CAD/CAM
Understanding Post Processors
What is a post processor? A software engineer from CNC Software, makers of Mastercam programming software, explains the different types of CNC post processors, the different types of post processor users and the different levels of functionality in post processors.
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Balanced Machining Is Faster Machining
NC program optimization software initially helped Bell Helicopter’s Drive Systems Center machine titanium faster by balancing cutting forces. The manufacturer now uses it to improve cycle times for aircraft parts made from other metals, too.
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Multi-axis Machining Increases Speed and Finish
Mastercam’s multi-axis machining offers a range of both basic and advanced strategies.
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CAD/CAM Range for Footwear
Delcam Crispin’s design and manufacturing software for the footwear industry features updates to the 2010 LastMaker and ShoeDesign programs, plus general speed and ease-of-use improvements across the full software range.
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Third Wave Systems’ Production Module version 5.8 process-analysis CAE software integrates workpiece material properties, CAD/CAM inputs and machine dynamics to map forces, temperatures and more.
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HSM for Direct Volumetric Machining Solid Models
Gibbs and Associates’ GibbsCAM VoluMill Solids is designed for high speed machining (HSM) solid models directly within the CAM software.
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Software Update Features Z-Level Roughing
SmartCAMcnc offers the field test release of SmartCAM V17.0, which features advanced milling improvements, such as a Z-level roughing process, and enhancements to the solid pocketing process.
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Learn What More Your Software Can Do
Consider a software audit involving the software company’s support personnel. Let them watch how you use (and don’t use) the capabilities of the product you already own.
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Software Update Improves Multitasking Integration
Esprit 2010 CAM software features improved support for integrated, multitasking mill-turn machine tools.
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Delcam for SolidWorks
The company offers its full range of CAM software, including Delcam for SolidWorks as well as the 2010 releases of PowerMill for high-speed and five-axis machining; FeatureCAM for feature-based programming; PartMaker for Swiss-type lathes and turn-mill equipment; and ArtCAM for engraving and routing. Delcam for SolidWorks marks a new direction for Delcam, the company says.
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