Siemens expands Technical Application Center in Illinois facility

Siemens has announced the expansion of its Technical Application Center (TAC), which offers machine tool dealers, importers, and end users of Sinumerik CNCs a variety of learning opportunities, including classroom training, online instructor-led training, and online self-paced training.

The TAC occupies more than 3,150 sq. ft. of dedicated space at Siemens’ Elk Grove Village, Ill., facility. The newly expanded machine lab now features three milling machines and one turning center for hands-on learning, plus a Kuka robotic center and NX-CAM training station.

Two classrooms provide students with instructor-led, hands-on training using SinuTrain software and Sinumerik CNC simulators. The company offers professional-level training courses ranging from operation and programming to service and maintenance. Other classes include:

• Mixed technology operation and programming.
• Flexible NC programming.
• Multichannel operation and programming.
• Advanced measuring cycles.
• Postprocessor development.
• PLC commissioning and service.
• Fourth-axis integration.
• Part and tool probe installation.

A virtual TAC also is available online, allowing anyone to watch professional-series webinars free of charge. Live training webinars are presented monthly, covering insights, techniques, and processes for milling and turning, general operations, maintenance, and service. Q&A sessions follow the main presentation.