OK what is this software?

[CNCadmin]

OK what is this software and what does it do?

[grantmi1]

It is CNC software that is integrated into SolidWorks. They are a SolidWorks gold partner meaning there software can operate inside of SolidWorks not just attached. I have been very happy with the softwares speed of processing and also layout and options. When I update a part I do not have to start over with my cutter paths it is updated for me. I was a prior MasterCam user and was not happy at that time with MasterCams ability to work with solids that was version 8.1 I believe. Also I felt that mastercam took a very long time to process. I do miss some of the features that mastercam has but I would trade the speed anytime. We do fine finish cutting and this makes for huge files. CamWorks started as solids based software from the start. And does not try to be a CAD program but instead relies on SolidWorks.

Does anyone else use this software.

[cadcam]

grantmi1, I know you have made the change and all is good but just so you know the newer version of Mastercam is much faster then 8.1 being 9.1 and alot more features including alot more tools for 5-axis.

But I am intersested in see your thoughts on Tech-soft.

[grantmi1]

Thanks and if you look at CamWorks home page they are adding more, I am so excited. Oh and remember open mind open mind.Teksoft

[grantmi1]

Oh and I would consider MasterCam again after they go to a windows interface. I will be open to looking at all CNC programs again at some point. I dont believe in staying with a program just because. After it has turned a profit and we are still busy I will evaluate again. If it is the best then I will keep it.

[cadcam]

grantmi1 are version 10 or as it will be called Version X will be a big new change.
I have seen a little all ready.

As for me and other cadcam softwares I will play but not change.
I am a Die hard when it comes to MC.
But I do have an open mind as for looking at the others.

I am also not saying that MC is the best software,but is one of the top ones and has improved for sure over the years sense I started making molds with it in Version 2.

One of my good friends is a dealer of Solidworks and Teksoft.
I am going to try and go out soon and play with the teksoft some.

Have a great holiday.

Jay

[grantmi1]

Ej, or Jorge?

Thanks hope you had a good holiday too

[georgebarr]

Is there a Camworks that works with Autocad?

[grantmi1]

I know their is CAM systems that do but I do not remember which.

[ttodd]

I have been using Camworks now for 3 years, with evey new release it impresses me even more. The fact that it runs within Solidworks is great. I use to use Ideas, and that software was very difficult to use, to many icons, Camworks is very easy to use, espically when the Technology data Base is set up.

[grantmi1]

You post in Teksoft forums too right?

[ttodd]

Yeah, I go there about once a week to try and pick up on some new tricks or ideas.