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MecSoft releases VisualCAD/CAM 2021

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MecSoft Corporation, a developer of industry-leading CAM software solutions, announced the availability of VisualCAD/CAM 2021, the latest version of MecSoft’s complete standalone Computer Aided Design (CAD)/ Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) product.

Release highlights include:

–New and enhanced CAD features
–A New separately priced module for Adaptive Roughing in 3 Axis milling
–New Face-Top machining method in 2-½ Axis Milling
–Multiple Z-levels in 4 Axis Pocket Milling
–Additional tool axis controls for 5 Axis Continuous Milling
–Numerous features and feature improvements in 2 ½, 3, 4 & 5 Axis machining
–Programmable post-processors employing the Python programming language
–Other Productivity and User Interface enhancements
–Additional enhancements to the G-Code editor & Profile Nesting modules

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VisualCAMc – production CAM for Onshape

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MecSoft Corporation, a developer of computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software solutions, announces the commercial release of VisualCAMc for Onshape, its cloud hosted, fully integrated CAM add-on app for Onshape. After an extended beta testing period, where the product was fine tuned to meet the demanding requirements and expectations of users, it is now ready for production use. The VisualCAMc application can be added to your Onshape account by browsing the Onshape App Store and selecting VisualCAMc in the CAM category of applications.

VisualCAMc leverages the legendary manufacturing capabilities of MecSoft’s desktop based VisualCAM product running remotely across the internet on a server, allowing this product to be used from any computer, anytime and from anywhere in the world.

Features of this product include:

Fully cloud based – no downloads required
Runs as a tab inside the Onshape environment
Browser interface allows use from any computer, anytime, and from anywhere
Uses MecSoft’s industry proven, production level CAM technology
Includes 2 ½ Axis, 3 Axis milling and 3+2 milling

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MecSoft releases CAMJam 2017

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MecSoft Corp. announced the release of CAMJam 2017, the Video Training Companion for VisualMILL, RhinoCAM, and VisualCAM for SOLIDWORKS Milling modules. CAMJam 2017 is the complete video archive of training sessions conducted by the support staff at MecSoft Corporation. It includes all of the previous CAMJam version videos as well as updates for the new 2017 products.

“CAMJam 2017 is the perfect companion for new and seasoned users alike who want to achieve the maximum benefits their software provides. All training sessions are organized by content, indexed and searchable so you know exactly which video to watch to get questions answered,” said Don LaCourse, Senior Application Engineer at MecSoft Corporation and one of the principals involved in the creation of this product.

CAMJam 2017 MILL includes:

  1. Over 80 instructional videos covering the complete suite of MILL module functionality.
  2. CAMJam 2017 PDF document for the organization and easy retrieval from the video library.
  3. All of the source part files referenced by the CAMJam video archive!

Sample of topics covered:

  1. The new 2017 MILL User Interface.
  2. Machine Setup, Stock and Geometry considerations for 2½ Axis, 3, 4 and Indexed 5 Axis setups.
  3. A complete “What’s New” video and discussion on all of the new features in the 2017 release.
  4. EVERY 2, 3, 4 and Indexed 5 Axis machining strategy.
  5. The NEW 2½ Axis Roughing strategy!
  6. Creating User Defined Form Tools for custom 2½ Axis Profiling operations.
  7. The Post Processor Generator and Setup for 2½ Axis, 3, 4 and 5 Axis milling.
  8. Implementing custom Tool Libraries and the new Rules-Based Machining Knowledge Bases.
  9. Implementing User-specific defaults databases.
  10. Using 2½, 3 Axis Machining Regions and Control Geometry effectively.
  11. Viewing, Simulating and Editing your toolpaths operations.

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MecSoft announces RhinoCAM 2015

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MecSoftMecSoft Corporation has announced the availability of RhinoCAM 2015, a major version release for MecSoft’s integrated CAM solution for Rhino. RhinoCAM 2015 includes four CAM modules MILL, TURN, NEST, and ART, each of which run completely integrated inside the Rhino 5 CAD program.

All CAM modules were significantly enhanced and improved in this 2015 release to provide customers with a powerful and complete manufacturing platform. Highlight of the release include the Hole Feature Detection and Automatic Machining of Hole Features functionality. Please click on the buttons below to learn more.

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MecSoft releases VisualXPORT 2014 for SolidWorks

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MecSoft Corporation, the developer of computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software solutions, has announced VisualXPORT 2014 for SolidWorks. VisualXPORT for SolidWorks is a direct plug-in for SolidWorks, letting users export their parts in VisualMILL formatted files (.vcp). The solution provides an enhanced workflow for companies that design in SolidWorks and use VisualMILL in their manufacturing process.

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“MecSoft is a SolidWorks Gold certified CAM developer, and so we are very familiar with the unique needs of SolidWorks users,” stated Uday Honnalagere, Support Manager for MecSoft. “VisualXPORT for SolidWorks was created as a direct result of the feedback received from our customers. They needed enhanced export capabilities in SolidWorks beyond supporting STL, IGES and STEP formats while not having to give up using our standalone CAD/CAM software, VisualCAD/CAM.”

VisualXPORT 2014 for SolidWorks can be used to export 2D & 3D Sketches (curves), solids with combined faces, solids with separate faces and individual surfaces. With VisualXPORT 2014 for SolidWorks, solids and surfaces can also be exported as NURBS surfaces. It is certified to run inside SolidWorks versions 2009 through 2014.

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MecSoft Releases VisualCAM 2014 for Geomagic®

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MecSoft Corporation, the developer of industry leading CNC software solutions, has announced the availability of VisualCAM 2014 for Geomagic, a major version release for MecSoft’s integrated CAM solution for 3D Systems’ CAD software, Geomagic Design.

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VisualCAM 2014 for Geomagic includes two CAM modules, MILL and TURN, each of which run integrated inside the Geomagic CAD program and can be bought and licensed independent of each other. The TURN module is a new module that is being introduced with the 2014 release. The MILL module was significantly enhanced and improved in this 2014 release to provide customers with a powerful and complete manufacturing platform.

“MecSoft is a valuable partner for 3D Systems, providing the only integrated CAM solution for Geomagic Design,” stated Calvin Hur, Vice President and General Manager, Geomagic Solutions, 3D Systems. “We’re excited to see the product mature with the release of VisualCAM 2014 for Geomagic, and we look forward to our continued relationship with MecSoft Corporation.”

“This is an important release for MecSoft, in that it features a brand new TURN module and also a greatly improved MILL module. With this new functionality together with the seamless integration inside Geomagic Design, we continue to provide leading edge manufacturing capabilities for Geomagic Design users worldwide.” stated Joe Anand, President and CEO of MecSoft Corporation.

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MecSoft Releases VisualCAD/CAM 2014

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MecSoft Corporation, developer of industry CAD/CAM software solutions, announced the availability of VisualCAD/CAM 2014, MecSoft’s standalone CAD/CAM software suite.

VisualCAD/CAM includes the modules VisualMILL, VisualTURN, VisualNEST, and VisualART, each of which run integrated inside the VisualCAD 2014 base CAD platform and can be bought and licensed independently of each other. MecSoft continues to provide VisualCAD as a completely free design tool. All of these modules, including VisualCAD, were significantly enhanced and improved in this 2014 release to provide customers with a seamlessly integrated complete manufacturing platform.

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This release is a breakthrough release for MecSoft, in that we have integrated and improved all of our manufacturing applications under one powerful and easy to use manufacturing platform called VisualCAD/CAM. This platform provides our customers with complete integration and seamless interoperability to significantly boost their productivity and enhance their user experience. It also provides MecSoft with a strong platform to implement an annual release cycle, starting with this release, stated Joe Anand, President and CEO of MecSoft Corporation. We have worked hard not only to make sure the integration is seamless but also on the improvements to each of the individual modules and I am proud to say that this is one of MecSoft’s best releases yet.

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