Vericut, from CGTech, is CNC (computer numerical control) machine simulation and verification software that enables elimination of the process of manually proving out NC (numerical control) programs. It reduces scrap loss and rework, according to the company. The program also boosts NC programs in order to save time and produce a higher-quality surface finish. Vericut simulates all types of CNC machine tools. It runs standalone, or can be integrated with CAM systems such as Catia V5, Unigraphics, PTC, Master CAM, and EdgeCAM.

In Vericut 6.1, the NC “Program Review” is now integrated in Vericut’s main desktop. An icon button in the NC program window switches modes between the info display and the review display. When in review mode, the user can navigate backwards from the last NC program line simulated. Error messages and NC program text are highlighted when a collision on the stock or fixture is selected. Entering review mode adds step-backward and play-backward options to Vericut’s other VCR buttons. The existing step, play, rewind, and reset buttons also change to interact in review mode, providing easy navigation through the NC program, notes the company.

CGTech reports that Vericut’s CAD/CAM interfaces simplify the verification of NC programs from within the CAD/CAM system. Individual operations, a series of operations, or a set of complete NC programs can be verified. All stock, fixture, and design geometry is automatically transferred to VeriCut in the correct orientation, along with the NC program, tooling, machine and control data, and other simulation parameters.

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