In a move designed to improve efficiency and quality in CAM operations, CoroPlus ToolLibrary and PrimeTurning methodology from Halesowen-based Sandvik Coromant (www.sandvik.coromant.com/uk) have been integrated in Mastercam 2018.

Mastercam is the first CAM software to integrate these CoroPlus solutions, which facilitate digital machining and the transition to Industry 4.0.

CoroPlus ToolLibrary is a digital tool library that removes the need for users to browse catalogues and Web pages in search of the required tool data.

The library also allows users to import tool assemblies directly into their CAM system — and it provides access to tool catalogues containing accurate digital representations of the tools.

Users can find the optimum tool simply by inputting the tool ordering code or using ‘filter commands’. The finished
assemblies are then imported to Mastercam 2018 at the click of a button, ready for programming and simulation.

Meanwhile, PrimeTurning software offers a new methodology that allows machine shops to turn components in all directions with a single tool.

CNC Software, developers of the Mastercam software, has partnered with Sandvik Coromant to ensure that CAM users can easily create the necessary programs.