IRBCAM 2012-A1 has been released

Mechatronic Engineering Ltd. the developers of IRBCAM are pleased to announce the release of Version 2012-A1. New features in this version are:

* Support for stationary tool on ABB robots. This allows the user to have a fixed spindle and attach the part to the robot. Visit: http://youtu.be/CkHDS0ANqOw

* Support for external rotary axis on Fanuc robots. Visit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9PqPfqVRNc

* External rotary axis tested and verified on Motoman system

* External linear track motion tested and verified on Kuka system

* New 5-axis interpolation function for limiting maximum distance between robot targets (Section 10 in manual).

* New robots (116 robots now in library) and 2 new rotary units added.

This new version can now be downloaded from our download page at www.pacificcadcam.com/download

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IRBCAM now supports Fanuc & Motoman robots

Mechatronic Engineering Ltd. the developers of IRBCAM Robotic CAM interface software are pleased to announce the support of Fanuc and Motoman robots. The recent introduction of the completely re-written IRBCAM Version 2011A has allowed the easy integration of a variety of robots for manufacturing purposes. The Fanuc and Motoman phase of support is now complete. There is now a library of 46 ABB Robots, 20 Kuka robots, 12 Comau Robots, 7 Motoman Robots and 2 Fanuc Robots included with the software. This is an important addition to IRBCAM and it will allow a cost effective manufacturing solution to existing users of Fanuc and Motoman robots.

The new version also includes a Tool Trace option, improvements to G-Code handling and improved offline programming functionality.

Read more at www.irbcam.com

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Automated Finishing via Robotics

In conjuction with Swinburne University, Boeing and ABB, Pacific CAD CAM Solutions is happy to announce a free Robot training workshop to demonstrate Automated Finishing via Robotics. The Workshop will run from August 24th-26th 2011 and will demonstrate the use of SURFCAM, IRBCAM and an ABB robot with spindle attached in a manufacturing enviroment. Registration at http://www.swinburne.edu.au/engineering/ausamrc/robot/ is essential and numbers are limited. Priority will be given to Defence Material Organisation (DMO) approved participants.

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IRBCAM now supports Comau Robots

Mechatronic Engineering Ltd. the developers of IRBCAM Robotic CAM interface software are pleased to announce the support of Comau robots. The recent introduction of the completely re-written IRBCAM Version 2011A has allowed the easy integration of a variety of robots for manufacturing purposes. The Comau phase of support is now complete and there is now a library of 46 ABB Robots, 20 Kuka robots and 12 Comau Robots included in the software. Supporting other types of robots was always on the agenda and demand has increased for robots other than ABB. This is an important addition to IRBCAM and it will allow a cost effective manufacturing solution to existing users of Comau robots.

The new version also includes the ability to lock the 6th axis so that it acts as a 5 axis machine.

Read more at www.irbcam.com

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IRBCAM now supports Kuka Robots

Mechatronic Engineering Ltd. the developers of IRBCAM Robotic CAM interface software are pleased to announce the support of Kuka robots. The recent introduction of the completely re-written IRBCAM Version 2011A has allowed the easy integration of a variety of robots for manufacturing purposes. The Kuka phase of support is now complete and there is a library of 20 Kuka robots included in the software. Supporting other types of robots was always on the agenda and demand has increased for robots other than ABB. This is an important addition to IRBCAM and it will allow a cost effective manufacturing solution to existing users of Kuka robots.

The new version also includes a new Roller Mode with configuration of the 6th axis and  improved support for G-Code.

Read more at www.irbcam.com

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High “Material Removal Rate” Milling Technology to be featured at Haastec 2011

Camarillo, CA  – Surfware, Inc., developers of SURFCAM® CAD/CAM Systems and the patented TRUEMill toolpath technology is pleased to be participating at the HaasTec 2011 Open House. HaasTec will take place at Haas’ headquarters located at 2800 Sturgis Road, Oxnard, California from March 10-12, 10:00am to 4:00pm daily.

“HaasTec is a great venue to let our customers know what can be accomplished with TRUEMill technology for machine shops that require high ‘Material Removal Rate’ milling toolpaths to work with their new and existing Haas CNC machines,” says Alan Diehl, CEO of Surfware. “TRUEMill toolpaths have proven to increase material removal rates in Haas CNC machines in most any material by up to 5 times, increase tool life by up to 10 times while cutting at a depth of 2 times the cutter diameter to achieve decreased cycle times and reduced stress on the machine. In today’s economy, it’s all about increasing your company’s productivity, and the patented TRUEMill toolpath used with Haas CNC machines will drastically reduce cycle times as well as provide productivity gains in even the most difficult to machine materials, such as Titanium, Inconel, and Hard Steels.

“TRUEMill has demonstrated amazing results in machining titanium on our HAAS VF2-SS CNC machine at our Demo Center by removing 4 cubic inches of material per minute with a ½ inch diameter tool while cutting 1 inch deep at 115 ipm in pockets and outside geometries. Drastically reducing cycle times like this for any CNC milled parts are the tangible results our customers are looking for in today’s machining market,” says Diehl. “These spectacular results can now be achieved with TRUEMill toolpaths because the toolpath is controlled and programmed with a user defined Tool Engagement Angle which is the key factor in achieving unsurpassed material removal rates in comparison to any other CAM system on the market today.”

Please visit http://www.HaasCNC.com to learn more about the HaasTec 2011 Open House.

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IRBCAM V2011a Released

IRBCAM has released its latest version of their robotic machining software. It has been completely re-written from the ground up to ensure faster, smoother and simpler operation. It has a new 3d Graphic User Interface and can now utilise the extra memory available on 64 bit systems. Several of the advanced options in the previous version have now been automated making it more user friendly. Some of the new features are:

  • External Axis capability – IRBCAM can automatically generate position and Angle for up to 2 external axes. Linear tracks of any length and rotary tables in any axis can be configured to allow for 6,7 and 8 axis machining of any size objects.
  • Intelligent Tool Roll Angle – the previous version had this fixed. Now it is fixed as long as possible until a reachability issue is found. It then incrementally adjusts the roll angle until a solution is found.
  • CView XY and Z rotation Optimisation – the Optimiser makes it possible to shift the CView co-ordinates or rotate the CView about the Z axis to allow easier setup of the robot ensuring all co-ordinates are reachable.
  • Visible CAD model of Part – you can now add a CAD model of the part you are machining for an acurate graphical representation of the toolpath.
Screenshot of the new interface

See more at www.irbcam.com

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Surfware launches “SURFCAM Tutorials”

SURFCAM Tutorials

Surfware launches “SURFCAM Tutorials” Online Video Library – Press Release February 4, 2011.

Surfware, Inc. is pleased to unveil its latest development in providing SURFCAM Online Training for customers via the new “SURFCAM Tutorials” Online Video library.The new and growing video library of “SURFCAM Tutorials” covers a host of relevant topics for any customer using SURFCAM including Turning, 2-Axis, 3-Axis, Verification, C-Views, to name just a few.

Click the following link to read more about this new support feature on SURFCAM’s website:

http://www.surfware.com/press_releases/surfcam_tutorials_launched.aspx

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