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CAD/CAM Software Offers Enhanced Functionality
The latest enhancements are designed to give users increased convenience and faster programming tools for toolpath optimization, tool management, virtual machining, additive manufacturing, EDM, mill-turn and more.
Open Mind Introduces Updated HyperMill CAD/CAM Software
Eastec 2021: Open Minds’s CAD/CAM software suite update reportedly offers enhancements for applications ranging from 2.5D to five-axis.
Open Mind Upgrades CAD/CAM Software Suite
HyperMill 2021.2 CAD/CAM software suite reportedly offers enhanced features for machining in applications ranging from 2.5D to five-axis.
Open Mind Technologies Celebrates 25 Years in North America
The North American subsidiary of Open Mind Technologies AG is celebrating 25 years of success with its CAD/CAM solutions.
Open Mind Updates HyperMill CAD/CAM to 2021.1
Open Mind’s 2021.1 HyperMill update includes features that give programmers unprecedented control and flexibility, like editing toolpaths after generation.
HyperMill Five-Axis Modules Simplify Complex Part Machining
Open Mind’s HyperMill CAM software includes powerful five-axis milling modules that decrease machining times for complex parts, as happened at NDK Paragon.
On IMTS spark, Software Programs Increase Efficiency in All Areas of a Machine Shop
Software systems that streamline processes, optimize toolpaths and enhance data collection are helping shops improve efficiency from the front office to the shop floor. Here are a few manufacturing software products to be found within IMTS spark.
HyperMill 2020 Updates Include Advanced Automation Center
Open Mind hyperMill 2020 CAD/CAM software incorporates an advanced automation center and user-friendly enhancements to simplify the machining process.
HyperMill's CAD Access, Reuse Technology Eases Data Transfer
Hoops Exchange, a CAD data access and reuse technology, will be integrated into HyperCAD-S and HyperMill to ease transfer of CAD and product manufacturing information (PMI) data between applications.
Open Mind's HyperMill 2020.1 Provides Improved Five-Axis Strategies
Open Mind Technologies has introduced HyperMill 2020.1, featuring enhancements to 3D and 5-Axis Machining for complex part manufacturing.
September 2019 Product Spotlight: EMO Hannover
Catch a preview of some of the metalworking technologies to be on display at EMO Hannover next week in this special product spotlight.
HyperMill 2019.2 Saves Time on Finishing Processes
Open Mind Technologies’ HyperMill 2019.2 includes high-precision 3D finishing, five-axis tangent machining, high-performance turning and CAD-for-CAM technologies.
Open Mind Technologies' HyperMill CAM Software Enables Real-Time Synchronization and Simulation
EMO 2019: Open Mind Technologies’ HyperMill CAM software was developed with Industry 4.0 in mind.
Emuge, Open Mind Team Up to Present Five-Axis Workshop
The event will take place June 12, 2019, at Emuge’s North American corporate headquarters and technology center in Boylston, Massachusetts.
Open Mind, Grob Systems to Host Joint Seminar on Five-Axis Machining
The free seminar will take place June 4, 2019 in Auburn, Washington, at Machine Tools Northwest.
CAD/CAM Suite Eliminates Cycle Recalculation Requirements
Eastec 2019: Open Mind’s HyperMill 2019.1 has a range of new features and enhancements including expanded modules, process optimizations, a new function for reducing calculation times, tool database flexibility, and CAD optimization.
CAD/CAM Updates Expand Finishing Functions, Ease Job Management
Open Mind has released HyperMill 2019.1, the latest version of the CAD/CAM suite, with an expanded finishing module in the the HyperMill Maxx Machining performance package.
Mill-Turn Module Supports Third-Axis Swiveling Head
The HyperMill Mill-Turn Machining module, created by Open Mind Technologies, combines turning and milling functions to promote optimal process reliability and efficient use of machines and tools.
Maximizing Machines, Empowering the Machinist: The Art of Shop Floor Efficiency
When the Great Recession hit Linda Tool, leadership for the 66-year-old machine shop decided against cutting staff. Instead, they made a series of strategic investments and decisions around five-axis machining that has allowed them to scale up the business without increasing headcount.
Basketball Hoop, Bald Eagle and Racing Helmet: All Thanks to HyperMill
From basketball hoops to racing helmets, Open Mind Technologies highlights the range of products its HyperMill CAM software can machine at its IMTS 2018 booth.
Open Mind Joins Partners in THINC
Okuma and Open Mind have collaborated on four- and five-axis projects for various Okuma machines.
CAM Software Improves Workflow, Enables Machine Simulation
IMTS 2018: Open Mind Technologies’ HyperMill CAM software includes a range of features: greater blending capabilities, 3D-optimized roughing and finishing, global fitting, rotational abilities for CAD electrode applications and virtual machining simulation.
Heidenhain, Open Mind Partner to Connect CAM Simulator, CNCs
Open Mind’s Connected Machining module will enable networked Heidenhain TNC controls to be run from remote locations.
CAM Software Helps Shop Five-Axis Machine Aerospace Part
A five-axis machine and HyperMill CAM software from Open Mind Technologies gave a shop the ability to meet the tight tolerances required for the camera-mounting brackets on a NASA satellite mission.
CAD/CAM Software Optimizes Roughing with High-Feed Cutters
Open Mind has released version 2018.1 of its HyperMill CAD/CAM software suite
CAM Strategy for Turning Method Provides Process Reliability
Vandurit has developed a RollFeed turning method that is complemented by a HyperMill CAM strategy from Open Mind.
CAD/CAM Module Automates Die-Sinking Electrode Design
Open Mind Technologies’ HyperCAD-S Electrode module for its HyperMill software automates the design and production of electrodes for die-sinking, enabling users to base their electrode designs on the face to be machined within the component geometry.
Emuge, Open Mind to Offer Free Seminar on Five-Axis Machining
The event will focus on the former’s trochoidal and circle-segment end mills and the latter’s CAM package.
CAM Package Provides Finishing, Roughing, Drilling Modules
Open Mind offers the Maxx Machining performance package for its HyperMill CAM system, which features modules for finishing, roughing and drilling.
CAM Software Provides Strategies for Roughing, Finishing, Drilling
EMO 2017: Open Mind Technologies will present HyperMill Maxx Machining and other new CAM software solutions.
Updated CAM Suite Enables Production of T Slots, Design of Electrodes
Open Mind Technologies has introduced version 2017.2 of its HyperMill CAM software suite enhanced for speed and flexibility.
Grob, Open Mind to Offer Free, Two-Day Technology Seminar
The event is scheduled for August 1-2, 2017, at Grob’s headquarters in Ohio.
Emuge, Open Mind Technologies Formalize Partnership
The two companies have a history of collaboration.
CAM Software Features Roughing, Finishing, Drilling Strategies
Eastec 2017: Open Mind will present Maxx Machining, a set of high-performance strategies for roughing, finishing and drilling for the company’s HyperMill CAM software.
Open Mind Announces Cooperation Agreement with SoftInWay Inc.
The partnership is intended to bring the companies’ CAM and CAD software, respectively, to bear on the turbomachinery manufacturing sector.
CAM System Offers Extended Chip Break Functionality
Open Mind Technologies has released version 2017.1 of its HyperMill CAM system.
Autodesk Certifies Compatibility with Open Mind Software
HyperMill 2016.2 has been certified for use with Autodesk Inventor 2017 software.
CAM Strategies Improve Machining Times
Open Mind Technologies USA will present HyperMill Maxx Machining, a set of high-performance strategies within HyperMill CAM for improved roughing, drilling and finishing.
Shop Favors Different Flavor of Five-Axis Technology
Campbell Engineering benefits from a new twist on the tombstone workholding concept, which enables one of its HMCs to perform 3+2 machining to reduce scrap while supporting the higher-volume needs of its medical customers.
Software Provides Strategies for Roughing, Drilling, Finishing
Open Mind will present HyperMill 2016.2, which includes the Maxx Machining performance package, a set of high-performance toolpath techniques for roughing, drilling (pocket-opening) and finishing.
CAM Software Helps Shop Gain Machining Efficiencies
VIDEO NOTE: Scroll to the bottom of the page for a behind-the-scenes look at 5th Axis, and hear Chris Taylor talk about how Hypermill software has helped his company.
Video: Think Twice Before Reaching for That Ballnose
Another type of tool engages comparatively more of the work to facilitate larger stepovers for improved efficiency and surface finish in five-axis finishing operations.
Ballnose Alternative Shines in Five-Axis Finishing
Large cutting edge radii facilitate higher-stepover passes that improve surface finish and reduce cycle time.
CAM Software Enables Tangent Plane Machining
Open Mind Technologies will preview version 2016.1 of its HyperMill CAM featuring a finishing strategy from the modular HyperMill Maxx machining performance package.
CAM Software Integrates with CAD for Efficiency
Open Mind will present HyperMill 2015.1, a CAM software that covers 2.5D through five-axis milling and drilling, and turn-milling.
The Tactical Merit of Five-Axis Machining
A job shop relying on homegrown talent to win aerospace and defense work expands its five-axis capabilities
CAD Software Adjusts for Deformation
HyperCAD-S, Open Mind’s CAD system, integrates with the company’s HyperMill CAM system, designed to meet the needs of NC programmers.
CAM Suite Improves Five-Axis Drilling
Open Mind Technologies' HyperMill 2014 CAM suite features an extension for advanced five-axis drilling and roughing strategies.
CAM Program Enables Precise Rest Machining
Open Mind Technologies USA will present its high-performance HyperMill CAM software for the mold and die industry.
CAM Software Incorporates CAD Component
Open Mind’s hyperMill 2013.2 release includes updates to hyperCAD-S, a CAD component designed to address the requirements of NC programmers, particularly for tool and moldmaking.
Roughing Module Offers 2D Cutting Optimization
Open Mind’s hyperMaxx roughing module for hyperMill, initially designed for 3D arbitrary stock-contour machining and five-axis shape-offset roughing, now offers its high-performance cutting optimization strategy for 2D pocket milling.
Program Integrates CAD and CAM
Open Mind Technologies’ hyperMill 2012 for SolidWorks enables integration of continuous processes from the drawing to the machine.
Software Optimizes Large- and Small-Part Roughing
The hyperMaxx optional roughing strategy from Open Mind is fully integrated with hyperMill to optimize milling paths, maximize material removal and reduce machining times.
Machining Strategy for Five-Axis Shape Offset Machining
Five-axis contour offset roughing and finishing has been added to Open Mind’s hyperMill software.
Open Mind Renews Agreement with MachineWorks
Open Mind Technologies (Wessling, Germany), developer of the hyperMill CAD/CAM system, has renewed its agreement with MachineWorks (Sheffield, U.K.) for the use of the latter company’s simulation and verification algorithms.
Five-Axis Programming and Simulation
Open Mind Technologies’ hyperMILL 2011 includes the hyperMAXX high-performance roughing module, which is designed to save time during roughing operations.
CAM Software Version Emphasizes Automation Capabilities
The hyperMILL 2010.1 CAM software edition is the company’s first package designed with 64-bit computing in mind. This version also includes continued emphasis on providing automation capabilities allowing the ability to store proven machining procedures, reuse corporate knowledge, add logic, make powerful programming macros and even drive hyperMILL from external applications using an API interface, the company says.
Five-Axis Technology
HyperMill from Open Mind Technologies features five-axis technology including automated cutter orientation techniques, collision detection and collision avoidance methods.
Software Update Features CAD Integration
HyperMill 2009. 2 from Open Mind now includes a CAD integration for Autodesk Inventor 2010, which has been certified by Autodesk.
CAM Software For Five-Axis Applications
HyperMill 2009. 1 provides solutions for 2. 5D to 3D to five-axis applications.
Free Seminar Explores New Machining Strategies
To help manufacturers succeed in a difficult economy, a complimentary one-day seminar will showcase new ways of integrating the latest machining products and techniques to improve productivity and product quality while reducing costs. Jointly hosted by cutting tool manufacturer Emuge, machine tool builder Hermle Machine, software developer Open Mind and metrology provider M&H Probing Systems, the event is scheduled for June 9 at Emuge’s Technology Center in West Boylston, Massachussetts. Technical representatives from each company will answer questions about products, technology and processes and how they interact to produce predictable and more efficient manufacturing cycles.
Specialized CAM Software For Dental Applications
HyperDent CAM software is specialized for the preparation and production of dental restorative components. The software has a streamlined user interface to guide technicians through preparing machining instructions for copings, crowns and bridges. The process can be applied in titanium, soft zirconium oxide and hardened zirconium oxide.
CAM System Simplifies Tire Mold Programming
PROBLEM: Segmented tire molds required complex, time-consuming programming SOLUTION: HyperMill CAD software from Open Mind RESULTS: Improved delivery time, part quality Chris Sipe, owner of Northeast Tire Molds in Akron, Ohio, likens machining tire molds to evolutionary theory—while some firms go out on a
Shoe Manufacturer Improves Time To Market With CAM Software
Speed is one of the selling points athletic shoe manufacturers use to market their products: Buy their shoes and you'll run faster. But speed is not just a factor in selling shoes; it has become an essential in their manufacture as well.
NC Product Shootout Yields Rewards For Automotive Mold Supplier
Tycos Tool and Die (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) supplies automotive fascia molds to several major automotive manufacturers, including the Big Three: DaimlerChrysler, Ford Motor Co. and General Motors. A fascia mold contains complex geometry, where details and precision are key. Additionally, machining one 22,000-pound mold can take up to ten days of detailed work, and a small error can scrap a $500,000 mold. Tycos used various NC programming solutions at each of its 10 different machining centers, with most programming taking place on the shop floor.
Programming For High Speed Machining
You'll have to change your NC programming strategy for high speed machining. Here are some quick tips, and some features to look for in your CAM system.