CAD/CAM Software
Computer-aided design (CAD) software and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software is used to design and manufacture prototype parts, finished products, and production runs. An integrated CAD/CAM system uses CAD software to design models and assemblies of a product and interface with CAM software that references and applies those models and assemblies created in the CAD software to program specific manufacturing processes, perform functional simulation that optimizes each process step, then drive the machine tools used to produce physical parts from the product designs.
The Rise of the Digital Prototype
Sky-high material costs and skill shortages highlight the need for virtual prototyping.
Sky-high material costs and skill shortages highlight the need for virtual prototyping.
Enterprise Resource Planning systems help job shops overcome challenges with hiring and supply chain by tracking job costs in real time.
Learn the latest product developments in bending, cutting, pressing, stamping and the software to support these processes.
By implementing intelligent toolpath strategies, one company was able to reduce cycle time for one part from 40 minutes to 10-to-15 minutes by achieving a full depth of cut, increasing feeds and speeds, and normalizing the load on the tool. How low can you go with these solutions?
Curating a variety of technologies on the shop floor gives manufacturers a range of capabilities to meet customer demands – here’s how to overcome complications when dealing with different programming, operating, maintenance, and parts for a mix of machine brands.
Driven by customer input, STRIKER CAD/CAM 2023 the company’s most innovative release ever delivering enhancements to existing features, and introducing new technology.
All courses include step-by-step instructions and coordinating videos so that each step is demonstrated for all types of learners.
Hypertherm’s update features enhancements to Production Manager, a web-based module that integrates with EDGE Connect CNC to capture real-time data.
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