Improved CAD/CAM functions for quick reactions

Tebis is introducing the new Release 4 of its current Tebis Version 4.0 at the Moulding Expo 2017. This latest release includes many new and improved CAD and CAM functions that simplify work for die, model and mould manufacturers.

Nothing is as consistent as change. Tebis creates area curves during part comparison to enable better detection and limitation of modified areas. Design measures can thus be quickly implemented while new NC programs can be quickly calculated for modified areas.

Automation

From cottage industry to industrial toolmaking

04/04/2016 - Germany – To automate or not to automate? That is the question that SMEs are facing. Many experts, suppliers and users would answer the above question with a resounding "yes" - however, as this two-part feature will show, there is a lot to consider when automating production. read...

A new function creates non-overlapping shifted surfaces from any curves at defined angles. All overlaps within parts that would occur especially at sharp edges and small radii of curvature are automatically filtered out and smoothed. These surfaces are ideal for separating part surfaces in mould manufacturing as well as for trim steel and trim line surfaces in draw die manufacturing. As is usual for Tebis, the lengths and angles of surfaces can be conveniently and interactively adjusted using drag arrows. In addition, parts can now be automatically morphed together with the most complex trimming curves in surface morphing. The geometry of the original curves is fully retained and colour properties are transferred 1:1.

Curves can now also be included in surface morphing. This results in benefits in draw die manufacturing. For example, if the active surfaces have to be morphed to compensate for springback of the sheet, all trimming curves can be morphed as well to yield the geometries for a correctly trimmed sheet metal part in a single step.

For example, deep-hole drilling in the CAM area has been better oriented to supporting automated calculation and machining. There is also a new tool type with an extended set of cutting data and special speeds, feed rates, cooling types and depth sections needed for deep-hole drilling. These values can thus be separately managed for each individual tool.