Software

NIMS, Immerse2Learn Release Manufacturing Education Package to Schools

The package contains learning resources and software from CAD/CAM developers.

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Manufacturing Data Gathering, Contextualizing Software

System Insights has launched Vimana Enrich, a software solution that simplifies the capture and integration of relevant data from the shop floor and business systems and adds context to the manufacturing process without increasing time and cost for programming and systems integration.

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When It Comes to Cybersecurity, Be Scared, but Be Prepared

Warnings about threats to internet-enabled networks in manufacturing plants should be taken seriously without giving in to alarmist overreactions. The risks are real, but manageable, while the benefits are too compelling to forego.

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CAD/CAM

CAM Simulation Software Speeds Turning-to-Milling Turnaround

Spring Technologies offers the latest version (2017) of its flagship software NCSIMUL Solutions and the NCSIMUL 4CAM add-on module.

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Platform as a Service Bundles IoT Services for Manufacturers

Siemens has made an initial release of its MindSphere – Siemens Cloud for Industry, a key element of the company’s Digital Enterprise software suite.

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CAD/CAM

CAM Software Offers Chip Break Settings for Machining Stringy Metals

CNC Software Inc.’s Mastercam 2018 offers several new features and improvements.

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Data-Driven Manufacturing: Retrofit Your Machines

The Fraunhofer Institute has developed a retrofit solution to upgrade production systems with network capability, enabling users of older machines to reap the benefits of data-driven manufacturing.

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Machine Software Speeds 3D Contouring

Makino introduces SGI.5, the latest version of its Super Geometric Intelligence software for high-feed-rate, tight-tolerance machining of complex, three-dimensional contoured shapes.

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Hexagon Acquires Vendor, Integrator of Production Manufacturing Software, Hardware

FASys Industrie-EDV-Systeme GmbH is based in Germany, but its acquisition is intended to expand its global reach.

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MC Machinery Systems Officially Opens New Headquarters

Last week, MC Machinery Systems Inc. officially opened its new, larger headquarters in Elk Grove Village. Cynthia Kushtush from sister publication Moldmaking Technology was there to cover it. Here is a small sampling of what she saw.

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