Application System

Linear Pallet Pool Control System

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The main window shows the status of the system at a glance. The Job data setting allows to set various process designs.

All settings can be done easily just by clicking. A highly reliable system has been adopted.

Maximum number of processes that can be registered per job

400

The main window displays the status of the system in real time. It uses colored animations so it is easy to understand the current status of the machine. It also allows manual transfer with Drag & Drop.

You can register up to 400 processes in one Job data and do various process designs by combinations of these processes. Also, you can specify machines, setup stations, tools, fixtures, pallets, and machining programs to be used in each process. For workpiece information, pictures of finished products, materials, and setup information can be registered.

The easy-to-understand conversational-type wizard screen used for setting processes and production schedules requires 70% less time than before.

1 Job data creation

2 Pallet registration

3 Creation of orders

System operation

Registration of details of machining/ measurement/washing etc.

Set the pallets and attachment surfaces to be used.

Set the target quantity and delivery date.

The system is operated by entering the necessary information in 3 main steps.

Face transferFor machining which requires transfer of part to different faces (fixture attachment faces).

>> A wide variety of machining can be set quickly

>> Start system operation in 3 steps

Pallet transferFor machining which requires transfer of parts between two or more pallets with different fixtures.

Inter machine transferFor machining which requires transfer of parts to multiple machine tools.

>> MAPPS Ⅳ, the FA controller for machine tools, has been adopted.

>> Long-term maintenance support is provided for both the machine and the controller (there is no concern that replaceable parts will become unavailable, as with computers available in the market).

>> The adoption of RAID1 (disk mirroring) and a UPS protects important data in the event of a power interruption or other trouble.

MCC-LPS Ⅲ is the next generation cell control system to maximize productivity of LPP (Linear Pallet

Pool) and other DMG MORI SEIKI pallet transfer systems. It provides flexible interfaces for job

management, system monitoring and variety of production reporting functions. It is the first and only

cell control system with integrated intelligent planning & scheduling capabilities.

Linear Pallet Pool Control System

LPP system

1 Pallet information When you click on a pallet, detailed information for that pallet will be displayed.

2 Machine operating status

You can check the machine’s operating status by looking at the color of the machine’s status bar.

3 History display This displays the system’s operating history and pallet transfer history.

4 Icon displayEach function can be called quickly and intuitively.

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A control system that takes the operating efficiency of the pallet transfer system to the ultimate level.

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Grouping of multiple jobs

Up to 32 fixture attachment faces on one pallet

You can register and manage multiple Job data by grouping. There are two types of grouping: Job group and Order group.

Up to 32 fixture attachment faces can be installed on one pallet. From the Control Center, you can check the types, number, and conditions of workpieces loaded on the pallets with an easy access to each pallet data.

■ Job group ■ Order group

Job data can be grouped by unit, so you can make efficient plans to meet production schedule.

Workpieces which are machined all together on the same pallet can be grouped into a Order group, enabling efficient setup.

Materials UnitIt can be managed by pallet

1 types and 1 jobs

2 types and 3 jobs

3 types and 7 jobs

Complete

In process

Alarm

ReadyNo tool

From the control center, you can access each pallet’s data just by clicking on the pallet and check progress in real time.

The status of Jobs on 32 faces can be displayed in different colors. By clicking each item, detailed information will be shown.

By right clicking, the picture of the workpieces will be shown.

Since up to 32 fixture attachment faces can be installed, setup operation for multiple items can be integrated.

■ Cell controller

MCC-LPS Ⅲ control unit based on MAPPS Ⅳhardware is included with all versions.

■ You can select from 3 versions according to your application.

Version DescriptionProvides a cost effective solution for job based production data management on CPP and AWC systems. Includes the LPS operation panel and cell controller software.

In addition to the features provided by the basic version, the standard version includes fi xture and material management, embedded tool data management and can be integrated with the more advanced MCC-TMS software for tool management functionality.

In addition to the features provided by the standard version, the advanced version supports multiple client connections to the cell controller for remote access and the planning & scheduling functions to optimize resource utilization.

■ Cell controller

MCC-LPS Ⅲ control unit based on MAPPS Ⅳhardware is included with all versions.

CPP system RPP system AWC system

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We have prepared a wide range of functions to offer high-effi cient system operation and management.

Production planning

Scheduling function responds fl exibly to changes in production demand.

It allows you to conduct centralized management of indispensable resources effi ciently.

Resource management

Multiple peripheral devices equipped with EtherNet/IP can also be connected to the LPP system with MCC-LPS Ⅲ.

EtherNet/IP Interface OP

Other devices

Measuring equipment Tool presetter

LPP system

Hub

Robot

You can generate production plans with production target quantities and determine the priorities of the orders to be processed by the cell controller at the production site. A wealth of functions are provided including the capacity planning function that allows you to automatically set the schedule and machine assignments based on the produc-tion plan. Schedules are generated based on production plan and the dynamically changing status of the orders and availability of resources required to produce those orders. The operation schedule function makes it easy to specify manned and unmanned shifts and to configure holiday and maintenance settings.

MCC-LPS Ⅲ provides convenient functions for making optimal and efficient use of fixtures, materials, pallets and tools. The material control function that manages stock information and enables optimal supply of material and the fixture management function that is able to manage fixtures in association with loaded pallets and jobs enable highly efficient centralized control of resources both inside and outside the system.

>> Capacity Planning function

>> Schedule Gantt Chart

>> Fixture data registration screen

>> Operation schedule function

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Production orders

Client/Server function

Remote notifi cation function

Simple to make the Performance Report with excellent visibility.

Screens can be viewed both inside and outside the company.

No matter how far away you are, it enables you to check the operation status in real time.

One of the features of MCC-LPS Ⅲ is its various report functions. Also, operating times, number of machines, etc can be recorded for one year, and can easily be displayed in graph form. It is also possible to generate customized reports and output data in a variety of formats.

The status and results at the production site can be viewed via a web-based system at any location in the company on a personal computer connected to the in-house LAN. By installing a server, you can also gain access from outside the company, for example from a personal computer at home.

If you want to check the status of the system from a distance, it will send the data from the MCC-LPS Ⅲ to the e-mail address of your mobile phone.

Plant(Cell controller)

Plant

At your home(PC)

Company’s own serverOffi ce

(LPS client)

LAN Internet

Internet

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Results data

Company’s

Outside the offi ce(Remote notifi cation)

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>> Alarm history >> Performance report

>> Machining result >> Machining history >> Operation Gantt Chart

Alarms that occur with the system are logged and displayed in a Pareto diagram. This information helps you improve productivity.

Display the run time for each machine as a bar graph with the time factor switchable between a weekly basis or a time period you specify.

The number of machined parts for each job is recorded, and is displayed in easy-to-understand graph form.

It displays machining time by Job, so the production efficiency can be checked.

Easily view and evaluate operation time for system components from this gantt chart.

■ CSV　■ PDF　■ XLS　■ HTML　■ XML

■ Supported data output formats

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Improves the system operating rate through highly efficient, centralized tool management.

For LPP systems that are used for production of a variety of part types and carry on continuous operation over long periods, the centralized management of tools is indispensable. By combining MCC-LPS Ⅲ with the MCC-TMS tool management software (option), you can build a highly efficient tool management system in which tool information can be shared among multiple departments in real time. For simple tool management, embedded tool data management has also been provided as standard.

Tool management

【Tool management room】 【Production site (LPP)】

Tool length and tool diameter data transferTool presetter OP

IntranetIntranetRS232C

Centralized tool management system Tool management system for each machine

MAPPS tool management systemOP OP

MCC-TMS is a too l

management system

which offers centralized

management of tool

data and component

parts, greatly reducing

errors and setup time.

As well as being com-

patible with Tool ID, it is effective with MCC-LPS Ⅲ for centralized

management of all the tools for the LPP, supporting long-term,

continuous operation of the machines. What’s more, by combining

the MAPPS tool management, it is possible to know in advance

about problems such as tool wear.

As a function of MAPPS Ⅳ in the machine, it is possible to

manage the information such as tool life, offset values, spindle

speed, feedrate etc. by linking them to tool numbers. And, this

will support efficient programming, machining schedules and

the actual machining.

Tool ID system

This allows automatic calling and registration of tool information, by implanting ID chips in the tools and by reading the tool information when they are attached to/removed from the machine.

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Machine MachineIt is possible to transfer the tool data from major tool measurement equipment.

>> Embedded tool data managementIt enables data management including management of tool life in MCC-LPS Ⅲ, estimation of tool wear based on the production schedule, and even the output of tool change reports.

Tool management system

A tool management system such as MCC-TMS is linked to MCC-LPS Ⅲ, which is installed in the LPP’s cell controller, and conducts system control which takes tool conditions into

consideration. Also, the Tool ID system automatically calls and registers the tool information to the machine.

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>> Examples of combinations with the tool management system

List of toolsData can be displayed for tools mounted in the magazine.

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Pallet pool specifi cations

Item CPP LPP RPP AWC Item CPP LPP RPP AWC

Machines 4 8 1 1 Parts/Face 999

Work setup stations 2 5 1 1 Processes 400

Pallet stand positions 29 99 21 120

Compatible software versionWashing stations 1 3 ー ーFaces/Pallet 32

● All numbers are maximum values.

Enhanced Maintenance function to prevent the operating rate from falling.

The versatile systems resolve production issues.

In the event of unexpected system stoppage (such as E-Stops, power failures, etc.) a trouble shooting function promptly diagnose the LPP equipment and provides directions to the user to recover the system. The steps to recover the equipment can also be customized.

Diagnosis and recovery support

Compatible systems

>> Trouble shooting function

>> AWC system(Automatic workpiece changer)

>> RPP system(Round Pallet Pool System)

This is a type of automatic workpiece changer that is installed on the machine. You can sequentially machine multiple pallets and perform unmanned operation over long periods of time, and it is also possible to mix several types of workpiece.

With a maximum of 8 setup stations, this is a system that allows multiple workpieces to be set up at the same time and features both space savings and convenient setup. The two-level, 14-station RPP is the system that achieves the largest number of pallets per unit area by employing a two-level stocker.

It is possible to upgrade from the previous systems,

“MORIC-AC”, “CAPS-LPS”, and MCC-LPS Ⅱ to MCC-LPS Ⅲ. Please contact our sales representative for details.

>> LPP system (Linear Pallet Pool System)

It is a system with a high level of automation, equipped with multi-level pallet racks. The system construction can also be customized however you wish, achieving the optimum productivity and operation rate.

>> CPP system(Carrier Pallet Pool System)

With its simple construction provided in predefined packages, this system is easy to introduce. For the system configuration, the customer can select from 8 packages to provide the optimum specifications for their needs.

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Functions by version

●：Available　×：Not available　○：Options

Item Item

LPS Ⅲ operation panel ● ● ● Fixture management function × ● ●Job/Order data management ● ● ● Material management function × ● ●Job/Order grouping ● ● ● Embedded tool data management × ● ●Job setup display ● ● ● Tool utilization and exchange reports × ● ●Workpiece attachment at different stations ● ● ● Interface with MCC-TMS × ● ●Machining program upload/download ● ● ● Advanced planning and scheduling × × ●Offset program upload/download ● ● ● Multiple client support × × ●Access authority control ● ● ● Ethernet/IP interface × ○ ○Diagnosis and recovery support ● ● ● Email/Pager notifi cation × ○ ○Machining/Operating reports and graphs ● ● ●

■ DIXI DHP 80CPP system

■ NH6300 DCGLPP system ■ 2-level, 14-pallet RPP

■ NMV3000 DCGAWC system

MCCLPS(3)-EB01D(W)

D.1501.CDT.0000

Created in Japan

●　 For any functions not featured in the MAPPS system you are currently using, software updates are required. For details, please consult with our sales representative. (There will be a charge for the software update)

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attached to some machines.●　 DMG MORI SEIKI is not responsible for differences between the information in the catalog and the actual machine.

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