Software

Measurement

Retired Engineer Turns Machinist

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

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Automation

Machine Monitoring Proves Its Worth

These three short case histories document the value of implementing a manufacturing execution system for machine monitoring. In each case, MERLIN hardware and software modules from Memex Automation led to productivity gains and improved overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

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Video from the Machine Operator’s Point of View

Do safety glasses offer an opportunity for wearable technology? This footage was captured while an operator wore glasses equipped with real-time video streaming.

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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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HMI Designed for Wire EDM

The AC Cut human-machine interface (HMI) from GF Machining Solutions provides a common language for the company’s Cut line of wire EDM machines.

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CAD/CAM

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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CAD/CAM

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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CAD/CAM

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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Webinar Explores MTConnect Applications

Mazak will host a June webinar on MTConnect technology.

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