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SOFTWARE FOR DESIGNERS & MANUFACTURERS Award-winning 3D artistic design for Alphacam 2012 R1 THE LATEST release of Alphacam CNC software contains a new module to create stunning low relief carvings from 2D designs and 3D models. Aspire for Alphacam is a totally new 3D relief modelling software for CNC routing and engraving projects such as carving decorative ornate panels and doors, swept flourishes, custom millwork, architectural mouldings, dimensional signage, bespoke company logos, custom gifts and awards. Alphacam 2012 R1 combines Vectric’s award-winning 3D artistic design software with the Alphacam machining software. A fullfeatured, easy-to-use solution for creating 3D relief models with quick, efficient tool path creation, and machine-ready CNC code. Aspire for Alphacam quickly and easily converts 2D sketches, drawings and graphic designs into unique high quality 3D designs. Alphacam 2012 R1 is the latest release in the CNC software’s ongoing program of development and enhancement, ensuring it not only keeps pace with the changing needs of its users throughout the world, but also delivers maximum return on investment. The following are just some of the many other functionality improvements in Alphacam 2012 R1: New and improved 3D Machining Strategies: ● The new Constant Cusp strategy gives a more consistent surface finish over the entire part. ● A 4-axis Cylindrical Profiling strategy is introduced. ● The improved Horizontal Z Contour machining with Rest Machining support comes with more control options, increasing reliability. ● New Tool Axis Conversion methods for 4- and 5-axis normal to surfaces or solids are introduced. Continued improvements to Toolpath Associativity and Operation Editing/Updating: ● All machining operation types are now fully editable. ● New commands provide the ability to regain any lost associativity. ● Tool Axis Conversion settings are now stored with the operation, and automatically updated as needed. ● New API components provide the ability for operations generated by user add-ins (eg VBA macros), to support associativity, editing and updating. It includes Machining Styles, adding geometry, and copying operations or boundaries. Solid Viewing Support for all Modules/Levels ● Solid bodies contained within Alphacam drawings are now visible and maintained in all Alphacam product levels, including Alphacam and the new Alphacam Shop Floor Editor, which was formerly known as Alphaview+. Updated and Improved Vertical Application Add-ins: ● The Alphacam APM User Interface has been completely refreshed. ● All machining add-ins now support operation editing functions. Alphacam is renowned as being one of the most responsive CAM systems on the market, providing full machining capabilities to manufacture anything from simple 2- axis parts through to complex 5-axis components. Its extensive range of features helps manufacturers adapt to changing business requirements, by being able to quickly modify tool paths. In highly competitive markets, automation is the key to reducing programming time and maximising efficiency. Extensive research and development ensures Alphacam’s twice-yearly releases allow users to gain the absolute maximum performance from their CNC machines and the CAM process, maintaining a competitive edge. Alphacam Tel 01233 506100 www.alphacam.com Supported by Gang-Nail AN award nomination, a tenfold increase in staff and doubling turnover year-on-year are just some of the achievements by manufacturer, Fencehouse Truss Company, thanks to the help of Gang-Nail Systems. In the past three years the company has built its own factory in Durham and employs 20 people from the local area to make roof trusses for prestige clients. And the beginning of 2011 saw investment in a new joist machine, which marked the expansion into manufacturing and marketing Ecojoist to accompany the existing successful roof truss market. Fencehouse has worked with Gang-Nail for the past six years and in that time the company has been provided with continuous training and guidance on both the software and the best machinery to buy. Steve Harris, director at Fencehouse, said: “We’ve taken our expansion one step at a time and Gang-Nail has been there supporting us as we’ve progressed from just producing trusses to Ecojoists. Everything has been created from scratch — we built the factory from the ground up after buying the land and even despite the difficulties of the past few years, we’ve continued to go against the grain.” Jason Ruddle, Gang-Nail’s Sales and Business Development Manager, added: “It’s great to see manufacturers like Fencehouse thriving in these harsh economic times. To be nominated for a best manufacturer award against the likes of Nissan is a real achievement in such a short space of time and they have been staunch supporters of Gang-Nail’s products. “With the support of Gang- Nail’s software and training expertise we hope Fencehouse continues to grow and expand at its north east site.” Gang-Nail Systems Tel 01252 334691 Email gang-nail@eleco.com www.gangnail.co.uk Page 34 Panel, Wood & Solid Surface December 2011/January 2012
SOFTWARE FOR DESIGNERS & MANUFACTURERS Joinerysoft saves as much time as my 4 sided moulder! FED UP with long hours and customers chasing for quotes, Rob Evans of R J Evans Carpentry and Joinery decided to purchase Joinerysoft’s Joinery Management Software (JMS). Five months later, he wishes he had made the decision years ago and would not be without the software now. Rob says, “It saves me time and earns me more money.” Based in Hereford, Rob Evans formed his joinery business six years ago; going it alone after working for the same company since his apprenticeship at aged 16 years. Undertaking bespoke work including windows, doors, stairs, curved work and mouldings, he is essentially a one man band and would rather be in the workshop earning money than struggling to keep up with paperwork and pricing. Not particularly computer literate, Rob was surprised by how simple the joinery software looked during the demonstration at his premises. “Despite the complexity of the job that it does, JMS remains very easy to use,” he says. Calculating everything from glass sizes to timber measurements, every size, every shoulder length, all furniture and screws, JMS provides consistent and accurate pricing. Previously Rob calculated everything by hand, estimating glass prices using rough sizes and often forgetting to include sundries. The lengthy quoting process previously meant that if he was busy it could take a month to get back to customers. Rob says, “I’m more competitive now and know I’m making money.” The deciding factor for Rob was the ability to calculate U-values, and the professional image of printed quotes and order confirmation. Purchasing the software immediately after the demonstration, Rob made use of Joinerysoft’s flexible payments over 12 months to aid cash flow. He adds, “In the long run it doesn’t cost me a penny because the cost per month is more than covered by the increase in earnings I have made since having Joinerysoft. It effectively pays for itself.” JMS calculates U-values automatically for windows and doors providing compliance certificates for end customers. Designed for bespoke joinery, it helps at the design stage so that joiners can check that the design and materials will meet the required specifications. Rob believes this function alone has allowed him to quote for more jobs. He says, “This function gets me work because other than sitting down and working out calculations for myself (which would take days) there is no other way of doing it.” JMS has contributed to winning orders, especially where technical drawings are required. Other joinery companies failed to produce the drawings because of the hassle involved in drawing up each window. He says, “I won the work because I was the only one to get back to the customer. The technical drawings took no more than two minutes to print within JMS. If they want to change anything, this is easy with JMS; I can reprint the order confirmation easily and once signed it removes disputes later, though thankfully this has never happened to me.” JMS has enabled Rob to spend more time at home after 5 pm. He says, “If I want to price in the evening it will just take 1 ⁄2 hour to quote or one hour for a big job. I can duplicate similar windows easily within JMS to avoid duplication of effort and don’t need to worry whether I am under or over pricing or missing out items because everything is displayed in black and white. My girlfriend is a lot happier because I’m at home with her. I’m a lot happier because I don’t have to think about work constantly, and can sit down in the evening.” JMS has definitely provided more time and increased efficiency in the workshop too. Rob adds, “If setting windows out I don’t have to calculate sashes with a calculator and can print out Joinerysoft measurements and can mark it out straight away.” Joinery soft saves him at least 20 minutes a day in the workshop, which “all adds up”, he says. JMS has removed the need to measure up glass so Rob can order in advance before making up the window. The glass then arrives as the window is being finished. Everything can go out together leaving Rob with the free space to start the next job without a delay or hanging around. All measurements are provided so he can mark out the frames and casements at the same time. This has changed the workshop scheduling because Rob doesn’t need to go back and redo them later. Rob concludes, “JMS helps me to grow my business and become more professional. Joinerysoft saves as much time as my four sided moulder. It makes my life so much easier I wish I’d bought it years ago. Even though I can’t physically see the tangible benefit of the software sitting in the workshop it’s the best investment I’ve made and I would not be without it now. I would highly recommend it to anyone. It is an absolutely brilliant program and especially benefits a smaller company like mine, because I haven’t got time to do paperwork.” R J Evans Carpentry and Joinery Tel 01981 580152 ● Email info@evansjoinery.co.uk www.evansjoinery.co.uk Joinerysoft Ltd Tel 01608 643302 ● Email enquiries@joinerysoft.com www.joinerysoft.com Panel, Wood & Solid Surface December 2011/January 2012 Page 35
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