CAD/CAM

CAD/CAM

Why Using Pirated Software is Riskier Than Ever

Machine shops and manufacturers that use pirated software risk losing much more – both directly and indirectly.
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CAD/CAM

Hexagon’s Surfcam 2021 Connects Directly to Advanced Machining Simulation

Direct link gives manufacturers greater control over manufacturing process by delivering a more accurate, detailed picture of each machining operation from start to finish.

CAD/CAM

Helpful, Free CAD Model for Those Who Machine DOM Tubing

This machine shop 3D prints a plastic plug that it inserts into the end of tubing to prevent chips and coolant from entering the lathe's bar feeder. It offers a free CAD model of it for other shops machining that material.
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CAD/CAM

HyperMill Software Improves Tool Paths

Open Mind’s hyperMill CAD/CAM software improves tool paths.

Automation & Robots

Mastercam 2021 Designed to Increase Productivity

Mastercam 2021 improves automation, efficiency, connectivity and precision.

Cutting Tools

Automatically Optimize Your CNC Machining Feed Rates

New feed-rate-optimization technology can enable CAM programmers to reduce cycle times and increase tool life for milling and turning operations.
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CAD/CAM

DP Technology Releases Updated Esprit CAM Software

DP Technology, the parent company of the Esprit CAM system, introduces an array of software updates for 2020, including those for Swiss-type lathes.

CAD/CAM

TDM System's Global Line 2019 Aims to Meet Shops' Software Needs

TDM Shopfloor Manager enables comprehensive workflow management, incorporating booking functions and interfaces for crib systems, presetting devices and machines as well as for high-level systems such as MES, FMS and ERP.

NEWS

Hexagon Hires New Alphacam Applications Engineer

Lisa Cameron The Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence Production Software business has hired new applications engineer Lisa Cameron to support customers of the Alphacam computer-aided-manufacturing (CAM) solution for metal, stone and wood.

CAD/CAM

Camplete’s TurnMill V9 Uses Advanced 3D Rendering Technology

TurnMill software suite includes everything needed to simulate and verify complex programs in an intuitive 3D environment.