CAD/CAM

CAD/CAM

HCL CAMWorks Software Features Machine-Aware Programming

HCL CAMWorks is now integrated with 3DExperience Solidworks, facilitating data management and cross-discipline collaboration in the cloud.

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Basics

Blueprints to Chips: CAD/CAM Tips and Tricks

This collection of articles delves into the latest CAD/CAM innovations, from AI-driven automation and optimized tool paths to the impact of digital twins and system requirements.

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Medical

Five-Axis CAM Strategies Cut Cycle Time for Two Shops

After being acquired by the same parent company, two shops found that working together and sharing knowledge improved both of their bottom lines.

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CAD/CAM

Mastercam Expands CAM Ecosystem With Acquisitions

Sandvik announces Mastercam’s acquisition of Barefoot CNC, CAD/CAM Solutions, CamTech Engineering Services and CIMCO.

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CAD/CAM

Open Mind AM Software Feature Streamlines Tool Path Generation

HyperMill Additive Manufacturing is designed to provide efficient hybrid processing with simultaneous additive and subtractive processing on one machine.

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Turning the Corner on Virtual Machining and Simulation

Simulation software’s effectiveness comes down to proper implementation and alignment with shop priorities. 

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CAD/CAM

Advanced Tool Paths, Simple Implementation

Programming advanced tool paths used to be a complex, time-consuming task. Canned cycles in CAM software have now made them more accessible than ever.

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CAD/CAM

Mastercam Announces Leadership Transition, Acquires FASTech Inc.

Russ Bukowski has been appointed to the position of interim president.

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CAD/CAM

SmartCAM Software Update Increases User Efficiency

SmartCAM v2025’s user interface and display features are said to improve the programmer’s efficiency and accuracy in the CNC program development process.

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CAD/CAM

Cutting Part Programming Times Through AI

CAM Assist cuts repetition from part programming — early users say it cuts tribal knowledge and could be a useful tool for training new programmers.

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