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.
Optimize Your Metal Fab Processes with the Next Gen Machinery and Software
Learn the latest product developments in bending, cutting, pressing, stamping and the software to support these processes.
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.
Even the most sophisticated nesting software won’t eliminate the need to manually finish an edge if the job’s not thought through from start to finish. Follow these three best practices to minimize wasted time and material.
One of the fastest-growing sectors of North American metal manufacturing is laser processing of tubes and profiles. Design software and machines that automatically perform multiple manufacturing steps are making this complicated fabrication process cost-effective for smaller companies.
Hypertherm’s update features enhancements to Production Manager, a web-based module that integrates with EDGE Connect CNC to capture real-time data.
The Velo3D software supports larger models with their corresponding geometries, plus enhanced scheduling to complement the Sapphire XC printer.
Rochester, N.Y.-based manufacturer’s services include machining, metal fabrication, specialty welding, surface preparation and painting.
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