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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Utilizing your CMM Scanner to Gather Points FAST In this tech tip video, Matt shows us how to gather points fast and accurately using a portable CMM scanner with seek and destroy. About QTE Manufacturing Solutions At QTE Manufacturing Solutions, we serve CNC manufacturers in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. Before we make […]
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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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Measuring a Part in Verisurf Part Five: CMM Reporting Welcome to the final installment 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, converted to a CMM plan and took CMM measurements. In this video […]
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Measuring a Part in Verisurf Part Three: Converting to Automated CMM Plan Welcome back to part three of our five-part series on how to measure a part in Verisurf. In parts one and two we created an automated plan for a portable arm and took our arm measurements. In this video Matt shows us the […]
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Measuring a Part in Verisurf Part Two: CMM Arm Measurements Welcome back to part two of our series on how to measure a part in Verisurf. In part one we created an automated plan and in this video, Matt is going to show us how create CMM arm measurements. Coming up next in our series, […]
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Welcome to part one of our five-part series on how to measure a part in Verisurf. In this video, Matt will show you how to create an automated plan for a portable CMM arm. Be sure to follow the rest of our series. In part two we will go over arm measurements. In part three, […]
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In this series, watch as Matt shows us how to measure a part in Verisurf. In part one we discuss an automated plan in manual mode for a portable CMM arm. Part two of the series will go over arm measurements. In part three, we show you how to convert to a CMM plan, followed […]
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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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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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In this tech tip video, watch as our in-house Verisurf expert shows you how to apply datum reference frame in Verisurf. This is helpful when applying to a parts featuring composite tolerance settings. About QTE Manufacturing Solutions At QTE Manufacturing Solutions, we serve CNC manufacturers in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. Before we […]
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Verisurf Help: this tech tip video takes you through the multi construct feature in Verisurf. This feature is perfect for things like bolt hole patterns and typical distances while saving you time and steps when creating your report. New to Verisurf? Check out this brief overview of Verisurf software modules, applications, and functions. Looking for measurement software […]
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Mastercam tabs and toolpaths: this video will show you how to create tabs (M01 stops) in Mastercam Wire and help you transform your toolpaths for other openings. How to Create Tabs and Transform ToolpathsAlready we have our solid model with three openings and we also brought in our generic wire EDM machine. First go to […]
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Are you ready to put together an action plan to ignite your manufacturing business? CAM vendors and manufacturing service experts are here to help. In this tech tip video, our expert will help show you how to avoid collision in Mastercam. Particularly, with your current holder and tool combination. We will do this using the […]
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Many programmers tend to stick with toolpaths they are familiar with for certain geometry. Sometimes those toolpaths lack versatility and might not optimize your tooling or give the desired finished surface. The Equal Scallop toolpath gained some enhancements in Mastercam 2020 that provide more versatility and creative approaches to programming. Deeper parameter control allows for […]
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