Successful teams run on data, not gut feel.
Adaptive Feedrates. Faster Cycle Times. Lower Costs.

Tool Optimization System (TOS)

Slytek’s Tool Optimization System (TOS) is a cutting-edge solution designed to maximize CNC performance, reduce tooling costs, and eliminate downtime. Built for manufacturers who demand precision and reliability, TOS transforms your machining operations with adaptive intelligence and real-time control.

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Optimized Cuts, Less Tool Breakage, Increased Capacity

TOS is an intelligent tool management system that:

  • Monitors spindle load and tool wear in real time

  • Automatically adjusts feedrates to optimize cutting performance

  • Swaps tools proactively before failure occurs

  • Reduces cycle times and improves surface finishes

  • Prevents costly breakdowns and scrap

Flexible & Modular For Your Goals

Key Features

Slytek brings enterprise grade visibility to every corner of your shop floor. Track machines, tools, and processes in real time, backed by smart analytics, automated alerts, and expert guided optimization.

01

Adaptive Feedrate Control

Dynamically adjusts cutting speeds based on tool load to ensure optimal performance and reduce cycle times.

02

Advanced Tool Wear Detection

Sets wear limits for each tool or section of cut. Flag tools based on real time tool load.

03

Macro-Interrupted Tool Changes

Signals macro program to interrupt cut and automatically change tools. Resumes machining unattended

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Increased Throughput

More parts out the door with the same machines.

Improved Quality

Better surface finishes, less scrap, and more consistent results.

Lower Operating Costs

Reduced tooling expenses, less scrap, and less unplanned downtime due to tool breakage.

Benefits

Unlock higher throughput, fewer breakdowns, and faster ROI. With Slytek, you gain data-driven clarity, smoother operations, and continuous performance gains across your entire production line.

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Who Is It For?

Designed for shop floor teams to cut downtime, boost efficiency, and turn every machine into a profit center.

Applications involving lots of roughing

Parts with long cycles times

Automated and semi-automated production

Why Choose TOS?

Because it doesn’t just track machines it transforms them into insight engines. Slytek connects your entire workflow, revealing hidden inefficiencies, guiding your team with expert support, and turning operational chaos into predictable productivity.

Increases throughput with adaptive feedrate controls.

Increases process reliability to achieve lights out production.

Increases tool life and lowers your overall tooling costs.

Scalable per-spindle pricing makes it accessible for shops of all sizes.

Easy onboarding with expert implementation support.

Run Smarter. Deliver Faster. Win More.

Slytek is a shop floor intelligence platform that helps machine shop owners eliminate downtime and improve throughput by connecting machines, processes, and systems, so they can run more jobs with less waste.