Vericut Version 9.5: Elevating Precision, Reducing Downtime
Unlock next-level manufacturing efficiency with Vericut 9.5—featuring enhanced tool wear tracking, CNC machine connectivity, and smarter automation for increased productivity and minimized downtime.
Vericut 9.5: Key Enhancements and Features
AIM CNC Solutions is excited to announce the latest release of Vericut Version 9.5, the industry-leading software for CNC machine simulation, verification, and optimization. Trusted by manufacturers worldwide, Vericut is a standalone solution that integrates seamlessly with all major CAM systems, empowering users to optimize CNC operations, increase efficiency, and reduce downtime across metal cutting, additive manufacturing, hybrid manufacturing, and composite machining.
Vericut 9.5 introduces a host of new features and improvements designed to enhance the user experience and automate the CNC optimization process. Whether you’re working with edited NC programs or those created outside of CAM systems, Vericut’s powerful simulation tools ensure accuracy and performance at every stage of the manufacturing process.
Tool Summary and Heat Map for Enhanced Tool Management
The new Heat Map feature in Vericut 9.5 offers a clear, visual representation of wear patterns on milling and drilling tools. By tracking key machining factors like cutting time, material removal, and cutting distance, users can predict tool wear more accurately and optimize tool life across different materials. This real-time feedback helps manufacturers reduce unexpected tool failures, improve tool inventory management, and increase overall efficiency.
CNC Machine Connectivity for Real-Time Monitoring
Vericut 9.5 introduces CNC Machine Connectivity, which allows users to connect directly to their CNC machines, accessing real-time data during and after the machining process. The newly enhanced Postcheck capability enables users to review archived CNC machine data within Vericut simulations. This feature allows manufacturers to evaluate how well the machine performed, identifying areas where adjustments such as spindle overrides or emergency stops were applied during a specific operation.
Interactive CSYS and Model Transformations
Vericut’s new interactive coordinate system and model transformation tools make it easier than ever to translate and rotate components within simulations. The simplified interface shows clear visual cues of pending transformations, giving users confidence that parts will be positioned exactly as required. This streamlines the setup process and reduces the potential for errors during machining.
Advanced CAM Interfaces for Seamless Integration
With Version 9.5, Vericut continues to enhance its CAM interfaces, supporting the latest software releases, including Mastercam and CATIA5. This update introduces an intuitive new look and feel to the Mastercam-to-Vericut interface, which now automates the setup of fixtures, stock, and design data directly from within the CAM system. These enhancements make it easier than ever to integrate Vericut into your existing workflow, minimizing manual inputs and maximizing efficiency.
Smarter Learn Mode for Automated Optimization
The Learn Mode in Vericut 9.5 has been upgraded to be “smarter” than ever, enabling it to analyze machining operations performed by each tool and automatically optimize performance based on the tool’s specific use—whether for roughing, semi-finishing, or finishing. This tailored optimization ensures that tools are used at peak efficiency across multiple operations, further improving overall productivity.
Interactive Simulation Timeline and Notifications
The enhanced Simulation Timeline now provides real-time color-coded markers to indicate errors, warnings, or other events that occur during a simulation. Users can easily click on markers to investigate specific issues and adjust NC programs as needed. Additionally, a new Notifications tab in Vericut’s Preferences allows users to set up automated alerts via email or Microsoft Teams when simulations are completed, keeping users informed of simulation status and results in real-time.
Additional Vericut 9.5 Features:
- CNC Machine Simulation: Support for machines using Okuma, Siemens, and Heidenhain controls.
- Fanuc Control Integration: Tether a Fanuc control simulator to a digital twin in Vericut to observe real-time machine behavior.
- EDM Die Sinking Simulation: Support for machines using a new “Electrode” tool type for precise EDM operations.
- Drag and Drop Simplification: Easily import project files into Vericut by dragging ZIP files into the interface and resaving directly into the same format.
- User-Friendly GUI Enhancements: Simplified graphical user interface (GUI) panels for Tool Manager, cutting condition graphs, and machine component configuration.
These new features and enhancements solidify Vericut 9.5 as an essential tool for manufacturers aiming to stay ahead of the curve in precision machining. Its ability to integrate seamlessly with existing workflows while offering cutting-edge real-time monitoring and automated optimization sets it apart as the go-to solution for reducing machine downtime and maximizing productivity.
For a detailed breakdown of Vericut 9.5’s capabilities, download our Vericut Whitepaper here, or reach out to us at info@aim-cnc.com to schedule a demo.
