Software

Aerospace

Let the Tool Path Help the Tool

A cutting tool supplier works in CAM software to create processes that extend tool life and improve performance.

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CAD/CAM

Software Upgrade Features Dynamic Milling Techniques

Mastercam X5 from CNC Software features dynamic milling techniques, multi-axis machining, smart hybrid finishing and more.

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CAD/CAM

Software Update Includes Faster Toolpath Creation Time

Available from Planit, Edgecam’s software update, Edgecam 2011 R1, bundles a range of milling functionalities into one special “composite” feature designed to optimize roughing and reduce tool changes.

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Enhanced Cost Estimating Software

MTI Systems’ Costimator version 11.0 is designed to improve user experience, productivity, speed and accuracy.

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Factory Monitoring Software

The Freedom eWARE software suite from Mag’s e-tekx software group is an all-encompassing manufacturing data reporting platform designed to provide performance, utilization and availability feedback from any industrial asset on the plant floor.

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CAD/CAM

Toolpath Engine Benefits Extend Beyond Cycle Time

Available from Celeritive Technologies, VoluMill is a plug-in toolpath engine designed to maintain a constant load on the cutting tool and enable machines to operate at peak efficiency. However, as the experience of this firearms manufacturer demonstrates, its benefits extend beyond improved cycle time, tool life and metal removal rates.

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Die/Mold

The Case for Software-as-a-Service ERP

The owner of a die manufacturing business describes why he prefers to subscribe to ERP software rather than buying it.

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Turning Machines

Milling, Turning Machine Line Supports Versatility

This shop relies almost exclusively on Milltronics machines for its milling and turning operations. The machines’ easy-to-use, conversational control, reliability and capacity for tight tolerances help support the versatility the shop needs to stay competitive.

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Five-Axis

CAM Features Facilitate Five-Axis “Hog-Outs”

A point of pride for this shop is its ability to take on projects others wouldn’t touch. Recently, capabilities within Mastercam CAM software enabled the company to overcome challenges with a difficult aerospace component and, more significantly, to bring in new, similar work.

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User-Friendly CNC Control

Milltronics’ 8200 CNC control is built upon a real-time Linux-based kernel, TRLinux Pro.

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