When the same post-processor is executed independently by different users on a LAN, the post can be configured to display the user name along with the other startup information included at the beginning of the NC program. To do so, the following lines can be inserted in the Machine Startup Macro of the post: $$ [...]
Filleting inserts tangential circular or helical moves between consecutive linear motions in the CL data while in diameter compensation. The inserted fillets (circles or helices) are always in the plane of the compensation. If the inserted fillet end points are in different planes, then the generated move is a helical interpolation, otherwise it is circular. [...]
All floating licenses provided by ICAM are issued for a particular maximum user count. This number represents the maximum number of individual client workstations that can request a license from the license server. If the maximum user count is exceeded, the license server will refuse the license request. For example, if your license has a [...]
To setup CAM-POST to run within your CAM system, you must do one of the following, in Windows, go to: Start > Programs > ICAM Productivity Tools V20 > Setup > Kits: This utility allows you to define the current version of CAM-POST and indicate the locati on of the default ICAM database. You can [...]
Some machines offer a WIPS (Wireless Intuitive Probe System) option, allowing for the automatic tool calibration and setup of length and diameter offsets. This function is usually activated by a subprogram call (example: G65 P9023 T##). In order support this option in Mastercam, two actions are required: The first consists in customizing Mastercam to [...]
How to display the total cycle time at the beginning of a program It is a common practice for most NC programmers to include a series of comments at the beginning of all programs. These comments are used to provide useful information such as the part and program name, the date and time, the name [...]
Fanuc controls provide modal G codes that control where the tool ends up following a cycle. The G98 code causes the tool to return to the initial level after each canned cycle operation; the G99 code causes the tool to return to the R-point level after each canned cycle operation. NC programmers generally have a [...]
Machining tool paths are divided to cutting and positioning (i.e., rapid) paths. Positioning paths are non-cutting motions that must be minimized to increase machining efficiency. Path planning for multi-axis positioning motions is a challenging task. Programmers need to spend a lot of effort to adjust positioning motions in the CAM systems and later verify them [...]
ICAM's Manufacturing Extractor is an advanced tool allowing users to automatically pass information from the CAM system (tool, parts, fixtures, etc.) to ICAM's integrated post-processor and machine tool simulator, or to its G-code verificator. Steps for running the CATIA extractor: 1. Run CATIA/DELMIA 2. In the menu, go to "Tools" [...]
Montreal, November 14, 2013 – ICAM Technologies Corporation (ICAM) announces that it has successfully implemented and tested its new SmartPATHTM technology at Valley Machine Shop (VMS). The results yielded a significant increase in programming efficiency and reduction in machine set-up time. VMS, located in Kent, Washington, manufactures small to large aerospace [...]
