CAD/CAM

CAD/CAM

Software Applies Multiple Operations to CAD Feature

BobCAD-CAM will display its range of CAD/CAM software for CNC programming, with an emphasis on its Dynamic Machining Strategies (DMS) for two-, three-, four- and five-axis tool paths.

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CAD/CAM

The Costs and Benefits of Horizontal Machining

The shift from vertical to horizontal machining was even more expensive than this shop anticipated. It was also more valuable. Most of the shop’s machining centers are HMCs now—here’s why.

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Plug-In Improves CAD/CAM Workflow

MecSoft Corporation's VisualXport 2014 CAD/CAM software is a direct plug-in for SolidWorks that enables users to export parts in the .vcp VisualMill file format.

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Retired Engineer Turns Machinist

The industrial benchtop CNC mill that Dan Rosenthal installed in his garage is no toy.

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CAD/CAM

Software Application Accelerates Toolpath Generation

Vero’s Edgecam 2014 R1 CAM software features updates designed to optimize high-precision machining through SolidWorks.

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CAD/CAM Module Manages Mold Design

Missler Software’s TopSolid 7 edition is now applied to TopSolid’Mold, an integrated CAD/CAM module for mold makers as well as tool and die specialists.

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CAM Program Enables Precise Rest Machining

Open Mind Technologies USA will present its high-performance HyperMill CAM software for the mold and die industry.

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CAD/CAM

Software Suited for Tooling Industry Uses

TST Tooling Software Technology, Master North American distributor of VISI CAD/CAM/CAE and VISI-PEPS laser/wire software, and will highlight these offerings.

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Dynamic Motion Moves Past Old Boundaries

The Dynamic Motion option in CNC Software’s Mastercam generates tool paths by following an expansive set of rules that are different from those most CAM software has traditionally followed. The motion of the tool is not defined strictly by boundaries of the area to be machined. Instead, the rules take into consideration not only the area from which metal is to be removed, but also the changing condition of the material throughout the various stages of machining.

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CAD Software Offers Enhancements, Updates

Kubotek USA’s KeyCreator 2014 CAD software offers added customer-driven features and a variety of other enhancements and updates designed to increase productivity and efficiency for everyday modeling tasks.

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