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NX CAM 9: Faster CNC programming for setups with multiple parts

 
The new multiple-part programming capability in NX CAM 9 delivers faster programming for setups with multiple parts. For example, our studies conservatively estimate a 4X productivity i…

NX CAM 9 preview: Take precise control over die-mold machining strategies

 
Cut Region Management is one the many new capabilities in NX CAM 9 for die-mold machining. With Cut Region Management, you get precise control over area milling cut regions and machinin…

NX CAM 9: Providing industrial-strength CAM for die/mold machining

NX TM CAM 9 software is available now, and it offers industrial strength CAM for a wide range of industries. If you’re a manufacturer looking for the next level of control and faster CNC progr…

Model Based Enterprise: A look at the future of PLM Manufacturing

Model Based Enterprise: A look at the future of PLM Manufacturing

Siemens PLM Software has understood the value of manufacturers working directly from the 3D model for a long time. The US Department of Defense, National Institute of Science and Technology, and othe…

Pencil Milling Part 2

In this post, I want to explain some of the options for working with Flow Cut.  I find that new users consistently struggle with understanding some of these options.

First up is Max…

Pencil Milling Part 1

“Pencil Milling” is the name given to a machining strategy where a small-diameter ball end mill is used to perform finish milling in small nooks and crannies of a complex mold or die.  The word …

Machining Steep and Non-steep Geometry (Part 2)

In my last post, I showed several wrong ways to machine steep and non-steep geometry.  In this post, I will show a method that is better.

NX CAM can scrutinize a model and determine…

Machining Steep and Non-steep Geometry

Several years ago, I hiked into the Grand Canyon.  I spent a couple of months training my body for the trip.  I loaded up my backpack with 45 lbs. (about 20 kg) of material, and hiked 3-5 m…

The Future of Design and Manufacturing?

The Future of Design and Manufacturing?

Elon Musk and SpaceX believe that there’s a better and faster way to turn ideas in your mind into virtual models and then into real parts. And they’ve integrated various technologies (including NX) i…