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Siemens PLM Software

CAM Express

Delivering Machine Tool Value





Market Trends and Drivers

to program and maximize the value of new,

production efficient machine tools

to program/ machine more complex parts

to program faster, use proven methods, use less

skilled resources & reduce cost of ownership

Global

competition to

make parts

- Asia Pacific

- Eastern Europe

Key issues:

- Cost, time and

quality

Driver

Resulting business needs and solutions

Multi-function machining

(mill-turns)

High speed (3 axis)

machining (HSM)

5 axis (advanced) machining

Programming automation Easy to use & deploy,

OOTB config. & content,



Siemens PLM as a CAM Software Vendor

28 years of market success Industry leader with approx. 15% market share Over 35,000 installed seats worldwide CAM systems installed in a wide range of industries Outstanding product reputation with “CAM” Addressing the mid-market requirement for CAM

software

The Siemens PLM Software manufacturing product set is

extremely impressive, the range of manufacturing

applications, depth of functionality, data integration, and

knowledge based orientation go a long way in establishing

Siemens PLM Software’s strong market presence and

reputation in CAM. --- Alan Christman, CIMdata



CAM Express

Capitalizing on the success of Siemens PLM Software in CAM

> 25 years in the market, > 35,000 industrial seats

CAM Express offers: Modular CAD neutral packages for the complete spectrum of

NC programming

2 ½ Axis Machining, 3 Axis Machining, Mill-Turn Machining,

Advanced (5 axis) Machining

Integrated packages with Solid Edge and NX

Pre-configured with industry best practices

Pre-defined environments to match industries

First time user tutorials

Easy to deploy and use

Easy access to a library of post processors for download

“Machine Tool Support Kits” for complex machines

Low Total Cost of Ownership

Out of the box software set-up

Available post processors via post library and kits



Packages - Summary

All packages start with: CAD Translators Post Processor build and

edit Tool path verification Geometry assembly Stock shape creation Boundary defining

functions Tool library interface Operation navigator Machining parameter

library

Available Integrated with Solid Edge or NX Design

Mold &

Die, HSM

set

entry

point

Multi

function

set Full

CAM

setCAM Content

CAM Express

2 ½ axis milling

Turning

3 Axis Milling

Wire EDM

Machine Simulation

Synchronization

5 Axis Milling



2 ½ Axis Machining Package

This entry-level package is

suitable for prismatic parts

such as those found in

machinery manufacture. It

can do both milling and

turning to satisfy basic mill-

turn requirements. And it

includes the advanced

automation capabilities of

feature based machining.

2 ½ axis milling

Turning

3 Axis Milling

Wire EDM

Machine

Simulation

Synchronization

5 Axis Milling

Z-level rouging

Plunge milling

Face milling

Finish profiling

Waterline finishing

Holemaking

Feature based machining

Turning

Facing

Boring

Grooving

Threading

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3 Axis Machining Package

2 ½ axis milling

Turning

3 Axis Milling

Wire EDM

Machine

Simulation

Synchronization

5 Axis Milling

This package includes all of

the available 3 axis milling

capabilities as well as Wire

EDM. A wide variety of

surface milling methods are

provided, including the

groundbreaking Free Flow

machining technology and

valley cutting. All high speed

machining capabilities are

included in this package.

Surface milling

Streamline machining

Valley cutting

Full high speed machining

support

Synchronized point distribution

Special engages

Full cut support

Wire tooling

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Mill-Turn Machining Package

2 ½ axis milling

Turning

3 Axis Milling

Wire EDM

Machine

Simulation

Synchronization

5 Axis Milling

This package is ideal for

multi-function turning

centers and mill-turns that

require synchronization of

multiple program channels.

Full turning and prismatic

milling capabilities are

paired with complete

synchronization and

machine simulation tools.

G-code driven simulation

Integrated with post processor

Machine tool builder

Assembly tools

Kinematics assignment

Multi-channel output

Synch points available at any move

Integrated with post and simulation

Graphic timeline interface

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Advanced Machining Package

2 ½ axis milling

Turning

3 Axis Milling

Wire EDM

Machine

Simulation

Synchronization

5 Axis Milling

This best-selling package

provides all of the CAM

capabilities, including 5-

axis milling. It is ideal for

the traditional multi-axis

industries of airframes and

turbo machinery, as well as

any application that

requires variable axis

cutting.

Full range of tool axis control options

Free Flow machining technology

Automatic cutting strategies

Available low-level user control

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Advanced Capability – feature based automation

Feature recognition of holes, multi-stepped

holes, pockets, faces, shoulders, etc.

Process steps are found in the machining

knowledge database and applied to the features

with a next-generation knowledge management

inference engine.

Tools are selected automatically to execute the

process steps

Users can fine tune results by hand

Process knowledge rules are edited easily in the

machining knowledge editor, with interactive

selections and no coding.



Advanced Capability – high speed machining

Specialized roughing methods maintain

consistent chip loads and keep material removal

rates high.

Rest material re-roughing and focused semi-

finishing methods make sure that finish cuts are

consistent .

Smooth finish methods keep feedrates high and

surface finish at the highest quality.



Advanced Capability – streamline operation

Fits toolpath to the part contours without

concern for the construction method.

Provides a true spiral cut from closed

boundaries, even down to a point.

Works in 3 axis and 5 axis applications

Handles bounded (walls) and unbounded

(open) edge conditions.

Eliminates unnecessary lifts and plunges,

improving tool life and productivity.

Maintains synchronized point distribution

for excellent finishes



Advanced Capability – multi-channel synchronization

Multiple channels of motion can be

synchronized

Synchronization is displayed in

columns, as a timeline, and in the

machine simulation

Machine simulation uses posted code to

drive the simulation for the highest

confidence that what you see is what

you get.



Pre-Defined User Environments

Change your role, change your

environment

CAM setups defined by key disciplines and

industry focus Turning Machinery (2 ½ axis machining) Die-Mold (3 axis machining) Multi axis (5 axis machining)

Provides access to appropriate machining

operations

“Preconfigured with industry best practices”



User Tutorials

Complete workflow in less than

an hour

First four topics Getting Started Machining a plate Machining a turned part Machining a mold component

“Easy to deploy and use”



Post Processor Library

Post Processor Library –globally available, downloadable post processors

Direct library access from inside CAM Express Reduces costs Speeds effective deployment

CAM Express



Machine Tool Support Kits

Targeted at Multi-function machines –

such as Mill-turns contents Multi-channel post processor 3D simulation model and G-code driver Documentation Templates for key machining methods Streamlined install routine for post and

simulation models

Key machines Mori Seiki mill-turns - NT Series Mazak Integrex Series (200, 410, 650, 1060)



Ease of Installation

Guided software install includes latest updates

“Easy to deploy”

“Native Microsoft”



Easier to install and learnLess training costs,

Faster to productivity

Increased availability of

low or no cost post processors

Lower start-up costs


Pre-defined roles, user environments,

workflow tutorials

Less training costs,


Competitively priced packages to

match key industry requirements

Reduced overall initial

investment and ongoing costs

Effective software to address

programming needs of advanced

machine tools

Maximizes the ROI on the

high cost of new equipment

Low Total Cost of Ownership



CAM Express Summary

Established, market leading application Over 35,000 industrial users Used by the major companies (RR, GE, GM, )

Respected by the major machine tool makers Security and support infrastructure of a global supplier

Best in class capabilities across a complete range of NC Programming functions High speed machining, five axis and multi-function machine tool

programming, Programming automation tools, such as feature based machining.

CAD neutral standalone product or fully integrated within a PLM solution for the mid-market: Pre-configuration system for rapid deployment Pre-defined workflows based on industry best practices Fully scalable range of applications at competitive price points MS Windows layout and user interaction style

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