| Machining Chain-Free Toolpath Creation Toolpath start and end points are set graphically, never requiring you to chain or "break" geometry. Toolpath Start-Point and End-Point Editing Dynamically adjust the start or end point of tool-path without creating special geometry. Editable Toolpath Reload toolpath into connected geometry. Create a new contour operation by selecting cutter side center to reload the toolpath into a different operation. Transform Toolpath Duplicate and translate, rotate or mirror the toolpath. Adjustable Feed Rates Modify the feed rate anywhere on the toolpath. Utility markers provide complete control and accuracy. Freehand Machining Create freehand shapes easily for rough geometry and roughing operations. Material Library Calculate speed and feed rates using stored user-defined information on the cutting conditions for various types of materials. Operation Lists Easily rearrange the order of machining operations or access individual operations for modification through a graphical, object-oriented interface. Optimized Operation Order Automatically sort all machining operations into an optimized order that minimizes tool changes. Advanced Machining Advanced machining capabilities, such as zig-zag contour, trochoidal, and others, are included. Material-Only Rest Machining Face milling, contour, and pocket cycles automatically adjust to pre-machined features and odd shaped stock to eliminate cutting air. Multiple Process Programming Simultaneously program the same geometry with multiple processes, such as roughing, semi-roughing and finishing or multi-tool hole processes. Automatic Reprogramming Automatically reprocess and update operations with full associativity to reflect changes made to geometry, tools or process information. |