Postprocessors
Error-Free Transfer From CAM to the NC Program
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Postprocessors are specifically matched with the manufacturing tasks, the machine and type of controller. On one hand, the intelligence of the corresponding controller (ex: control cycles, path correction, program part repetition) can be better exploited. On the other hand, every customer receives a solution ideally customized to the their manufacturing processes.
hyperMILL® calculates neutral paths such as machine and controller independent toolpaths. The postprocessors from OPEN MIND Technologies generate customized NC programs from these calculations. This takes into account the many differences in machines and controllers, and the individual requirements of each customer.
Use the intelligence of controllers
➤ 2D control cycles
➤ 2D tool radius correction
➤ Sub-routines
➤ Program part repetitions
➤ Work plane switching, i.e. indexed machining
➤ 5-axis simultaneous machining
A Post Processor is a unique “driver” specific to a CNC machine. The Postprocessor works with the CAM software to make sure the G-Code output or program is correct for a specific machine build.
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Machine-related solutions for indexed and 5-axis simultaneous machining
➤ 2D control cycles
➤ Support for grooved rotary axes
➤ Serrated rotary axes
➤ Limited angle area for the rotary axes
➤ Correction of linear offsets depending on the rotational angle (RTCP/TCPM)
➤ Shortest rotation paths
Collaboration with well-known manufacturers
OPEN MIND Technologies collaborates with manufacturers to develop solutions that optimally satisfy the requirements of the system in question. OPEN MIND produces postprocessors both for milling machines and controllers from well-known manufacturers as well as for specialized equipment.