CAD/CAM
CAD/CAM Nesting Software
Jet Edge offers SigmaNest Companion CAD/CAM nesting software on its precision waterjet cutting systems. Developed by SigmaTEK Systems, the software uses a wizard-based approach that allows waterjet operators with little or no CAD/CAM experience to design, edit and nest parts quickly with little training, the company says. Functions include DXF import, TrueShape nesting, automatic path generation and NC-code generation.
Read MoreEnhanced Three- And Five-Axis Machining Capabilities
Esprit Mold Version 10 from DP Technology is designed to be user-friendly and to maximize efficiency. Features and upgrades include an Esprit FreeForm five-axis composite machining cycle and a cycle designed specifically for machining impellers. For faster processing speeds, the software features multi-core processors (CPUs).
Read MoreProducing High Quality Surface Finishes
Gibbs and Associates’ GibbsCAM 2009 features enhancements in milling, turning, user interface/productivity and interoperability. Milling enhancements include advanced 3D high speed machining (HSM) methods. These machining methods, specifically developed for multi-surface hard milling and high speed machining in SolidSurfacer, are said to provide high quality surface finishes that reduce or eliminate polishing.
Read MoreSoftware Update Features New Nesting Options
SmartCAM V15. 5 from SmartCAMcnc is said to deliver a variety of enhancements and capabilities to the SmartCAM suite of CAM system software. Updates include usability improvements such as verification control and new nesting options.
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Software Supports Cell-Based Production Process
Implementing advanced manufacturing cells can help a shop improve productivity, but the cells themselves may be only part of the solution. That’s the case at Wilcox Industries, which combined advanced manufacturing capabilities of automated machining with the flexibility of Mastercam CAD/CAM software to keep up with continuing growth.
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CAM System Adapts To Changing Needs
Fast, accurate programming can save time and money for any manufacturer. For a provider of contract programming services, however, choosing the right CAM software is even more important. Available from Numerical Control Computer Sciences (NCCS), the NCL CAM package enables one programming company in the United Kingdom to handle work ranging from everyday machining to complex, five-axis jobs.
Read MoreCAM Features Added High Speed Machining Option
Surfware has announced that the beta version of SURFCAM Velocity 4 is available to SURFCAM Beta users. Enhancements include four- and five-axis functionality giving users more control over tool motion. The new and enhanced features will include three-axis high-speed machining.
Read MoreOffline Program Solution Software
Makino has launched version 5 of its EDcam offline programming software, which provides shops with more options in a wider array of applications. This update adds to features from previous versions, upholding the value of continuous machine run time and operator multitasking. New features include expanded model data, machining conditions technology upgrades and new electrode material types to encompass a larger number of application needs.
Read MoreNew-Look Software For Turning
Delcam’s PartMaker Division is shipping version 9 of its PartMaker and SwissCAM software for the programming of turn-mill centers, Swiss-type lathes, CNC mills, conventional lathes and wire EDM equipment. Major highlights of this release include a revamped and more productive user interface, improved capabilities for programming directly on solid models and the ability to generate HTML-based setup sheets automatically. According to the company, the user interface’s easy-to-use, configurable toolbars make the software faster and more productive for both new and existing users.
Read MoreTopSolid’Cam Interface For Vericut
Available from Missler Software, a new interface between the developer’s TopSolid’Cam and CGTech’s Vericut is designed to improve machine simulation visualisation. This can provide important productivity gains to TopSolid’Cam and Vericut users, the company says. Target customers include users of the two software solutions that work with large aerospace parts and companies involved in the machining of prototype parts.
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