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News Release from: Delcam
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 02 June 2006
Improved milling CAM software wins award
A CAM system for high-speed and five-axis machining was the outright winner in the 'Best software' category at the Metalworking Production International Machine Tool Industry Awards.
Delcam has announced that its Powermill CAM system for high-speed and five-axis machining was the outright winner in the 'Best software' category, sponsored by Mori Seiki, at the Metalworking Production International Machine Tool Industry Awards that were held during the recent MACH exhibition The Award was given for the latest release of Powermill, which offers new and improved functionality for roughing and finishing with both three-axis and five-axis machines
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 23 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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The judges comments on Powermill included the following 'Offers speedy programming and optimises production times.' 'Proven product with increased functionality from a leading vendor.' 'Enables speedy programming and optimised machining times' 'Simulation ensures first off is always correct.' Following the award presentation, Peter Dickin of Delcam commented, "We are naturally delighted that our Powermill CAM system has been recognised with such a prestigious award. Request free introductory details about products from Delcam ...
Delcam spends a high percentage of its income on product development and it is a real boost for our development team to see there efforts recognised in this way.".
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