PowerMILL is a 3D

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solution that runs on

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for the programming of tool paths for 2 to 5 axis

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(Computer Numerical Control) Milling machines developed by

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Inc. The software is used in a range of different engineering industries to determine optimal tool paths to reduce time and manufacturing costs as well as reduce tool loads and produce smooth surface finishes. More than 15,000 organisations use PowerMILL worldwide.

History

The code of PowerMILL originates from the software DUCT which was developed in 1973 by

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and Ed Lambourne along with the help of Delta Metal Group, whose funding aided the transfer of the system into industry. DUCT was initially developed with the sponsorship of Control Data in Germany in the form of access to their

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computing resources. The advancement of mini computers from 1982 meant that it became economically viable to design complex 3D shapes using a computer. From 1995 to 1998 DUCT was gradually replaced with a new range of products, which covered the full manufacturing cycle from conceptual design through to manufacture. Delcam's Power Solution range of products that built upon the functionality of the DUCT suite, incorporated the latest user interface technology and offered users many new benefits.

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PowerMILL Pro includes PS-Exchange a CAD data translator for all neutral import and export (IGES and VDA and STEP) PowerMILL 3+2 Machining where a 3 axis milling program is executed with the cutting tool locked in a tilted position PowerMILL 4&5 axis machining for 4 and 5 axis machines PowerMILL Rotary Axis for machines using a rotary axis PowerMILL Training Seat/IGES Viewer PowerMILL Port Machining for the machining of tubular apertures PowerMILL Blade, Blisk & Impeller Machining PowerMILL Robot Interface for programming of robotic arms

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History

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