Tebis's advanced simulation technology enables a detailed representation of the actual manufacturing environment in the virtual world.

France/USA – Combining smart methodology and efficient CAM software, die manufacturer MDL Europe has reduced programming and machining times. The France-based company specialises in the manufacture of die sets, blanks of punches and dies, punch retainers and special guiding elements.

The two companies are collaborating on the development of the next generation of touch-based programming technology that enables users to quickly create and simulate CNC programs.

Open Mind Technologies has announced that its Hypermill CAM software has been utilised to conduct the 5-axis programming of a replica basketball hoop.

For the development of a new helicopter model, Airbus had to machine large gear components. To this end, Rösler Oberflächentechnik designed a drag-finishing machine with automatic workpiece clamping and a manipulator for part handling.

Germany – Standards are expected to play a major role in the success or failure of Industry 4.0. Because the road to digital transformation requires a digital twin of the physical product, the pressure to standardise also includes the product data itself. Cutting tools are no exception to this rule.

Visometry's Visionlib aims to provide stable and precise AR-based CAD services. The software will be able to track models even under difficult and shifting lightin situations, making it a huge leap in AR technology.

The confirmed integration, including data associativity, is said to allow for continuous workflows from design through to CNC manufacturing.

USA - Many moulders are fighting venting problems that would not exist if they had designed the original mould using an enhanced venting steel. Tom Schade explains how the use of porous metal inserts and no additional venting can eliminate chronic flow lines or virtually eliminate material spray.

USA/ France – DP Technology has announced a new version of its CAM software Esprit 2016. Among the improvements and new strategies are wire EDM improvements, which are said to make rough cutting easier and prolong tool life.