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PolyWorks V12 is now packaged within a single unified MSI file. Plug-ins and the CATIA V5 DLLs are now integrated in the standard MSI file. Therefore, the separate MSI files for plug-ins and CATIA V5 no longer exist.After the release of V12, intermediate V12.0.X versions delivering bug fixes and software enhancements will be packaged within a single executable file. The separate executable files for plug-ins and CATIA V5 no longer exist. The first four menus of IMInspectTM, IMEditTM, IMAlignTM, and IMSurveyTM are now File, Edit, Select, and View. This order is typical to several popular engineering applications.  The File menu has been restructured to offer a common structure to all modules. In each module, only the core functionalities are...

ntelligent Solutions. Save time. hyperMILL® 2011 offers new, intelligent solutions that help enterprises with greater efficiency in manufactoring. 64-bit support: For increased performance and process reliability hyperMILL®’s 64-bit architecture increases the amount of available memory. This improves performance, especially when creating programs for large parts. Calculations in particular are run with additional stability. 64-bit support furthermore provides full use of multi-core processors. Report designer hyperMILL® 2011 allows users to predefine job- and tool-list-based reports for the purpose of analysing and documenting machining jobs. With the new report designer, these reports can be created from scratch to suit individual requirements or company guidelines. Existing reports can also be adapted. Form creation and adaptation are fully menudriven. Machine and removal simulation Integrated...

WorkNC CAM software is the premier automatic CNC software for surface or solid models in mold, die and tooling businesses for 2 to 5-axis CNC programming. WorkNC is used by all western, Japanese and Korean automotive makers and well-known OEMs from a range of other industries. WorkNC is best of breed, complementary CAM software that enhances all design and manufacturing systems by providing the most reliable, efficient, easy-to-program cutter paths, resulting in unmatched productivity and safety.WorkNC\’s 2-axis and 2½-axis strategies are specifically designed for fast machining of support plates and assembly parts. Machining preparation can be carried out on 2D or 3D models created with WorkNC or imported from another system using one of the powerful CAD translators. 3D models...

he new capability is called Flowline Machining. As described by Delcam, it divides a toolpath between a pair of drive curves in a constant number of passes, rather than developing a varying number of passes with a constant stepover. “This approach gives a lower cycle time and superior part surface finish, minimizing wear on the cutter and the machine tool,” according to the developer. Also in Delcam’s 2012 release are several improvements for FeatureCAM, its programming software for 2.5D, 3D and 5-axis machining. FeatureCAM 2012 reportedly includes several enhancements for faster, accurate CAM programming for production machining on lathes, mills and turn/mill machines. Two new program strategies are called “back boring” and “spiral roughing”: back boring allows more parts to...

Highlights of IMOLD V11IMOLD® for SolidWorksCommandManagerIMOLD V11 incorporates context-sensitive toolbar that dynamically updates based on the toolbar you want to access. To toggle the descriptions and size of the buttons, right-click in the CommandManager and select or clear Use Large Buttons with Text.IMOLD SimulatePerform entire mold opening simulation with just a click of a button. Watch the sliders, lifters and ejectors move according to stroke.Moldbase and ComponentsMore 3-Plate and Pin-Point Gate moldbase system added.MBCAbility to add ejectors using IMOLD on moldbases customized in MBC .Thread RepairPerform engineering changes to moldbase size and have the option to automatically repair thread holes.Core/Cavity BuilderA faster surface copy for parts with surfaces > 500.Other EnhancementsOptimize – assign patch faces.License Registration ManagerProduct:IMOLD V11 SP1.0 for...

V6R2012x continues to improve collaborative innovation in heterogeneous environments. Designers can create in real time a single virtual product in V6 made of CATIA V6, CATIA V5, SolidWorks and, new with this release, PTC Pro/Engineer and Siemens NX data. This streamlines the end-to-end design process, enabling users to identify errors earlier and reduce associated costs. Designers using ENOVIA V6 to manage their SolidWorks data benefit from tighter data management integration, making the overall user experience simpler and more productive. These highlights, in conjunction with the xPDM framework announced in June with V6R2012, reinforce the openness of the V6 platform in support of end-to-end design and collaborative business processes. V6R2012x is increasingly being adopted across a broader range of user communities...

DELMIA Robotics Virtual Commissioning (RVC) – The new DELMIA Robotics Virtual Commissioning (RVC) extends DELMIA Robot Task Definition’s ability to simulate and validate a robot program virtually in 3D. It delivers extremely accurate 3D simulations of the robot motion path and cycle time using the robot manufacturer’s own virtual robot controller (VRC) software. Additionally, DELMIA RVC employs the Realistic Robot Simulation II (RRS-II) standard allowing the robot programmer to use the native robot language and a virtual robot teach pendant that works the same way as the physical teach pendant on the shop floor.Automatic Process Generation based on Product Structure DELMIA Process Review (CPV) allows secure access to V6 data via a standard web browser. Once logged into the secure...

CADmeister is a hybrid modeler supporting wire-frame, surface and solid modeling. CADmeister provides a flexible modeling environment free from the difference of data model, including the capability that enables set operations between surface models and solid models.Function overview3 outstanding featuresSeamless interoperability between surface and solid CADmeister enables the creation of a model consisting of wire frame, surface, and solid altogether, without requiring any changes on the operation environment. The set operation of union, subtraction, and intersection is executable not only between the solids, but also between the solids and surfaces. Seamless interoperability between surface and solidFlexible operation mode change between parametric and non-parametric The parametric capability enables easy engineering change, design of a standard part with various nominal dimensions, and...

VERICUT Version 7.1 further improves VERICUT’s user interaction, simulation capabilities, cutting tool creation, and CAD/CAM integration. Additionally, CGTech developer resources have continued to focus on diligent code optimization and over 400 customer-driven enhancements. Project Tree EnhancementsThe Project Tree, first introduced in VERICUT 6.0, continues to be refined to make your VERICUT sessions simple to set up. A shortcut Toolbar has been added to enable you to quickly go to a particular Project Tree branch. You can hold the cursor over the icons to see what branch the icon goes to. Model file names are shown in parentheses for all models that have model files associated with them. Double clicking on NC Programs, or NC Subroutines, displays the appropriate file selection...

Delcam PowerSHAPE – a powerful system of a hybrid 3D modeling for product design complex shapes and for the preparation of CAD-models under production. Combines the tools, frame, surface and solid modeling, with the ability to work with relief and triangulated models. The strongest part PowerSHAPE – this surface modeling and the opportunity to work with any data from all design packages. In contrast to the 3D design packages, this creates an accurate model for the further transfer it into production. PowerSHAPE Pro in addition to the core functionality PowerSHAPE includes a set of tools for designers that includes tools fotorealistiki, morphing and blending of facet models. The hybrid simulation: A hybrid simulation; � Through intelligent cursor geometric constructions are...