Autodesk HSMWorks Ultimate

Unleash Integrated CAM Power with HSMWorks Ultimate 2024

• Streamline your CNC programming workflow within your existing SOLIDWORKS environment with HSMWorks Ultimate 2024.
• This powerful Computer-Aided Machining (CAM) software seamlessly integrates with SOLIDWORKS, empowering you to generate efficient and reliable toolpaths directly from your CAD model.
• HSMWorks supports a wide range of machining processes, including 2.5-axis milling, 3-axis milling, 4-axis milling, 5-axis milling, turning, and mill-turn machining, providing maximum flexibility for even the most complex parts.

Enhanced Efficiency and Reduced Costs:

• HSMWorks boasts a comprehensive library of advanced toolpath strategies like roughing, finishing, contouring, pocketing, and threading.
• This ensures optimal machining for various features, potentially leading to reduced cycle times and extended tool life.
• Ultimately, HSMWorks Ultimate 2024 empowers you to optimize your manufacturing workflows and achieve significant cost savings.

Key Features:

• Integrated SOLIDWORKS CAM: Eliminate the need to switch between software programs. Program your CNC directly within your familiar SOLIDWORKS environment for a streamlined workflow.
• 2.5- to 5-Axis Machining: Generate efficient toolpaths for a wide range of machining processes, offering maximum flexibility for complex parts.
• Advanced Toolpath Strategies: Leverage a comprehensive library of toolpath strategies to ensure optimal machining for various features.
• Automatic Feature Recognition: Save time and effort by automatically recognizing features directly from your SOLIDWORKS model for faster toolpath definition.
• Collision Detection & Verification: Simulate your CNC program within HSMWorks Ultimate 2024 to identify and prevent collisions, ensuring a smooth and error-free machining process.
• Multi-Core CPU Support: Accelerate toolpath calculations for complex designs by leveraging the power of multi-core CPUs, leading to faster programming times.
• Seamless Toolpath Editing: Easily refine and edit your generated toolpaths directly within HSMWorks for optimal machining results.
• Post-Processing Capabilities: Generate machine-specific G-code tailored to your CNC machine’s requirements, ensuring compatibility and smooth operation.
• Extensive Tool Library Integration: Access and utilize a comprehensive library of standard and user-defined cutting tools within HSMWorks.

Considering additional software?

• While HSMWorks Ultimate 2024 focuses on CAM programming within SOLIDWORKS.
• you might also be interested in Autodesk FeatureCAM, a standalone CAM software.
• AutoCAD Mechanical, a comprehensive suite of tools for mechanical engineers.