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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 

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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 

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