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Description
MiCATPlanner offers enhanced flexibility in measurement by allowing users to establish tailored measuring rules as required. The operator can adjust the number of measurement points, their arrangement, and the speed of touch-trigger or scanning probes, based on the type of feature, its size, and additional factors. Multiple sets of rules can be implemented concurrently to meet specific manufacturing or customer demands, leading to a remarkable reduction of up to 95 percent in the time required to create CMM part programs. This not only decreases the labor costs associated with programming parts but also helps to avert costly and damaging probe collisions. To maximize efficiency, the system includes a virtual pre-run measurement program, enabling users to select which characteristics, features, and measurement point sets to incorporate or exclude from the measurement plan. Additionally, it allows for the automatic application of either individual or global measurement strategies across all part programs or targeted ones, ensuring consistent and efficient processing. It also provides explanations for features that cannot be measured, such as instances of missing GD&T or undefined probe angles, thereby improving overall clarity and effectiveness in the measurement process.
Description
NX CAM is a Siemens manufacturing software solution that helps companies automate CNC programming, accelerate machining, and improve production quality. It provides a single integrated CAD/CAM environment for moving from digital part models to precision machined components. The platform supports prismatic machining, mold and die work, electrode manufacturing, complex part machining, postprocessing, simulation, and on-machine probing. NX CAM uses feature-based machining and modern interactive techniques to generate operations faster and standardize programming processes. Its advanced machining strategies support high-performance roughing, high-feed finishing, multi-axis machining, and efficient material removal. Integrated G-code-driven simulation helps users validate machine tool motion, detect errors, reduce setups, and maximize machine uptime before production begins. The software also offers a cloud-based postprocessing solution with more than 1,000 postprocessors and machine digital twins. NX X Manufacturing brings CAD/CAM capabilities into a SaaS environment with cloud flexibility, security, and scalability. By combining CAD, CAM, simulation, probing, tool management, and manufacturing collaboration, NX CAM helps production teams improve throughput, accuracy, and shop floor efficiency.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
ArtiosCAD
No
Canvas Envision
No
Canvas X Geo
No
CoLab
No
Envision evCreator
No
MacroFusion
No
Predator CNC Editor
No
Predator Software
No
ProfiCAM VM
No
Integrations
ArtiosCAD
Yes
Canvas Envision
Yes
Canvas X Geo
Yes
CoLab
Yes
Envision evCreator
Yes
MacroFusion
Yes
Predator CNC Editor
Yes
Predator Software
Yes
ProfiCAM VM
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Mitutoyo
Founded
1963
Country
United States
Website
www.mitutoyo.com/products-and-solutions/software/micat/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Siemens
Founded
1847
Country
Germany
Website
www.siemens.com/en-us/products/nx-manufacturing/cam-software/
Product Features
Product Features
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Automatic Feature Recognition
No
CAD
No
CNC Machining
No
Custom Commands
No
Raw Material Management
No
Toolpath Simulation
No