FeatureCAM
FeatureCAM is an easy-to-use solution for milling machines, turning and turn/mill centres, and wire electrical discharge machines (EDMs). The automation tools within FeatureCAM help manufacturers reduce programming time, allowing parts to be made faster. The 2017 version includes new programming capabilities for dual-path Swiss-type lathes, the ability to import and view product and manufacturing information directly from a model and access to functionality that allows pre-drilling when using Vortex toolpaths.
PartMaker
PartMaker 2017 enables complex, high-precision part manufacturing with Swiss-type lathes and is now available within the FeatureCAM 2017 Ultimate product tier.
PowerMill
PowerMill 2017 allows users to easily and effectively manufacture complex moulds, dies and other components. This latest version features more efficient 3D offset finishing toolpaths, greater simulation controls and constraint-based logic to optimise non-cutting link moves for safer, more efficient machining. It also provides strategies to create turning routines for use on 5-axis mill-turn machines.
PowerShape
In PowerShape 2017, the design of 3D complex parts is now more effective with accessibility shading to identify areas of a part that cannot be machined with 3-axis machining alone, and a new rib capping tool to allow users of EDM technology to automatically create surfaces in order to stop cutting tools from machining slots that will be produced by EDM. Hundreds of surfaces are created in a single command, saving hours of manual modelling. The PowerShape electrode wizard offers improved EDM hardware integration for shop-floor burning.
PowerInspect
Finally, PowerInspect simplifies the inspection of complex shapes by providing a single solution for a wide range of measuring equipment. It includes support for portable measuring equipment, coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and On Machine Verification (OMV). The ViewCube feature offers specific benefits for visualising inspection results and creating inspection reports.
