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Open Mind unveils HyperMill 2015.1 CAM software

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The latest version of Open Mind’s CAM software suite, HyperMill 2015.1, features highlights that include the introduction of a 5-axis helical drilling strategy. This generates helical toolpaths with the tool plunging into the material quickly to eliminate the need for pre-drilling operations. By setting the milling tool inclination based on five axes, the user can benefit from efficient and tool-friendly machining with rapid swarf removal, says Open Mind.

With internal process quality control becoming increasingly important, three probing cycles have been added to HyperMill 2015.1. These include the measurement of rectangle and circle elements, as well as measuring parallel to the axis.

The touch probe is said to be easy to program in all cycles. This enables users to choose between three measuring functions: informative process control; active process control; and zero-point definition. By delivering these features, Open Mind says it will improve process reliability for customers.