Software

Automation

Robots Get Hand-Eye Coordination

Artificial vision, touch and intelligence help collaborative robots cope with the unpredictable.

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CAD/CAM

Siemens' NX Platform Includes CAM, AM and Postprocessing Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software’s NX platform is described as an end-to-end software solution for part manufacturing, powering machining, robot programming, 3D printing and CNC programming.

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CAD/CAM

CAM-Tool Software Supports Simultaneous Five-Axis Machining

CAM-Tool software, available from CGS North America, features an improved simultaneous five-axis conversion function.

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CNC Machine Shop Captures Its Conversations

This shop found a way to make job quoting a better, faster process. The next step was improving shop communication.

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Automation

Small Shop Achieves Logistical Autonomy with MES

A small laser shop depended on its parent company for invoicing while the shop manager had to juggle both orders and manufacturing. Workplan helped the shop become autonomous. 

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CAD/CAM

CNC Software Launches Mastercam 2021 Beta

Participants in the Beta Program will test drive the software before release, providing feedback to help shape the final product.

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Manufacturing Blockchain Adoption Accelerates

A recent partnership exposes more CNC machining businesses to a technology that could automate the front office.

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Automation

VocalZoom's Vibration Sensors Operate, Channel Data Wirelessly

VocalZoom’s autonomous sensors combine contactless, high-resolution vibration sensor technology with built-in data processing and wireless communications for low-cost and fast deployment.

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CAD/CAM

Open Mind's HyperMill 2020.1 Provides Improved Five-Axis Strategies

Open Mind Technologies has introduced HyperMill 2020.1, featuring enhancements to 3D and 5-Axis Machining for complex part manufacturing.

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