Cranes Software Releases eta/DYNAFORM Version 5.7

By DE Editors

Cranes Software announces the latest release of its die analysis solution, eta/DYNAFORM Version 5.7. This release has more than 90 new and enhanced features.

“DYNAFORM’s expanded Die Structural Analysis (DSA) module will surely help to increase manufacturing efficiency and productivity. Within DSA, a scrap shedding and removal function can help prevent line shutdown caused by the failure of scrap to exit the workstation,” said Abraham Keisoglou, head of Cranes Engineering Group.

Also incorporated in the expanded DSA module is the ability to simulate the transfer of metal as it progresses through the manufacturing process and to predict interference between the work-piece and tools from simulated part deformation. Additionally, the module allows the user to simulate operational loads to analyze die structural integrity and generate FEA models of the structure.

Several new and enhanced Pre and Post Processing features are also included in this release. Some examples include a new tonnage prediction function, the ability to free format input into the material library, and an enhanced meshing tool which allows the user better control over small size parts.

DYNAFORM’s AutoSetup feature includes an enhanced function to edit single point constraints (SPCs), which now supports tube symmetry for hydro-forming and also offers automatic calculation of adaptive frequency based on tool travel distance.

Development of the popular blank size engineering (BSE) and die face engineering (DFE) modules has also been advanced. New functions include Quick Unfold, Batch BSE, Batch MSTEP, Sidestep, Double-Attach Tipping, Fillet Mesh, Double Fill, Die Trim, and Addendum Control Profile.

For more information, visit Cranes Software.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.