CAM Technology Provides End-to-End Integration
February 1, 2014
Geometric has launched the 2014 version of its solids-based CNC programming technology, CAMWorks. "With the addition of G-code simulation, CAMWorks offers fully integrated end-to-end technology from the initial part design, to creating a CNC program, to full machine simulation," said a company spokesperson. Along with support for SolidWorks 2014, CAMWorks 2014 is designed to accelerate design-to-part time.
According to the company, enhancements include:
- Turn feature definition enhancement: Turn profiles are now fully associated with the model they are extracted from. This makes them fully associative to the sketches, making program changes quick and efficient. Another addition that is particularly beneficial in mill-turn operations is the selection of turn profiles by specifying the angle at which the profile has to be extracted.
- Toolpath simulation for an effective review: The tool vectors for the toolpaths can be viewed during step-through simulation, making it easier to review 5-axis toolpaths. In addition, users can use a Work in Process (WIP) model as a start-up stock when simulating sections of a toolpath, shortening the review time.
- Increased automation in CNC programming: Addition of 39 APIs to the current suite that can help reduce repetitive activities and provide a solid foundation for users who want to customize or automate their systems to accelerate CNC programming output.
- Sub-spindle operations simplified: Increased flexibility in the sub-spindle operations with the addition of more pre-programmed routines that are configurable to users' needs.
CAMWorks has also introduced CAMWorksView App. This free app allows the users to view, review and annotate 3D WIP models and assemblies, tool paths and relevant operation data on the go anywhere from the shop floor to the design room without the need of an additional CAMWorks license. CAMWorksView is a high performance 3D CAM data viewer for iPad/iPhone/iPod.
Additionally, CAMWorks 2014 now provides Mori-APT CL code for the DMG MORI series of mill, turn and mill-turn machines: NMV Series, NH(X) Series, NV(X) Series, NL(X) Series and NT Series. The APT-CL code from CAMWorks is certified to drive DMG MORI machines using Manufacturing Suite Post Processor, eliminating the need for custom post-processors. The Manufacturing Suite is available from DMG MORI and the Mori-APT CL output add-in is available from Geometric.
For more information contact:
Geometric Americas, Inc.
15974 N 77th Street, Ste. #103
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
480-367-0132
www.geometricglobal.com/products
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