Pathtrace partners with Chinese machine tool builder

As part of an expanding service, SMTCL investigated CAM software to complement its range of machine tools. EdgeCAM not only offered best functionality but also high levels of support both in China and globally. “We are continually aiming to increase our machine tool market share and are now focusing on complementary products and services to improve our customers’ manufacturing processes,” says Mr Liu, executive director of the SMTCL Design and Research Institute. “The high levels of functionality, ease of use and powerful programming ability of EdgeCAM will satisfy our customers’ requirements in CNC programming especially with respect to our new advanced mill/turn, multi-axis and 5-axis machine tools. This partnership will also benefit SMTCL in new research opportunities and joint promotions.” Worldwide sales director for Planit Metals, Steve Sivitter, added: “We greatly appreciate and value our co-operation with the biggest machine tool company in China. Our partnerships both with SMTCL and other leading machine tool companies illustrate why EdgeCAM maintains its position as a global leader, particularly in the field of complex production machining. EdgeCAM and SMTCL recognise the importance of investing in research and development and providing customers with a well integrated and proven CNC and CAM solution backed by best in class levels of service and support.” Picture: Left, William Zu, EdgeCAM China, with Mr Liu, executive director of Design and Research Institute of SMTCL.