CATIA Machining

CATIA Machining

CATIA Machining

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About Dassault Systèmes
Dassault Systèmes is a global leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, serving over 100,000 customers in 80 countries. Since 1981, the company has been pioneering the 3D software market, offering a portfolio that includes CATIA, SolidWorks, DELMIA, SIMULIA, ENOVIA, and 3DVIA. These tools support industrial processes and provide a comprehensive 3D vision of product lifecycles from conception to recycling. Dassault Systèmes is publicly traded on Euronext Paris and its ADRs are available on the US OTC market.
CATIA Machining Overview
CATIA Machining is designed to enhance NC programming and machining simulation, significantly reducing manufacturing process time. It features an intuitive interface with contextual menus and selection boxes, allowing for quick and effective training. The PPR model (Product, Process, Resources) integrates all manufacturing data, including parts, machining programs, and production resources. The software supports 64-bit OS, enabling faster computation and management of large NC programs.
Key Features of CATIA Machining
  • Efficient tool-path computing and machining strategy optimization.
  • Integrated environment for machining simulation, including material removal and machine simulation based on ISO-code.
  • Automatic generation of manufacturing documentation.
  • Support for various machining processes, including 2.5-axis, 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis milling, as well as lathe programming.
  • Advanced features like high-speed manufacturing (HSM), 5-axis flank milling, and multi-axis machining with collision avoidance.
Integration and Benefits
CATIA Machining solutions are widely used across industries such as automotive, aerospace, and tooling manufacturing. They offer user-friendly and productive solutions with extensive automation and standardization. The software ensures high-quality surface machining, faster machining times, and collision-free tool paths. It also provides accurate tool path verification and realistic machine simulation, fully integrated into the NC programming environment.
Simulation Capabilities
The software allows for real-time, spatial simulation of machining paths, including machine kinematics. This integration within the PLM architecture enables seamless switching between tool path definition and validation, reducing setup and idle times while ensuring effective machining strategies.
Case Studies and Benefits
  • Pratt & Whitney Canada: Achieved NC programming up to 10 times faster and machining time up to 35% faster.
  • Global glass and tableware manufacturer: Reduced NC programming time by 25-40% and machining time for tool molds by 10%, resulting in significant cost savings.
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Catalog excerpts

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Dassault Systèmes (Head Office) Dassault Systèmes of America Corp. Dassault Systèmes Kabushiki Kaisha 6320 Canoga Avenue Trillium East Tower Woodland Hills, CA91367-2526 USA Tel: +1 818 999 2500 Pier City Shibaura Bldg 10F 3-18-1 Kaigan, Minato-Ku Tokyo 108-0022 JAPAN Tel: +81 3 5442 4011 CATIA Machining Dedicated zone for your graphic band images. About Dassault Systèmes As a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, Dassault Systèmes brings value to more than 100,000 customers in 80 countries. A pioneer in the 3D software market since 1981, Dassault Systèmes develops and markets PLM application software and services that support industrial processes and provide a 3D vision of the entire lifecycle of products from conception to maintenance to recycling. The Dassault Systèmes portfolio consists of CATIA for designing the virtual product - SolidWorks for 3D mechanical design - DELMIA for virtual production - SIMULIA for virtual testing - ENOVIA for global collaborative lifecycle management, and 3DVIA for online 3D lifelike experiences. Dassault Systèmes’ shares are listed on Euronext Paris (#13065, DSY.PA) and Dassault Systèmes’ ADRs may be traded on the US Over-The-Counter (OTC) market (DASTY). For more information, visit http://www.3ds.com. © Dassault Systèmes 2008. CATIA, DELMIA, ENOVIA, SIMULIA, SolidWorks and 3D VIA are registered trademarks of Dassault Systèmes or its subsidiaries in the US and/or other countries. Image courtesy of: Dassault Systèmes, Wook Il Machinery CO. Ltd, JOKAN System, Modular Automation

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Innovative Technologies The tool-path programming interface was specially designed to optimize program operations. CATIA Machining provides the NC programmer with an efficient, easy-to-use and innovative NC programming and machining simulation solution that significantly reduces overall manufacturing process time. Users can learn about machining solutions intuitively. The interface uses contextual menus and selection boxes with sensitive zones and the work environment adapts to each context and work phase. As a result, training time is short and effective, whatever the programmer’s experience....

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Lathe Programming CATIA Machining allows 2-axis and multi-axis lathe programming CATIA Machining facilitates the milling of shaped parts. Our lathe programming solution enables The lathe solution enables programming using: the machining of 3D cylindrical parts by • oughing cycles with different cycles: R combining, in a single program, lathing and milling cycles to drive a lathe equipped with - Part casing a C-axis. As an option, the NC programmer - Parallel outline shaping can manage multi-slide lathe machining - Internal, external, frontal and rear machining centers with multiple turrets and...

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The simulation of tool paths or the ISO code has become a major factor in controlling the machining process before production starts. It helps reduce machine set-up and idle times, while ensuring the implementation of chosen machining strategies. KEY FEATURES: • Native 3D simulation. • Integrated simulation of the ISO code • Emulation of numerical control controller • Easy and accurate collision detection • Synchronized display of ISO code during machine-tool simulation • Simultaneous machine kinematics and material removal simulation • Possibility to compare theoretical parts and machined parts...

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