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2023-05-25 Intelligent encoders at automatica 2023 are setting new standards in robotics

Intelligent encoders at automatica 2023 are setting new standards in robotics
Robotics and other applications with compact motors stand to benefit from the KCI 1300 (singleturn) and KBI 1300 (multiturn) rotary encoders from HEIDENHAIN. Flat, lightweight and immune to both contamination and magnetic fields, these encoders feature a 25 mm hollow shaft and employ a scanning unit combined with either a screw-fastened circular scale or a press-fit disk/hub assembly. Go to press info

2023-05-15 New horizons for advanced robotics at automatica 2023: The HEIDENHAIN KCI 120 Dplus inductive dual e

New horizons for advanced robotics at automatica 2023: The HEIDENHAIN KCI 120 Dplus inductive dual e
Discover a single device that provides position feedback from both the motor shaft and gearbox output shaft of a robot joint: the HEIDENHAIN KCI 120 Dplus dual encoder. Using robust inductive scanning technology, the encoder’s scanning head reads two separate circular scales for dual feedback. By measuring the gearbox output shaft, the KCI 120 Dplus can counteract design-induced inaccuracy on high Go to press info

2022-11-07 HEIDENHAIN at SPS 2022: Intelligent encoders setting new standards in drive system technology

HEIDENHAIN at SPS 2022: Intelligent encoders setting new standards in drive system technology
At its booth at SPS in Nuremberg and afterwards at its digital event for automation, HEIDENHAIN will be showcasing powerful solutions that set new standards in automation drive systems, including products from its brands AMO, ETEL, NUMERIK JENA, RENCO and RSF. Visitors will discover new inductive rotary encoder variants for robotics applications along with the next generation of inductive scanning Go to press info

2022-10-04 The TNC7 from HEIDENHAIN: New functions and improved features for shop-floor oriented production

The TNC7 from HEIDENHAIN: New functions and improved features for shop-floor oriented production
HEIDENHAIN is presenting the next stage in development of the TNC7 at AMB 2022 in Stuttgart. Software version 17 of the next level in CNC control offers even more features that make working on the shop floor faster, easier and more reliable. Go to press info

2022-09-30 Increase process reliability while reducing your costs and CO2 footprint

Increase process reliability while reducing your costs and CO2 footprint
Sustainability and system costs, also referred to as Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), are trending topics for machinists and machine manufacturers in the machining world. At AMB, HEIDENHAIN is showing actual solutions to make machine tools more cost efficient through better utilization of resources. Go to press info

2022-09-27 The Digital Shop Floor from HEIDENHAIN: Software, advising and services

The Digital Shop Floor from HEIDENHAIN: Software, advising and services
The Digital Shop Floor from HEIDENHAIN delivers practical solutions and competent services for complete digitalization, providing 360° of insight into manufacturing environments. Go to press info

2022-08-25 HEIDENHAIN at AMB: more manufacturing reliability, productivity and resource efficiency

HEIDENHAIN at AMB: more manufacturing reliability, productivity and resource efficiency
Performance, CO2 footprint and digitalization are trending topics for users and machine manufacturers in the machining world. At AMB, HEIDENHAIN will be presenting real-world solutions for the closely interrelated and often abstract requirements behind these terms. Go to press info

2022-05-03 The virtual trade show for metrology and quality assurance from HEIDENHAIN

The virtual trade show for metrology and quality assurance from HEIDENHAIN
In May, HEIDENHAIN and its brands AMO, ETEL, NUMERIK JENA, and RSF will be hosting their virtual trade show for metrology and quality assurance. Go to press info

2022-01-11 encoders for every motion system at the HEIDENHAIN virtual trade show for automation

encoders for every motion system at the HEIDENHAIN virtual trade show for automation
A virtual trade show for automation will exhibit new solutions for robotics, medical technology, elevators, and more from HEIDENHAIN and its brands AMO, ETEL, NUMERIK JENA, RENCO, and RSF. Discover ultra-compact encoders and encoders with added functionality, offering numerous benefits especially in low-space applications. Go to press info

2020-11-19 The new TS 750 touch probe and new grinding functions for the TNC 640

The new TS 750 touch probe and new grinding functions for the TNC 640
Grinding provides a path to perfect finishes. But this requires secure mastery of grinding processes and in-process monitoring of machining progress. This year, HEIDENHAIN will be a first-time exhibitor at GrindTec, presenting high-accuracy, robust solutions for machine manufacturers and operator-friendly grinding functions for the user on the TNC 640 control. Go to press info

2020-11-11 HEIDENHAIN at interlift 2019: encoders for elevators of the future

HEIDENHAIN at interlift 2019: encoders for elevators of the future
In the near future, cable-based elevator technology will no longer need microswitches for brake release monitoring. That’s because the new HEIDENHAIN KCI 419 Dplus rotary encoder for elevators provides not only position feedback for elevator motor control but also additional data for brake monitoring. Go to press info

2017-08-29 HEIDENHAIN at the EMO

HEIDENHAIN at the EMO
“Connecting systems for intelligent production” is the official motto of the EMO 2017, and there are numerous ideas on the subject. HEIDENHAIN’s approach is to make the machine shop – and the machine control expertise available there... Go to press info

2017-05-16 HEIDENHAIN at the Moulding Expo

HEIDENHAIN at the Moulding Expo
At the Moulding Expo 2017, HEIDENHAIN demonstrates how TNC control can simplify the use of existing data in networked production and how a new, intuitive operational design can make the user’s work easier... Go to press info

2017-04-12 HEIDENHAIN at the Control 2017: Product Innovations with Added Value for Your Production

HEIDENHAIN at the Control 2017: Product Innovations with Added Value for Your Production
At the Control 2017 in Stuttgart, we will show you new product developments that will ensure higher accuracy and greater efficiency in your production. Visit us from May 9 to 12 at Booth 4307 in Hall 4 and inform yourself on topics including... Go to press info

2017-01-27 ECA 4000 – Absolute Modular Angle Encoder for Safety-Related Applications

ECA 4000 – Absolute Modular Angle Encoder for Safety-Related Applications
With the absolute angle encoder of the ECA 4410 series, HEIDENHAIN offers an ideal solution for position acquisition for rotational axes in safety-related applications... Go to press info

2017-01-03 Inductive rotary encoders in plastics processing

Inductive rotary encoders in plastics processing
Machine designs for the injection molding of plastics increasingly depend on hybrid or even all-electric drive technology. High-efficiency electric drives close the mold, dose, inject and dispense as well as actuate the frequently coupled extraction robot... Go to press info

2016-10-12 Accurate filter positioning via HEIDENHAIN linear encoders

Accurate filter positioning via HEIDENHAIN linear encoders
Observation of the Sun with hitherto unattainable accuracy. Already today solar researchers can see that there is activity on the solar surface. But current instrumentation does not enable them to see the causes... Go to press info

2016-05-24 TS 642 – The universal replacement unit for all TS 6xx

TS 642 – The universal replacement unit for all TS 6xx
With the TS 642 touch probe, you can replace many other touch probes from HEIDENHAIN already in the field, such as the TS 640, TS 641, TS 649 and TS 632. The TS 642 touch probe shares the essential electrical and mechanical properties of the TS 640... Go to press info

2016-04-22 Exposed linear encoders from HEIDENHAIN with new signal processing ASIC

Exposed linear encoders from HEIDENHAIN with new signal processing ASIC
Exposed linear encoders from HEIDENHAIN are used wherever there is a need for positioning of extremely high accuracy or for a precisely defined motion, for which they always provide very stable scanning signals. However, contamination on the measuring standard or on the scanning reticle can impair these scanning signals... Go to press info

2016-02-01 The TNC 640 in Your Process Chain—Digital Order Handling Enters the Machine Shop

The TNC 640 in Your Process Chain—Digital Order Handling Enters the Machine Shop
Every company is different, of course, and has its own philosophy of organizing workflows. The basic links and steps of a process chain, however, can be compared. The design, programming, simulation, production planning and production stages must be seamlessly connected, and communication and data transfer have to be possible in all directions for digital order handling. Go to press info

2016-01-26 Angle encoder modules with integrated drive motor from HEIDENHAIN

Angle encoder modules with integrated drive motor from HEIDENHAIN
Smooth and high-precision motion control in one compact system HEIDENHAIN has developed angle encoder modules for very high measuring accuracy. They combine highly accurate angle encoders and high-precision bearings, and they are a true alternative to air-bearing axes regarding reproducible guideway accuracy. Go to press info

2015-11-16 HEIDENHAIN Service: long-term availability of parts, fast delivery and customer-friendly consulting

HEIDENHAIN Service: long-term availability of parts, fast delivery and customer-friendly consulting
Customer satisfaction has top priority at HEIDENHAIN. HEIDENHAIN Service ensures long-term parts availability over 20 years and provides fast delivery of replacement devices and spare parts as required. Go to press info

2015-10-07 HEIDENHAIN at the EMO 2015: Greater Efficiency through Accuracy

HEIDENHAIN at the EMO 2015: Greater Efficiency through Accuracy
Accuracy in production means greater machining efficiency with enhanced process safety. HEIDENHAIN underscores this statement in many ways at this year's EMO in Milan: with live presentations of the latest TNC 640 control and inspired demonstrations of high-precision position measuring with linear and angle encoders in closed-loop control systems. Go to press info

2014-11-25 New HEIDENHAIN Controls Replace the TNC 150, TNC 151 and TNC 155

New HEIDENHAIN Controls Replace the TNC 150, TNC 151 and TNC 155
They're genuine classics among numeric contouring controls: HEIDENHAIN controls of the TNC 150 series consisting of the TNC 150, TNC 151 and TNC 155 controls have been reliably providing their services on milling machines across the world for more than 30 years. HEIDENHAIN has ensured the complete supply of spare parts and replacement devices throughout this period, but technical progress ... Go to press info

2014-11-12 HEIDENHAIN Touch Probes: Practical Measurement of Workpieces and Tools

HEIDENHAIN Touch Probes: Practical Measurement of Workpieces and Tools
Together with the control, workpiece touch probes from HEIDENHAIN precisely capture the position and orientation of workpieces. This information makes it easy to align the workpiece to be machined, and to set datums on it. Tool touch probes from HEIDENHAIN help to identify wear or tool edge breakage in good time via the precise measurement of tool dimensions and with cyclic wear control. Go to press info

2014-11-11 HEIDENHAIN at SPS IPC Drives 2014

HEIDENHAIN at SPS IPC Drives 2014
Wherever and whenever rotary encoders, angle encoders, or linear encoders are needed for exact, reliable, and safe determination of the position and orientation, HEIDENHAIN is the first choice. Numerous new encoders for use in electronic automation technology confirm this at the SPS IPC Drives trade show in Nuremberg... Go to press info

2014-11-06 Absolute Rotary Encoders from HEIDENHAIN

Absolute Rotary Encoders from HEIDENHAIN
Absolute rotary encoders from HEIDENHAIN for machine tools are high-precision measured value recording devices for rotary motion. They detect position modifications at high resolution and send corresponding signals in high quality to the control immediately following encoder switch-on. Their classic field of application includes infeed torque motors and rotary axes in automation processes, ... Go to press info

2014-09-23 HEIDENHAIN Repairs to Meet Customer’s Wishes

HEIDENHAIN Repairs to Meet Customer’s Wishes
Technically leading products, durability, customer focus, orientation to practice—these are the values that HEIDENHAIN represents. This applies in particular in the event that repairs become necessary. Then HEIDENHAIN is at your side, as a competent and reliable partner who can help quickly and without red tape. For example, it offers a selection between a functional repair and premium repair. Go to press info

2014-02-04 New Rotary Encoders Series for Use with High Bearing Loads

New Rotary Encoders Series for Use with High Bearing Loads
With its RIQ 425 and IQN 425, HEIDENHAIN is expanding its range of absolute rotary encoders with contamination-resistant inductive scanning and 58 mm housing diameter. The new rotary encoders with integral bearing are characterized by their high permissible bearing loading and are conceived for applications in which the encoder is driven by belts or a gear on the encoder shaft. Go to press info

2013-12-09 Absolute Sealed Linear Encoder for Measuring Lengths up to 28 Meters

Absolute Sealed Linear Encoder for Measuring Lengths up to 28 Meters
The LC 200 absolute sealed linear encoder is setting new standards for applications on machine tools with especially long axes. Now, just after its introduction, further important interface variants have been added. In addition to the EnDat 2.2 interface, starting immediately, the Fanuc alpha i and Mitsubishi 03-04 interfaces are also available. Go to press info

2013-11-06 HEIDENHAIN at the SPS/IPC/DRIVES

HEIDENHAIN at the SPS/IPC/DRIVES
At this year’s SPS/IPC/DRIVES, HEIDENHAIN is presenting innovative position encoders for drives and automation. Thanks to their optical, robust inductive scanning, they provide precise position and speed control in demanding applications... Go to press info

2013-09-09 HEIDENHAIN at the EMO —“Dynamic Efficiency”

HEIDENHAIN at the EMO —“Dynamic Efficiency”
With “Dynamic Efficiency,” HEIDENHAIN combines important functions of TNC controls for heavy machining. They make the machine operator’s work easier, but also make the manufacturing process itself faster, more stable and more predictable... Go to press info

2013-07-05 MSE 1000 – Modular Electronics

MSE 1000 – Modular Electronics
With its new modular electronics for multipoint inspection apparatuses, HEIDENHAIN is offering a reliable and powerful product that completely covers the stringent requirements of production-integrated metrology... Go to press info

2013-05-27 ACANTO Absolute Length Gauge

ACANTO Absolute Length Gauge
At this year’s Control trade show, HEIDENHAIN will be presenting a length gauge of the ACANTO series with a measuring length of 30 mm. These length gauges are characterized by their absolute... Go to press info

2013-05-23 New Rotary Encoder Variants for Automation Technology

New Rotary Encoder Variants for Automation Technology
HEIDENHAIN is expanding its product range of absolute rotary encoders in the ECN/EQN 400 series with PROFIBUS and PROFINET interfaces in the design with 58 mm housing diameter... Go to press info

2012-11-15 New sealed linear encoders with steel measuring standard

New sealed linear encoders with steel measuring standard
HEIDENHAIN has revised its product range of high-accuracy sealed linear encoders of the LF series in slim-line and full-size versions with significant improvements with regard to accuracy and reliability... Go to press info

2012-11-06 A New Generation of HEIDENHAIN Touch Probes

A New Generation of HEIDENHAIN Touch Probes
The new touch probes TS 460 and TT 460 feature two transmission methods: infrared and radio. Combining the advantages of infrared with those of radio... Go to press info

2012-07-17 Interactive Learning Solution from HEIDENHAIN

Interactive Learning Solution from HEIDENHAIN
HIT—the new CNC learning solution from HEIDENHAIN. HIT stands for HEIDENHAIN Interactive Training. This didactically designed learning solution teaches the most important elements of a CNC machine and imparts fundamental knowledge about CNC programming... Go to press info