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Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) uses computer software and hardware to automate manufacturing processes. CAM is often used in conjunction with computer-aided design (CAD).
 
 

Latest in Computer–aided Manufacturing CAM

Prototype/Manufacture
Mastercam 2020 Multiaxis Machining Improves Productivity 
Mastercam Multiaxis offers a wide range of multiaxis machining strategies, both basic and advanced.

Prototype/Manufacture
SolidCAM and Roboris Join to Integrate G-Code Simulation with SolidCAM
Under the agreement, SolidCAM will widen its offer with a new module, powered by the Eureka library.

D3 Technologies Debuts New PowerMill and FeatureCAM Training Courses
Companies can use this technology to accelerate their toolpath calculations and roughing. 

Design
New hyperMILL 2020.1 CAD/CAM Suite Offers 3D and Five-Axis Machining Enhancements
The new version includes key new automation and additive manufacturing strategies.

Prototype/Manufacture
Siemens NX CAM Unveils Updated Capabilities in New Release
The software can accelerate machining, program multiple robots, print color parts and generate production-ready CNC programs using a cloud-based technology.

Design
Hexagon Launches Latest SURFCAM Software with Raft of Enhancements 
There are updates to machining cycles, tombstones and additive machining.

Prototype/Manufacture
CAMWorks Version 2020 Provides CADCAM Tools for Smart Manufacturing
With Version 2020, the CAMWorks Additive Manufacturing module, powered by Materialise, has extended 3D printing functionality to SolidWorks Assemblies.

Simulate
ModuleWorks Unveils 2019.12 CAD/CAM Components
This is the third major release of 2019 and is available now for download from the ModuleWorks website.

Simulate
Latest NCSIMUL Features Three Enhancement Areas
Zoom on specific tool for clear vision of machining process.

Prototype/Manufacture
Mastercam Launches Signature Parts Series for Manufacturing Community
The series was initiated to showcase how Mastercam works throughout the manufacturing process using realistic parts.

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