Software

Laser & Waterjet

CAD/CAM, Nesting Software Optimized for Laser, Waterjet Cutting

Esab has released version 1.3 of its Columbus CAD/CAM programming and nesting software optimized for plasma, oxy-fuel, laser and waterjet cutting.

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Automation

FANUC Expands in North, South America

A series of facility expansions and relocations are scheduled to complete by July 2016.

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Laser & Waterjet

Control Software Eases Laser Drilling of Shaped Holes

Prima Power Laserdyne’s ShapeSoft, a feature of the SP94P control for its multi-axis fiber laser systems, simplifies the creation of programs for producing cone, oblique cone, fan, racetrack and a variety of shaped holes.

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CAD/CAM

Vero Software Appoints Sales Director, Latin America

Jessica Woodall has served as Alphacam Director of Sales and Services for the Americas for 16 years.

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Measurement

Scannable Code Promotes Sharing of Cutting Tool Info in a Data-Driven Mfg. Environment

Learn how a dot matrix code on the body of a toolholder enables critical information about the cutting tool to be captured, moved about the factory safely and updated promptly on a central database.

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CAD/CAM

A Big Picture Look at Simulation

Utley's Inc. Co. needed a robust solution to verify machining programs for stringent quality and scheduling requirements. Implementing NCSIMUL Machine from Spring Technologies helped reduce crashes and increase tool longevity.

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Getting Started with Machine Monitoring

This shop’s successful entry into machine monitoring reveals important points about what to do and what to expect.

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CAD/CAM

Ballnose Alternative Shines in Five-Axis Finishing

Large cutting edge radii facilitate higher-stepover passes that improve surface finish and reduce cycle time.

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Valid Data Demanded

The only way to make quick evaluations in near real time and reliably communicate the results is by recording valid data with Cyber-physical systems (CPS).

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Improving a Popular Mill-Turn Control

Gear hobbing capabilities, enhanced graphics and the ability to perform interpolation turning have been added to this well-known mill-turn control.

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