If you are looking for a way to improve your shop floor efficiency and eliminate outdated technology on your CNC machines, USB Connect is a great tool. By adding USB to your CNC machine, you can increase program storage and breathe new life into legacy equipment. The great news about USB Connect is that there are several models available, including USB Connect Portable.

What is the USB Connect Portable?

USB Connect Portable is as the name suggests, an easy-to-use, portable version of USB Connect. This communication device comes with DNC firmware and can increase your CNC memory, allowing you to drip feed to almost any CNC Machine. In addition, USB Connect Portable offers the following features:

• Rugged aluminum enclosure with 4 line LCD display
• Portable DNC box with USB directory listing drip-feed operation
• Mid-tape start with search function
• Software, Hardware & Xmodem flow control
• End of block character control & optional delay
• Start/End of transmission character
• Comes complete with cable, USB stick and power supply

What are the technical specs of the Portable USB Connect

For those wondering what the technical specs of Portable USB Connect are, you will not be disappointed. From high Baud Rates and a 4 Line Display, USB Connect Portable has what you need, including:

• Protocols Supported: Xon/Xoff, software handshaking, RTS/CTS hardware handshaking & X-modem
• Supports drip-feed for the above Protocols (if CNC has function active)
• Baud Rates: 1200 – 115,200 supported
• Configurable Data/Parity/Stop Bits
• Includes 4 Line Display & AC Power Supply
• Optional FANUC Power cable can be used for FANUC controls
• Also supports Fadal X-modem/Fadal file transfers and Haas X-modem
• Includes Thumb Drive (can use any brand/size)
• Mid-tape restart
• Connects to RS232 serial port on CNC & no special software required
• Configurable Line Delay & EOB CR/LF
• 1 Year Warranty with free phone Support for device
• Quick Setup Guide & Complete Operation Manual
• Compared to the USB Connect Pendant, it saves four hours not needed for installation & does not need to be dedicated to one machine

Contact Shop Floor Automations for help implementing USB Connect Portable today!

With over years of experience, you can trust the skilled team at Shop Floor Automations to help you implement USB Connect Portable. This communication device is great for loading and saving programs from your CNC memory and can be used to drip-feed to almost any CNC machine. With USB Connect Portable, you can improve your shop floor efficiency and your bottom line. Give us a call today at (619) 461-4000 to discuss the process and cost to implement USB Connect Portable in your facility.

To learn more about the software and hardware solutions we offer to improve your shop floor efficiency, visit us on the web at Shop Floor Automations.

If you want to take your shop floor efficiency to the next level, manufacturing software is what you need to do it. With manufacturing software in San Diego CA, you can automate your shop floor, reduce downtime, and improve overall productivity and efficiency. Thankfully, Shop Floor Automations is here to be your partner in manufacturing software. We have been installing manufacturing software in San Diego CA for years and would be happy to help you out. If you aren’t sure what type of manufacturing software in San Diego CA is right for your facility, keep reading to learn more!

Shop Floor Automations Offers a Full Suite of Manufacturing Software in San Diego CA

There are many different types of manufacturing software and the best type for your facility will vary based on many factors. If you are interested in manufacturing software in San Diego CA, Shop Floor Automations has you covered. Our highly-touted manufacturing software solutions include:

• Machine Monitoring: Scytec DataXchange & Predator MDC (Machine Data Collection)
• DNC Software: Predator DNC Software & Ascendant eXtremeDNC Software
• CNC Editor: Predator CNC Editor Software, Predator CNC Editor Express Software, Ascendant XYZPRO32 EditPlus & Predator CNC Editor Light Software
• Document Control: Predator PDM Software
• Tool Management: Predator Tracker Software
• MTConnect

If you aren’t sure which manufacturing software is right for you, we can help you decide! For assistance choosing the right manufacturing software in San Diego, contact Shop Floor Automations.

Which Manufacturing Software is Right for You?

When it comes to manufacturing software in San Diego CA, Shop Floor Automations has what you need. There are many options when it comes to turnkey machine automation software, but Predator, Scytec, and MTConnect are some of the best in the game. Keep reading to learn what these software solutions have to offer:

Predator Software

• CNC Editor: NC file editing, backplotting & file compare. Basic RS232 CNC communication. For your G-code editing needs.
• DNC: Shop floor connectivity. Security, management, & reliability for any CNC make/model. Drip-feeding of large programs. The ultimate manufacturing automation software.
• MDC: Data collection of shop floor productivity metrics. Improve operations & decisions. Increase OEE & track machine trends.
• PDM: Manufacturing documentation management. Sign-offs, instructions, requirements, & processes are in a secured vault with revision control. Go paperless and obtain shop floor management through PDM!
• Tracker: Keep track of tooling, gauges, & other valuable tools on the shop floor.

Scytec DataXchange

• Cloud or on-premise. Real-time machine monitoring for improved OEE
• Real-time data from any CNC control/equipment, regardless of machine age
• Unlimited number of reporting and charting licenses
• View & report on your data results from anywhere
• Track multiple types of cycle time

MTConnect

• A universal factory floor communication standard
• Enables the efficient transfer of data between devices & manufacturing shop floor software applications.
• We provide MTConnect Adapters for a variety of machines, plus implementation services.

We Offer Reliable Manufacturing Software San Diego CA

When it comes to manufacturing software in San Diego CA, we have what you need! With over years of experience, you can trust the experts at Shop Floor Automations to help improve your shop floor efficiency with manufacturing software in San Diego CA. Give us a call today at (619) 461-4000 to speak with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

To learn more about the machine manufacturing software and machine automation services that we offer, visit us on the web at Shop Floor Automations.

When you need to load and save programs from your CNC and drip-feed to CNC machines, you need USB Connect Pendant. At Shop Floor Automations, we are proud to offer USB to CNC in Dallas TX. Whether you are simply looking to boost overall shop efficiency or have specific drip-feed needs, USB to CNC in Dallas TX can help.

With USB to CNC in Dallas TX, you can load and save programs from your CNC memory and drip-feed to almost any CNC machine. It eliminates the need for outdated floppy disk drives and comes with flexible DNC firmware built right in.

Specs for USB to CNC in Dallas TX

Wondering what the options are for USB to CNC in Dallas TX? Well, there are many USB Connect options, but the USB Connect Pendant Model is the best version available today. It is very easy to install and comes with everything you need to get it set up and running. The USB Connect Pendant Model features the following specs:

• Protocols: Xon/Xoff, software handshaking, RTS/CTS hardware handshaking & X-modem
• Supports drip-feed for the above Protocols (if the CNC has that function active)
• Baud Rates: 1200 – 115,200 supported
• Configurable Data/Parity/Stop Bits
• Includes 4 Line Display.
• Includes Thumb Drive (can use any brand/size)
• No special software required
• Connects to the RS232 serial port on your CNC machine
• Configurable Line Delay & EOB CR/LF
• Mid-tape restart
• DNC transfer box standalone solution
• 1 Year Warranty with free phone Support for device
• Quick Setup Guide & Complete Operation Manual
• Optional FANUC Power cable can be used for FANUC controls and AC Power Supply can be purchased for the unit.
• Also supports Fadal X-modem/Fadal file transfers and Haas X-modem

If you are struggling to install USB Connect Pendant or want to learn more about USB to CNC in Dallas TX, contact Shop Floor Automations today.

Shop Floor Automations Can Help With USB to CNC in Dallas TX

If you are looking to add USB to your CNC to improve shop floor efficiency, Shop Floor Automations is the company to call. We have over years of experience when it comes to machine automation software and we can help you eliminate outdated floppy disk drives on your legacy machines. With USB Connect, you can connect almost any machine tool CNC control with a USB. If you’re interested in obtaining a quote, contact Shop Floor Automations today at (619) 461-4000.

To learn more about the machine manufacturing software and machine automation services that we offer, visit us on the web at Shop Floor Automations.

Are you trying to figure out how to transfer programs to your Haas CNCs? Many clients have experienced problems loading and saving programs to the CNCs with Windows 10 and don’t know where to get help. Shop Floor Automations is your resource to connect any version of the Haas CNC controller.

Why should I use Predator DNC Software with my Haas CNC?

The biggest benefit of using Predator DNC is that it provides a complete CNC network solution, RS232 transfer, drip-feeding, wireless, and Ethernet communication for all Haas CNC controller models. Predator DNC Software includes protocols to send at maximum baud rates that support up to 115,000 baud while leveraging RS232 serial communications in combination with our Grizzly RS232 industrial cabling solution. The software can be used to communicate to one or multiple Haas CNCs from a computer running Windows 10 or Windows 2016/19 Server operating systems.

When running a newer Haas Next Generation controller, many clients have experienced problems linking their controller over ethernet. With Predator Software, you can connect wirelessly using our Wireless Connect device by attaching it to the RJ45 port. This allows you to transfer programs bi-directionally with ease. Optionally, you can connect an Ethernet cable to your network switch/hub and use the software while leveraging user and password security.

Can I use my Haas CNC controller to remotely call part programs from the DNC Software?

The great thing about Predator DNC Software is that the application can save you time and money with the remote request feature in the application. Eliminating the need to walk back and forth between your CNC and PC allows the operator to call for the desired part program by sending a short message with the part program name. The PC receives the message from the specific CNC and returns the desired part program in seconds to the control. This can be done with any version of the Haas CNC controller using RS232 or Ethernet using wired or wireless connection.

Can Predator DNC drip feed my Haas CNC?

Predator DNC Software includes the ability to drip-feed part programs that are larger than the CNC controller memory via RS232 serial. Instead of breaking up the program into several files, the Haas CNC control allows the program to run in real-time like streaming music versus downloading the song to your device. Predator can also use protocols such as X-Modem to maximize performance and reliability when transferring part programs. Baud rates are supported up to 115K as well to reduce the time to run the program.

Shop Floor Automations can help you implement Predator DNC Software!

At Shop Floor Automations, we can help you implement Predator DNC Software in your shop. With Predator DNC Software with your Haas CNC control, you gain access to a more user-friendly interface that allows you to operate the program without leaving the CNC controller as well as high-speed transfer over RS232 and Ethernet. If you are interested in learning more about Predator DNC Software and how it might be able to help improve your shop floor efficiency, contact Shop Floor Automations today at (619) 461-4000!

If you are looking to improve the efficiency of your shop floor there are many ways to do so. One of these ways is looking at your NC program downloads and seeing if there is room for improvement.

What are the typical transfer speeds?

There are different transfer speeds depending on the setup that you have. Typical transfer speeds are:

• RS232 Performance: Predator DNC RS232 performance depends on both your file size and baud rates. The higher your baud rates, the quicker your NC program will download. For files that are 50,000 bytes, it can take between 3 minutes and 50 seconds to 29 seconds depending on your baud rates. Going up to 200,000 bytes, it can take anywhere from15 minutes and 40 seconds to 1 minute and 55 seconds.

• Ethernet FTP Performance: Predator DNC Ethernet FTP performance depends on file size when the files are extremely large. Files between 50,000 and 200,000 bytes typically download in less than 1 second. Even a 2,000,000 byte file took less than 1 second to download.

• Ethernet Fanuc Focas Performance: Predator DNC Fanuc Focas is also dependent on only file size. For a 50,000 byte file, it takes approximately 7 seconds to download. A 100,000 byte file takes 13 seconds to download, and a 200,000 byte file takes approximately 25 seconds to download.

• Ethernet Predator Secure DNC Performance: Predator Secure DNC performance is also dependent on file size only. Files from 50,000 bytes to 200,000 bytes typically take 2 seconds to download.

How can I improve the speed of my NC program downloads?

Glancing at the transfer speeds above makes it clear that Ethernet performance is significantly better than the RS232 file transfer. By switching to Ethernet, you can greatly improve your transfer speeds, which frees up your time to do other things. Instead of waiting upwards of 10 minutes, with Ethernet, you can transfer files in seconds, making you more productive and your shop floor more efficient

Contact Shop Floor Automations for help improving the speed of your NC program downloads!

At Shop Floor Automations, we have decades of experience implementing Predator Secure DNC applications. By utilizing our expertise, wireless connect, and ethernet hardware, you can vastly improve download speeds and improve the speed to the CNC. If you’re interested in our Windows 10 support and improving your shop floor efficiency with Ethernet for Predator Secure, contact us today at (619) 461-4000.

To learn more about the machine automation, hardware, and software services that we offer, visit us on the web at Shop Floor Automations.