Siemens and ModuleWorks are strengthening their long-standing partnership by integrating advanced physics-based toolpath technologies directly into the Siemens NX CAM environment.
The collaboration combines NX CAM with ModuleWorks’ machining technologies to help manufacturers optimise processes, improve machining performance and strengthen the digital thread from design and programming through to production. The technologies are available as plug-ins for NX CAM, part of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, providing access to advanced machining capabilities within the familiar NX workflow.
The plug-ins include VoluMill for science-based roughing, designed to deliver faster cycle times, longer tool life and higher material removal rates across a range of materials. VoluTurn automates turning operations to reduce manual programming, insert wear and tool over-engagement, while FeedControl uses physics-based simulation to optimise feed rates according to material properties and machine characteristics.
MDES Exporter automatically generates standardised tooling, fixture and part data from Siemens NX, supporting integration with simulation, collision avoidance and wider digital manufacturing workflows through MDES.
“By integrating advanced roughing, turning, feed-rate optimisation and digital manufacturing technologies directly into NX CAM, we’re enabling manufacturers to improve machining performance and programming workflows,” says Corsin Buerer, director of part manufacturing products at Siemens.
Dr Yavuz Murtezaoglu, founder and CEO of ModuleWorks, adds: “With this new level of integration, users gain an end-to-end solution for process optimisation, from high-performance roughing and turning to sophisticated feed-rate control, all within the native NX CAM workflow.”
The integration can help manufacturers reduce cycle times, extend tool life and simplify programming, while enabling faster adoption of connected manufacturing processes. Local installation also supports deployment within secure networks, helping manufacturers retain control of their manufacturing data.
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