Grinding Process Evaluation Software
Mike Petsch & Accociates, is please to offer free software that is designed to evaluate vertical spindle grinding operations that include Blanchard type grinders. This program should be very useful for planning batch grinding operations for downfeed grinders using Jowitt & Rodgers abrasives. The DOS based program was designed to run with minimum computer and should be compatible with most windows based systems including Windows 3.1, 95, ME, 2000, and XP platforms. Downloading this software includes a free license for any type of use, with the understanding that we cannot be liable for any use of the product. This very small program uses only 69 KB of space on your hard drive and does not require installation or set up on your computer to use. You can down load the software now by clicking this link VSCOST.EXE The VS COST - Grinding Evaluation Program requires the user to input information about the grinding operation. The default data can be changed by entering the number. A complete help function is provided for the inputs. The help includes segment and wheel types, typical grinding ratios and removal rates, and calculates the number of parts that can fit on a chuck. A typical input screen is shown below:
VSCOST uses this data to create a grinding cost analysis. The software calulates the production rate, cost per part, suggested feedrates, and the downfeed required to complete the load. The typical output screen is shown below:
	The software has a print function. The typical printed output can be viewed by accessing the sample shown in Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format. Click to view sample VSCOST-Print.pdf
	FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't I print using this program? There have been some problems reported when attempting to print using VSCOST software. Nowadays, many laser and jet printers have powerful features but cannot print simple text accurately. Besides, some inexpensive printers can not print in text mode at all (the so-called win-printers). If you have a printer that only uses soft windows fonts then you may wish to consider downloading the DOSPRN shareware. This is a link to their website: http://www.dosprn.com/
This DOSPRN program helps to extend the life of old DOS programs by restoring print function. DOSPRN allows you to use a good old DOS program with new printers irrespective of their types (Yes, USB and network printers, print-servers, and PDF-printers too!)
You can down load the VSCOST Grinding Evaluation Software now by clicking this link VSCOST.EXE