Steltronic Funk String Pinsetter Integration & Control

Steltronic’s latest update introduces a powerful Funk string pinsetter integration with Focus and Focus·NEX…

A New Level of Lane Control

With this enhancement, operators and bowlers can now quickly and easily configure pin setups for a variety of applications, including:

Training scenarios
Skill-based challenges
League practice variations
Family entertainment experiences
Custom game formats

No manual intervention at the pinsetter is required—everything is controlled seamlessly through the Steltronic interface.

Seamless Integration with Funk String Systems

This update reflects Steltronic’s ongoing commitment to working alongside leading pinsetter technologies like Funk’s string machines. The communication between systems is designed to be:

Reliable
Fast
Fully integrated into the existing Focus / Focus·NEX workflow

The result is a smooth, intuitive experience for both staff and bowlers.

Continuing a 46-Year Tradition

At Steltronic, we believe that innovation should benefit our customers—not cost them more.

For over 46 years, we have consistently delivered free software updates that enhance performance, expand capabilities, and extend the life of your investment.

This latest enhancement is no exception.

Available Now

If your center is equipped with Funk String Pinsetters and running Steltronic Focus or Focus·NEX, this feature is available to you.

Contact our technical support team to learn how to enable this functionality and start offering new experiences on your lanes.

Moving Bowling Forward

As bowling continues to evolve, Steltronic remains focused on delivering solutions that combine innovation, reliability, and real-world usability.

This integration is another step toward giving centers more flexibility, more control, and more ways to engage their customers.

Steltronic — advancing bowling technology, one update at a time.

I love that I can just tap the screen and set up whatever shot I want. No more asking someone in the back—it’s all right there. That’s a huge upgrade.

League bowler in Walled Lake, MIchigan

New Focus / Focus·NEX Update Enables On-Demand Pin Setup

Steltronic continues to push innovation forward with the latest software enhancement to our Focus and Focus·NEX systems—now offering expanded integration with Funk String Pinsetters.

This newest update gives bowling centers greater control than ever before by allowing specific pin setups to be selected directly from the front desk or bowler touchscreen consoles.

Even more importantly, this capability is now fully in the hands of your staff and your customers—no need to involve maintenance personnel. What once required manual intervention at the machine is now handled automatically through the Steltronic system.

The result is a smarter, more efficient operation that saves time, reduces labor costs, and keeps your lanes running without interruption.

The Intelligence Driving Your Lanes

Powering Every Shot, Every Score

At the heart of every Steltronic installation is the VLC (Lane Computer)—a powerful, dedicated system that manages all scoring, communication, and real-time lane control. From tracking ball data and scoring accuracy to interfacing directly with pinsetters like Funk string machines, the VLC ensures everything operates seamlessly.

It processes every shot, instantly updates displays, and now enables advanced features like on-demand pin configuration—all without manual intervention. The result is a fast, reliable, and fully integrated bowling experience for both operators and bowlers.