Programming software Benchmaster

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Overview
The Breton Benchmaster is an on-board machine software module that automatically positions vacuum pods on the workbench of CNC stone routers. It configures the workbench layout from the part drawing and the ISO program to accelerate setup and improve repeatability.

Reasons why

• Automatic optimization
• Reducing machine downtime
• User friendly interface on the machine
• Increased productivity

Key features

• On-board machine software to automatically set up vacuum pods on the workbench of CNC stone routers.
• Algorithm-driven automatic programming that calculates optimal placement of workpieces and vacuum pods to maximise efficiency.
• Workbench configuration directly on the machine using the workpiece drawing and the ISO program.
• Compatibility with existing CNC technologies; adapts to current company configurations with minimal modifications.
• Real-time decision support providing on-board suggestions to operators based on immediate calculation of the optimal layout.
• Advanced analysis tools for continuous improvement and process learning.

Benefits

• Significant reduction of machine programming and setup time.
• Precise and stable workpiece positioning, improving machining quality and reducing errors/defects.
• Optimised utilisation of production resources and lower operating costs.
• Improved overall efficiency of preparation operations and increased competitiveness.

Multimedia
A product video is available titled "Breton Benchmaster | Your Bench, Perfectly Setup, in No Time" demonstrating the system and the on-machine setup workflow.

Technical specifications

• Product name: Breton Benchmaster (on-board machine software).
• Primary function: automatic vacuum pods positioning on CNC stone router workbench.
• Input sources: workpiece drawing and ISO program used to configure the workbench layout.
• Core capability: algorithm-driven automatic calculation of optimal workpiece and vacuum pod placement for maximum efficiency.
• Materials supported: marble, granite, ceramic, quartz, Lapitec slabs.
• Operations supported: cutting, edge processing, drilling (for kitchen tops, vanity tops and similar slab processing).
• Integration: compatible with existing CNC technologies; minimal/moderate adaptation required.
• Operational advantages: reduces setup times, decreases machine downtime, increases machining accuracy, supports real-time operator suggestions, enables continuous process improvement through analysis tools.
• Deployment: on-board (installed on the machine) software module for CNC stone routers.