Tool Lifecycle Management - TDM Systems

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Excellence in

Tool Lifecycle Management

Tool Lifecycle Management TDM-TLM: IT-Strategy for Tool Management Each tool ensures productivity TDM Systems is the pioneer of tool data

New generation of tool data management

Integration and controlling reduce costs

Tool Lifecycle Management supports Industry 4.0

management. For more than 25 years, we

Tool Lifecycle Management is the IT stra-

The focus of TLM is linking and traceabili-

The goal of Industry 4.0 is the complete

have offered solutions for the questions:

tegy for production resources and includes

ty. The major strength of the TDM software

virtual planning and simulation of produc-

Which tool is at which location at a specific

tool organization in all phases of planning,

is the ability to become highly integrated

tion. This requires that the systems commu-

time? What are the crib inventories?

simulation, order preparation and produc-

into the existing system landscapes of a

nicate with each other and exchange data,

Which tools have to be prepared for which

tion. In doing so, TLM is a link between

machining company. This makes compre-

such as graphics. TDM decisively supports

order? Which tools do we use for this

ERP, PLM, and MES and ensures commu-

hensive controlling of tool assignment and

the implementation of Industry 4.0 and

machining operation? Are there alterna-

nication between planning and production

tool use through crib inventories and

forms the central „starting point“ for tool

tives? We support your production with

systems. On one hand, TLM is about cap-

inventory turnover as well as through the

data and management. For this to succeed

our software and expertise. With TDM, a

turing and providing tool data and tool

results of machining operation. With the

TDM has adapted the data and graphics

machining tool becomes a valuable pro-

graphics in CAM and simulation processes;

results, the use of resources in production

to the demands of systems over the

ductivity factor, which ensures increased

on the other hand, it is about the physical

can be tracked and continuously improved.

course of its development; it has been

profits and optimized processes.

organization of tool circulation on the

Productivity increases and cost savings

made NC-ready. This expertise is unique in

shopfloor. TLM is not oriented towards in-

are transparent.

the market and makes TDM your TLM

dividual departments and single processes, rather it consists of continuous communication and data exchange between the involved systems.

solution for Industry 4.0.

Tools Tools fully under Co ntrol

Established tool know how

Easy tool selection

Specializing in tool data

3D tool generators

Digital tool assemblies

TDM Systems is the competence center

Productivity begins with the selection of

TDM makes a database available that,

One of the advantages that TDM offers

TDM comes with an automatic tool assem-

for tool data management within the

the correct tool for every single machining

together with the TDM Base Module, ma-

its customers is the most comprehensive

bly that searches according to the definition

SANDVIK Group. In addition, we work with

step. This is because one third of the

nages the tools according to items, tool

spectrum of generators and designers that

of the machine or rather tool holder or

many tool and machine tool manufac-

output is already being decided during

assemblies, and tool lists. The strength of

generate tool items on the basis of para-

cutting tool for possible combinations and

turers worldwide and are their contact in

planning. TDM offers various selection

the TDM software lies in the way it stores

meter models with few clicks. They can

a makes easy selection possible. In parallel,

relation to NC-readiness of tool data and

methods in order to quickly choose the

tool data by process-relevant features such

generate tool data sets with extensive geo-

tool assembly graphics are generated

tool graphics. As a customer, this means

correct, ready-to-use tool assembly. The

as tool type, geometry, feeds & speeds,

metry data as well as a 2D-DXF-graphic

from available 2D- and 3D-graphics of

you benefit from our comprehensive tool

display of alternatives and verification of

and cutting material, so you can always

and a simulation-ready 3D-graphic.

items. The integrated interface logic and a

know how, state-of-the-art software tech-

tool availability in the crib belong to a

use the right tool for the job. Our experien-

Currently available are standard tools and

plausibility test guaranty a ready-to-use

nology, and comprehensive expertise in

comprehensive tool selection. Thanks to

ces in practice ensure the continuous

DIN tools from the manufacturers Walter

tool assembly. TDM also gives information

tool management. Experience from daily

these functions, the available tools can be

enhancement of tool data management

and Sandvik Coromant among others.

about which items are installed in which

tool use is integrated into our software

efficiently and flexibly scheduled and

and classification.

The 3D-graphics specially adapted for

tool assemblies.

solutions and consulting services.

made available on the production level.

CAM and simulation systems render the necessary tool features and can be easily processed by the systems.

Lifecycle Management Complete lifecycle, complete integration

The Solution for the entire Tool Lifecycle in your Company Individual solutions

Neutrality creates openness

In order to completely introduce TLM, the

The software architecture of TDM enables

TDM is a neutral system – it is open to all

TDM tool database must be able to inte-

the implementation of local, company-

tool manufacturers, but at the same time

grate or tether to as many systems as

wide, and in the future cloud-based

it is not linked to specific systems. Thus, it

possible. And here the vision and perseve-

solutions. At the same time, TDM is also

can communicate with many current

rance of TDM Systems pays off: the early

available on various output devices. With

systems from planning and production.

development of interfaces and integration

TDM, you can map single processes as

This neutrality enables TDM to integrate

in systems from ERP, PLM, CAM, MES, and

well as install universal, company-wide

into the complete tool lifecycle. The sys-

the shopfloor is now our competitive ad-

solutions. Single plants access the central

tem collects data from production and

vantage. This is how TDM can be integrated

TDM database as clients. As necessary,

transfers this data to other systems.

in nearly every system landscape of a

they see and manage only the production

Furthermore, TDM is open for connections

company. The interfaces are mature and

resources related to their own plant. Use

to many online platforms for tool data.

we are constantly adapting the advance-

of the TDM can be configured individually.

ment of the systems.

Implementation of production standards Efficient production requires the introduction of standards. Among those are tool lists

PLM/CAD

CAM/SIM

MES

LOGISTIC

PRESETTING

MACHINE

ERP

and production orders. TDM supports the

The first step in the tool lifecycle is pro-

TDM helps with tool selection for each NC

The production resources and tools must

Cutting tools are capital-intensive

Precision begins with the tools: TDM

With TDM, the tools and NC programs

With the ERP connection, TDM takes

NC program-related management of tool

duction-oriented construction. Which

operation, stores geometry and cutting

be on the machine at the right time. This

production resources. With TDM, the work

cooperates with leading presetter manu-

simultaneously get to the correct machine,

the relevant tool information directly

lists and the recording of cutting data from

tools are best suited for which process

data for each tool assembly, makes 3D-tool

is no problem thanks to the communica-

in progress inventory and actual crib inven-

facturers. During the measuring procedure,

together with the current actual data of

from commercial order management

production and also makes the permanent

steps? Which combinations are efficient?

graphics available for NC and simulation

tion between TDM and MES and the

tories are kept low, orders are initiated at

these systems access the nominal data

the presetted tools. The data transfer is

and supports the tool preassignment

optimization of tool use possible. Internati-

TDM supports designers with elementary

analyses, and saves tool lists from the NC

organized tool logistics. TDM provides the

the ideal time, and the tool variety is kept

stored for each tool assembly in TDM and

carried out with TDM via DNC or with tool

and procurement processes along with

onal production companies can introduce

information on tools and their possible

programs for further preparation on

tool lists for each NC program for order-

as low as possible.

transfer the actual data measured back

chips.

master data adjustment.

centrally defined, cross-plant tool standards.

applications.

production level.

specific tool preparation.

This reduces costs and cycle times.

to TDM.

Know How for CAM Planning

Advanced Shopfloor Management

NC-ready Tools for Virtual Planning

Necessary Tools and Data on the Machine at all Times

Get the right tool quickly

NC-ready 3D tool solids

Repeatable cutting data

When processes and data exchange are

Order-oriented tool preparation:

Ideal calculation of tool usage:

No tool-related machine downtimes:

In the CAM process, selecting and including

The basic version of TDM offers a 3D CAD

As a knowledge base, TDM is always on

viewed on the shopfloor, TDM forms the

Tool lists from NC programming are availa-

During the calculation of tool requirements,

Thanks to TDM, the crib inventories are

the correct tools for every machining

kernel to display and assemble 3D tool

point: By actively saving cutting data from

central key position between ERP, PLM/

ble on the shopfloor via TDM. With the tool

the condition of the tools that are already

transparent, and the tools are available

process is decisive. TDM manages the tools

solids without an additional CAD program.

production for each tool assembly, you will

CAM, MES applications, and machining

calculation, TDM determins which tools

on the machine are taken into account.

and at the machine at the right time. This

according to their process-relevant features,

Optional 2D- and 3D-graphic editing add-

accrue a valuable collection of repeatable

on the machine:

actually need to be prepared, which are al-

As a result, you receive a net tool list inclu-

minimizes the setup time and lowers the

which enables you to search for tool

ons let you quickly prepare graphics for use

cutting data. The best possible tools can

ready on the machine, and which are being

ding information on the preparation of

tool-related machine downtimes to an

assemblies according to application or

in CAM and simulation and incorporate

be selected in the NC programming

disassembled. In the end, the right tools

sister tools.

absolute minimum.

tool. TDM can be directly integrated into

them in the systems. These add-ons were

according to tool type, machining method,

Fixtures, gauges & calibration equipment:

many current CAM systems. Data for digi-

adapted specifically to the individual

and material. When necessary, TDM shows

TDM offers a fixture management module

Crib- & order-management:

Complete tool circulation:

tal tool assemblies is available directly in

requirements of the CAM and simulation

the appropriate alternatives.

and also gauges and calibration equipment

Optimum transition management:

TDM controls manual and automatic crib

TDM shows which tools are taken from the

the CAM system according to the selection.

systems and are without competition

organization. Therefore, comprehensive pro-

TDM supports the data exchange between

systems, such as Paternoster or vending

machine, records the disassembling and

are on the right machine at the right time.

on the market. This allows performing ma-

Scheduling available tools

duction resource management is possible

DNC and machines and ensures that the

machines. The crib tool inventories are

storage, archives the NC program, and

terial removal simulations and collision

An additional advantage is the access to

on the shopfloor, and the continuous in-

NC program enters the machine at the

secured with minimum inventory display

supports the data transfer from the ma-

detection with real 3D-tool solids.

crib information from the NC program-

spection and documentation of fixtures and

same time as the actual tool data from the

and purchase requisitions to the ERP

chine to the TDM, and it does so not only

ming. The NC programmers participate

gauge and calibration equipment is ensured.

presetting.

system.

during preparation but also after order

significantly in tool scheduling. Only tools that are available either in the crib or in tool circulation are offered. This is an important aspect in relation to tooling costs and ideal tool use.

completion.

Services & Benefits

TDM Systems

Advanced Expertise and Quality Services for more Productivity

Worldwide, Innovative, Future-Proof

Better consulting from the beginning

Our services

Return on investment

An overview of your benefits:

Our experts are extremely familiar with

Our service team will gladly support you in

The use of TDM frees your saving poten-

the processes and software environments

case of questions about the use of your

tials. Reducing tool type variety lowers

Increased productivity through:

in a machining company. Our consulting

TDM software installation. In the first step,

tool procurement costs and crib costs.

• Time saving in tool preassignment

team works with you to conduct analyses

we offer several learning and training

Management costs are lowered by redu-

• Reduction of machine downtimes

and workshops and develop goals and

models, which will give you an understan-

cing the number of suppliers and by

• Short cycle times

possible approaches. Your requests are

ding of standard or customized TDM. This

integrating the ordering system. All in all,

• Repeatable cutting data

implemented by our dependable and

can take place at our headquarters in

this leads to productivity increases of up

qualified service team members and

Tübingen, on-site at your facility, or even

to 20 % per annum. Furthermore, there

Cost reduction for the crib and ordering

project managers. Our unique know how

via webinar. In the second step, direct

is the time factor: Because the tool data

system through:

in process optimization, which has grown

product support via the service desk and

and graphics are available digitally, an

• Reduction and standardization of tool

The inventor of tool data management

Worldwide operations

Future-proofing as a promise

over many years, will surely convince you.

remote support offer you quick help

enormous amount of time can be saved

variety

TDM Systems has developed solutions for

TDM Systems supports companies all

Tool Lifecycle Management is a long-term

with your daily work. This allows solving

in all stages of the tool lifecycle. This

• Transparent crib and distributed

digital tool management since 1988. With

around the world. With our headquarters in

IT strategy. Our customers expect a depen-

challenges without delay: fast and simple.

unburdens your employees and enables

inventories

tool lifecycle management, TDM Systems is

Germany as well as our subsidiary in the

dable and flexible partner with the use of

full concentration on your actual business.

• Reduction of hidden cribs

preparing the next generation of tool data

USA and our partner companies in Europe,

strategic software. Since 2004 TDM

management. This concept includes the

Asia, North America, and South America,

Systems is the competence center for tool

Time savings in planning through:

complete integration of all information and

we are with you on-site providing know-

data management in the SANDVIK Group

• Available, NC-ready data and graphics

processes related to cutting tools and

ledge, service, and individual solutions.

and fulfills with this background the

• Dependable simulation analyses

enables businesses to transition to intelli-

Country-specific differences as well as

demand for continuity, corporate stability

gent, digitally linked production. TDM

company-specific requirements are taken

and leading industry standard. TDM

represents the complete diversity of the

into account. TDM software is available in

Systems software solutions are future-

tool landscape – from milling tools, drilling

10 languages, including Chinese. New

oriented, competent and technological

tools, and turning tools all the way to

software technologies enable company-

leading.

multitools.

wide and international use of TDM.

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