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Mechanical engineering: making a successful digital transition today to better meet tomorrow’s productivity objectives [WHITE PAPER]
Industry 4.0, through the digital transition and the adoption of new technologies, is the main challenge for mechanical industries. Robotization, implementation of management systems, simulation, digital twins, production management, workshop management, Cloud...
Making tool management simple – Is it possible?
If producing machined parts for your manufacturing tools is a complex process, should the system that is supposed to make it more efficient be a “necessary evil”? Considering the cost of stopping production because a part is missing from the tool magazine, the necessity of a good tool management system seems obvious, but it does not have to be complicated as it should be designed to make your processes more efficient and safer. Here is how.
Industry 4.0: Challenges and perspectives for the factory of the future and intelligent machining
In a context of fierce competition where globalization is omnipresent and consumer habits are changing, companies have no choice but to change their manufacturing methods. The factory of the future will have to be agile and connected in order to ensure...
Say goodbye to the boundaries between the Design Engineers and the Process Engineers, thanks to TopSolid!
However, at the time of Industry 4.0, where connectivity and communication in all directions are a strategic necessity. The divide between the IT department through the manufacturing department tends to become a structural issue for the company’s performance.
Let’s discover how the TopSolid digital solution can break down these walls!
Why must CAD/CAM solutions become increasingly flexible?
In recent years, the notion of flexibility has become an integral part with companies of all sizes. All resources are considered: flexibility in terms of staff working hours, adaptation of the organization’s personnel according to demand, the flexibility of the software used…
Preparation, control, and quality: everything you need to know about machine probing with TopSolid’Cam
Imagine a CAD/CAM solution that allows you to program and simulate your probing cycles – preparation, control, quality, safety – guarantees optimal reliability… This is the package offered by the TopSolid’Cam CAD/CAM solution, which we invite you to discover …
CAD/CAM: Why merge your design and manufacturing processes?
The divide between design and manufacturing processes is the norm in companies most of the time. And if the reasons are diverse, they seem less and less legitimate. Indeed, some companies have already taken the step of managing these two stages together and merging the associated software. As such, they put forward the undeniable benefits in terms of competitive advantage, reliability, timesaving, and productivity.
In the era of Industry 4.0, is it still relevant to question the advantages of a single CAD/CAM solution? To understand the stakes and decide to take the plunge, follow us!
5 necessary features of CAD/CAM software
The furnishing and design sector present an infinite creative range. In addition, the demand is characterized by needs as varied as they can be complex. An efficient design and manufacturing tool is therefore essential. The question is how to find the rare pearl, adaptable to both customer requirements and project constraints, but also capable of preserving efficiency, reliability, and – the most important – respect delivery deadlines.
What are the seven essential features of a CAD software?
The CAD software must have all the necessary features to address your needs. To choose your computer-aided design (CAD) software, you need to take into account the current issues specific to your business! What are the challenges that professionals encounter for designing parts and machines?
7 good reasons to switch to TopSolid
You have noticed that some of your competitors are saving money by using TopSolid, and you may be wondering why you should change software.
Here are seven important reasons to switch to TopSolid that will guide you in your decision.
TOPSOLID SAS and Thibaut Group establish a partnership: review of an exemplary case study
Thibaut, a company that manufactures machine tools, has joined the know-how and the software tool of the publisher TOPSOLID SAS to improve its solutions for stone machining. A newly developed programming assistance software, which is the result of the collaboration between the two companies, allows users to exploit the full potential of the Thibaut machines. A look back at a successful partnership.
Swiss Turn with TopSolid’Cam
Swiss Turn refers to a type of machine with the distinctive feature of having a sliding headstock. Bar turning machines are mainly used for medium and large production runs and for machining complex parts in small batches, using numerous tools in a single program....
Why does CAD/CAM allow you to add new markets and also earn money?
While many companies have not yet acquired their own CAD/CAM solution, the fact remains that a well-thought-out CAD/CAM solution can be a great ally in growing your business. How can CAD/CAM allow you to add new markets? What are the main criteria to take into account when choosing a CAD/CAM solution?
BoostMilling: how to save time on machining cycles?
Extremely hard materials, exotic shapes: machining tools are often put to the test and their lifespan is sometimes limited. BoostMilling is a roughing strategy that removes material faster while increasing tool life. Let’s find out more about what BoostMilling is and how it can save you money.
Advantages and criteria for choosing the PDM for your CAD/CAM solution
In the age of digitization, design can no longer work without the management component. CAD/CAM companies are well aware of this: managing and storing product data using an automated centralization tool is a major challenge. Yet the use of a PDM in machining is still not the norm. Why should you have a PDM for CAM machining? What are the benefits?
Which CAD/CAM solution should you choose for the production of single parts, small, medium, or large quantities?
In an ultra-competitive market, companies are confronted with the increasing reactivity from professionals in their market. A reactivity that they must match, or better yet, surpass. At the other end of the commercial supply chain, the customers themselves are raising their level of demand. In a technological context of process automation, where AI allows for extra confidence in speed and reliability, customers feel justified in demanding impeccable results within a short timeframe. Two significant – and closely related – objectives are emerging: to produce quickly and satisfactorily.
Everything you need to know about programming complex parts
In CAD/CAM, and particularly in machining, the manufacturing of parts with complex shapes must comply with the functional specifications expressed by the designer or the creator. The geometric model built in CAD is a digital reference model that must be reproduced as accurately as possible during the manufacturing phase.
How do you manage a large interior design project using a CAD/CAM software?
Carrying out all the work involved in site layout is a part of the daily life of interior designers. As a decoration and finishing specialist, he is called upon to manage projects of all sizes and to work from interior design concepts and execution drawings. CAD/CAM software is a valuable ally for large and complex projects. Let’s find out why together.
What are the advantages of an open and customizable CAD/CAM solution?
As the performance and productivity requirements of professionals increase, design and manufacturing software evolves. An open and customizable CAD/CAM solution is what TOPSOLID offers to support companies for the purposes of unlimited and increasing development. What are the possibilities specifically offered by this type of software? What are the benefits of implementing them in your company? Discover the benefits of an open and customizable CAD/CAM solution through the features of TopSolid’Wood for the woodworking industry.
TopSolid’Design at the service of Métallerie Letourneau
Métallerie Letourneau company manufactures metal structures for individuals and companies. Equipped with TopSolid’Design since 2015, the company designs all of its productions using the CAD software from the French publisher. A software that is perfectly adapted to the needs of the company since it allows it to meet the specific expectations and requirements of each of its customers.
Do you specialize in the construction of metal structures? Are you looking for a software that is both simple and efficient, allowing you to manage numerous projects?
Find out why Métallerie Letourneau chose TopSolid and how it perfectly meets the company’s quality requirements.
