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    How to get XYZ values in PowerShape

    When you create an *.mtd file you need to know the exact location of the head attach point, rotation centre and axis values. We can do this in PowerShape by creating some simple geometry at any points of interest.

    The following examples demonstrate how to identify the coordinates for different types of machine tool.

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    • Table-Table Machine Tools
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