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Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) uses computer software and hardware to automate manufacturing processes. CAM is often used in conjunction with computer-aided design (CAD).
 
 

Latest in Computer–aided Manufacturing CAM

Prototype/Manufacture
Lantek Launches EdgeLine Bevel Module
The EdgeLine Bevel module powered by Lantek Expert Cut simplifies programming and streamlines CNC programming of modern TRUMPF cutting machines,...

Design
New Kennametal Tool Library Available for Mastercam
Users can import data for Kennametal’s cutting tools directly into toolpath operations.

Design
Blending Automation and Human Wisdom in CAM
How software and the veteran machinist complement each other.

Prototype/Manufacture
CAMWORKS 2023 Enhancement: What’s New
Current users can contact the company for a demo.

Prototype/Manufacture
2023 Fusion 360 Faro and Romer Arms Add-In Now Released
Customer input drives shop floor reverse engineering and 3D scanning workflow.

Design
OPEN MIND Introduces hyperMILL 2023 CAD/CAM Software Suite
Look for new and enhanced features for simplified numerical code programming in applications ranging from 2.5D machining to 5-axis milling.

Design
Partnership Provides G-Code Simulation Within Mastercam
Simulate the entire machining process with the click of a button.

Prototype/Manufacture
Concepts NREC Moves Beyond Traditional Turbomachinery
Check out Agile Engineering Design System v2023.0 new software releases.

Design
Tap Into Engineering Software Global Market Trajectory and Analytics
Global engineering software (CAD, CAM, CAE, AEC, & EDA) market to reach $55.6 billion by 2027, analysts say.

Prototype/Manufacture
Siemens Releases Solid Edge 2023
Solid Edge’s new look brings a modern update to include intuitive ways of working, greater personalization options and improved...

Prototype/Manufacture
PTC Buys CloudMilling CAM Solution
The acquisition will bring CAM functionality to PTC's software-as-a-service Onshape product development platform, according to PTC.

Prototype/Manufacture
Solidline GmbH Unveils CAMculator
New tool is made for use with HCL CAMWorks for automated part costing and cycle time calculations.

Prototype/Manufacture
Mastercam 2023 Now Released
Customer and Industry Input Drives Multiaxis, Mill-Turn Advancements

Prototype/Manufacture
HCL CAMWorks Debuts ZOLLER Interface in CAMWorks 
The ZOLLER Interface supplies customers with advanced tool database management options.

Prototype/Manufacture
OPEN MIND Buys Majority Stake in MES Manufacturer Hummingbird
The acquisition is designed to enable end-to-end manufacturing processes, OPEN MIND shares.

Design
MecSoft Unveils RhinoCAM 2022 and VisualCAD/CAM 2022
RhinoCAM 2022 is a fully integrated CAM plug-in for Rhino 6 & 7. VisualCAD/CAM 2022 is an independent CAD and CAM solution from MecSoft.

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