CIMATECH publishes an eBook: CAD/CAM Requirements for the Mold and Die Industry

Problems with Standalone and General-Purpose CAD/CAM Systems Standalone CAD and CAM systems pose difficulties in file translation, errors when transferring files from one system to another, the inability to work concurrently, etc., which entail costs in time and money. Added to these costs is the lack of specific tools for the design and manufacturing of mold and die components, such as pushers, electrodes, etc., which, on the other hand, can be resolved with just a couple of mouse clicks using a dedicated system. Another major difficulty with standalone CAD/CAM systems is incorporating design changes. Integrated systems offer any geometry changes that are instantly updated across the entire platform. They also offer specialized mold and die technical support to address the challenges of daily work. Advantages of Integrated and Specialized CAD/CAM Platforms Integrated and specialized platforms for mold and die design and manufacturing automate a large part of the common design and manufacturing processes, saving significant time in design and machining, reducing development and manufacturing time, and increasing profitability. Users of integrated specialized mold and die platforms achieve significant advantages and efficiencies compared to users of standalone, non-specialized CAD/CAM systems. – 100% reduction in translation errors – Up to 50% design time savings – Up to 50% savings in design and electrode erosion time – Up to 30% manufacturing time savings – Up to 70% reduction in tooling lead time Cimatron, a specialized CAD/CAM since 1982 Cimatron, a 3DSystems solution specialized in mold and die design and manufacturing since 1982, with more than 40,000 installations worldwide, offers effective solutions to every challenge faced by mold and die makers. With a wide range of dedicated tools and CNC technologies, it offers innovative and cutting-edge solutions that can dramatically increase productivity and competitiveness. Find out what you can expect from your CAD/CAM platform for mold and die design and manufacturing at: www.cimatech.com