Overview

Edgecam Mill/Turn is a comprehensive Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) solution designed to streamline the programming and simulation of complex multi-task machine tools. It integrates turning and milling operations within a single environment, accommodating advanced machine features such as twin spindles, twin turrets, sub-spindles, and C, Y, and B-axis machining. This integration simplifies the programming process, enhances efficiency, and reduces the risk of errors in the manufacturing workflow.

Features and Capabilities

• Unified Machining Environment: Consolidates turning and milling operations into a single interface, facilitating seamless programming and reducing the need for multiple software platforms.
• Comprehensive Simulation: Offers full machine tool and toolpath simulation, enabling users to visualize and verify machining processes before actual production.
• Collision Detection: Performs thorough collision checking on component parts, minimizing the risk of toolpath errors and potential damage during machining.
• Support for Advanced Machine Features: Accommodates complex machine configurations, including twin spindles, twin turrets, pickoff spindles, and C, Y, and B-axis machining, enhancing flexibility and capability in manufacturing processes.
• Cycle Time Reduction: Assists in reducing component cycle times by optimizing toolpaths and machining strategies, leading to increased productivity.
• Graphical Toolpath Verification: Enables graphical simulation of toolpaths, allowing for the identification and correction of potential issues before actual machining, thereby reducing machine tool prove-out time.
• Advanced Cutting Technologies: Utilizes the latest cutting technologies and machine cycles, including 4 and 5-axis simultaneous milling options, to meet the demands of various industries.
• Multi-Axis Machining Support: Provides support for 4 and 5-axis simultaneous milling, offering greater flexibility and capabilities not available with other machine configurations.
• Tailstock and Steady Rest Integration: Integrates tailstocks and steady rests into the simulation, ensuring that parts are fully tested before reaching the actual machine, thereby enhancing process reliability.
• Comprehensive Toolpath Generation: Offers sophisticated toolpath generation for both turning and milling operations, ensuring efficient and accurate machining processes.