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New Software Release from Surfware: SURFCAM 2001

(Westlake Village, California, USA) -- Surfware, Inc. announces the release of SURFCAM 2001, the latest version of SURFCAM® CAD/CAM (computer-aided design/manufacturing) System software. SURFCAM 2001 showcases new advanced machining methods, feature enhancements and improved ease-of-use. Some of the improvements in SURFCAM 2001 include:

High speed machining
SURFCAM's high speed machining creates toolpath code that is highly optimized for rapid machine motion, allowing for increased feedrates that reduce cycle times and create less wear on machines and tooling. With this intelligent toolpath generation, machines no longer need to decelerate during sudden changes in tool motion to maintain accuracy or protect machinery components from damage.

Plunge roughing
Comparable to the ability of a high-speed drill to remove material, SURFCAM's plunge roughing takes dramatic advantage of the machine's axial strength of the spindle to rapidly remove material, creating higher feedrates and larger step-overs. This machining method is especially effective when longer tools are required, increasing productivity over conventional cutting methods.

Parameter associativity
Quickly change toolpath parameters such as tool numbers, offset registers, feedrates, etc. without repeating the steps required to create the toolpath.

Updated NC Editor including back-plotting
Back plot wireframe toolpath directly from within SURFCAM's NC editor. Changes made from editing the posted output can quickly be verified without recreating and re-post-processing the toolpath. This allows programmers to get a more convenient visualization of the toolpath during toolpath code checking.

Right-click menu
Take advantage of modern mouse input-device technology to increase SURFCAM's programming speed by accessing commonly used features with the right mouse button. Change the current view, delete objects and access the Operations Manager with a click of the mouse.

Live update technology
By invoking a simple menu selection at any time via Surfware's Online Support Site, maintenance customers connected to the internet will have their SURFCAM systems automatically updated with any new features or product releases within a matter of minutes.

Additional features and enhancements
Additional enhancements in SURFCAM 2001 include improved DNC, simplified post processor development for hybrid machine tools and improved selection features for geometric editing. With over 50 years' experience in machining Surfware offers an unparalleled combination of industry know-how and product performance. Shops across the globe rely on SURFCAM to give them a competitive edge to turn around more parts and perform more complex jobs than ever before.