The Swiss ToolBox software can be easily configured to fit five axis tool grinders with different shaft structures. It can seamlessly integrate with various control systems to form a complete system. This software has complete functions in grinding process processing and can grind non-standard tools that cannot be compared to standard software packages.

1、 Characteristics of the application

This software with a graphical interface is suitable for any type of CNC tool grinder (at least five axes) and can be used for equipment at all stages of development. The operator only needs a few days of training to become proficient. Each CNC axis can be configured with relative coordinates, directions, limits, workpiece clamping positions, spindle installation positions, probes, and tool blanks, providing unlimited possibilities for the overall layout of the machine tool.

2、 Structure of tool software package

This toolkit has a tree structure, where functional nodes can be opened or closed according to the user's needs to input or browse information. Under the guidance of online help, users can quickly establish tool data during the operation process. For the operation of tree structure, we generally provide the following information: specific operation options, geometric parameters, machine structure, grinding machine process parameters, definition of grinding cycle, parameter correction, specific process parameters, and input-output skills of the process. For example, the software for processing tool grooves not only provides basic algorithms based on groove shape, but also provides supplementary processing for comprehensive grinding wheel shape. The various elements in the tool structure are dynamically established based on the tool options. In contrast to the structure of tool types, each type of tool has a structure formed by several operations; It can be simulated or actually ground on a machine tool.

3、 Grinding wheel

This toolkit can be selected from standard grinding wheels or molded grinding wheels. The shape of the grinding wheel and the size of the grinding wheel (or grinding wheel group) are defined by the three-dimensional geometric shape; Specific grinding wheels can be selected for each specific process, and specific processing conditions can be set, all of which are completed under graphical prompts.

4、 Introduction to Grinding Wheel/Grinding Wheel Group

The following are the standard features of the software: setting the size of the grinding wheel, the type and function of the grinding wheel, the axial position, rotation direction, material, and composition of the grinding wheel group.

5、 Definition of Grinding Wheel Shape

The following are the standard features of the software: geometric parameters of the grinding wheel, automatic drawing of the grinding wheel shape, and automatic generation of the grinding wheel shape based on the tool groove shape.

6、 Definition of Cutting Tools

This software can define various shapes of cutting tools, including milling cutters, drill bits, deep hole drills, ball heads, rounded corners, and taper angles; The blade body includes: cylinder, cone, step drill, staggered teeth, contour, and tap. Combining the above elements (such as drill bits and milling cutters) can form special cutting tools.

These cutting tools can be any combination of left and right spirals and left and right tangents. The division can be equal or unequal. Each type of blade can grind different groove shapes (one or more per tooth). The shape of the head is standard (with patent protection).

7、 Database

Each tool shape has a database to store its data, and the software system also has a universal database. Application databases support arbitrary searches and searches with given conditions. Users can define meaningful programs based on their personal experience, all with the help of graphical prompts.

8、 Graphic simulation

In order to accurately reflect the machining status, all grinding operations have graphical simulations. Users can determine the tool shape and parameters, and then observe the process of grinding on the CNC machine tool that is exactly the same as the actual situation.