DNC Network Setups

[Scrump]

I'd like to know what kind of setups some of you guys are using in your shop and if you would recommend anything for my configuration. I started working here a few years ago and I think we're in desperate need for a change.

 

We're running MULTI DNC with one Box connected to 6 vmcs and networked to the company nas where it feeds the code from. As of now, our operators receive individual programs via yelling across the shop for someone to send it. This seems really inefficient and wanted to know how I can set up something where it doesn't require two people working together and one guy running back and forth from the machine to the server.

 

Also, when streaming nc code from the server, the connection drops out whenever our welder is working. Could this be something with the ground?

 

During this streaming nc code, when we run the machines at high feeds, the code gets bogged and the machine starts to shudder and slow down.

 

Any replies are greatly appreciated. THanks!

[YoDoug®]

We run multi-dnc with a hub to 14 machines. Multi-dnc can be set up in remote mode so the operator can call up programs from the cnc control. You can even call up drip feed starting from a certain N block if you want.

[chris m]

We run DNCMax5 to [32] machines; half are wireless now (with one access point that is connected to our shop-floor network hub) and half are still on the wire. All of our programs are on one of the network servers, and we have several thousand programs. We use remote request on all machines except an ancient Yasnac 2000G2, which will only hold [1] program. DNCMax ROCKS

[Scott B]

Chris 1+++ with the DNC max we also use it and have the full editor with the G Code verify. Save my butt a few times.

[CNCGUY]

We run Multi-DNC here as well to 26 machines. All are wired. The request is made at the machine by scanning barcode that is supplied on the setup sheet. We chose this method due to program name length and no fat finger foul ups.

[chris m]

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The request is made at the machine by scanning barcode that is supplied on the setup sheet

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NICE

[Mick]

We use the same barcode system, in conjuction with Cimco DNC Max. DNC Max works really well. We have approximately 24 CNC machines hooked up to the nextwork. S4A (Services For Automation) supplied it, and set it up.

 

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

[Scrump]

Thanks for your guys' input! I'm currently tinkering with some of the settings to get the remote send setup. I noticed our baud rate was set at 9600. Our machines can handle up to 115200baud while my rocket port card supports well beyond that. I set it to 115200 and it's transferring files 4 times as fast. Are there any risks associated with changing this setting?

[MotorCityMinion]

Less time for coffee.