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The document presents an overview of NX CAM, a computer-aided machining software, highlighting its capabilities in machining processes, including milling and turning, and addressing industry challenges. It outlines target market segments, programming automation, and integrated solutions for manufacturing, emphasizing benefits such as reduced training time and increased programming efficiency. Additionally, it details various advanced features that enhance the performance of machining operations across different industries.
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- 1. www.ranalsoftware.com SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGIES NX CAMSales Enablement Version:2022 Presented By, Somashekar S M
- 2. Software Technologies Contents 1. BasicIntroduction 2. Business challenges in machining industries. 3. What is NX CAM? Different machining types 4. Target market segment 5. Key capabilities 6. Benefits Version:2021
- 3. Software Technologies What isMachining? Machining is the process of material removal (usually metal) using a cutter. Two basic methods for machining 1. Spin the tool, hold the workpiece stationary – Milling 2. Spin the workpiece, hold the cutting tool stationary – Turning
- 4. Software Technologies What isMachining? This is 2.5 Axis Milling
- 5. Software Technologies What isMachining? This is a 3 Axis Vertical Machining Center
- 6. Software Technologies What isMachining? Adding a 4th Axis
- 7. Software Technologies What isMachining? 5 Axis Machining
- 8. Software Technologies Business Challenges •Global competition • Increasing complexity of parts • Higher expectations of quality • Skilled programmers
- 9. Software Technologies What isCAM? CAM is acronym for Computer Aided Machining: Cutting machines were switched from hand-cranked to computer controlled CAM allows the programming of these computer-controlled machining- centers
- 10. Software Technologies What isCAM? CAM is used to create a DESIGN SHAPE from a larger STOCK or Casting
- 11. Software Technologies Target marketsegment • Prismatic part machining • Mold and Die (Tooling) Manufacture – Largest Market • Complex part machining By Industry 1. Machinery (Prismatic) 2. High-tech electronics (Mold and Die) 3. Automotive (Mold and Die, Prismatic parts) 4. Aerospace (Complex parts, prismatic parts, mold and die) 5. Medical devices (mold & die – surface machining, Complex parts)
- 12. Software Technologies Wide rangeof capabilities of NX CAM Mill turn 5 axis milling Hole making Feature based machining On machine probing Shop floor documents Post processing Machine tool simulation Turbo machinery milling Turning 3 axis milling 2.5 axis milling Wire EDM 2 & 4 axis HSM methods Tool libraries
- 13. Software Technologies 2.5 and3 Axis Milling 2.5 Axis Milling • Tool only points in one direction • Motion to cut in X and Y, then Z Intended for prismatic parts: • Squared edges, parallel or perpendicular to tool axis • Drilling holes • No curvature • No rounds on edges 3 Axis Milling Motion to cut in X, Y, and Z simultaneously Intended for: • Molds and dies • Parts with curvature • Parts with rounded edges
- 14. Software Technologies 5 AxisMilling and Turning 5 Axis Milling • Motion to cut in X, Y, Z, and A, B rotation Intended for: • Aerospace – machining airplane wings and structures underneath • Progressive molds and dies - allows for using shorter tools at angles to decrease costs Turning Cutting occurs when part is spun underneath tool Intended for: • Oil industry – pipe fittings, cylindrical tools • Automotive – cylinders, axles, pistons, valves, etc
- 15. Software Technologies Total Machining TotalMachining CAM seat with everything included • Foundation • 2.5-axis • 3-axis • 5-axis • Turning Intended for: Full-service CAM shops with 2.5, 3, 5 axis, and turning machines Likely already have CAM, but the Total Machining license gives them access to everything they need
- 16. Software Technologies Key capabilities •Advanced Capabilities • Programming Automation • Programming Productivity • Integrated solution
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- 18. Software Technologies Advanced programmingcapabilities Program any job and maximize machine tool performance: • Handle complex jobs with ease • Take advantage of the latest machining technology • Produce better quality parts, faster
- 19. Software Technologies Advanced programmingcapabilities High speed machining (HSM) • Adaptive roughing for hard materials
- 20. Software Technologies Advanced programmingcapabilities High speed machining (HSM) • Adaptive roughing for hard materials • Guiding curve tool path technology – fast, easy and flexible regardless of the surface
- 21. Software Technologies Advanced programmingcapabilities High speed machining (HSM) • Adaptive roughing for hard materials • Guiding curve tool path technology – fast, easy and flexible regardless of the surface • Machining Data Library provides proven data for optimum machining performance
- 22. Software Technologies Advanced programmingcapabilities Planar Deburring Program chamfers automatically • Define chamfer size • Specify size of holes to skip • Control convex corners • Prevent re-cutting chamfers for fast 3+2 milling
- 23. Software Technologies Advanced programmingcapabilities Cut region management Faster programming and precise control of mold/die machining strategies. • Graphically preview the cut regions • Interactively refine cut regions to create optimized toolpath • Adjust tool axis to improve cutting conditions • Use the right cutting strategy and tool for each region
- 24. Software Technologies Advanced programmingcapabilities Volume-based 2.5D milling Fast and intuitive programming of prismatic parts. • Automatic calculation of machining volume • Instant visual preview of the cut volumes • In-Process Workpiece (IPW) tracks the machined and remaining material
- 25. Software Technologies Advanced programmingcapabilities NX CAM for multi-bladed rotational parts and complex inner combustion engine surfaces Specialized 5-axis NC programming operations. • Turbomachinery milling • Specialized operations for blisk and impeller programming. • Tube machining • Roughing and finishing of complex manifold and cylinder head ports.
- 26. Software Technologies Programming automation AutomateNC programming and re-use knowledge • Save up to 90% on programming time with feature-based machining • Increase efficiency by capturing and reusing proven machining processes • Achieve faster, repeatable NC programming, requiring less expertise
- 27. Software Technologies Programming automation Featurebased machining (FBM) Automated process:
- 28. Software Technologies Programming automation Productand Manufacturing Information – PMI PMI driven machining. • Reads PMI embedded in the NX design model • Drives feature based machining • Selects the correct machining process and tools depending on the machining feature
- 29. Software Technologies Automation inaction Reduce programming time by up to 90% Feature-Based Machining • 111 machining features • 85 operations • 36 cutting tools Programmed in 2 minutes
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- 31. Software Technologies Programming Productivity Utilizethe power of NX CAM • Advanced interaction techniques for faster programming • Intuitive user interface for ease of use • Scalable capabilities for less frequent users and experts
- 32. Software Technologies Programming Productivity Predefinedroles • Short learning time for new users with essential set of options • Provide advanced tools to experts • Pre-defined manufacturing setup templates Manufacturing Day One • Self-learning walkthroughs • Application-specific workflows • Maximize the productivity of the entire team
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- 34. Software Technologies Integrated Solution Standardizeyour manufacturing process • One system across all the operation • CAD for part model preparation • Tooling and fixture design • CMM inspection programming • Scalable to a full Part Manufacturing Solution
- 35. Software Technologies Integrated Solution ComprehensiveCAM capabilities in one system • Full range of milling, turning, drilling, EDM, and robotics capabilities • Supporting functions: • Postprocessing and simulation • Shop floor documentation • Shop floor connectivity
- 36. Software Technologies Integrated Solution •Industry-leading CAD capabilities for CNC programmers • CAD data translators • Modeling, assemblies, and drafting • Synchronous modeling for geometry editing Fully integrated manufacturing applications • Tooling and fixtures design • CMM inspection programming and data analysis
- 37. Software Technologies Benefits • Maximizethe value of the latest machine tools (in High-Speed Milling, Multi-Axis Machining, and in combination multi-function machines. • Complete the programming on almost any job – using the wide range of flexible programing functions in NX CAM • Less training for users through ease of use and programming • Faster programming – using programming automation • • Shorter overall process and reduced costs by utilizing integrated application across key process elements – such as tool design and manufacture or by adding CAM data and tool data management options • • Optimum performance with Siemens controlled machine tools. NX CAM programming and output is being enhanced to drive advanced functions in Siemens Sinumerik controllers
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- #2 Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening Welcome you all for the Ranal Software Technologies Corporate Presentation My name is ………… working as …………. From Last …. Years (donot mention if it is less than 1 year)
- #3 Let me give overview before I dive deeper into it. As this topic mainly focused on manufacturing, which means, a process of transforming raw stock into finished goods. At initial we begin with casting, followed by machining and ultimately end up with surface treatment to obtain desired output. Let us understand what is machining which is a backbone of this topic.
- #6 In the picture we have 3 Axis vertical machining center, it’s a vertical machining center, because spindle is moving up and down in a vertical orientation. i.e., Z axis. The two horizontal axes for this vertical machine are X (which is a longer axis) and Y (which is a shorter axis). Together these make the three axis for this vertical machining center.
- #7 If we add a rotary axis to our 3 axis machining center we get a 4 axis machining center and off course the rotary, in this case is A axis becomes the 4th axis. One of the main advantages of this configuration like this is , it allows us to reach more sides of the part we machine with fewer setups. However it is more complex to create a CNC program and require more capabilities in the CAM system
- #8 5 axis machining is even more complex. And it is typically reserved to machine more complicated parts which you can find in the aerospace industry. However today 5 axis machining is getting wide acceptance in other industries such as mold and die. Other types such as Mill – Turn: Lathe that can also perform milling operations Turn – Mill: Milling machine (multi tasking machines) that can also perform turning operations
- #9 One of the major challenges facing component manufacturers is “Global competition”. Because of outsourcing of parts to low-cost locations, there will be an impact on delivery time. To counter it, Machine shops have to use most efficient methods and equipment (such as advanced machine tools). Then they need to program these machines effectively to get the real value out of it Other challenges such as Increasing complexity of parts demand more complex programming Higher expectations of quality such as fine surface finish and geometrical accuracy Skilled programmers are hard to find or replace so systems need to be easy to learn and use.
- #10 Well, Automation is the effective solution which can address these business challenges. Whereas CAM (Computer Aided Machining) comes under Programmable automation.
- #11 CAM is always subtractive. We start with the original design get from CAD system and remember this may be foreign CAD data. We apply stock or raw material rom which we prepare this design shape. And then using our knowledge’s, CNC programmers will assign cutting tools, operations and tool paths that will make this particular part from the stock shape, achieving the design that the CAD designers created. A Modern CAM system must be able to Import foreign CAD data Create/Edit cutting tools Intelligently create tool paths for machining Limit the machined area (face selection or boundaries are commonly used) Assign feed rates and spindle speeds Avoid crashes Simulate the cutting process Postporcess the binary data into G code language for a specific machine tool.
- #12 The following is a typical breakdown of the CAM market: • Prismatic part machining – typically associated with machinery parts - requires turning, milling, drilling, and in some cases, support for advanced machines such as mill-turns or muli-spindle lathes (turning). Represents approx 15% of the market. • Mold and die (tooling) manufacture. This is the largest market by revenue (<45%). Companies are typically small – except in developing countries where this can be > 200 licenses. • Complex part machining – typically associated with aerospace, power generation (turbines) , medical devices By Industry- much component and tool manufacture is outsourced to specialist suppliers. The following links key machining functions to the industries where NX CAM is sold most frequently: • machinery (prismatic), • high tech electronics (mold and die), • automotive (mold and die, prismatic parts), • aerospace (complex parts, prismatic and mold and die (composite and interiors), • medical devices (mold and die – surface machining, complex parts)
- #19 With NX you don’t need multiple, specialized software systems focusing on various applications. The flexibility of NX CAM means that the most demanding jobs can be completed easily. You can efficiently drive the latest machine tools to produce parts with high-quality. So let’s explore some of the advanced NC programming capabilities… <Click>
- #20 High speed machining. An important capability in mold and die, prismatic and complex part machining. The Adaptive roughing in NX maintains high metal removal rates while managing tool loads.
- #21 The Guiding curve toolpath for finishing allows you to create smooth flowing toolpaths that can be set to follow the critical contours or features of a part using simple guide curves. The system can compute the toolpath even over imperfect CAD surfaces. The smooth flowing cutting patterns result in fine finishes at high feed rates.
- #22 NX CAM provides a customizable machining database that enables you to manage and apply proven data to associative tool path operations. You can automatically apply the right feeds and speeds for a given operation and tool selection.
- #23 Planar Deburring automates one of the most-used operations, save valuable programming time. NX automatically identifies parts’ edges (modeled or unmodeled) and it creates optimized toolpaths Unlike traditional programming methods, you don’t need to create multiple operations with different boundary selections, floor planes, and stock offsets. Planar Deburring automatically recognize the edges and creates toolpaths to deburr (or chamfer) them. Furthermore, Planar Deburring automatically does collision check to ensure a safe and collision free tool path. You can have option to ignore holes and track deburr edges, to exclude already deburred part geometry.
- #24 This feature would be helpful for steep, non steep and flat cut regions. Conventional methods can require multiple operations and extensive preparation Short path segments and excessive repositioning can result in inefficient machining and lower surface quality From NX CAM such steep and non-steep areas are automatically identified. Recognized cut regions are classified and graphically displayed. By easily merging the cut regions you can create a more continuous toolpath. Further it will also identify potential collissions for each regions. Interactively adjust the tool axis to avoid collision.
- #25 Volume-based 2.5D milling provides a very fast and intuitive method of programming prismatic parts. Simply select faces such as walls and floors within on the 3D part model to define the machined volumes. An instant visual preview provides fast and easy validation of the planned machining operation. Programming can be 5 to 10 times faster. The system continuously keeps track of uncut material and minimizes air-cutting, reducing machining time up to 10 percent.
- #26 NX offers specialized 5-axis NC programming operations for complex multi-bladed rotational parts, such as blisks and impellers for aero-engines, turbo-machinery and power generation equipment, and Tube machining operations useful for roughing and finishing of complex inner surfaces typically found in manifold and cylinder head ports of combustion engines. These complex parts can feature curved blades with undercuts, and multiple splitters. Simultaneous 5-axis roughing and finishing strategies Rest milling using the In Process Workpiece (IPW) Reduce programming time by as much as 50%
- #27 Advanced feature-based machining provides extra value in programming automation. In addition, capturing and re-using your knowledge is a powerful way to increase efficiency.
- #28 Feature based machining is a great example of programming automation that can lead to greatly reduced programming times. NX CAM can recognize a wide range of machining features on a 3D model. This technology can automatically select and build the machining operations for those recognized machining features. The system allows for tool path and tool change optimization prior to final output.
- #29 Feature based machining and the ability to recognize machining features on a part model. We can also look at an NX CAD model and read Product and Manufacturing Information , or PMI, that’s been added by the designer as 3D model annotation . We can look for surface finish, dimensional and positioning tolerances as data that could affect the selection of the machining process and tools.
- #30 Now let’s see an example of programming automation using Feature based machining and how that can lead to greatly reduced programming times. I can take a lot of time to program parts with many features, like this mold plate… As mentioned earlier NX CAM can automatically recognize all the features on the part and create optimized machining process using the right cutting tools eliminating manual input… In this example within minutes 85 operations have been created to machine 111 machining features using company proven knowledge and guidelines.
- #32 You can increase productivity by leveraging the latest user interaction techniques and predefined programming environment.
- #33 You can select either the advanced or essentials role. This is provided as standard with all versions of NX CAM. The essentials role is especially aimed the new user. NX provides step-by-step walkthroughs for various programming processes, including mold, prismatic part and additive machining. These walkthroughs are directly accessible from NX.
- #34 NX provides advanced CAD tools that can be used by the NC programmer for everything from modeling new parts to creating setup drawings directly from 3D model data. For manufacturing, NX offers special applications alongside CAM, including tool design and inspection programming modules. Siemens also provides a complete part manufacturing solution to suit your needs.
- #35 NX provides advanced CAD tools that can be used by the NC programmer for everything from modeling new parts to creating setup drawings directly from 3D model data. For manufacturing, NX offers special applications alongside CAM, including tool design and inspection programming modules. Siemens also provides a complete part manufacturing solution to suit your needs.
- #36 NX CAM provides a wide range of functionality, from simple NC programming to multi-axis machining, enabling NC programmers to address many tasks using one system.
- #37 The latest CAD technology in NX enables the NC programmer to rapidly prepare part models, including third-party CAD models. NX also provides additional manufacturing applications such as tool and fixture design. The 3D model moves seamlessly between applications without data translation. The CAD-CAM-CNC process chain supports the core machining solution. Many companies need additional applications and other equipment to complete their part manufacturing process