Mastercam & Kennametal Announce Partnership For Automated Tooling

Massachusetts, US: The developers of Mastercam, CNC Software, have partnered with Kennametal to provide customers with the ability to import tool assemblies directly into Mastercam 2018. The integration of Kennametal’s software suite Novo allows users to save time searching for desired tools and building 3D tool assemblies that can be brought directly into Mastercam for use.

Features such as automated filtering ensure that the holders and tools that are selected can work together for the particular job. Users can select the correct tooling for the material and for the type of machining operation, plus an accurate 3D model that can be used for visualisation and collision checking in addition to the time savings.

“Customers had to search through thousands of catalogue pages and cross-reference multiple sources to create the Kennametal tool assemblies needed to machine their parts,” said Rich Taft, product owner for CNC Software. “Accurate tool definitions can be a critical factor in modern CAM applications. Toolpath algorithms take advantage of these definitions to provide safe and efficient motion.”

Mitch Benko, director, virtual machining for Kennametal said, “The pre-production phase of the manufacturing process is a critical point to provide efficiencies and set the stage for a smooth manufacturing run.” He added that the partnership will enable users to connect and import product information, 3D models, drawings, and starting parameters to expedite the validation and programming processes.