Course Descriptions

Course Title

Edgecam Classic Design and 2½D Axis Milling (Duration 2 days)

Description

Introduction to the CAM environment. Delegates will learn how to create and edit toolpaths for milling. Working from a practical CAD example, the aim of the course if to produce a gouge free CNC program.
Delegates will be guided through the many advanced features of Edgecams manufacturing disciplines

This course includes ‘Design for Edgecam’

Topic areas include

Preparing part files for Manufacture

• Stock/Fixture consideration

Tool store

• Add tools to the Toolstore
• Toolstore Database
• Feeds & Speeds

2.5½ Cycles

• Profile
• Face Mill
• Areaclear
• Drill
• Roughing

Using the Editor

Course title

Edgecam Classic Design and 2 Axis Turning (Duration 2 days)

Description

This course includes 'Design for Edgecam' but with the addition of machining techniques to address 2-axis Turning. Delegates will learn how to construct geometry, while being guided through the many features of EdgeCAM Turning. At the conclusion of the course the user will fully understand the CADCAM life cycle and will have ‘proven’ the part within EdgeCAM Simulator.

Topic areas include

Preparing part files for Manufacture

• Stock/Fixture consideration
• Working with Forging & castings

Tool store

• Toolstore Database
• Creating Turn Tools
• Turning cycles
• Simple Turn
• Rough Turning
• Thread Cutting
• Drilling Operations

Edgecam Productivity Toolbox Training (Duration 1 day)

A split Level course encompassing Postprocessor writing and Edgecams Toolstore Database.
Initially, this course guides the user through Postprocessor development using Code Wizard.
This interactive course is designed for those users wishing to become self sufficient in postprocessor writing, and a hands on approach is very much encouraged.
The latter section of the course is a 'must' for users who want to maximize productivity and programming efficiency.
Delegates will learn the different tools found in Edgecam's ToolStore Database (Technology Assistant, Job Manager, Technology Assistant and Job Reports).
Please note delegates should have completed Edgecam Classic Design and 2½D Axis Milling or Edgecam Classic Design and 2 Axis Turning prior to enrolling on this course.

Code Wizard

• Selecting the correct Template
• Machine Tool Parameters
• Format Table
• Code Constructors
• Testing your Code Wizard

The Toolstore Database

• Toolstore Graphics
• Technology & Tool Kit Assistant
• Using the Job Manager & Job Reports
  

Course title

Edgecam 3D Design and Machining Training (Duration 2 days)

Description

Building upon the knowledge already gained in earlier Edgecam courses, this exciting course takes the delegate into the advanced features of Edgecam 3D Surface Modelling. It also offers delegates the opportunity to experience the sophisticated techniques of mould and die manufacturing.
Presented in a logical and practical way, complex models are created, and then machined using 3D cycles.
This two day training course is split into three sections
Section A Design for surfaces (¼-½ days)
Section B Machining of surfaces (1-1¼ days)
Section C Advanced surfaces Machining. (½ day)

Topic areas include:

Section A: Geometry principals for surfaces

• CPL'S & View Ports
• Entity types control
• Creation of a Continuous?Creating Functional Surfaces
• Discuss & create all surfaces design tools.
• Understand the design criteria for each surfaces type.
• Create surfaces from pre-loaded .ppf examples

Section B: Machining Surfaces

Moving on from standard machining cycles, the user is shown how to use Edgecam standard

• Explanation of how each cycle works
• Influences on which cycle to choose whilst machining
• Use of boundary data
• Program Optimization
• STL Files in Simulator

Section C: Advanced Surfaces Machining
Delegates possessing the Advanced Surfaces License (ENS00-N) will be introduced to the extra cycles available in the advanced module.

• Pencil Mill
• Constant Cusp
• Project cycles
• Rest Cycles

Course title

Edgecam Multiplane and Rotary Axis Milling (Duration 1 day)

Description

Building upon Edgecams 2½ axis milling techniques, this course provides techniques and working Methodology enabling the delegate to machine components on 4th &5th axis machine tools as well as understanding Rotary machining concepts.

Topic areas include:

3D Design

• Use of Z-Level
• CPL Creation & Manipulation
• View Port ControlTombstone Work
• Insert Component
• Rationalise & Merge commands

Rotary

• Wrap & Un-Wrap commands

Course prerequisites

Delegates should have completed Edgecam Classic Design and 2½D Axis Milling prior to enrolling on this course.

Course title

Edgecam Solid Comprehensive Training Course (Duration 4 days)

Description

A four-Day course, comprising of four modules

• Edgecam Solid Modeling Training – Base
• Edgecam Solid Machinist Milling Training
• Edgecam Solid Machinist Turning Training
• Edgecam Productivity Toolbox Training

Who should attend?

Beginners to Edgecam wishing to work in a 3D Solid Modeling environment.

Course prerequisites

Basic keyboard skills and Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Operating system. An understanding of the File & Folder structure is essential.

Course title

Edgecam Solid Modeling Training – Base (Duration 1 day)

Description

Get "under the hood" of Edgecam Part Modeler with this introductory course. Understand the power of 3D Design modeling by working through practically based industry examples. Delegates are guided through the concepts of solid modeling, starting from a simple 2D Profile and evolving into a complex 3D Model part.

Topics Include:

• Pre-setting the software
• Geometric Relationships
• 2D Sketching
• Constraining
• 3D Boolean commands
• Boss, Cut or New Component generation
• Trim/Extend, Break

Description

Harness the technology contained within Solid Models. Delegates will learn how to manipulate and machine various Solid Model files.
A very practical course, where delegates will be shown how to handle design modifications and appreciate Edgecams toolpath associativity.
2½D Milling functions will be used leading to the ‘prove-out’ of the CNC program within Edgecam Simulator.

Topics covered include:

• Edgecam Basic functions
• Automatic feature finding
• Part to toolpath associativity
• Creating geometry from Solids
• Stock & Fixture consideration
• Machining methods

Course title

Edgecam Productivity Toolbox Training (Duration 1 day)

Description

A split Level course encompassing Postprocessor writing and Edgecams Toolstore Database.
Initially, this course guides the user through Postprocessor development using Code Wizard.
This interactive course is designed for those users wishing to become self sufficient in postprocessor writing, and a hands on approach is very much encouraged.
The latter section of the course is a 'must' for users who want to maximize productivity and programming efficiency.
Delegates will learn the different tools found in Edgecam's ToolStore Database (Technology Assistant, Job Manager, Technology Assistant and Job Reports).
Please note delegates should have completed Edgecam Solid Machinist Milling Training or Edgecam Solid Machinist Turning Training prior to enrolling on this course.

Topic areas include:

Code Wizard

• Selecting the correct Template
• Machine Tools Parameters
• Format Table
• Code Constructors
• Testing your Code Wizard

The Toolstore Database

• Using the Job Manager & Job Reports

Course title

Edgecam Solid Modeling Training – Advanced (Duration 1 day)

Description

Take the Part Modeller to the next level! A must for delegates wanting to realise the full potential of the Edgecam Part Modeler. At the end of this course, the user will fully understand 3D Modeling Techniques.

Topic areas include:

• Attached Table Basics
• Creating a Table-Driven Subassembly
• Parameterise the Model
• Creating a Template
• Creating a 4-View Drawing Layout Creating a Section View
• Dimensioning the Drawing
• Solid, Shell, Sheet and Surface operation

Course prerequisites

Delegates should have completed 'Edgecam Solid Modeling Training – Base' prior to enrolling on this course.

Course title

Edgecam Sub-Spindle, C & Y Axis Turning Training (Duration 1 day)

Description 

This training course is tailored made for users of Multi-Axis Turning centers.
The course is specifically designed to enhance the knowledge acquired within the 2-axis turning environment.
Users will be taught how to create design elements suitable for driven tooling cycles found on advanced Turning centers.
Pick-off Chucks and Collet/Bar Push examples are used to address the disciplines involved within this license.
Wireframe & Solid part files are used within the training class.

Topic areas include:

• Creating CPL’s - Rotary / Axial / Radial
• Second End Operations
• Milling cycles within Turning environment
• Driven Tooling
• Stock & Fixture consideration
• Lathe Set-up for Sub-spindle machine tools
• Bar Push set up

Course prerequisites

Delegates should have completed Edgecam Classic Design and 2 Axis Turning and/or Edgecam Classic Comprehensive Wire Frame Training prior to enrolling on this course.

Edgecam License Required:
ENPPP-0 Edgecam Professional
EN004-0 4 Axis Turning
EN20C-0 Edgecam Turning
EN4BC-T ; EN4BC-X Multi Axis Turning
EN0PP-P Edgecam Advanced Turning

Course title

Edgecam 4 Axis and B-Axis Turning Training Course (Duration 1 day)

Description

This training course is tailored made for users of Multi-Axis Turning centers.
As well as developing their turning skills, users are shown how to operate standard Edgecam milling cycles within the Turn environment. The course comprehensively demonstrates the design and manufacturing steps used to produce B axis and sub-spindle operations.
2-Axis turning principals are developed to include not only dual turret machine tools but also live tooling found on a B Axis.
Balance Turned Cycles and Synchronise commands are used in various example files.
Wireframe & Solid part files are used within the training class

Topic areas include:

• Stock & Fixture consideration
• Dual Turret control (Upper & Lower)
• Creating CPL’s
• B Axis machining commands
• Dual Turret control (Upper & Lower)
• Balance Turn cycles
• Synchronize commands

Course prerequisites

Delegates should have completed Edgecam Classic Design and 2 Axis Turning and/or Edgecam Classic Comprehensive Wire Frame Training prior to enrolling on this course.

Edgecam License Required:
EN4BC-T ; EN4BC-X Multi Axis Turning
EN0PP-P Edgecam Advanced Turning

Course title

Edgecam Multi-Advanced Turning Training (Duration 2 days)

Description

Combines the content of the Edgecam Sub-Spindle, C & Y Axis Turning Training and the Edgecam 4 Axis and B-Axis Turning Training Courses.

Course prerequisites

Delegates should have completed Edgecam Classic Design and 2 Axis Turning and/or Edgecam Classic Comprehensive Wire Frame Training prior to enrolling on this course.

Edgecam License Required:
ENPPP-0 - Edgecam Professional
EN004-0 4 - Axis Turning
EN20C-0 - Edgecam Turning
EN4BC-T ; - EN4BC-X Multi Axis Turning