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Additive Module for CNC-Machine Simulation and Optimization Software
CGTech Booth 843
CGTech is featuring its VeriCut version 8.1 CNC- machine simulation, veri- fication and optimization software that simulates all types of CNC-machining, additive and hybrid processes. The software operates independently, but also can be integrated with CAM systems.
Its Additive module simulates both additive and traditional CNC-machining capabilities applied in any order. Simulating both operations identifies potential problems that can occur when integrating additive methods. The user has access to detailed history stored with VeriCut’s unique droplet technology, a programming timesaver that quickly identifies the source of errors with a single click, according to company officials.
The software’s additive capabilities show realistic laser cladding and material depo- sition, detect collisions between the machine and additive part, and find errors, voids and misplaced material. VeriCut simulates the post-processed NC code that controls the CNC machine, ensuring proper usage of additive functions and laser parameters. Users can experiment with combining additive and subtractive processes to determine optimal, safe hybrid-manufacturing methods.
www.cgtech.com
Laser AM Systems
Trumpf Booth 1342
Trumpf displays its TruPrint 1000 Multilaser, TruPrint 3000 and TruLaser Cell 3000 with laser-metal-deposition (LMD) package. The TruPrint 1000 Multilaser, equipped with the two 200-W lasers, uses laser-metal-fusion (LMF) technology to create compo- nents layer by layer from metal powders with grain sizes as small as 20 μm. The TruPrint
Noncontact Laser-Beam Monitoring for AM
Ophir
Booth 1943
Ophir’s BeamWatch AM reportedly is the industry's first noncontact laser- beam-monitoring system for AM. The lightweight, compact unit enables real- time measurement of focal shift during the laser startup of powder-bed-fusion processes. It measures key beam-size, position and quality parameters, including focus-spot size and beam caustic. This
3000, a medium-format AM machine for large-scale production of complex metal parts, utilizes LMF technology and processes parts measuring to 300-mm dia. and 400-mm tall. Depending on the part, weldable materials including steel, nickel-based alloys, titanium or aluminum are processed.
The TruLaser Cell 3000 with LMD package, a five-axis laser system, offers the option to use LMD technology in addition to other laser processes such as welding and cutting, making it ideal for adding volume and other shapes to existing parts. www.trumpf.com/en_US
allows users to determine when the beam is aligned and in focus, thus providing more consistent metallurgy. BeamWatch AM uses Rayleigh scatter to image the beam without contacting the laser. This removes the potential for damage to the laser and speeds the measurement process by as much as 2 min., according to com- pany officials.
www.ophiropt.com
DPBF and DMD Systems, and More
OR Laser Technology, Inc. Booth 1630
OR Laser demonstrates its full range of industrial AM equipment, including its latest direct-powder-bed-fusion and direct-metal-deposition systems, along with its cloud-manufacturing services. Also on display: the Orlas Cube, a flexible and fully enclosed system for laser-mate- rial-processing tasks.
www.orlaser.com
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