COSCOM

Developing the perfect production systematically - We support machining companies through our process consulting TPM- and LEAN-production approaches, production metrics (e.g. OEE), as well as modern manufacturing IT solutions.

The goal is perfect manufacturing with more transparent, responsive and economical processes as well as workflows. Process consulting from COSCOM makes this possible, in line with the motto "consulting services with implementation expertise", in 3 stages:

1. Individual product-neutral process consulting with manufacturing analysis.
Would you like to take a real close look at your manufacturing? Then COSCOM is the right partner for you! The individual and above all product-neutral COSCOM analysis is specially designed for mechanical engineering companies and companies in the machining industry. According to the premise of dialogue instead of monologue, your company-internal employees and COSCOM process consultants with many years of experience in the industry work together in the COSCOM workshop to develop an individual questionnaire within the scope of the analysis. No prefabricated standard questionnaires, but the self-developing workshop is the focus of the discussion. Our trained process consultants have many years of industry experience and communication skills. By asking precisely tailored questions about the individual production process, we are able to identify significant as well as smaller optimization potentials.

2. Demand-oriented evaluation - implementation competence included.
Goals of any production are: faster set-up - deliver improved quality - more efficient use of resources - higher machine uptime. Process consulting by COSCOM makes this possible, according to the motto "consulting service with implementation competence". Based on the results of the analysis, our manufacturing specialists develop a needs-based evaluation of the analysis discussions. The COSCOM product competence as well as the project experience in the implementation of homogeneous IT infrastructures allow for holistic optimization scenarios. Together with you, we develop the optimal software application around the CNC machine - for more profit before the chip! In addition, an individual profitability analysis (ROI) is worked out. The presentation can be done step by step - from convincing the decision makers to motivating the employees.

3. Management Summaray - Your "Roadmap" for Implementation.
As a result of the process consulting, the company is provided with a detailed summary based on the proven COSCOM OEE method with an individual analysis, target setting and action plan. "The person responsible for production takes home a detailed "master plan" for implementation. We will then be happy to accompany you in the subsequent implementation of the topics as a coach with our software products or our process solutions, so that you can safely achieve your goals!

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-Certified and standardized control of Paternoster -, shuttle and lift systems
-Top-flop lists for optimal inventory regulations
-Integrated control of circulation of all existing tools and resources
Tool monitoring for quality control and wear analysis
-Quick overview of storage and saves time by eliminating the manual search and shorter distances
-Graphical storage location search for optimum tool availability
-Configurable warehouse location structure
-Easy camp bookings with easyCOLLECT, E.g. via bar code scanner
-Tool difference lists to the establishment and teardown at the CNC machine
-Requisitions by underfunding or on demand
-Optimisation of processes in the deployment of the tool - "Upgrading vehicle logistics"
-Significant reduction of set-up time by the warehouse management
Key figures reports E.g. circulation control and storage transparency

ProfiCAM VM - NC programming for turning and milling machines as well as mill (Millturn) - machinery creates consistent processes, minimize lead times and increases the reliability - for maximum quality, reliability and cost efficiency. ProfiCAM VM includes leading CAM technologies for the calculation of highly efficient toolpaths. NC-Joker's unique post processor concept allows for the maintenance and further development of the NC set output over the entire life cycle of a CNC machine. This means: existing customizations of NC set outputs can be extended at any time new processing strategies (cycles), additional machine axes as well as CNC-control updates.

Prevent machine crashes and collisions, reduce set-up times, running-in time reduce, increase productive machine time and reduce downtimes - for these global benefits in the production is CNC the COSCOM machine simulation ProfiKINEMATIK VM. In symbiosis with the CAM-system ProfiCAM VM is created as an interface-free system for more productivity from the CAD model to the finished component. ProfiKINEMATIK VM machine concepts and kinematics of leading manufacturer supports (such as Hermle, DMG, Heller, index, Mazak, etc.).

More than just tool management - tool management as a whole

The COSCOM tool management process solution ensures the combination of tool management, warehouse management and CAM data management/cockpit production for greater efficiency in the tool management, warehouse and logistics process. Highlights & benefits:

-Common, central data base prevents duplicate data storage and saves time
-Efficient management, storage and use of tools and resources.
-Stock and ordering functions, tool Cabinet connections, tool cycle

-Integral part of tool management system ToolDIRECTOR VM
-Adjusting order incorrect part analysis in the tool Assembly for an assured availability
-Communication with the COSCOM warehouse order module for an effective supply
-Residual stand time management for the provision of "Sister tools"
-Tool difference lists, generated from scheduled deployment jobs
-Information about tool status and tool condition

In focus: the efficient CAD/CAM-workflow

The COSCOM CAD/CAM process solution links the modules of CAD/CAM software, machine simulation, tool management and cockpit for the production with a focus on the best simulation in advance of cutting. Highlights & benefits:

-Universal concept of simulation with real data of the NC machine for meaningful simulation
-Central database for maximum data security and documentation to the simulation
-Simulation-enabled tool data, upgrade plans, clamping sketches and one Setup sheets

CAD/CAM virtual machining
A valuable simulation approach is characterized by a seamless integration of information. The simulation scenario must match the reality on the CNC machine (machine room, tension and tools).

The central database (cockpit for the production) is the information platform for real engine room simulations. The central database is automated via the CAD/CAM system with simulation information supplied. In a text-oriented machine programming (Doo-Wop) process work-arounds lead to simulation data based, without neglecting the documentation.

Simulation data for real Machinenraumsimulationen

NC program or tool paths
Tool list associated with tool graphics
Work piece zero point list
Raw and finished parts
Mounting situation
Machine model

The simulation results to the machine
The flow of information in the tool presetting (Assembly instructions), as well as to upgrade staff on the CNC machine (upgrade plan) is ensured by the central database (cockpit for the production).

CAM data management and DNC for seamless networking of production level

The cockpit for the production connects the machine level in manufacturing with DNC software, CAM data management and information points. Servers have a current and best view of all relevant production data.

Highlights & benefits:
-Amendment service to the CNC machines for highest product quality
-Central data base and secure transmission of all production data via LAN/WLAN to SMED info-terminals
-Individual industrial hardware concepts for maximum system stability

Software-networking for more profit before the chip!

COSCOM software products can be networked to demand requirements step by step to innovative process solutions. So powerful process networks which connect the entire production or meaningful units from this will emerge. This interface-free solutions with integration relevant peripherals (E.g. machinery, warehouse, construction, ERP, PLM, among others) help to more homogeneous production organization with maximum productivity using all synergy effects.

COSCOM provides following process solutions for the CNC workflow to optimize your production - for greater efficiency in the cutting:

Virtual machining process solution for maximum networking of your production: COSCOM virtual machining is the complete solution consisting of CAD/CAM software, machine simulation, tool management, DNC - / CAM data management, as well as the cockpit for the production. This ensures a consistent homogeneous process chain with uniform data bank - of the ERP and PLM system, as well as the construction up to the machine - use of all potentials and resources in the production process.

CAD/CAM process solution
Focusing on a universal concept of simulation, the COSCOM CAD/CAM combines process solution the modules of CAD/CAM software, machine simulation and tool management, thereby ensuring simulation tool data. With the involvement of the cockpit for the production as are all relevant data consistent with central data base up to the machine available and the secure production process in advance.

Tool management process solution
Focused on an interface-free tools and data management workflow, the COSCOM tool management process solution networked modules tool management, warehouse management and CAM data management/cockpit for the production. Such a process system for an efficient management, storage and use of tools and resources is created based on a common database.

Cockpit for the production
The COSCOM process solution cockpit for production linked with modules from his DNC software, CAM data management via info-points the machine level in manufacturing. In addition to the optimal, secure transmission of all production data, a security change service is guaranteed through a central data base on the CNC machines, operators also have the best, up-to-date overview of all relevant data and NC programs.

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The COSCOM CAM data management forms a uniform, centralized information platform system FactoryDIRECTOR VM as a "Data hub" in the production. Its components product / article management, NC program management and document management guarantee a continuous, digital transparency of all production data and provide a low-paper manufacturing. Also the FactoryDIRECTOR virtual machine ensures a complete change management and ensures maximum process reliability, product quality and production efficiency.

The complete solution of CAD/CAM, simulation, DNC, as well as data and tool management

COSCOM virtual machining is a smart network of manufacturing process from CAD/CAM software, machine simulation, tool management, DNC - / CAM data management, as well as the cockpit for the production. Highlights & benefits:

-Complete software networking the entire production for maximum synergy and transparency
-Seamless data flow from ERP, PLM and design up to the machine for maximum process reliability
-Uniform database, CAM change service and information visualization for consistent transparency

DNC - reliably transmit production data and save

The COSCOM DNC system is based on the diverse needs of manufacturing companies and can be used in tailored customer solutions such as info-Terminal. The vote of the DNC system is based on the data content and the technical machine networks (LAN / Wi-Fi software).

Industrial-grade, reliable industrial PCs and hardware concepts
-Highest reliability, robust and reliable
-Industry standard, various protection classes up to IP 69 K
-Made in Germany - highest quality

Transfer and visualize - always the right hardware

The modular software concept of the COSCOM DNC solution as well as the COSCOM manufacturing information system includes hardware components that can be used in various combinations. Essentially, the connection of the machine, the task to be and network equipment used is decisive for the choice of the hardware.

The COM server

The COM server handles the connection between the machine control (serial) port and your network (LAN). The COM server can transmit the DNC data of course also wirelessly via W-LAN. This has clear advantages especially in the manufacturing, as are the machines can be networked, without that cable has to be laid. The COM server is positioned directly on the machine or on the control unit. In this way, it is ensured that the serial data cable between the COM server and machine or control can be kept as short as possible. To avoid data loss or performance limitations.

Industrial PC - additional information on the machine

Industrial PCs (IPCs) be used, if you want to visualize information on the machine. The COSCOM manufacturing information system is matched to the input via touch screen ideally, that distinguishes a keyboardless IPC solution. You can equip COSCOM IPCs with up to three serial interfaces. So, it can be connected to a device up to three machines. Also here you should make sure that the IPC is as close as possible positioned on the machine to avoid long lines and thus errors.