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New functionality in Edgecam 2014 R2 includes automatic conversion of 2D design data to a 3D model, and other significant enhancements to Edgecam Worfklow, from the user interface to improved automatic machining processes.

Significant CAD enhancements and CAM developments are promised for the new version of Vero's VISI mould and die focused software. VISI 20 gets its first public showing at IMTS 2012 (September 10-15, Chicago). 

Vero Software has announced the merger of its operations with those of Planit Holdings, a developer of CAD/CAM software for the sheet metal fabrication and woodworking sectors. Planit Group offers its software products under the Edgecam, Alphacam, Cabinet Vision, CabnetWare, Javelin and Radan brands. Vero focuses on plastic injection moulds, sheet metal stamping dies, multi-axis milling, laser cutting and wire EDM, under the VISI, PEPS, Machining Strategist and SMIRT brands.

Vero Software will soon release the latest version of its flagship product VISI. VISI 19 has many new features in all areas of the product including core 3D CAM development and a continued focus on tool design and manufacture. VISI Modelling is the base platform for all products, and enhancements include an updated GUI with improved user interaction, new blending capabilities, improved annotation, advanced profile offset, graphical texture mapping and support for the JT Open file format.

Part thickness and rib design - both easily applied with common CAD functionality, but two issues that dramatically affect design integrity. In the first of a series of articles to be published in future editions of DPA, Marc Freebrey focuses on design fundamentals and the impact they have on manufacturing and production processes