MachineWorks Software sets the standard for CNC Simulation and Verification component software in the industry. More than 60% of CAM developers in the world have integrated MachineWorks technology into their applications and benefited from MachineWorks’ cutting-edge functionality since 1994.
What’s New in MachineWorks? The forthcoming MachineWorks release contains many exciting developments, one of them being the support of cloud-based applications for CNC simulation and verification. This new feature allows networked devices such as mobile phones, tablets, laptops and desktops to visualise MachineWorks simulations running in the cloud. A new geometry query API makes rendering integration much easier for applications. It has been designed to be future-proof and flexible. Customers who use both MachineWorks and Polygonica will benefit from a new API to provide a seamless transition between the toolkits, allowing direct and efficient transfer of geometry and associated data.Real-time gouge detection has been extended to support more machining types, including linear, rotational, arc and B-axis turning and multi-axis wire EDM. Although Rapidcut simulation was already extremely fast, the new multithreaded Rapidcut engine makes it even faster by taking advantage of multi-core CPUs. Where is MachineWorks embedded? Leading CAM software suppliers, CNC Controller and CNC Machine Tool manufacturers from across the world integrate MachineWorks’ industry-proven APIs into their software applications in order to create systems with complex simulation, real-time verification and look ahead collision detection in the full envelope of the machine. Tools up MachineWorks’ Sleeve MachineWorks also provides tools for toolpath optimisation, for healing solids and for easy integration such as MachineWorks Simulator that produces a working prototype within a day and help customers get quickly to market. MachineWorks Support team is there for the customers every step of the way and continue to provide support and innovative solutions throughout the full extent of the partnership, becoming an invaluable asset for the developers using MachineWorks.
Use of MachineWorks MachineWorks functionality offers real-time simulation and verification for any type of CNC machining including kinematics, multi-axis, mill-turn, robotics, Swiss-type turning, Wire EDM, hybrid machining (subtractive + additive manufacturing) with features such as on-the-fly crash and gouge check, target part comparison, material removal and infinite zooming.
We looked forward to FAKUMA 2021 with great anticipation, and then it was over so quickly! SimpaTec, being a competent engineering and software partner for the plastics processing industry, once again was present in Friedrichshafen with its own stand. The focus of the exhibition was set on new approaches and solutions in terms of sustainability, environmental protection, recycling and circular economy. SimpaTec’s contribution to a truly holistic virtual product development and therefore an (…)
During Fakuma 2021, SIGMA Engineering presents the latest release of SIGMASOFT Virtual Molding. It furthermore contains refined prediction of warpage besides numerous enhancements for calculation of multicomponent parts and introduces the new option to analyze compression molding processes. The new SIGMASOFT release allows users an even more accurate prediction and analysis of warpage. At Fakuma (12.-16. October 2021) in Friedrichshafen, Germany, SIGMA Engineering GmbH presents (…)
New computer-aided-manufacturing (CAM) technology has been introduced by ESPRIT CAM, part of Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division that provides manufacturers with the control and flexibility needed to use multi-spindle and multi-channel computer-numerical-control (CNC) machinery for the machining of long parts. More accurate simulation of spindle transfers and bar pulls enables manufacturers to exploit multi-tasking machinery with high productivity program creation of error-free (…)
The reduction of cycle time is an essential condition in every injection molding operation. At the same time, it is important to deliver the required part quality in terms of dimensional stability. SIGMASOFT Virtual Molding with its Autonomous Optimization technology allows comparing multiple scenarios in terms of cooling placement and mold material, to achieve both conditions at the minimum cost per part. The reduction of cycle time is crucial in every injection molding operation. At the (…)
Cutting tool and tooling system specialist Sandvik Coromant has extended the functionality of its InvoMilling software. The latest version of this user-friendly CAD/CAM solution for fast and simple NC programming offers more possibilities when manufacturing gears on universal five-axis machining centers. As of late 2017, the software will also enable customers to produce straight bevel gears and herringbone gears. InvoMilling exploits machine tool kinetics for the effective and flexible (…)
During the third SIGMASOFT International User Meeting at the beginning of November SIGMA Engineering presented the SIGMA Award for the first time. Rewarded projects show a consistent use of SIGMASOFT Virtual Molding to reduce costs or necessary resources significantly. The first winners are GÜNTHER Heisskanaltechnik and Speedturtle. For years SIGMA Engineering GmbH, Aachen, Germany, finds projects at their customers, in which the full potential of modern simulation approaches has been (…)
As well as taking “a major step forward” with technology geared towards helping sheet metal manufacturers implement Industry 4.0 smart factories in its latest version, Radan will now be issuing two new releases a year. “We’re aiming to get the very latest developments to customers as quickly as possible,” says Radan’s Product Manager Olaf Körner. “Starting with Radan 2018 R1, customers needn’t ever be working with software that is more than six months old.” The new release includes a (…)
Trials carried out with Seco Tools show that Vero Software’s powerful, game-changing Waveform Roughing Strategy can save nearly £130,000 on cutting tool costs for 1,000 parts, compared with conventional machining strategies. The results came from trials using a Seco 20mm tool, cutting components from EN24 steel. Vero’s Strategic Partnership Manager, Wesley Tonks, says: “Tool life is dependent on how the tool is implemented within the machining process. We always state the increase in (…)
The new 2017 release of Edgecam introduces a Tombstone module for assembling pre-existing parts on a defined mounting device. A simple dialog window enables users to add pre-machined part files, specifying the positions they are to be mounted on a tombstone or other multi-component work-holding device. Once they are assembled, Edgecam automatically merges and rationalises all machining sequences by tool or index position and optimising the NC output into sub-routines. Edgecam Brand Manager (…)
Vero Software the world’s number one CAM-focused software, has renewed their 17-year long relationship with MachineWorks, and also extended the use of MachineWorks Software throughout its wide product portfolio. In recent years, Vero has acquired a number of leading CAM manufacturers who were existing clients, and already successfully using MachineWorks to drive the CNC simulation with its industry standard verification engine. Products such as PEPS, Alphacam, Edgecam, and Surfcam were (…)
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