CNC Software Incorporates Tool Management Solutions

HCL Technologies has incorporated the Zoller TMS Tool Management Solutions Interface into its CAMWorks software. The Zoller interface supplies customers with advanced tool database management options and an overview of available tools while eliminating the need to maintain multiple tool databases.

With the Zoller Interface in CAMWorks, tool data is standardized and the exchange of data between the two software systems is automated. Customers can enter the information for their cutting tools once into the central Zoller tool database and the tools are imported automatically into CAMWorks. All tool parameters are captured, including contour line for holder and cutter, specific tool type as well as technology data, such as feeds and speeds.

The interface also allows users to define tools in the Zoller TMS Tool Management Solutions software with the same tool types and parameters that are being used in CAMWorks. Once a part model is programmed, the Zoller interface generates a setup sheet that includes a list of tools used for the part. The setup sheet is designed to assist with tool assembly, measurement and sending measured values to the machine for cutting the parts. The Zoller interface in CAMWorks is designed to decrease manual entry of tool data and streamline tool management.