Controller Emulation Allows Integrated G-Code Verification and Simulation
HAVERHILL, MA. January 11, 2007 IMS Software, the pioneering developer of advanced NC postprocessing, verification and simulation solutions has announced the immediate availability of IMSce for V5, providing CNC controller emulation functionality within the CATIA V5 manufacturing environment. Controller emulation provides processing of machine-specific G and M-code, allowing the integrated verification and simulation within V5 to check the actual data which will drive the machine, not just the toolpath as generated by the CAM system.
Most CAM software provides NC verification with material removal, and in some cases machine simulation, but normally only checks the toolpath generated by the software. What happens between the CAM system and the machine — postprocessing to convert the toolpath to the correct format, optimization for speeds, feeds, retraction and reorientation at machine limits, or simply hand-editing by the operator — can introduce conditions that can be costly if not identified before the part is on the machine.
CATIA V5 from Dassault Systemes provides a unique integrated approach allowing G-code validation without leaving the V5 environment; controller emulation capability with IMSce for V5 provides the machine motion, while checking for syntax and logic errors and alerting the user when they occur.
IMSce for V5 provides robust controller emulation for all types of CNC controllers on the market today, including Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain (ISO and conversational formats), Fadal, Num, Mazak and many others. Full support for controller variables, subprograms, expressions, canned cycles, probing and more ensure the most accurate and robust simulation available in the industry.
About IMS
IMS Software, Inc., founded in 1989, is a recognized leader in providing NC postprocessing, verification and simulation solutions and services to companies seeking a competitive advantage in the manufacturing industry. With headquarters in Haverhill, MA., IMS postprocessing solutions are sold worldwide, addressing the needs of companies of all sizes, primarily in the automotive, aerospace and defense, general manufacturing and machinery, and electromechanical industries. Information on IMSpost and IMSverify is available at https://www.ims-software.com.
IMSpost , IMSverify and IMSce for V5 are trademarks of IMS Software, Inc.