ModuleWorks Releases CAM Components v2009.6
 AACHEN,
Germany, Jul 8, 2009 - ModuleWorks, the leading supplier of CAD/CAM
components for toolpath generation and simulation, has announced the latest
release of its CAM components, version 2009.6. The release offers a wide
range of new features across the product range, further expanding capability
for the different areas of 3-5 Axis toolpath creation and machine
simulation.
The market leading 4 and 5-Axis machining components have been further
refined with new STL machining capability and improvements to the automatic
(tilt) 3-5 Axis conversion strategy which benefits from further automation
and faster performance.
5-Axis STL machining is a relatively new development. Traditionally
5-Axis machining has required the full parametric surface definition;
however this is not always readily available and surface geometry can be
difficult to manipulate. New 5-Axis line projection methods in 2009.6 allow
an undercut toolpath to be generated on an STL mode without using surface
geometry.
New features appear across the product range. The 3-Axis machining now
has Constant Cusp finishing where a single cusp-height value is maintained
across the entire model giving excellent surface finish from a single
strategy. Roughing strategies also see improvements with optimum methods of
entry now applied automatically when approach the stock from outside.
ModuleWorks Simulation now features new techniques to emphasize sharp
edges on the finish component; this is particularly useful with prismatic
components where the individual features can be clearly shown.
David Plater, Technical Director comments “We’re showing some real
innovation with our latest 5-Axis machining. The ability to work with STL is
generating a lot if interest with our partners and we’re already seeing the
technology integrated in a number of CAM solutions. Future releases will see
other applications of the technology with SWARF machining from STL close to
its beta phase.”
About ModuleWorks
ModuleWorks is a software component provider for the CAD/CAM industry.
ModuleWorks’ expertise in 5-Axis simultaneous machining is recognized
throughout the CAM industry and its software components for machining and
simulation are used by more than 50% of the leading CAM vendors. ModuleWorks
5-Axis software has been used to manufacture complex 5-axis parts for more
than 12 years and now has over 4000 users worldwide.
For more information, visit
www.ModuleWorks.com.
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Additional News
Apr 8 - ModuleWorks CAM 2010.3 Released
Feb 10 - Euklid CAD/CAM AG Selects ModuleWorks Simulation Technology
Nov 25 - ModuleWorks v2009.12 to be Debuted at EuroMold
Sep 28 - ModuleWorks to Launch CAM Components v2009.9 at EMO, Milan
Sep 18 - ModuleWorks, Jabez Join to Offer Robot Simulation
Aug 28 - ModuleWorks Acquires HeilTech for 3, 5 Axis Simulation
Jul 8 - ModuleWorks Releases CAM Components v2009.6
Jun 17 - ModuleWorks Initiates 5-Axis Mold, Die Research Project
Jun 4 - SolidCAM, ModuleWorks Celebrate 5 Year Partnership
Apr 9 - ModuleWorks Ships CAM Components v2009.3
Mar 5 - Surfware Selects ModuleWorks for 5-Axis Machining
Jan 28 - ModuleWorks '08 Revenue Up 20%
Nov 13 - Karlo Apro Writes 'Secrets of 5-Axis Machining' Book
Oct 8 - ModuleWorks Ships CAM Components v2008.9
Aug 18 - ModuleWorks Relaunches Website
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