CAD/CAM
CAD Software Increases Speed, Core Functionality
Alibre offers the next major release of its 3D CAD software, Alibre Design 11. 0. In addition to migrating the entire code base to the .
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CAM System Eliminates Operations on Big Parts
Extremely large workpieces often cause set-up issues because they can be difficult to move and position without a significant commitment of both time and manpower. Thanks to GibbsCAM software, mining equipment manufacturer Bucyrus International can use right-angle heads to cut down on the number of operations required to machine parts. In addition to helping the shop cut back on time-consuming setups, the software provides valuable estimation and toolpath verification features.
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CAM Software Helps Reduce Machining Time By 80 Percent
This company upgraded its CNC milling capability and CAM software to make use of solid models and get its components produced more quickly.
Read More3D CAD For Students
SolidWorks’ Education Edition 2008-2009 features all of the capabilities of SolidWorks 2008 Office Premium as well as analysis software, curriculum and more. Designed for students, the software features an intuitive user interface, the company says. A streamlined workflow anticipates which tools students will need in the context of a specific task they are undertaking and presents the tools for use.
Read MoreRead Autodesk Inventor Files Within CAD/CAM
MasterCAM is a Windows-based CAD/CAM software package, developed by CNC Software, for two- through five-axis milling and turning; two- and four-axis wire EDM; 2D and 3D design, surface and solid modeling; artistic relief cutting; and 2D and 3D routing. MasterCAM X2 features a direct add-in for Autodesk Inventor. This add-in module is free to users in the MasterCAM and Autodesk communities.
Read MoreMaterial-Based Modeling Software
AdvantEdge FEM version 5. 2 material-based modeling software from Third Wave Systems reduces the number of design iterations and gets products to market more quickly, the company says. The software features improved DXF meshing and selective refinement of 2D models, parametric double-angle point standard drill geometry, expanded tapping capability and tool and workpiece 3D visualization within the user interface.
Read MoreDP Technology Buys Simulation Software Developer
DP Technology, author of the Esprit CAM system, has purchased BinarySpaces Software Technology GmbH, a virtual machining software company based in Teltow (Berlin), Germany. “This acquisition provides DP Technology with direct access to simulation technology that will allow us to further develop our OEM partnerships with machine tool builders around the world,” says Chuck Mathews, vice president of DP Technology. “We are also excited about the opportunity to offer our Esprit end users a stand-alone simulation product, a tool that is extremely important for today’s complex multi-axis and turn-mill machine tools.
Read MoreCAM Optimized For HSM
Gibbs and Associates offers its Advanced 3D with HSM enhancement for GibbsCAM SolidSurfacer, which introduces a complete range of advanced three-axis milling functionalities with support for high speed machining (HSM). The three-axis surface machining capabilities provide more control and flexibility in toolpath generation with integral high speed machining support, the company says. The enhancement includes toolpath strategies optimized for high speed and hard material machining; 3D rest or material-only machining; support for tapered tool shapes; and new types of finishing processes, including constant step-over and steep-shallow combination.
Read MoreConversational Programming Software
Griffo Brothers has added Mazatrol Matrix support in its CamLink software product line. Mazak users invested in the Matrix control can take advantage of CamLink’s time-saving features that allow more control over the machine tools and increased efficiency in the shop. Support is available for the Matrix M, Matrix T, Matrix MT and Matrix ME controls.
Read MoreUpdated CAM Software
DP Technology's Esprit 2009 features new technologies in three- and five-axis milling, feature recognition and the user interface as well as productivity-enhancing features for milling, turning and wire EDM part programming.
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