Renishaw’s Primo system creates opportunities for customers
Renishaw launched its two new products for machine tool users – the Primo system and GoProbe software at the manufacturing tools conference IMTEX 2015 in Bangalore. The Primo system is the first all-in-one package for part setting and tool setting specifically aimed at machine tool users who are new to probing. It offers a simple path to the many benefits of using probes in machining processes.
The product is easy to install and use, and the new system represents a low initial outlay, yet retains Renishaw’s proven quality.
Primo hardware has been designed and manufactured to the same market-leading standards as all Renishaw products, achieving a repeatability of 1µm 2σ to deliver consistent and accurate performance.
The innovative Primo credit token system offers users the flexibility to ‘pay-as-you-probe’.
Its 6-month renewable tokens allow unlimited use of the Primo Radio Part Setter and the Primo Radio 3D Tool Setter within this period of time.
The credit tokens are also available as an upgrade to enable unrestricted continuous use.
The Primo hardware, which uses radio transmission, is a twin probe system comprising the Primo Radio Part Setter, Primo Radio 3D Tool Setter and Primo Interface.
- The Primo Radio Part Setter accurately locates a workpiece before machining and automatically updates the machine tool’s work co-ordinate system. It eliminates manual setting errors, saves time and reduces scrap caused by alignment errors. It can also be used to measure and verify conformance prior to the removal of parts from a machine.
- The Primo Radio 3D Tool Setter enables on-machine automated tool setting, further eliminating manual setting and input errors. This method is typically up to ten times faster than manual or offline tool setting.
- The Primo Interface enables communication between the system’s probes and the machine’s controller. The radio transmission makes longer communication distances possible, so the Primo system is suitable for most machine sizes. The interface also displays the user’s remaining credit allowance.
The Primo system offers the same part setting and tool setting benefits as other probing systems, but with greatly simplified operation.
Non-productive time, costs and scrap are reduced, whilst productivity and profits are increased.
The system is supplied with GoProbe, an innovative ‘all-in-one’ software package that simplifies part setting, tool setting and calibration.
Supported by a training kit (comprising an e-learning course, a training part and a quick-reference tool) the software requires only single-line commands, which makes each cycle easy to learn and use.
Also included with the Primo system is Primo Premium Support Cover (PSC), an enhanced warranty that protects Primo hardware against accidental damage during use.
Thus, Primo PSC offers peace of mind, enabling users to concentrate on controlling processes, reducing costs and increasing profits.
