Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines are revolutionizing the manufacturing industry by allowing for highly precise and automated production. If you are wanting to know how to implement a new CNC machine in your facility, there are several key steps that you will need to follow to ensure a successful implementation. Step 1: Choose the Right […]
Continue readingWhen it comes to operating an expensive CNC machine, the software used to program and control the machine can be just as important as the hardware itself. Many CNC machine manufacturers offer their own proprietary software for use with their machines. This can be expensive and have limitations in terms of functionality. On the other […]
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Looking for the best CAM software to optimize your manufacturing processes? QTE is a Mastercam reseller with over 35 years of experience. Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software has become an essential tool for modern manufacturers. As a matter of fact, the advent of advanced technology and automation, the manufacturing industry has undergone a significant transformation. CAM […]
Continue readingAbout CIMCO EditCIMCO Edit is a powerful CNC program editor and file transfer software that is used by professionals in the manufacturing industry. It provides a wide range of tools and features that are designed to help users create and edit CNC programs quickly, as well as transfer files to and from their CNC machines. […]
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Mastercam Program Review MethodsBackplot, Verify, Simulation! Which one do I use? When it comes to reviewing your Mastercam programs before running them in the machine, there are many options available. Each option has different pros and cons and price points. This guide will go through the various methods in detail to help you determine your preferred […]
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About Mastercam Mastercam is a computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software that is used to create toolpaths for manufacturing processes. Most often with milling, turning, and wire EDM. It is a powerful tool that allows manufacturers to create complex parts with precision and efficiency. This guide will help you with getting started with Mastercam. The software is […]
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In this tech tip video, Matt and Kyle show us how to create an STL model for machining. This can be used for repair jobs, revision changes, castings and more. In this instance, Matt is going to scan a part that has some weld on it and create an STL from it. Then, Kyle will […]
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Mastercam X+ Setup Sheets and Tool Lists In this tech tip video, Sam shows us setup sheets and tool lists in the X+ add-on for Mastercam. As we all know, communication is key, and these are great tools to make sure everyone in the shop is on the same page. Watch the video below to […]
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In this tech tip video, Sam shows us how to set up a centering (5 axis) vise as a fixture in the X+ add-on for Mastercam. This type of workholding is a little different to set up in X+ than the standard fixed-jaw vise from our last video, and that’s what we are going to […]
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Measuring a Part in Verisurf Part Four: CMM Measurements Welcome back to part four of our five-part series on how to measure a part in Verisurf. In our previous videos we created an automated plan for a portable arm, took our arm measurements and converted to a CMM plan. In this video Matt will run […]
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In this tech tip video, Sam shows us how to setup fixtures in the X+ add-on for Mastercam. X+ has a lot of great features including setup sheets, tool sheets and more, but in this video we’re going to look at how you can use X+ to create and import fixtures for your Mastercam parts. […]
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In this tech tip video, Sam will show you how to set up and install the Mastercam X+ Setup Sheet add-on, as well as go over some of its features. Mastercam X+ has some useful applications that can improve your Mastercam workflow and your shop overall. About Mastercam X+ Setup Sheets X + for Mastercam […]
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Customer Success Story: Dimensional Innovations Creates the World’s Tallest Freestanding 3D Printed Structure Overland Park, Kansas – August 2022 – Dimensional Innovations created a monument for an NFL stadium and the result is the World’s tallest freestanding 3D printed structure. As a matter of fact, the new Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, home to the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders, is the epitome of modern comfort. The 1.8 million square foot, 65,000 seat behemoth was inspired by futuristic luxury vehicles, and its overall impression is one of innovation and modernity. Current team owner Mark Davis, however, wanted to bring along a bit of the past to the Raiders’ new home. He envisioned a memorial to his late father and previous Raiders owner Al Davis that would illustrate the scale of love his father had for his favorite NFL team. That memorial is the Al Davis Memorial Torch, a gargantuan structure of a torch with a shimmering light feature on top to simulate ever-burning flames. The sheer size of the nine-story-tall memorial made manufacturing daunting for the vast majority of shops in the United States. Add in the strict parameters set by the Raiders organization and Manica Architecture, the firm responsible for building the new stadium, and the project became impossible for all but a handful. The memorial had to weigh under […]
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Best CAM Automation Tips & Tricks to Save you Time Ironically, it takes a lot of imagination to automate any process, but any automated process has no intrinsic originality; it is simply a mindless repeating of pre-selected stages. While the process itself should be unimaginative (no one wants their machining to deviate from the plan), […]
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In this tech tip video, Kyle shows us how to use the Mastercam Migration Wizard to migrate Mastercam 2021 to Mastercam 2023. If you’ve ever upgraded to a new version of Mastercam, you may notice that you don’t have all your posts, tool libraries, custom colors & ribbons. This video will show you how to […]
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