cncsetup_skill

Overview

This skill generates standardized CNC setup sheets tailored to MNMUK machine shop equipment, including DMG MORI mills/lathes, CITIZEN Swiss, MITSUBISHI EDM, and HAAS cells. It reduces setup time, captures tribal knowledge, and enforces consistent documentation for tooling, workholding, offsets, and first-off checks. Use natural triggers like "setup sheet" or "new job" to activate.

How this skill works

When asked to create a setup, the skill asks for machine and job details if not provided, selects the matching machine template, and pre-fills known fields (machine model, program number, typical coolant and tooling). It highlights fields that require operator input, inserts critical first-off inspection checks, and appends relevant tips and known issues from tribal knowledge. Output is a ready-to-use setup sheet you can copy into shop systems or print for the floor.

When to use it

• User says "setup sheet", "create setup", or "new job" for any CNC operation
• Preparing first-off or prototype runs on DMG MORI, Haas, Citizen, Mitsubishi, or Hardinge machines
• Creating a tooling list, workholding diagram, or fixture setup for a job
• Documenting setup changes, known issues, or operator tips for repeatability
• Recording cycle time and first-off inspection results for process control

Best practices

• Review the drawing and previous setup sheets before starting
• Gather tooling, fixtures, gauges and verify program revision first
• Document deviations and update the sheet after the first-off inspection
• Run the first part at reduced feed and record actual cycle time
• Capture photos and operator tips to add to tribal knowledge for repeat jobs

Example use cases

• Create a setup sheet for NLX2500 turning operation with bar feeder and live tooling
• Generate a 5-axis milling setup for DMG MORI NMV3000 including CELOS coolant settings
• Produce a Citizen Swiss sliding-head setup with guide bushing, LFV or laser parameters
• Prepare a Wire EDM setup sheet with wire type, tension and flushing settings
• Document a Haas mini mill quick-turn setup for prototype transfer to production