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February 2019
New Mastercam Tool Libraries
Mastercam recently announced that Harvey Tool and Helical Solutions’ tool libraries are now available to Mastercam users on Mastercam’s Tech Exchange site. These libraries, optimized for all supported Mastercam versions, contain all the end mill options that can be found in Harvey Tool and Helical Solutions most recent catalogs, totaling to more than 15,000 tools now available for Mastercam users to import.
Readily available, comprehensive tool libraries […]
January 2019
Exploring the New Formlabs Elastic Resin
Formlabs recently announced their latest material – Elastic Resin and this article will take a closer look at it. Soft silicone and urethane parts are typically produced through moldmaking.
These materials must be both highly elastic and strong. 3D printing them was once only possible on expensive industrial machine, but with Elastic Resin, companies can now […]
Mastercam Announces New Post Processor
Mastercam recently announced the release of a new post processor developed with the technical expertise of Siemens CNC engineers. Introducing a 3- and 4-axis post processor for Mastercam Mill that supports the SINUMERIK 808D Control.
Mastercam’s 3-Axis and 4-Axis MILL POST PROCESSOR for the SINUMERIK® 808D Control adds the power of Mastercam to the capability of this popular machine. This post processor package includes:
- CYCLE 832 Support […]
What’s New in Netfabb 2019
Netfabb® 2019 brings updates to two of the most powerful Netfabb features, simulation and latticing, in addition to cloud storage, new machine workspaces and new support actions.
Multi-scale cloud simulation
Small scale and part scale metal powder bed process simulation with the compute power of the cloud.
Latticing
Access to Netfabb manual latticing is now available at the premium tier with a […]
How Does Additive Manufacturing Improve Product Development
Join us today for a webinar hosted by HP to learn how Additive Manufacturing improves product development. Some of the topics covered will include:
- How AM speeds the innovation cycle
- How to reduce & control tooling expenditures using AM
- What use cases are appropriate for combined AM & traditional manufacturing processes
- Strategies to accelerate AM adoption benefits
- How a traditional manufacturer is using AM in their facility today
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Mastercam 2019 Mill-Turn Improvements
Mastercam 2019 Mill-Turn makes machining on today’s high-powered turning centers and full-function machining centers simpler and easier than ever before. Machines that eliminate multiple setups, manual part handling, redundant fixturing, and reduce idle time can boost production and maximize profitability.
Adjust Tool Projection
After loading tools, you now have the ability to adjust the tool’s projection length by dragging the tool in the graphics window. Mastercam will display the […]