CGTech Ships VERICUT v6.1 for CNC Machine Simulation
 IRVINE, California,
March 23, 2007 - CGTech, with its long history of being an innovator of CNC
simulation and verification software, continues to invest heavily in
software development. As a result, the latest release of VERICUT, Version
6.1, contains a host of improvements--mostly as a result of feedback from
users.
VERICUT 6.1 provides numerous enhancements to the NC Program review mode
such as the ability to replace removed material to the previously cut stock
VERICUT Product/Function Overview
VERICUT is CNC machine simulation, verification and optimization software
that enables users to eliminate the process of manually proving-out NC
programs. It reduces scrap loss and rework. The program also optimizes NC
programs in order to both save time and produce higher quality surface
finish. VERICUT simulates all types of CNC machine tools, including those
from leading manufacturers such as Mazak, Makino, Matsuura, Hermle, DMG,
DIXI, Mori Seiki and Chiron. VERICUT runs standalone, but can also be
integrated with leading CAM systems such as Catia V5, Unigraphics, PTC,
MasterCAM and EdgeCAM.
NC Program Review Integration
In VERICUT 6.1, NC Program Review is now integrated in the main desktop
allowing the user to navigate backwards from the last NC program line
simulated. Error messages and NC program text is highlighted when a
collision on the stock or fixture is selected. Optionally, material can be
replaced while stepping backwards, and then removed again while stepping
forward, giving the ability to easily identify problem areas. Both machine
views and profile views are now active in Review mode, including an optional
tool path line display in the profile view. Additionally, synchronized
subsystem simulation (such as for Mill-Turn and multi-channel controls) can
now be displayed in Review mode.
User Interface Updates
A new logger display shows messages in a scrolling list. Messages are
organized by category. Each category of message can be blanked or displayed
as desired. Selecting an error or warning message in the list highlights the
associated NC program line in the NC program display. The logger display is
a dockable panel and can be located horizontally within the desktop or
outside the desktop. Furthermore, additional VERICUT status lights indicate
activity during simulation.
AUTO-DIFF
AUTO-DIFF Constant Gouge Check can now optionally check for a minimum
amount of excess material relative to the design model. This is typically
used where roughing cuts should leave a specific minimum amount of material
for subsequent machining. AUTO-DIFF profile is improved to give more robust
results on large and complex profiles where the design and cut stock models
are nearly coincident.
Manual Data Input (MDI) Simulation
MDI is significantly enhanced to include axis jog buttons and tool
positioning by graphical picks. This can be especially useful during
planning stages. The simple MDI controls can be used to make sure the
machine will reach all the necessary features of the part. Tool positioning
includes offset values along the tool axis and side of the tool.
Manage Machine and Control Configuration Files
It may be desirable to “lock-down” VERICUT’s machine configurations at
companies with multiple machines and several NC programmers. Encrypted
machine and control files allow the site manager to prevent machine
configurations from being inadvertently modified. Menu features are
reorganized so “project-specific” settings used during NC program simulation
tasks are clearly separated from “machine/control” configuration settings.
Using encrypted machine/control files automatically disables machine/control
configuration menus. If desired, the machine/control Configuration menu can
be completely removed from VERICUT’s main menu bar.
Tool Enhancements
Turning tools with multiple inserts (such as “Flash” tools or other types
of tools with multiple inserts) are now supported--including definition of
multiple driven points. Each insert’s position is checked for valid turning
orientation before it will cut. Cutting limit checking (added in 6.0) is
enhanced to include checking Minimum/Maximum RPM values. A new model choice
automatically creates a milling tool’s gage location at the highest point on
the tool assembly.
CAD/CAM/PLM Interface Updates
VERICUT’s CAD/CAM Interfaces make verifying NC Programs from within the
CAD/CAM/PLM system easy and convenient. Users can verify individual
operations, a series of operations, or a set of complete NC programs. All
stock, fixture, and design geometry is automatically transferred to VERICUT
in the correct orientation, along with the NC program, tooling, machine and
control data and other simulation parameters.
The following CAD/CAM/PLM interface updates have been made in 6.1:
- Unigraphics Interface— merges tools from the UG session with
tools in the template project file’s Tool Library.
- CATV Interface — CATIA V5 users can choose how to apply the
part operation’s machining axis in their VERICUT simulation by selecting
the offset table (Program Zero, Work Offset, etc.) and relationship to
the machine (tool, rotary axis pivot, etc.). CATV allows the user to
select sketch geometry used to define tool shapes in CATIA. This
geometry is then used to create tools in VERICUT. CATIA length units
(inch or millimeter) are now automatically detected and set in the
VERICUT session.
About CGTech
Headquartered in Irvine, California CGTech specializes in numerical
control (NC/CNC) simulation, verification, optimization, and analysis
software technology for manufacturing. Since 1988 CGTech’s product, VERICUT
software, has become the industry standard for simulating CNC machining in
order to detect errors, potential collisions, or areas of inefficiency. With
offices worldwide, VERICUT software is used by companies of all sizes,
universities/trade schools, and government agencies. For more information,
visit the CGTech website at www.cgtech.com.
Image available upon request or on the CGTech FTP site:
ftp://ftp.cgtech.com/Download/VERICUT_MachSim.jpg..
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