Mastercam X2 supports CAD model change tracking

CNC Software's Mastercam X2 includes two powerful new tools – File Tracking and Change Recognition – that give an easy way to identify changes and streamlining programming of an updated file. * Create a checklist of files to watch including Mastercam, SolidWorks, Autocad, or other CAD files. Mastercam alerts users when a newer version of any file on the list is available; * Mastercam’s Change Recognition identifies modifications to any type of CAD geometry with no file type limitations – any combination of wireframe, solids, or surfaces; * Mastercam marks any toolpaths affected by the updated CAD file. Users can quickly select the new geometry and update the toolpaths; * Once an affected toolpath is updated, users can automatically update any additional toolpaths that use that geometry. “The real power of these tools becomes clear when receiving engineering changes to a large file with multiple operations,” says CNC Software vice president Brian Summers. “Something as simple as a few additional drill holes could be frustrating to identify. Now, with a few mouse clicks, you can immediately locate and program these changes, saving valuable time,” he adds.