NCSS Multi-Axis Machining Software Streamlines Programming

NCCS is showcasing the latest version of its NCL multi-axis machining software for the aerospace, automotive, tire mold and turbomachinery industries. Other manufacturing solutions on display include PostWorks Connect, a multi-axis universal postprocessor, and NCL/IPV, which is designed to provide high-performance, realistic and simultaneous material removal and CNC machine tool simulation.

NCL offers a blend of automated and user-controlled toolpath generation techniques that can result in reduced programming and machine cycle time and increased quality. According to the company, NCL’s combination of power, flexibility and cutting tool control enables users to quickly produce any part, reduce machine time, improve quality and increase profits. NCL is updated annually, including the most recent addition of the PMill option, which provides a new milling technique within NCL. 

PostWorks is a two-through, 10-axis postprocessor generator. With five-axis support and standard features, PostWorks is said to have the ability to convert NC code for virtually any machine/controller combination.

PostWorks Connect uses an intuitive graphical interface, enabling the user to generate CNC machine code as well as host a full development environment that is capable of creating complex postprocessors, all within the same interface. 

According to the company, some highlighted features include:

• One postprocessor solution for all machines
• Macro capability for customization
• Plug-in control to convert any known CAD/CAM format for virtually any CNC machine
• Automatic generation of tool lists, operator data and so on using plug-in scripts written in any programming language.

The company says that these key features of NCL and PostWorks can increase programming proficiency, in addition to improving the quality and accuracy of NC programs.