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News Release from: Delcam | Subject: PowerMill
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 09 September 2004
CADCAM software turns to boat building
Delcam will demonstrate its full range of design to manufacture CADCAM software on Booth 1247 at the IBEX boat building exhibition from 25th to 27th October at the Miami Beach Convention Centre.
Delcam will demonstrate its full range of design to manufacture CADCAM software on Booth 1247 at the IBEX boat building exhibition from 25th to 27th October at the Miami Beach Convention Centre Particular attention will be given to the PowerMill computer-aided manufacturing system
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 13 Apr 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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Delcam's PowerShape CAD software and PowerMill CAM system has made it easier for FlexMax to import data, and quicker to create tooling designs and the toolpaths to cut them.
This is gaining increased acceptance in the marine industry as more and more boat-builders move from traditional manufacturing methods to the use of computer-controlled machining.
PowerMill offers a unique solution for these companies by combining a powerful and flexible range of machining strategies with exceptional ease of use.
The software also offers fast calculation times, comprehensive gouge and collision checking, and integrated simulation so that problems can be corrected on the computer rather than on the machine tool.
PowerMill is particularly renowned for its capabilities in five-axis machining - an essential part of many marine manufacturing operations.
The system incorporates a range of projection machining options that allow complex five-axis operations to be programmed both quickly and easily, while using variable lead and lean angles.
These options are much more efficient and give longer tool life than machining with the cutter always normal to the surface, the only option in some other systems.
Another important option for five-axis machining is swarf machining.
With this technique, cutting is carried out with the side of the tool rather than the tip, so giving smoother surfaces.
It is used for a variety of trimming operations, including finishing of composites, where it gives the ability to undertake the complete operation in a single set-up rather than having to use the multiple set-ups required with three-axis machining.
Five-axis trimming also gives the ability to cut at a fixed angle to the surface and so produce a better appearance on the part. Request a free brochure from Delcam ...
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