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Software, off-line programming, CAM, for metal cutting machine tools
News Release from: Pathtrace Engineering Systems | Subject: CAM software
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 14 October 2004
Edgecam's new intuitive interface
EWith its standardised Microsoft Windows style interface, Edgecam frees the user from learning about and maintaining different systems.
With its standardised Microsoft Windows style interface, Edgecam frees the user from learning about and maintaining different systems, maximising efficiency in producing CNC code The user-friendly "Windows XP style" interface introduced in Edgecam Version 9 can be customised to make Edgecam more intuitive using simple drag-and-drop techniques
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 3 May 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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Redesigned and fully customisable menus and toolbars put frequently used functions at the user's fingertips.
"Our aim is for Edgecam 9 to have the best user interface of any CAM system" says Dave Plater, Development Director at Pathtrace.
The Edgecam window displaying the list of machining instructions has been enhanced for easier navigation and editing.
New options include the ability to group instructions by tool, index or synchronisation point for easier management.
Instructions can be highlighted and renamed, and a search facility allows the user to search long and complex lists, allowing fast and simple re-ordering and rationalisation of machining instructions.
When switching to Manufacture or changing between sequences the geometry selected by each cycle is validated.
New operations with unique dialogs incorporating images and videos provide novice and educational users with a simple and quick introduction to Edgecam and significantly increase usability.
Fly-outs, autohide functions and detachable windows maximise the available screen space.
Using powerful yet easy-to-use customisation tools, the Edgecam user interface can be tailored to individual requirements, resulting in improved workflow and faster programming time.
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