Why ST-Machine and STEP-NC?

ST-Machine adds STEP-NC to your existing machine tools and machining pipeline so that you can simplify, shorten, and save with this modern fully-associative language for CNC machining.

STEP-NC draws together rich mathematical descriptions of toolpath curves in space, CAD geometry of the raw and finished part, fixtures and tools, geometric part tolerances, speed, feed, and CAM strategy parameters. With ST-Machine, you can use STEP-NC on your control and achieve the following benefits:

Simplify Your Machining

• Visual Machining and Checking
  Send one integrated description to the shop floor, instead of many disconnected G-codes files, drawings, setup sheets, etc.

• CNC Portability
  Machine independent toolpaths means no more need to track different posted versions of your program. (recent demonstrations)

Shorten Your Jobs

• Feed/Speed and Tool Life Optimization
  Optimizers have access to full geometry, material type, and process, and can adjust for faster cycles or better tool life to match your workload. (recent demonstrations)

• Faster Prove-out
  The rich data in STEP-NC means your operators can check new CNC programs more quickly and safely, with more automated verification. (more)

Save with ST-Machine!

• Tolerance-driven Tool Compensation
  Part tolerances are linked with machining operations so ST-Machine software can trace measured tolerance values back to the tools and operations used to machine them and suggest improved offset values to help your machine run at full accuracy. (recent demonstrations)

• Machining and Measurement
  STEP-NC programs can contain both machining and measurement operations so ST-Machine software can handle on-machine inspection as well as by a separate CMM. (recent demonstrations)

• Traceability
  Other information can be integrated with STEP-NC programs to trace machine state during execution and for manufacturing quality analysis. (recent demonstrations)

These are just some of the productivity improvements possible with improved manufacturing information. Contact us to discuss how you can benefit from ST-Machine today!