New Fikus Works 24, with faster programming and manufacturing speed

CAD/CAM New Fikus Works 24, with faster programming and manufacturing speed

2023-11-14 Source: Metalcam 1 min Reading Time

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CAD/CAM solution Fikus Works 24, integrated with Solid Works CAD, continues to lead in wire EDM CAM. This latest version introduces significant enhancements for the efficient machining of repetitive geometries and complex patterns.

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Fikus Works is a well-established Wire EDM CAM integrated with the widely-used Solid Works CAD. The collaboration with leading machine manufacturers in this technology has positioned Fikus Works as a prominent CAM solution for wire EDM machines.

The latest version, Fikus Works 24, introduces several improvements and maintains its position in the wire EDM CAD/CAM market. This version focuses on the efficient machining of repetitive geometries. It features agile geometry and path transformations that facilitate the programming of complex patterns, including polar transformations. These transformations are designed to minimise memory usage and create compact machine programs.

Fikus Works is recognised for its user-friendly interface and advanced features. It includes wizards for programming complex geometries quickly, sometimes in as little as three mouse clicks, and features Automatic Feature Recognition. This function identifies various elements to be cut, such as punches and cavities.

The software has improved the speed of contour or surface selection by up to 90 percent, increasing productivity. The new 4-axis no-core cutting algorithm in Fikus Works 24 aims to reduce on-machine machining time by up to 30 percent by combining 2X and 4X cutting, which can be particularly effective for complex parts.

In addition, Fikus Works 24 improves its realistic simulation for wire EDM. Users can now compare the simulated result with the original geometry to detect deviations and potential machining errors, such as collisions. This feature also helps to optimise cutting parameters and strategies for different materials and geometries.

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