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Description

Hole & 2-Axis Tactics can significantly reduce programming times by up to 70% by automatically generating toolpaths that are ready for manufacturing. With over 40 types of machining operations at your disposal, you can efficiently tackle any manufacturing project with confidence. Whether you're working with Nurbs or STL geometries, creating the desired toolpaths—including undercut options—is a straightforward process. The 5-axis milling system offers a comprehensive approach for both indexing and 4 to 5-axis machining, while also being compatible with STL files. A wide range of advanced functions such as Swarf, Drive Curve, Drive Surface, Flow Cut, Side Cut, and Point Control are included to enhance machining versatility in various situations. Additionally, a suite of verification and simulation tools ensures that the machining process is feasible, reliable, and safe. For instance, Solid Verify allows users to simulate the actual machining to assess material excess, ensuring that the machining is not only effective but also efficient, leading to superior production outcomes. Moreover, this combination of tools and functionalities helps optimize the entire manufacturing workflow, making it easier to achieve high-quality results consistently.

Description

form•Z pro is an advanced 3D design software that offers a diverse range of modeling tools and styles, all wrapped in an intuitive interface that allows users to fully realize and share their creative visions. Built on sophisticated 3D solid and surface modeling techniques, it ensures that your designs remain true to form throughout the stages of visualization, layout, animation, and fabrication. The Object Symmetry feature generates a symmetry plane for an object, ensuring that any modifications made to one side are automatically reflected on the opposite side, thus preserving balance in the design. This symmetry capability is particularly adept at handling NURBs curves, NURB surfaces, and Sub-D objects, making it versatile for complex modeling tasks. Additionally, Reference Files enable the incorporation of data from one project into another, facilitating the management of intricate static information in external files while promoting teamwork through file sharing as the design evolves. Python serves as an accessible yet powerful scripting language within the application, empowering users to extend functionality and customize their workflows seamlessly. Overall, form•Z pro stands out as a comprehensive tool for both individual creators and collaborative teams in the realm of 3D design.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Augment No 
Maxwell Health No 
Maxwell Render No 
SimLab CAD Viewer Yes 
SimLab Composer Yes 
Sketchfab No 
SprutCAM X Yes 

Integrations

Augment Yes 
Maxwell Health Yes 
Maxwell Render Yes 
SimLab CAD Viewer No 
SimLab Composer No 
Sketchfab Yes 
SprutCAM X No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$175
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 Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
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 Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

ZWSOFT

Founded

1997

Country

China

Website

www.zwsoft.com/product/zw3d

Vendor Details

Company Name

AutoDesSys

Founded

2014

Country

United States

Website

www.formz.com/fzsite1219/products/formz/formz_pro.html

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing Yes 
Animation Yes 
Annotations Yes 
Bill of Materials Yes 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools Yes 
Component Library Yes 
Data Import / Export Yes 
For 3D Printing Yes 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers Yes 
Reference Management Yes 
Simulation Yes 

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
Annotations No 
Bill of Materials No 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
For 3D Printing No 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers No 
Reference Management No 
Simulation No 

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