AWFS Spotlight

Nested Based CNC Router

MultiCam announced its new, cost-effective 3000 Series nested based CNC router for cabinet making and other woodworking, plastics and non-ferrous metal applications. The machine features an all-steel, heavy plate frame base, 25mm linear bearings and custom engineered steel castings supporting the gantry.

A wide range of table sizes are available and an 11 hp, automatic tool change, 100% duty-cycle spindle is standard along with a 15 spindle, 32mm drill bank and scoring saw. All 3000 series come standard with the MultiCam EZ Control System featuring an incredibly easy-to-use hand-held operator interface and fully are compatible with any of the popular cabinet or other CAD/CAM software packages.

For additional information, contact John Harris, MultiCam LP, 1025 West Royal Lane, DFW Airport, TX 75261, 972-929-4070, Fax: 972-929-4071, E-mail: leads@multicam.com, Web: www.multicam.com.

AWFS� Booth #4419

Finishing Technologies

Stiles Machinery Inc. announced a major finishing program initiative to create a new generation of technology to fit the ever-changing needs of its customers. With a 45-year history of helping manufacturers succeed through improved process technology and maximizing production capacity, Stiles introduces a team approach of finishing solutions partnerships to broaden their overall finish equipment base and offer a complete range of the most advanced finishing technologies. After carefully researching industry trends and solutions to identify resources with technologies and products that best aligned with their customers� needs, Stiles Finishing Technologies is pleased to represent the following manufacturers: B�rkle GmbH, Makor SRL, Venjakob Masch - inenbau GmbH, and Schiele Maschinenbau GmbH. The expanded capabilities of Stiles Finishing Tech - nologies underscores the company�s commitment to providing Total Production Solutions � a single source for a complete line of materials processing equipment for wood, plastics, metals and advanced materials, plus educational training for operators, proprietary software for processing and handling equipment, and the industry�s best service and support.

For additional information, contact Steve Waltman, Stiles Machinery Inc., 3965 44th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512, 616-698-7500, Fax 616-698-7521 E-mail: swaltman@stilesmachinery.com, Web: www.stilesmachinery.com.

AWFS� Booth #8900, 8903

American Ingenuity

ShopBot's professional CNC routers, made in Durham, North Carolina, are helping people make a difference all over the world. In Nairobi, an engineering student is using a ShopBot to make windmills that will deliver electricity to poor countries, efficiently and inexpensively. In Minnesota, an artist and young mother of two is designing and ShopBotting signs for A-list Hollywood productions. In North Carolina, an aerospace manufacturer is putting ShopBot to work, increasing productivity immensely. In a high school in Texas, kids are using the latest educational tool - a ShopBot - to master CAD/CAM skills they can use on the job when they graduate.

Across the U.S. and around the globe, ShopBot Tools are integral within FabLabs, whose mission is to give people in less-developed locations the cutting-edge technology tools to �make almost anything� using digital design and fabrication, helping them better themselves and their communities by leap-frogging into 21st century lean manufacturing. ShopBot Tools began in the workshop/barn of Ted Hall more than 15 years ago. Since that time, affordable ShopBots have become one of the largest selling CNC routers. Almost 6,000 are productively working away in small shops and larger production facilities across the United States and around the world. They can cut wood, plastic, metals, styrofoam - just about any material - with power and precision.

Today ShopBot makes a variety of tools with features and at price points that make them suitable for a variety of applications � from signmaking, cabinetmaking and all types of woodworking, to a range of production operations from producing stealth fighters to manufacturing hitech housing.

For additional information, contact ShopBot Tools, Inc., 3333B Industrial Drive, Durham, NC, 27704, 919-680-4800/888-680-4466, Fax: 919-680-4900, E-mail: see their website, Web: www.shopbottools.com.

AWFS� Booth #7909

New Generation Hardware & Software

OSAI USA unveils �OPENcontrol�, a new generation hardware and software platform for automation and motion control products connectable to a single network developed by OSAI and Prima Electronics, hence the name OPENcontrol (Osai Prima Electronics Numerical Control). The product line consists of a full range of solutions address-ing the most diverse application requirements: from OPENBasic, a low priced PLC of compact design, to the highly sophisticated Numerical Control designed to handle complete manufacturing processes. With over 50 years of CNC experience, the OPENcontrol line stands for continuity in innovation. Continuity stems from compatibility with the controls of OSAI�s current 10 series line.

The three software levels are: OPEN10 - General Motion Control with handling capacity of up to 64 interpolated axes and 12 simultaneous axes; OPEN20 - CNC Control that has (ISO programming) language and to interpolate 12 simultaneous axes and over a total of 64 axes that may be configured and used in different processes (groups of interpolated axes), optimized for 2D processes. And OPEN30 -CNC control designed to manage 5 simultaneous axes for use in 3D applications, with automatic compensation of machine kinematics. All the products in the OPENcontrol family are able to use different computation power levels, whether with integrated HMI or with HMI distributed via the TCP/IP over Ethernet protocol in a Windows 7, XPE, XP, Pro, or Vista environment, depending on the application related needs. The characteristics shared by all the components are the operating system: Windows CE, which, while retaining all the characteristics of the Windows operating system, offer the real time performances that are indispensable in the field of industrial automation. Connectivity - the standard TCP/IP over Ethernet protocol serves as the basis for connecting all the products in the family, enabling information to be exchanged between the various nodes. Language - at PLC levels all the products in the OPEN family use one language (conforming to standard IEC 61131). And HMI - at HMI level there is a wide choice of terminals connectable to the Ethernet, from the portable TOP5 pendant to a range of Panel PCs, sized 6� to 19�.

For additional information contact, Ivica Simunic, OSAI USA-PRIMA ELECTRO, 711 East Main Street, Chicopee, MA 01020, 413-592-4805, E-mail: sales@osai-usa.com, Web: www.osai-usa.com, www.primaelectro.com.

AWFS� Booth #9332

Complete Line of Router Tooling for Plastics

Vortex Tool Company, Inc. offers a complete selection of router tooling dedicated to the plastics industry with hundreds of standard tool designs in stock and ready for immediate shipment. All plastics tooling feature polished flutes and come in a wide range of tool geometries for various grades and styles of plastics routing. Vortex continuously tests bits in-house for both customers and plastics manufacturers to ensure its tooling meets the needs of the everchanging marketplace.

Vortex Tool Company, Inc., designs and manufactures a wide variety of standard and custom high-performance router and insert cutting tools for the woodworking and plastics industries, and provides re-tipping and sharpening services.

For additional information, contact Mike Serwa, Vortex Tool Company, 5605 Jelinek Avenue, Schofield, WI 54476, 800-355-7708, Fax: 715-355-7353, E-mail: mikes@ vortextool.com, Web: www.vortextool.com.

AWFS� Booth #8018

Vertical Panel Saws

Introducing the latest addition to Swissmade STRIEBIG saws: the new STRIEBIG Evolution�the ultimate in manual traveling vertical panel saws, and the Control�the top-of-the-line automatic traveling vertical panel saw from Colonial Saw Company. One new feature is the touch screen color display panel from which the operator can pivot, plunge and lock the saw head, engage the optional adjustable split-blade scoring saw, and also set the dimension of the optional EPS.X programmable stop.

Watch these new saws in action www.csaw.com/ STRIEBIG_New_Styled_Control.wmv.

For additional information, contact David Bull, Colonial Saw, Inc., 122 Pembroke Street, P.O. Box A, Kingston, MA 02364, 781-585-4364, Fax: 781-585-9375, E-mail: dbull@csaw.com, Web: www.csaw.com/striebig/striebigindex.html.

AWFS� Booth #8104

Solid Carbide �O� Flutes

Amana Tool, manufacturers of industrial-quality carbidetipped, solid carbide and replacement carbide cutting tools, announced its solid carbide spiral �O� flute router bits with mirror finish for producing clean, smooth cuts in plastic materials. The bits are made according to strict tolerances from an exclusive carbide grade and polished to a mirror finish using Amana�s unique process. The popular line of router bits, designed to eject chips either up or down, is ideal for industrial applications and CNC systems. Amana�s spiral plastic cutting solid carbide O-flute mirror finish router bits are designed for use in acrylic materials such as Plexiglas� and Lucite�, nylon, ABS, PE, acetal, PET, HDPE, UHMW, polycarbonates, polypropylene, wood and solid surface. Available in diameters ranging from 1/8� to 1/4", the bits are designed with either a right-hand Helix (1/4� plastic #51404), which is designed to eject the chips upward, or a left-hand Helix (1/4� plastic #51504) designed to eject the chips downward.

For additional information, contact Michele Spiegel, Amana Tool, 120 Carolyn Blvd., Farmingdale, NY 11735, 800-445-0077, Fax: 631-752-1674, E-mail: sales@amanatool.com, Web: www.amanatool.com.

AWFS� Booth #4410

Optimization & Estimating

Fully integrate material optimization and estimating with your current ERp software by implementing optimization Serveq from Eurosoft, Inc. This innovative software can manage optimization and estimating tasks submitted by any client PC on the same network, allowing your franchlses and secondary manufacturing facilities access to an accurate and real-time material inventory. The optimization engine is driven by the world renowned ARDIS optimization software, which calculates the best possible way to produce individual parts from the materials on inventory.

Results from all users are logged in a clearly defined and centralized table structure on the server, which allows for sophisticated reporting and data analysis. Optimization Server can also be configured to detect and log reusable scrap sizes for use-in future optimization or estimating tasks. By using MS SQL for data storage and Windows Server Technology for networking and permissions, IT administration is kept simple and data is kept secure from unauthorized access.

For additional information, contact David Talbot, Eurosoft, Inc., 1628 Old Apex Road, Cary, NC 27513, 919-468-3003, Fax: 919-468-3003, E-mail: sales@ eurosoftinc.com, Web: www.eurosoftinc.com.

AWFS� Booth #1016

Polymer Building Sheet

King StarBoard� ST is an environmentally friendly, high-density polyethylene sheet that provides a more scratch-resistant surface for many original King StarBoard applications. High scratchresistant makes it an excellent construction material. In addition, its high strength and stiffness makes it desirable for applications where less structural support is available.

The sheet has been a big hit in the casual outdoor furniture industry, outdoor kitchen market and the cabinetry industry. Because it is environmentally stabilized, the material has been developed to withstand the harshest of conditions. It can be used in wet areas that need to be washed often for cleaning or are regularly exposed to moisture. King StarBoard ST along with King MicroShield� makes an outstanding antimicrobial sheet, it is a non-toxic antimicrobial upgrade that makes these products stay cleaner between cleanings and is 99.9% effective inhibiting the growth of product-damaging microorganisms, such as, bacteria, algae and fungi on the sheet. Unlike other antimicrobials, it retains its effectiveness for the lifetime of the sheet without leaching into the environment. The product is EPA registered and listed with the FDA as a modifier to medical devices.

For additional information, contact Lou Stegner, King Plastic Corporation, 1100 N. Toledo Blade Blvd., North Port, Florida 34288, 941-493-5502, Fax: 941-497-3274, E-mail: sales@kingplastic.com, Web: www.kingplastic.com.

AWFS� Booth #1256

Compact CNC Router

At AWFS 2011, CR Onsrud will unveil the all new Mate Series: another �all- Onsrud, no compromises,� attractively priced CNC Router. This model is designed with a smaller table size and a more compact footprint for the company whose budget and/or floor space may be limited, but their production needs and expectations are not.

The Mate Series is American-made - A to Z - right in North Carolina. The router offers impressive performance, 100% steel construction and a long list of standard features and upgrades. Plus, the new router includes as standard, the exact same factory provided onsite machine training, 5-years advanced technical support with online remote diagnostics, five years 24/7 emergency tech support and the same two year warranty package that comes standard on any Onsrud premium machine offering. On this �no compromises� machine, the only thing you�ll find trimmed away� is the price.

For additional information, contact Alyson Onsrud, C.R. Onsrud Inc., P.O. Box 419, Troutman, NC 28166, 800-638-8185/704-528-4528, Fax: 704-528-6170, E-mail: sales@cronsrud.com, Web: www.cronsrud.com.

AWFS� Booth #7704

Routers for Plastic

The Routech Record 110 NT is a compact and flexible CNC machining center designed for heavy-duty applications making it ideal for manufacturing plastics. The machine base and mobile gantry are electrowelded and ribbed steel structures that ensure the rigidity and precision of this CNC Router. It is available in 3-axes or 5-axes with a 12 or 15hp, 24,000rpm electro-spindle. The aluminum vacuum table provides powerful suction to hold small parts and has a multi-purpose surface to fixture various sized components by using vacuum, pneumatics or mechanical devices. These features guarantee high precision and finishing quality for machining all type of plastic materials including acrylic, polycarbonate, PVC, polyethylene, polypropylene, nylon, acetal, ABS and other high performance engineering materials.

The new SCM PRATIX S is a fully equipped, economically priced CNC Router designed and engineered for machining plastics. Equipped with a 5� x 12� multifunction phenolic worktable and a variety of heavy-duty working units, this machine is designed for demanding applications. It provides outstanding edge finish for all types of plastics including acrylic, polycarbonate, PVC, polyethylene, polypropylene, nylon, acetal, ABS, high performance engineering materials and more. It features a rigid closed gantry frame, prismatic linear guideway system/Helical rack and pinion, a powerful 7.5 hp 24,000 rpm Electrospindle, 10 position rapid tool changer (HSK 63F), multi-function phenolic vacuum table, the Touch Probe automatically measures tool length, IBM PC with Windows operating system/with Remote diagnostics and a compact footprint with full safety systems for maximum operator protection.

For additional information, contact Gerri Yarbrough, SCM Group USA Inc., 2475 Satellite Blvd., Duluth, GA 30096, 770-759-3534, Fax: 770-813-8819, E-mail: info@scmgroup-usa.com; Web: www.scmplastics.com.

AWFS� Booth #8500, 8503, 8512

New Control System

For AWFS 2011, Thermwood will present their CabinetShop and Multi- Purpose Series Machines equipped with the all-new QCore control system. The QCore operates with Windows 7 Pro, and has industry leading features such as: large 19� LCD wide screen monitor, 2 Gb RAM (system memory), Massive 1 Tb hard drive storage, Quad Core Processor, 4 USB connections, 1000 block look ahead, Siemens interface, air-conditioned cabinet, Spindle Amperage Load Meter, Quickcut, Control Nesting, Profile Modeler and Virtual Service.

The QCore also has an all-new optional Hand Held Programmer that puts the expanded power of the QCore control into a compact, rugged remote. This new hand held offers improved ergonomics, a color LCD touch screen display and a durable 24-key steel dome membrane keypad. It allows the operator to perform a wide variety of tasks that were previously only available through the machine control. Thermwood is the only major CNC router manufacturer that designs and manufactures their own control; a control so advanced that various aerospace and defense companies use it for some of their most demanding applications.

Single or dual-table models are available in sizes from 5� � 5� to 5� � 40�. Each has a variety of spindle choices including aggregate heads for special applications. The Cabinet Shop Series will machine plastics, composites and aluminum. It accepts files from all major design software packages and has the ability to nest parts directly at the control.

For additional information, contact Jason Susnjara, Thermwood Corporation, P.O. Box 436, Dale, IN 47523, 800-533-6901/812-937-4476, Fax: 812-937-2956, E-mail: sales@thermwood.com, Web: www.thermwood.com.

AWFS� Booth #4210

Factory Automation

TigerStop LLC� will offer demonstrations on implementing end-to-end factory automation. AWFS visitors will discover how TigerStop products enable manufacturers to design and build custom products ondemand with minimal inventory and short lead times. There are two critical productivity tools that allow a near instantaneous automation path for manufacturers. The first is the adoption of CAD or ERP software that ties together and automates the processes of order entry, design and invoicing. The second is the connection of the software to factory automation equipment with TigerStop linear positioners that extend automation directly into the factory, allowing custom orders to be designed and then built in near real-time.

For additional information, contact Brandon Vaughn, TigerStop LLC, 12909 NE 95th Street, Vancouver, WA 98682, 360-254-0661, Fax: 360-260-0755, E-mail: bvaughn@tigershop.com, Web: www.tigerstop.com.

AWFS� Booth #4655

Milling & Routing Tools

LMT Onsrud LP has introduced an expanded line of cutting tools to address one of the fastest growing categories of materials machined in today�s job shop market � mechanical plastics such as ABS, Delrin, Nylon, PET, UHMW and others. Many of the problems encountered when using traditional end mills, such as chip rewelding, hand deburring and slow feed rates are eliminated when using tools developed specifically for milling plastics. The 52-700 series has a double flute spiral �O� geometry designed to provide a smooth edge finish and easy chip evacuation. Output increases of 40 to 50% are obtainable when using suggested RPM and feed rates.

For additional information, contact Leslie Banduch, LMT Onsrud, 800 Liberty Drive, Libertyville, IL 60048, 847-362-1560, Fax: 847-362-5028, E-mail: lbanduch@onsrud.com, Web: www.onsrud.com.

AWFS� Booth # 8025