SmartCAM v2016 features improved KBM library, user interface, milling improvements and more
SmartCAMcnc has released SmartCAM v2016. SmartCAM v2016 delivers an updated Knowledge-Base Machining (KBM) Library, as well as improvements to the user interface and to the core milling functionality.
The SmartCAM computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software family consists of applications for computer-numerical control (CNC) milling, turning, fabrication and wire EDM.
SmartCAM v2016 builds on the KBM Library functionality introduced in SmartCAM v2015. The improved KBM library supports the storing and re-use of tooling and operation settings, increasing the efficiency with which new programs can be created using proven and repeatable processes. This helps to ensure consistent and accurate CNC methodologies are used throughout the manufacturing facility.
The associativity feature of the KBM Library allows jobs that use library definitions to be quickly updated to the most current definitions.
"SmartCAM has always allowed users to manage their tool and operation parameters in a variety of ways to fit their needs. With the improvements to the v2016 KBM Library, that flexibility is still retained, but with the additional benefit of having all manufacturing data stored and managed in a single repository," said Doug Oliver, Senior Product Manager at SmartCAMcnc.
"Additionally, the SmartCAM KBM Library can be easily populated from existing jobs with just a few keystrokes," Douglas continued. "Data stored in the library can be given a group name and associated to materials and machines allowing the data to be quickly filtered and recalled for reuse."
Several improvements to the SmartCAM v2016 user interface have been included to make SmartCAM more intuitive to learn and use. The SmartCAM List View, a key component of the interface, now displays model data in a "tree structure" that is expandable and collapsible. CAD and CAM model elements can now be shown using this hierarchical list, which is convenient for viewing as much or as little detail of the model as needed.
A number of improvements have been made to the SmartCAM mill roughing processes. The Group Pocket process now supports separate pocket and island groups, including support for multi-level nested pockets and islands. Also added to Group Pocket, the Part Offset and Morph-path type options can be used to produce smoothed, continuously tangent toolpaths that are suitable for high speed milling (HSM) techniques.
"All SmartCAM v2016 products benefit from an updated ACIS modeling kernel, and many customer-requested core improvements have been added," said the spokesperson.
Customers wishing for a free, no-obligation trial are encouraged to contact the company by phone or through the website, www.SmartCAMcnc.com.
For more information contact:
SmartCAMcnc
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 220
Springfield, OR 97477
541-344-4563
sales@smartcamcnc.com
www.smartcamcnc.com