While most inspection software will use a nominal CAD model during the inspection process for comparison of manufactured features to exact CAD features, Control X can perform a feature-by-feature analysis without utilizing a CAD model. This can come in very handy when a CAD model doesn’t exist for inspection and just a 2D drawing is used. The first step is to import just the mesh file or point cloud into Control X. As a reminder, [...]
About manufacturing tooling Tooling is a general term for components used in various manufacturing processes—including machining, injection molding, extrusion, stamping, casting, as well as workholding jigs, fixtures, and end of arm tooling. A single tooling mechanism may consist of several complex parts or one unique part. Tooling is used widely across all manufacturing processes. Though often created in-house by manufacturers, tooling may be outsourced to a specialty tooling shop when complexity or lead time exceeds [...]
https://cimquesttv.wistia.com/medias/jsxsyl4hup?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 3D Lathe Toolpaths - Mastercam 2021 These enhancements to Lathe open the door to using more advanced tooling options.
Most successful businesses take advantage of legal tax incentives to help lower their operating costs. Did you know that you can immediately deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment and/or software? Section 179 of the IRS tax code lets businesses do just that. Much of the equipment businesses purchased to conform to COVID-19 restrictions will qualify for the Section 179 tax Deduction. Further, eligibility for the Section 179 tax deduction for 2020 is unaffected [...]
https://cimquesttv.wistia.com/medias/1w1ypwqqlt?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Orient a 3D Scan Before CNC Machining Very often when we scan parts, their orientation is not necessarily known. If we want to take this into Mastercam to generate toolpaths, we generally want to square it up.
Siemens, the technology powerhouse in manufacturing, mobility and infrastructure automation, and digitalization, and Nexa3D, the maker of ultrafast polymer production 3D printers, today announced a collaboration designed to bring Nexa3D’s additive manufacturing production systems up to full Industry 4.0 preparedness. This partnership highlights both companies’ strong commitment to help additive manufacturing prepare for Industry 4.0 with innovative collaborations, open architecture, and predictive serviceability. Having worked side by side with automotive, aerospace, medical and industrial customers, [...]
Ultimaker 2+ Connect for Education as well as Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Introducing the Ultimaker 2+ Connect 3D printer, the perfect printer for education and small businesses as the entry model to the Ultimaker ecosystem. Single Extrusion with a build volume of 223 x 220 x 205 mm (8.7 x 8.6 x 8 in) Down to 20 micron (0.001 inch) layer resolution Open filament system, compatible with glass and carbon fiber composites With efficient prototyping [...]
Additive manufacturing is shifting from applications like prototyping and tooling manufacturing to the mass production of end-use parts - a transformation that will revolutionize the world of manufacturing, and one Desktop Metal refers to as “Additive Manufacturing 2.0.” Free Conference November 18, 2020 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST Sign up for a free conference on November 18 to learn how next-generation technologies like binder jetting unlock benefits like generative design, tooling free manufacturing and [...]
