Design & Mfg. Software
CAM Automation is a Process, not a Goal
Automated NC programming requires a strategy to yield improved productivity, quality and consistency.
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From Bottleneck to Project Accelerator
Laser scanning provides new inspection options and a faster alternative to CMM for this engineering and mold manufacturing company.
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Minimizing Costly Tooling Issues
Properly reviewing a mold design before manufacture can help avoid new tooling issues.
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Beyond Integration
CAD/CAM integration has reached an entirely new level of value within process planning.
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Diamonds in the Roughing
This mold manufacturer discovered significant time and cost savings in a previously unexplored feature of its CAM software.
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CAD/CAM Upgrades Speed, Simplify Tool Build
A surfacing module and NC template technology are among the software features that help this mold manufacturer unleash the full potential of its equipment and its staff.
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Design Right the First Time
Simulation of both the induction heating and injection molding processes optimizes cycle time and final part results.
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Machining 3D Parts
For most of the 3D machining required in moldmaking, there are essentially seven steps necessary to achieve the desired results in terms of shape, finish and cycle time.
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The Misunderstood Cutter Path
Normal vectors are not always the best choice for milling complex mold surfaces.
Read MoreThe Pellet Enters the Melt Delivery System
Choosing a hot or cold runner system is a decision for the molder and moldmaker that must balance the processing window with budget and time.
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