Software

Aerospace

A “Shortcut” for Bladed Components

GibbsCAM offers two options designed to simplify the programming of bladed workpieces such as blisks and impellers.

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CAD/CAM

Shop Gains Efficiency through Machinery, Software Pairing

By pairing a multitasking machine with new Esprit CAM software from DP Technology, Von Ruden Manufacturing was able to increase its efficiency and compete with companies of a larger size.

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Job Shop Thrives on Specialized Software

ABEN Machine Products reduced programming times by integrating five-axis machining with GibbsCAM software.

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Software Simplifies ISO Certification

Learn how one manufacturer leveraged its shop management software platform to streamline its ISO certification process.

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Servomotors Simplify Field Maintenance

Siemens offers the second generation of its Simotics 1FK7 servomotors, which are configurable to suit a variety of applications.

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CAD/CAM

CAM Suite Features High-Efficiency Strategy

PartMaker Inc., a division of Delcam Plc., has released PartMaker 2014, featuring Delcam’s Vortex high-efficiency strategy for area clearance.

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CAD/CAM

CAD/CAM Software Streamlines Programming

Version 26 of BobCAD-CAM’s core CAD-CAM software for CNC milling combines existing 2D and 3D machining technology with the company’s Dynamic Machining Strategies (DMS) said to streamline CAM programming.

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Data-Collection Device for Rapid Cycle Environments

Spectrum CNC Technologies offers its WiBox 1.5 machine data collection and bi-directional CNC machine communication device, which the company says is capable of capturing machine signal intervals as small as 1 millisecond, an improvement over its predecessor.

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CAD/CAM

Video: The Value of Machine Simulation

Mastercam’s Machine Simulation feature enables the programmer to see how a multi-axis part program will perform. The virtual representation of the workpiece, cutting tool assembly, workholding fixture, machine spindle and other elements of the machine structure in motion provide a better visualization of possible collisions or interference.

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CAD/CAM

Software Simulates Laying Composites

Spring Technologies’ NCSIMUL Machine 9.1 machining simulation software now offers simulation for laying composite materials with NC machines.

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