Simulation

Simulate and Machine Parts Confidently with ModuleWorks Simulation

Creating CAM programs can be difficult sometimes. Manufacturers always want to ensure that the CNC programs run safely on their machines without any surprises. However, this is not always the case. More often than not, machine operators find themselves having to modify CNC programs because the machine exceeded its limits, or a specific code didn’t work as expected. Machine Simulation is crucial here, as it provides users with an accurate representation of the machine’s behavior when running toolpaths and, ultimately, the output NC code.

ModuleWorks provides an advanced and robust portfolio of simulation products that address the end-to-end simulation requirements of the manufacturers. Our Simulation portfolio primarily addresses organizations seeking to deliver software solutions for simulating discrete manufacturing processes. With its two product lines, Simulation SDK and Simulation Systems, it enables CAM software developers, CNC controller manufacturers, and Machine Tool Builders to allow an integrated toolpath and NC program verification using state-of-the-art simulation technologies for their end users.

Typical Business Challenges

Optimizing the Process

Programmers always have to experiment and come up with the best possible method for machining a part. However, without visibility of how a CNC program will behave, it is difficult to predict the output.

Avoiding Collision

Failure to verify the CNC program may cause a collision on machine which should be avoided at all costs as manufacturers invest significant amount in the machines.

Reducing Cycle Time

Running CNC programs directly on the machine without prior verification of the code can result in various errors which can affect the total machining cycle time.

Providing Proven Technology

Development of simulation technology that works and integrates seamless with CAM software and CNC controllers takes years. Adding to that, customers always demand tried and tested solutions.

Solution Offered by ModuleWorks

ModuleWorks Simulation portfolio provides full kinematic simulation with collision checking and material removal/additive simulation with scalable performance and usability. These technologies allow our partners to accurately simulate machining processes with machine movements and analyze them for errors and optimization potential in their software solutions.

The simulation components support Microsoft Windows-based desktop systems as well as Linux-based machine controllers located on the machine tool (depending on your hardware and software requirements). CNC simulation tools are independent of our toolpath generation components and can be used with any toolpaths or backplot NC code.

The technology can be easily integrated into either a CAM software or directly on a CNC controller for seamless and efficient verification of toolpath or NC-code. On-machine simulation offers several benefits and an additional layer of safety before running the programs on a machine.

Comprehensive Support for Various Manufacturing Processes

Milling

3-Axis Milling
4-Axis Milling
5-Axis Milling

Turning

Turning
MillTurn

Additive

Machine Tools
Robots

Other Processes

Wire EDM
Grinding
Probing

Solutions Available in ModuleWorks Simulation Portfolio

Simulation SDK

The Simulation SDK consists of software components that enable solution providers to rapidly build and seamlessly integrate state-of-the-art simulation technology into their existing software solutions via programmable interfaces (APIs). These components allow tailor-made workflows, ensure seamless user experience, and maximize the fit-to-market of our partner’s solutions.

Single SDK that covers all simulation needs
Stable and efficient components with wide industrial adoption
Can be fully integrated into existing software solutions to offer a seamless user experience
Best possible interoperability with ModuleWorks Toolpath SDK

Simulation Systems

In contrast to Simulation SDK, to facilitate the lowest effort-to-market, our Simulation Systems product line provides multiple ready-to-go software systems that our partners can rebrand to market typical simulation solutions in the fastest way.

Extensive product line with technologies ranging from standard machine simulation to collision avoidance system and beyond.
Possibility to simulate both subtractive as well as additive manufacturing processes
Wide range of supported machine types and kinematics
Tried and tested technologies used with vast majority of CAM software and CNC controllers in the industry today