Tool Management

There is untapped potential between the tool storage area and the CNC machine. ZOLLER’s tool management system unlocks it.

With ZOLLER’s comprehensive tool management system, you can unlock the full potential of your tool inventory. It integrates four levels into a single system: Smart Cabinets—ZOLLER’s tool cabinets—the software solutions TMS Tool Management Solutions and WebTMS, numerous interfaces to third-party systems, and data availability via the z.One database. Tool management from a single source—and therefore unbeatably efficient.

Tool management eliminates efficiency bottlenecks. It speeds up access to tools, shortens setup times, simplifies production planning, supports purchasing, prevents excessive capital tie-up, and reduces machine downtime. In each of these areas, ZOLLER tool management can reduce costs by 10% to 40%. In your production as well.  

More success. With ZOLLER’s comprehensive tool management.

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Data Effects with ZOLLER

Data Reduces Tooling Costs

Digital tool management with TMS Tool Management Solutions has been proven to reduce costs in the tool warehouse. There are solid reasons for this:

  • Tool inventory is transparent—only what is needed is purchased
  • Tool service life is optimally utilized
  • Precise planning of regrinding orders
  • Less tool wear, because, for example, cutting data that has proven effective in practice can be documented

Cost-effectiveness

Data reduces tooling costs
 

Production Planning

ZOLLER’s tool management provides tool data from the start of the process to its completion.

Our interfaces import tool data from CAD/CAM systems, ERP systems, and tool catalogs into the ZOLLER TMS Tool Management Solutions software. 

Master data, storage location data, geometric measurement data, tool life—everything is available at any time for production planning.

Production Planning

When tool data is integrated into your processes, you achieve the highest possible quality in both your products and processes.

Manufacturing Quality

Tool management and tool data are key to fully realizing the value of your investments in high-quality tools, grinding wheels, and machines.

Manufacturing quality

The more extensive the dataset from the measurements is, the more precise the conclusions about quality will be.

Organization in the Tool Warehouse

The z.One database and the TMS Tool Management Solutions software keep manufacturing tool data organized.

This organization is a prerequisite for consistent data availability in CAM-to-part processes.

Organization in the tool storage area

Tools have their designated places, and all tool data is readily available.

Seamless Processes

Your data flows smoothly through all processes without a hitch. This is possible because ZOLLER offers reliable, automated solutions for critical areas such as data transfer and control-compatible data preparation. 

End-to-end processes

Unique tool identification
 

Process reliability

The µm-accurate measurement and adjustment data from ZOLLER measurement technology play a key role in ensuring that process reliability remains at the highest level.

The »smile« and »venturion« setting and measuring devices, every inspection device, and all testing machines from ZOLLER are designed for data exchange in production.

You can view current geometric data for tools and grinding wheels at any time or transfer it directly to your CNC machines. With ZOLLER, you manufacture with confidence.

Process reliability

Ensuring secure data
transmission 

Designed for growth: the packages

Start your tool management at the level that best suits your current needs. ZOLLER offers three tiers of the TMS Tool Management Solutions software: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. Once you start seeing efficiency gains and are ready to take the next step, we have the perfect upgrade for you.

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Designed for flexibility: webTMS

Tool management via a web browser: access tool data on any device, check where tools are being used, or review inventory to determine what needs to be reordered. ZOLLER developed webTMS for everyone who is frequently on the go—for example, in manufacturing.

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Ready for action: Smart Cabinets

Value creation starts with organization. Smart Cabinets ensure your warehouse is fully prepared for upcoming orders. Tools, tool holders, small parts, complete tool sets, accessories, and testing equipment are all within easy reach. Assembly stations and tool carts make processes such as preparation and transport simple and ergonomic.

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Programmed with Practical Knowledge: Database z.One

ZOLLER’s tool management system provides information about tools, organizes data records, and supports data transfers and conversions in many directions. For these processes to run smoothly, data needs a secure foundation: ZOLLER’s z.One database. z.One is installed on every device and every measuring machine and stores all measurement data. If you prefer to manage tool data centrally—z.One makes that possible, too.

Potential savings on tooling costs

20%

Data transfer

»zidCode«

Greater safety and efficiency through easy tool data management

ZOLLER Smart Cabinets

»toolOrganizer«

For cutting tools and small parts

»keeper«

For complete tools and tool holders

»autoLock«

For test equipment, consumables, and larger components

»twister«

For tool components and accessories

»toolStation«

For optimal tool assembly

»zTower«

For universal tool mounting

»toolCart«

For convenient tool transport

Increased Productivity Through ZOLLER Tool Management

The ZOLLER Cost-Effectiveness Calculator estimates the potential savings for your business.