IMTS - Recently released GibbsCAM 2016 to be featured at IMTS, together with 3D Systems' comprehensive line of 3D products and services
IMTS is an ideal opportunity to check out the level of ease and sophistication that GibbsCAM® 2016 software brings to production machining.
MOORPARK, CA - June 1, 2016 - 3D Systems, developer of GibbsCAM® software for programming CNC machine tools, announced today that it will be demonstrating the next generation of its Computer-Aided-Manufacturing software, GibbsCAM 2016, at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), September 12-17, 2016, at McCormick Place, Chicago, in Booth # E-3310.
IMTS is an ideal opportunity to check out the level of ease and sophistication that GibbsCAM® 2016 software brings to production machining. Building on its revolutionary UKM (Universal Kinematic Machine) technology, GibbsCAM 2016 delivers increased efficiency, accelerated programming speed, and enhanced visualization and accuracy for CNC machine programming.
New features and functions for GibbsCAM 2016 highlighted at IMTS include:
Enhanced thread milling, including support for multi-point tools, tapered threads for both single- and multi-point tools, and improved simulation.
The latest VoluMill™ technology, providing new toolpath strategies to optimize high speed roughing of large pockets and slots, open face milling strategies that can decrease cutting time by up to 60%, and Technology Expert integration for ready access to optimal speeds and feeds.
New Oriented Turning capabilities, giving users added control in how tools interact with parts. From using a single tool at multiple B orientations to reorienting tool groups for use on a different spindle to full support of Flash Tooling for multiple-orientation turning tools.
Added toolpath strategies for 5-axis milling, enabling users to define toolpath direction using the natural flow of a surface with the new Flowline option, toolpaths with extended width and length, improved 5-axis drilling, multi-stepped pocket roughing and new gouge checking strategies.
Recognized for its ease of use, GibbsCAM was designed to help users eliminate scrap and reduce cycle times. Close work in tandem with shop owners and shop floor employees crystalized the evolving needs and necessities for helping our customers maximize efficiency, safety and profitability while giving them the freedom to create without limitations and deliver significantly better products than ever before.
GibbsCAM 2016 together with 3D Systems full range of end to end software solutions for manufacturing covering SCAN-DESIGN-PRINT-MANUFACTURE-INSPECT can be seen in booth E-3310 and at the 3D Systems booth highlighting 3D Printing technologies at South Building - S-9119.
Featured Product
T.J. Davies' Retention Knobs
Our retention knobs are manufactured above international standards or to machine builder specifications. Retention knobs are manufactured utilizing AMS-6274/AISI-8620 alloy steel drawn in the United States. Threads are single-pointed on our lathes while manufacturing all other retention knob features to ensure high concentricity. Our process ensures that our threads are balanced (lead in/lead out at 180 degrees.) Each retention knob is carburized (hardened) to 58-62HRC, and case depth is .020-.030. Core hardness 40HRC. Each retention knob is coated utilizing a hot black oxide coating to military specifications. Our retention knobs are 100% covered in black oxide to prevent rust. All retention knob surfaces (not just mating surfaces) have a precision finish of 32 RMA micro or better: ISO grade 6N. Each retention knob is magnetic particle tested and tested at 2.5 times the pulling force of the drawbar. Certifications are maintained for each step in the manufacturing process for traceability.
