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Sandvik to Acquire CAM Software Company CNC Software

August 26, 2021 · CNC Software will be reported in the Design & Planning Automation division within Sandvik Manufacturing and Machining Solutions.

HCL CAMWorks Releases CAMWorks 2021Plus 

July 22, 2021 · HCL CAMWorks 2021Plus is an integrated CAM system to support Sandvik Coromant’s PrimeTurning.

Sandvik to Buy CAM Software Company Cambrio

July 16, 2021 · By acquiring Cambrio, Sandvik will establish a position in the CAM market that includes toolmaking and general-purpose machining.

Agile Engineering Design System v2021.0 on the Market

June 18, 2021 · Design and manufacture higher performance turbomachinery in less time.

Hexagon Automates 6-axis Production of Heavy Parts

June 15, 2021 · The specialist programming tools provide accurate simulation and generate efficient 6-axis toolpaths to ensure that the advanced machinery can be used for increased productivity, company says.

ESPRIT CAM Improves Productivity for Long-Part Machining

April 20, 2021 · Offset-aware programming of spindle transfers and bar pulls helps manufacturers drive multi-channel CNC machinery with confidence, company says.

MachineWorks 8.3 Release Debuts

April 12, 2021 · MachineWorks’ surface detection capabilities have been upgraded.

CAMWorks Releases New Wire EDM Module with Single Click 

March 16, 2021 · Using the new wire EDM module, even complex two-axis parts, two-axis parts with tapers, and full four-axis wire EDM parts can now be programmed in a single click. 

Mastercam Mill Developments Target Streamlined Manufacturing

March 4, 2021 · Multiaxis features, 3D enhancements and 2D high-speed toolpaths combine with dozens of new enhancements in a software package intended to improve shop floor productivity.

MecSoft Releases VisualCAM 2021 for SOLIDWORKS

March 4, 2021 · VisualCAM 2021 is a plug-in that runs inside SOLIDWORKS DESIGN product.

ITI Sets Up New MBE Consulting Practice

February 9, 2021 · The new model-based enterprise practice offers a full suite of services, including training, consulting and staff augmentation.

Mastercam 2022 Public Beta Released for Global Testing

February 9, 2021 · Manufacturers all over the world can test-drive Mastercam 2022 before it is released.

MecSoft Releases RhinoCAM 2021

January 25, 2021 · This is the latest version of MecSoft’s fully integrated computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) plug-in for Rhino 6 and 7.

OPEN MIND Debuts hyperMILL 2021.1 CAD/CAM Software Suite 

January 19, 2021 · Innovations and enhancements optimize machining tools and molds and more.

JETCAM and Airborne Collaborate on Digital Interface for Automated Kitting

January 5, 2021 · Integration provides data exchange for automated kitting of composite plies.

SmartCAM v2021 Debuts

December 28, 2020 · One major highlight is that Process Model Viewers are optional for all SmartCAM application product families.

Hybrid Program for CNC Machining Training

December 17, 2020 · Goal is to foster development of next-gen high-tech machinists in the U.S.

ESPRIT CAM Collaborates with Alma CAM on Robotics

November 18, 2020 · This solution allows Alma to use the full ESPRIT additive DED cycles.

Hexagon Releases New Machine Simulation Software

November 17, 2020 · Virtual manufacturing software avoids quality issues machining complex parts, reduces time to simulate toolpath adjustments.

3D Systems to Sell Cimatron and GibbsCAM Businesses

November 3, 2020 · Cimatron and GibbsCAM will join a manufacturing portfolio that includes SigmaTEK Systems, a CAD/CAM software provider for the metal fabrication industry.


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