Software

CAD/CAM

Program Integrates CAD and CAM

Open Mind Technologies’ hyperMill 2012 for SolidWorks enables integration of continuous processes from the drawing to the machine.

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Automation

HMI Improves Visualization

Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s GT16 series human machine interface (HMI) is designed to increase mobility, visualization and integration with existing automation solutions portfolios.

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CAD/CAM

CAM Solutions in a Single Platform

TopSolid’Cam 7 from Missler Software is a combined version of the company’s TopSolid’Cam V6 and GOelan V5 programs.

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Native App Provides Shop Insight

Infor Motion Shop Floor for the iPad provides an overview of every production order and job as it moves through the shop.

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Software Release Updates Tuning Capabilities

Galil Motion Control’s GalilSuite revision 1.0 software package is designed for configuring, analyzing and tuning the company’s motion control systems.

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CAD/CAM

Viewer Enables Data Sharing

The PartMaker Viewer, a free utility for viewing and sharing manufacturing and engineering data, is available from the Partmaker division of Delcam.

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CAD/CAM

Software Update Features Revamped Surface Machining Module

PartMaker Inc., a division of Delcam Plc, offers PartMaker version 2013 software for programming CNC mills, lathes, wire EDM, turn-mills and Swiss-type lathes.

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Taking the Long View on Short Runs

Certain jobs require a processing strategy that strikes a balance between the needs of high-volume production and low-quantity toolroom work. Reorganizing material flows and investing in machining centers designed specifically for small lots helped this manufacturer find that middle ground.

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Plant Monitoring System

The EZ Plant monitoring system is designed to enable key personnel to remotely monitor a shop’s production in real time on a smartphone, tablet or PC.

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Shopfloor Management Software Increases Shop Efficiency

The E2 Shop System manufacturing software is designed to help job shops, and make-to-order or contract manufacturers manage the shop floor for improved efficiency, greater flexibility and increased profitability.

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