Software

CAD/CAM

Delcam for SolidWorks

The company offers its full range of CAM software, including Delcam for SolidWorks as well as the 2010 releases of PowerMill for high-speed and five-axis machining; FeatureCAM for feature-based programming; PartMaker for Swiss-type lathes and turn-mill equipment; and ArtCAM for engraving and routing.    Delcam for SolidWorks marks a new direction for Delcam, the company says.

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CAD/CAM

CNC Machine Simulation and Optimization Software

Vericut 7 CNC machine simulation, verification and optimization software enables users to eliminate manual prove-out of NC programs, the company says.

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CAD/CAM

Software Enhances Productivity in Medical Manufacturing

PartMaker CAD/CAM software version 2010 is designed for CNC mills, lathes, wire EDMs, turn-mill centers and Swiss-type lathes.

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CAD/CAM

Software Saves Time, Prolongs Tool Life

Mastercam's Dynamic Machining is said to create a constantly adapting toolpath that delivers more-consistent cutting conditions and allows use of the entire tool flute length, often eliminating the need for multiple depth cuts.

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Automotive

Video: 3+2 Mold Machining at Eifel

A maker of injection molds for high-appearance-quality parts describes the machine tool, software and strategy this shop uses to apply 3+2 machining.

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Hard Milling Isn’t Just High Speed Machining

Milling complex forms in hardened tool steel involves more than just fast, light cuts, says this maker of medical-related injection molds. Here are some of the ingredients of an effective hard milling process.

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Die/Mold

Another Angle On HSM

The savings in setup time were welcome enough, but this mold maker found that a 3+2 machining center also accelerated its use of high speed machining.

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Cutting Tools

The Progress of a Progressive Die Maker

This shop sees no long-term threat in the reality of lower prices. Machine tool investments related to various die components allow the shop to use skilled labor more efficiently.

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CAD/CAM

Fast Material Removal Software Feature

Gibbs and Associates’ Plunge Rough feature is a user-controlled custom process within GibbsCAM 2010 designed to accommodate inserted plunge-milling tools.

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Computer-Assisted Quoting Software

BottomLine Industrial Software’s Quik Quote computer-assisted quoting (CAQ) software is an Excel worksheet designed to provide an easy, fast and accurate method for quoting projects.

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