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CNC Software for Beginners. MeshCAM provides the quickest method for generating gcode, allowing you to focus on your primary objective: transforming a CAD file into a machined part. You don’t need to dive deep into the complexities of CAM software; your priority is to produce parts swiftly. Designed specifically for those who want immediate results, MeshCAM is compatible with nearly all 3D CAD applications by supporting the two most widely used file formats, STL and DXF. If your aim is to create 2D components without engaging a 3D CAD tool, you can easily import 2D DXF files (in R12 format) and convert them into 3D objects through extrusion. In some cases, you might require a part that isn’t feasible to design using conventional CAD software, or you might not even own a CAD program at all. If that resonates with you, there's no need for concern; MeshCAM allows you to open various image files (JPG, BMP, or PNG), which will then be transformed into a 3D surface suitable for machining. Users have discovered remarkable applications for this functionality, enabling the creation of parts that traditional CAD programs would struggle to produce. Whatever your project demands, MeshCAM is here to simplify the process and help you bring your ideas to life more efficiently than ever before.

Description

PolyWorks|Modeler™ is an all-encompassing software solution designed for reverse engineering, enabling the extraction of high-quality CAD entities, curves, surfaces, parametric sketches, and prismatic features from polygonal representations of scanned parts, which can then be utilized as a foundation for your advanced CAD modeling needs. The initial phase of the reverse-engineering process involves converting digitized point clouds into surface-based polygonal models, commonly referred to as meshes. These polygonal models are not only more compact and accurate but also less prone to noise compared to raw point clouds, making them suitable for industrial applications like milling, 3D printing, and aerodynamic simulations. It's crucial to implement effective scanning techniques that guarantee both quality and precision, utilizing real-time quality meshing technology. Users can enhance their models by filling in gaps, smoothing, and reconstructing surfaces, cleaning up boundaries, and recovering sharp edges to ensure surfaces are watertight. Additionally, users can extrude boundaries, offset surfaces, recreate fillets, and perform Boolean operations with CAD models, thus expanding the potential of their designs and applications. With these features, PolyWorks|Modeler™ significantly streamlines the reverse-engineering process, making it an invaluable tool for professionals in various industries.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Alibre Design Yes 
AutoCAD Yes 
Blender Yes 
CAESAR II No 
FreeCAD Yes 
Onshape Yes 
Predator CNC Editor Yes 
Predator Software Yes 
QDM SPC Platform No 
SOLIDWORKS Yes 
SketchUp Yes 
Tinkercad Yes 
VXelements No 
ViaCAD Yes 
ZBrush Yes 

Integrations

Alibre Design No 
AutoCAD No 
Blender No 
CAESAR II Yes 
FreeCAD No 
Onshape No 
Predator CNC Editor No 
Predator Software No 
QDM SPC Platform Yes 
SOLIDWORKS No 
SketchUp No 
Tinkercad No 
VXelements Yes 
ViaCAD No 
ZBrush No 

Pricing Details

$250
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

GRZ Software

Founded

1974

Country

Austria

Website

www.grzsoftware.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

InnovMetric Software

Founded

1994

Country

United States

Website

www.innovmetric.com/products/polyworks-modeler

Product Features

CNC

Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)

Automatic Feature Recognition No 
CAD No 
CNC Machining No 
Custom Commands No 
Raw Material Management No 
Toolpath Simulation No 

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