PartMaker's New Full Machine Simulation Module to be Unveiled at IMTS 2006
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PartMaker's newest full machine simulation based on actual machine solid models provides more realistic verification and improved collision detection
Fort Washington, PA - PartMaker Software/IMCS Inc. will unveil a preview of its latest version of PartMaker Software for programming CNC Mills, Lathes, WireEDM, Turn-Mill Centers and Swiss-type lathes at IMTS 2006 in Chicago, IL. This newest version of PartMaker will feature a new full machine simulation module which allows the user to view a photo realistic 3D model of the machine for which they are programming a part.
This new simulation module will provide improved error checking and collision detection to PartMaker users by allowing them to perform an even more robust machining simulation than currently offered in PartMaker. The machine model being simulated incorporates machine specific tool holders and attachments to assure that any possible collisions that could occur on the machine will be detected off-line on the user's PC. The ability to detect such problems off-line is beneficial for CNC programmers and machinists because it means they will have to spend less time in setting up new jobs and performing dry runs to assure there are no collisions on the machine.
"The ability to simulate machining of a programmed part using a true machine model off-line will allow PartMaker users to turn their Windows desktop into a 'virtual machine'," according to Hanan Fishman, the company's Vice President. "Such accurate machine simulation will give the user unprecedented confidence that the program they generate off-line with PartMaker will work flawlessly on the machine."
The IMTS 2006 show will be the first time this new functionality will be demonstrated.
Additionally, visitors to the PartMaker booth D-3106 at IMTS 2006 will be able to get a preview of PartMaker Version 8 which features a vast array of enhanced functionality to previous versions of the software.
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PartMaker is a Knowledge Based Machining system, allowing it to provide a substantial gain in programming efficiency by remembering the tools, material and process information necessary to machine individual part features. PartMaker thus relieves the user from reentering the same features information for subsequent parts. It also improves productivity by placing the emphasis on tool management functions. The software supports the full range of CNC applications including CNC Mills, Lathes, Wire EDMs, multi-tasking Turn-Mill Centers and CNC Swiss-type lathes.
PartMaker pioneered a Visual Programming Approach for programming multi-axis lathes with live tooling, a system for which it holds two U.S. patents. PartMaker assures quicker learning and easier use. It makes an extensive use of pictures to help the user describe tools, part features and machining data. Synchronization of tools working on multiple spindles is achieved by a few mouse clicks.
Press Contact:
Hanan Fishman
PartMaker Software/IMCS Inc
Phone: (215) 643-5077 ext 204
Fax:(215) 653-0105
