And not all those who design in CAD enter design features into CAM to control the machine tools. Without CAM, manufacturers can be on their own when programming machines to make the CAD model. Engineers and designers who use CAM can evaluate designs earlier in the design process to ensure they can be manufactured, thus avoiding product costs and delays. It’s no secret that engineers struggle to create designs that are easy to manufacture while machinists complain about receiving unworkable CAD models.ĬAM software uses the CAD models to generate the toolpaths that drive computer numerically controlled manufacturing machines. Yet, the announcement of SolidWorks CAM, released in October as a SolidWorks 2018 add-on, has created a small buzz in engineering technology circles. With this partnership, we aim to bring more value to end users and equip them with the tools needed for manufacturing in a digitalised world.When the engineering software vendor announced it was moving from integrated CAM to a total CAD/CAM solution industry watchers took note.įor engineers and design companies, it’s not difficult to find integrated computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing technologies. “HCL CAMWorks software is not only vital to machining operations like that of turning methods, but it also plays a major role in helping the wider manufacturing sector adapt to Industry 4.0. For instance, PrimeTurning can deliver a 50 per cent productivity increase, turning flexibility in all directions and greater machine utilisation, reducing time set up and tool changes,” continued Stugbäck.
“This new partnership means that our mutual customers can enjoy the benefits of our technology through an integrated channel, which makes the programming of machining operations more efficient and easier to manage. “Partnering with HCL CAMWorks is vital to ensuring customer satisfaction and helping them to improve efficiency” said Marko Stugbäck, product manager for digital machining business at Sandvik Coromant. Using two multipurpose tools, CoroTurn Prime A-type and B-type, PrimeTurning can deliver greater efficiency and productivity results compared to conventional turning. The PrimeTurning methodology and supporting tools provide what Sandvik calls the first true ‘all-directional turning’ solution, that unlike conventional turning operations, allow machine shops to complete longitudinal (forward and back), facing and profiling operations with a single tool. The new partnership looks to help HCL CAMWorks users efficiently and securely plan PrimeTurning operations and maximise machining productivity. Sandvik Coromant has announced its partnership with HCL Technologies, to integrate its PrimeTurning technology into HCL CAMWorks software.
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