KipwareEDM® is a unique CNC software package designed for the everyday CNC programmer. KipwareEDM® combines a mixture of conversational programming, CAD and CAM to create efficient CNC programs that machine those everyday workpieces ... that comprise 85% of the machining done every day in the world. CNC programs created with KipwareEDM® not only contain no-prove-out needed toolpaths but the amount of easy, user configurable options makes KipwareEDM® a snap to integrate with any existing EDM machine & control.
In these days where Lean Manufacturing is the buzz word ... KipwareEDM® will help turn your EVERYDAY WORKFORCE into an EFFICIENT WORKFORCE. In today's market, companies are needing and indeed asking even their machine operators to create CNC programs. The ease-of-use and auto-programming features of KipwareEDM® makes it the perfect tool to get the most out of your workforce ... and perhaps take the CNC programming of simpler parts away form the highly paid and experienced CAD/CAM programmer. Clearly there is a need for CAD/CAM when performing complex die/mold programming, but for 85% of all CNC programming ask yourself this question, "Do I really utilize or need a CAD/CAM system for my everyday, production programming?"
Think your CAD/CAM system is SAVING you money?
There is a difference between programming for
production and 3D / mold type programming.
The basic premise behind the design of KipwareEDM® ... there is a difference between programming for production and programming for die, mold and other 3D machining. Making pretty pictures doesn't necessarily translate into making chips faster or better.
- FACT : CAD/CAM is a requirement when performing die and mold type machining.
- The problem is that die / mold type of 3D machining comprises only about 5% - 10% of all the machining done every day in the world.
- FACT : 3D programming consist mostly of surfacing, utilizing point-to-point large programs with no manual programming or intervention.
- 85% to 90% of the EDM machining done in most shops every day is simple ... but most CAD/CAM companies are chasing the 5%-10% market mentioned above ... leaving their "real world" features wanting.
- FACT : Using CAD/CAM, even simple parts need to be drawn.
- KipwareEDM® uses simple fill-in-the-blank forms to create most programs ... and that saves time.
- FACT : CAD/CAM requires an experienced CAD/CAM engineer for even the simplest programs.
- KipwareEDM® is a programmers programming package that can make a rookie programmer as well as an experienced programmer more efficient.
- FACT : CAD/CAM does not allow for any hands-on flexibility to create more efficient toolpaths.
- KipwareEDM® allows experienced programmers to work with and around the software to create any toolpath desired.
CAD/CAM vs. KipwareEDM® :
- EASE-OF-USE : If CAD/CAM is so easy to use ... why do they offer 3-5 day seminars, web forums, tons of books? KipwareEDM® uses on-board intelligence and simple fill-in-the-blank forms to create efficient CNC programs. For the everyday tasks, no software is easier to use.
- CAD/CAM SAVES TIME : With KipwareEDM® it is not necessary to draw the part ... how can a CAD/CAM system that requires you to define and draw the part, or import a drawing and re-arrange or re-define the elements be faster? It can't.
- PRICE : With CAD/CAM prices falling, everyone should program using some, any CAD/CAM package. FACT : It doesn't matter if it's FREE, if you can't get a G code program out of it quickly and easily ... that FREE software is costing you $$$$$.
- COMPATIBILITY : Post Processors for every machine ... Each costing $$$$ ... Repairing or Re-Programming the POST to fit your machine ... Manually editing programs because the POST isn't correct ... ya, they are compatible. KipwareEDM® is completely user configurable so you can get the program format you want for any machine ... and you can create any number of profiles you require to suit the needs of the machines in your shop. That's compatibility.
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Efficient CNC programming takes an arsenal of CNC software and tools.
KipwareEDM® Combines the Best of Both Worlds
- Conversational CNC Programming :
- For the every day tasks of EDM programming do you really need a CAD/CAM system? The answer is ... of course not! So ... why are you using one. KipwareEDM® allows anyone to create efficient EDM programs for the everyday tasks in your machine shop ... all by answering the on-screen, fill-in-the-blank forms. CAD/CAM programming takes experience, training and more important .... time. KipwareEDM® will allow you to create faster and more efficient EDM programs for those everyday tasks.
- Complex CNC Programming :
- For those more complex programs that don't fit into the standard "simple" category ... KipwareEDM® comes with our scaled-down CAD drawing package we call our SketchPad. Users can define any contour shape using the simpler drawing tools of point, line and arc ... then still use the conversational menus to create the EDM programs to machine that contour. In addition, KipwareEDM® gives the users the ability to utilize their favorite drawing package to create ANY TOOLPATH ... then import it into KipwareEDM® using the DXF file utility. Using the KipwareEDM® feature called AutoPath, users only need define the start point of the contour ... and AutoPath arranges and re-arranged the elements of the drawing to create a toolpath. The beauty part of this feature is that the user can create ANY toolpath desired ... usually only having to use the CAD features of OFFSET and TRIM. This feature allows the user to turn any CAD package into a toolpath creating CAM package.
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Designed on the Shop Floor to be Simple but Powerful
KipwareEDM® Features
- Completely CONVERSATIONAL - create any CNC program by simply answering the plain English fill-in-the-blank forms.
- Universal Compatible : KipwareEDM® is completely user configurable. You easily define the M codes that fit your equipment ... save them to a "post" file .. and KipwareEDM® automatically inserts the code where required as it automatically creates your EDM programs. You can create as many "post" files as required ... simply click the post filename desired and KipwareEDM® does all the work. Users can also include our unique KipwareXC® option should more in-depth conversions be required to suite any other machine.
- Complete Programming Tool : Use it in conjunction or instead of your CAD-CAM system ... it's a complete CNC software package.
- KipwareEDM® creates no-prove-out needed programs - cuts your programming and set-up times.
- CAD Features : For those non-traditional shapes, KipwareEDM® includes our scaled-down CAD SketchPad -- KipwareEDM® takes the best yet simplest features of a CAD program into it's part drawing SketchPad. In the SketchPad, users can draw the desired finish part shape / tool path using the scaled down CAD options of Point, Line or Arc. Then using the conversational menu, create the CNC program to machine the toolpath including cutter compensation.
- AutoPath turns any CAD package into a CAM package. Users can utilize our simple SketchPad drawing tool or import a drawing through our DXF file transfer utility ... Choose the starting point or element from the element list ... click AutoPath. KipwareEDM® automatically links the elements of the sketch together to create the toolpath.
- CNC TEXT EDITOR : KipwareEDM® features a full Windows Text Editor with tons of CNC specific editing options including color coding of user defined text and much more.
- ROTATION : Includes a conversational ROTATION feature that can take any KipwareEDM® toolpath and rotate it any number of times around a center of rotation ... easily create complex EDM programs.
- Automatically Include Programming Tips and Tricks : KipwareEDM® uses all the powerful manual programmer tricks automatically - sub-programs, circular entry & exit and much more.
- SHOP CALCULATOR : Includes our Shop Calculator add-in ... Quickly and easily get the information you need, all within KipwareEDM® including INCH - METRIC conversion; RPM - SFM conversions; Drill Point calculations; Feedrate conversions; Tap Drill sizes; Screw dimension information; and the Shop Calculator now includes a SPEED and FEED DATABASE for undreds of materials with speeds and feeds for turning, milling and drilling.
- KipwareDNC® - Machine Shop Communications Software for uploading and downloading your CNC programs to and from your CNC is included standard.
- KipwareTP® - toolpath plotting program for on-screen toolpath verification is included standard.
- KipwareEDM® Trainer - illustrating many types of programming examples in a step-by-step slide show setting is included standard.
- KipwareXC® - with the KipwareXC® software option, CNC programs can be created for any machine or CNC control.
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KipwareEDM® Includes :
- KipwareEDM® Conversational EDM Programming Software
- KipwareDNC® Communications Software
- KipwareDXF® Conversion Utility
- KipwareEDM® Trainer - CD Slide Show Presentation demonstrating step-by-step programming examples.
- KipwareTP® - Toolpath Plotting Software for toolpath verification.
- Trig Kalculator - Point Plotting Assistant
- SketchPad - CAD drawing of the toolpath desired.
- Shop Calculator - IN - METRIC / RPM - SFM / FEEDRATE conversions; Drill Point calculations; Tap Drill chart; Screw dimension information; SPEED and FEED DATABASE for hundreds of materials for turning, milling and drilling.
- INCH or METRIC is set by the user within KipwareEDM®.
PC Requirements :
- Requires a PC operating in Win '95 as a minimum operating system.
- Display monitor recommended (not required) with a minimum resolution of 1024 x 768
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