Using multiple software systems to manage cutting tool data and toolholder assembly models is both time-consuming and error-prone. California-based software developer CGTech now offers a connection with Siemens' Teamcenter software as part of its toolpath simulation software, VERICUT.
Siemens PLM Software is a provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services. Its Teamcenter digital lifecycle management software is used across aerospace, automotive, medical and other industries. Its NX software is an integrated solution for computer-aided design, manufacturing and engineering (CAD/CAM/CAE).
NX users can click, connect and import files directly from NX. "Oftentimes the most labor-intensive part of toolpath verification is modeling the various cutting tools and assemblies," said Jeff Voegele, VERICUT Product Specialist at CGTech. "This is especially true with the large, complex machining work common with NX users, where 30 to 40 tools in a single job is not unusual. Because we now connect directly to Teamcenter, it is easy to search for individual tools within the PLM system or NX project files, and then read them into VERICUT accordingly, either individually or as a group."
"The Teamcenter integration works seamlessly with MRL," explained Voegele. "Users will not be tempted to model toolholder assemblies that are `close enough' in an effort to save time, or be concerned about different models floating around outside the PLM system. There is a commonality and standardization for all of a shop's cutting tools."
Also, VERICUT customers migrating their CAM systems to NX and Teamcenter can use their existing models, importing them directly into Teamcenter, or download them from such sources as Tools United, MachiningCloud or the tool vendor's website, thus creating a master library within the PLM system and one version of the truth.
"Siemens PLM Software is enthusiastic about the collaboration with CGTech. This agreement is another important step in the development of an integrated solution that will provide added value to our mutual customers," said Corsin Buerer, Head of Production and Quality Products, Siemens PLM Software.
For more information contact:
CGTech
9000 Research Drive
Irvine, CA 92618
949-753-1050
info@cgtech.com
www.cgtech.com
Siemens PLM
5800 Granite Parkway, Suite 600
Plano, TX 75024
800-498-5351
www.siemens.com/plm