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News Release from: Radan Computational | Subject: Radan 04
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 02 July 2004
Hanover launchpad for CAM software
Radan Computational will be highlighting its "total solutions" concept with the European launch of Radan 04 at the Euroblech 2004 International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition.
Radan Computational will be highlighting its "total solutions" concept with the European launch of Radan 04 on Stand B73 in Hall 12 at the Euroblech 2004 International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition (to be held in Hanover between 26th and 30th October 2004) The latest release of the company's world-leading CAD/CAM software for sheet metal applications provides a comprehensive series of modules covering the complete design-to-manufacturing process
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 18 Feb 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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New enhancements in Radan 04 include the introduction of Radbend CNC, a module that provides press brake users with substantial cost and time savings by converting 3D models or 2D flat product developments into fully tooled and sequenced bend programmes at the touch of a button.
It also incorporates powerful verification routines to test for machine clashes without the need to produce - and potentially scrap - prototype or test parts.
A further new module is Radcontrol, which delivers improved control of drawings, parts and nests by managing user access to the creation, viewing and editing of these files stored in a database.
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Radcontrol also uses web technology to provide a new file browser that enables searches to be made using key part attributes - speeding the identification and location of required files.
A new interface from Radan's CAD system part editor to eQuote, a module within the company's powerful e2i product and process management software, streamlines the compilation of accurate cost estimates directly from product models.
Improved support for profile machines in the new version provides a comprehensive array of lead-in and piercing style options, together with integrated lead-in positioning for reducing cycle times.
Heat build up is also taken into account automatically when determining cutting sequences in Radan 04, ensuring optimum dimensional accuracy and finish quality.
New automatic healing and smoothing capabilities can be applied to imported DXF, DWG or Iges files, as well as to flat developments from 3D models.
In addition, simple new tools allow the use of part pickers, chutes or programme stops to be defined and stored with parts, ready for re-use every time the component is nested.
Likewise, Radan 04 features a comprehensive set of manual tools to complement the software's industry-leading automatic nesting capabilities; allowing the creation or manipulation of nests to achieve ultimate sheet utilisation.
Further improvements in the latest release include: a new interface for defining the order that tools are used; automatic generation of accurate machine cycle times by post-processors; the ability to incorporate and cut "true-type" font profiles; and improved sketching in Radraft, together with clearer on-screen display of parts and tooling - for easier identification of floating scrap and verification of tooling schemes. Request a free brochure from Radan Computational ...
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