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SERVICES OFFERED BY DIGITEK

 

If you would like information on any of the products and services that we offer, please contact us for more information.

DNC System Installation Services

Need help with your REMEX DNC System?

Need help with your Existing DNC System?

Computer Networks

Tape Reader Replacement

Digitek's Services

Executive/Binary Tape Duplication

Executive Tape to Electronic Format Conversion Service

On-Site Computer Training

Consulting Services 

DNC System Installation Services

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Digitek Automation Systems is a full service DNC service company.  Besides the sales of high quality DNC software packages we also offer a complete installation service.  We've been installing DNC systems for over 13 years now and have the experience and skills necessary to connect all of your machine tools to a DNC system.

If you have ever tried to connect a machine tool to a computer you know that this is not a simple task.  In fact if you've never done it, the job can down right frustrating and very time consuming.  This is truly one of those things that sounds a lot easier then it ends up being.  

The successful installation of any DNC system depends on the ability and experience of the installation technician.  This is something that you really don't want the guy from the local computer store to attempt.

Our team of shop floor communications specialists have experience with practically every type of NC and CNC Machine Tool Control.  

We understand how expensive CNC equipment is and  understand how important it is to keep it running during an installation.  

Consider Letting Digitek's experienced shop floor communications specialists install your new DNC system.  In addition to the installation,  Digitek will help you designing a system that will integrate all of your NC/CNC machines into a DNC network that makes sense for your operation.  

We will install your new DNC system in an efficient and cost effective manner.  Our installations include: 

We will travel to your site

We will be responsible for all aspects of the installation, including:

Provide all materials, including cable and connectors

String all DNC and LAN cables
Terminate and test both ends of the DNC and LAN cables
Provide computers as required
Install any needed network cards and high speed serial adapter cards
Provide, install and configure the DNC software application
Provide, install and configure the best BTR interface available anywhere for your older machines.
We will take the appropriate precautions to guard against electrical "noise" which can cause data transfer errors. 
We will provide and install RS-232 to RS-422 converters to virtually guarantee high speed error free data transfer for long cable runs.
We can reconfigure your machines to optimize the speed of data transfer.
We will then verify communications in both directions (if applicable).
We will provide operator and programmer basic training in the use of the new software and hardware.
Finally we will document everything that was done and provide the customer with a copy of this documentation. 
We will continue to always be on hand in the event there are questions or software features need further clarification.

With over 15 years of installation experience we have connected virtually every machine tool ever manufactured to a computer at one time or another. 
We recognize that one of your company's top priorities is making "parts".  To help you achieve that goal, during any DNC system installation we will always work with management to minimize any disruptions to your production schedule.  We will even schedule our installers to work during your plant's 2nd and 3rd shifts to further minimize disruptions. 

 

Key Benefits of a DNC system installed by Digitek Automation Systems:

One source DNC system vendor

Support after the installation

12years of experience and technical expertise with DNC systems

Choice of several quality "Brand Name" DNC software packages to fit your particular situation.

We have the experience and skills necessary to get your company's new DNC system installed and running.

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Need help with your Existing DNC System?

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Do you have an older DNC system and have found that the company that sold it to you is no longer in business? If so, we can help.

We can help you with the following:

Diagnose problems relating to computer hardware, cabling or the CNC control.

Help you document proper procedures to be used with your older DNC system.
Assist in connecting new machines to an existing DNC system.
Provide cost-effective replacements for older DNC systems.

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Need help with your REMEX DNC System?

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Do you own a Remex DNC system?  Are you having problems obtaining service and support?  We can help.

The Remex DNC system was a good one when it was sold back in the late 80's and early 90's. Hundreds of companies purchased the system in its prime. Unfortunately, Remex is no longer in business.  As a result most users are left high and dry for technical assistance.  That is unless they know about Digitek. In the United States and Canada we are probably the only company left that is experienced with the Remex DNC system and is able to offer technical support. For more than ten years now we've been assisting companies all over the USA and Canada with their Remex DNC systems.

We can provide assistance with the following:

We can work with you to support all parts of your Remex DNC CPD Software and Hardware.

We can help you organize all of the files contained in the READY directory in an easier to administer format.
If you need to upgrade your CPD computers to something faster, we can help you to configure the new computer's BIOS and the modify the CPD software to allow it to run on a faster platform.
If your company has not already upgraded to CPD version 4.04, we can assist you with that upgrade.
You can even run the Remex DNC CPD software under Windows NT with some limitations.
If you just have questions on how the Remex DNC software works or any of the other components contact us and we can give you answers.
If you wish, we can replace your Remex DNC system with a professionally installed PC-BASED system, for a fraction of the cost of the original Remex DNC system. During the conversion to a new DNC system we will work with you to convert all the Remex DNC formatted NC programs back to DOS format for use with our new system.
Occasionally we have used Remex DNC MIUs and CMCs that we've taken in on trade available for sale.

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Computer Networks

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Your company's computers are much more powerful when they are linked together with a network.  Networking computers can quickly pay for itself!

You will be able share files, send and receive e-mail and access the internet
Do regular backups of all your important files
Access your company's network from home or while traveling
Reduce expenses by sharing printers and other peripherals
Share data base information
Collaborate on projects
Installing new software or upgrades on a number of computers is much easier over a network

Networks can setup with a mix of PC operating systems.  Any combination of PC's running Windows or DOS operating systems can be successfully networked together.

Over the years we've found that, setting up a network in a shop while not difficult, can be a source of frustration if you've never done it before.  You can waste quite a bit of time trying to get network adapter cards installed and configured. Then even more time trying to get your DOS or Windows computers to communicate with each other. We have the equipment and experience necessary to get your company's new network up and running.

Our normal service provides for:

We can provide and string the network cable
We will install a network adapter card in each computer where necessary
We will configure the operating system to recognize each LAN adapter card
We will either, install the appropriate networking software, or in the case of Windows 95/98/2000 and Windows NT activate the network
We will provide basic training in Drive and Peripheral Sharing, Password protection of your network resources and general tips on the care and feeding of your new network

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Tape Reader Replacement

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Are the tape readers on your older NC/CNC machine tools frequently requiring expensive maintenance and repair? If they are consider, replacing them with either a new tape reader or a Behind-Tape-Reader interface.

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On-Site Computer Training

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Are you or your shop personnel a little fuzzy on the how to effectively use their computers, your networks or the internet? If so we can help. Arrangements can be made for an experienced Digitek field trainer to visit your shop. Our trainer will conduct training in either a group setting or t we can offer you Face-to-Face Training. Your personnel will sit down with a trainer from Digitek to receive personalized 1-to-1 training, or a group of shop personnel for hands-on instruction. Our trainers will deliver quality training in the convenience of your plant.

Training can be arranged for the following subject areas:

DNC Software Training on Focal*Point, eXtremeDNC for Windows 95/98/NT training

Introduction - 2 hours

Summary of Main Screens
Downloading NC Programs
Remote Request
SEND File
Drag & Drop
Uploading NC Programs
Uploaded File Names
File Compare
Actions to be taken with uploaded programs.
Introduction to the NC Editor
Line Number and Renumber
Search and Replace
String Searching
General Questions and Answers

Intermediate - 2 hours

Summary of Main Screens
Program Restart During Drip Feed Operations
String Search
Machine Re-initialization Techniques
Queuing Multiple Programs
Advanced Remote Request Options
Directory listing of DNC host
Confirmations of file upload
By Pass Receive File Administration
NC Program Restart
NC Editor
Backplotting
Utilities
Math Functions
General Questions and Answers

Advanced - 4 hours

How to connect a new machine to the system
cable issues
Unshielded vs Shielded
RS422-vs RS232
Connector Termination
use of terminal for initial machine setup
Uploading back to control
Analyzing character in uploaded file
Communications Parameters
EIA/ISO formats
Baud Rates, Stop Bits and COM port settings
End of Block Conversions
Start and End of file characters
Stripping unneeded characters
FTP, Mazatrol CMT and other file transfer protocols. Remote Request setup
customizing Remote Requests
Setting Paths
Making sure the correct file goes to the correct machine
NC Editor
Backplotting Custom Machines
Utilities
Math Functions
General Questions and Answers

Windows 95/98/NT Training:

Introduction - 2 hours
Intermediate - 2 hours
Advanced - 4 hours

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Consulting and Support Services

Our Consulting and Support Services include pre-sale system design, installation planning, system installation and implementation, with training and after the sale  support from a team of knowledgeable communications engineers.  We can also provide consulting services for CAD/CAM/CAE applications.

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