIK HT (Handheld Terminal) 10 or Edge devices. This extends the range of machining applications and increases overall productivity. The Ctrl-E key combination also provides the machine user with a comprehensive analysis function that makes energy consumption transparent. In the area of cybersecurity, the new PPUs offer security functions like security archive, user management and certificate storage, which offers protection from manipulation and product piracy.
With the new hardware and the associated new software for the SINUMERIK 828D, Siemens is again paving the way for digital twins to acquire greater flexibility, productivity and sustainability. At the same time, the range of applications for the control of milling, turning and grinding technology is expanding to the areas of power and energy, electronics and 5G, automotive and more.
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