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CAD/CAM

Software Simulates Spiral Bevel Gear Machining, Cylindrical Hobbing

Gear Expo 2017: Third Wave Systems will showcase two versions of its AdvantEdge gear machining software for simulating spiral bevel gear (SBG) machining and cylindrical hobbing processes.

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CAD/CAM

CAM Package Provides Finishing, Roughing, Drilling Modules

Open Mind offers the Maxx Machining performance package for its HyperMill CAM system, which features modules for finishing, roughing and drilling.

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Measurement

Quality Data Management Software Improves Process Reliability

Metabowerke GmbH’s tracking of data was inefficient and cumbersome. Zeiss’s PiWeb quality data management software reduced machine setup time by half and increased process reliability. 

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CNC Software Is the Sensor

Recent developments in CNC technology enable the use of add-on software for monitoring cutting conditions in the machine tool.

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CAD/CAM

CAD/CAM Data Exchange Translator Supports Mainstream File Formats

ZW3D has upgraded the product development features of its ZW3D 2017 CAD/CAM software.

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How to Anticipate Machining Errors before Parts Are Scrapped in QA

In L&S Machine's system for data-driven manufacturing, the data describe a good day.

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CNC Provides High-Speed Machining with Accurate Surface Finishes

Westec 2017: The Fagor 8065 CNC is designed for high-performance applications and equipped with features for high-speed machining while maintaining accuracy and surface finish.

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CAD/CAM

Software Analyzes Cut Surfaces, Detects Features

EMO 2017: MachineWorks will highlight MachineWorks version 8.0, including its surface and feature detection technology for analyzing cut surfaces. 

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Control Technology Provider Demonstrates How CNC Advances Factory Digitalization

How users and builders of machine tools can benefit from factory digitalization and integration is the main theme of the Siemens booth at EMO 2017. Highlights include enhancements to the company’s Sinumerik CNC software as well as the introduction of MindSphere, a cloud-based platform for hosting applications that enable manufacturing companies to more fully digitalize their operations.

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Praemo Joins Partners in THINC

The company’s Razor technology connects to data sources like machine tools and provides information and recommendations for preemptive action reducing machine downtime and process optimization.

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