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News Release from: Pathtrace Engineering Systems | Subject: EdgeCAM 9.5 CAM software
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 21 February 2005
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Pathtrace is first to provide support for Sandvik's hi-tech Wiper inserts for finish turning - EdgeCAM 9.5 ensures workpiece profile accuracy in any feed direction.
Now the well known versatility of Sandvik Coromant Wiper inserts is even broader, thanks to EdgeCAM 9.5 from Pathtrace Sandvik Coromant is leading the development of these types of high productivity inserts
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 26 Jan 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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By working closely with Sandvik, Pathtrace is first to provide support for hi-tech Wiper inserts for finish turning.
EdgeCAM 9.5 ensures workpiece profile accuracy in any feed direction.
According to Chris Mills, Application Development Manager, of Sandvik Coromant: "Sandvik Coromant's aim is to provide innovative solutions which reduce customers' total production costs.
To fulfil this goal it is essential that we combine optimized products with first class application capabilities.
In this instance, to completely harness the cost reducing features of Wiper technology, it was necessary to develop tailored software.
We are delighted with the co-operation with Pathtrace that now allows easy application of the complex Wiper form for copying operations." David Boucher, Product Development Director of Pathtrace commented: "This project will further extend the benefits of our collaboration with Sandvik Coromant and will ensure our turning solutions continue to lead the field.
Experience has shown us that tooling manufacturers and CAM software developers need to work closely together to ensure customers are able to enjoy the benefits of deploying new tooling technologies with optimized machining strategies." Pathtrace believes that the key to successful manufacturing lies in the effective use of innovative technology and is committed to providing customers with state-of-the-art manufacturing solutions.
EdgeCAM's support for Sandvik Coromant Wiper inserts offers substantial productivity improvements and is a major benefit for many industries.
Customers continue to reap the benefits of the worldwide collaboration between AB Sandvik Coromant, Sweden and Pathtrace, UK.
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