2008-10-27 17:01:45 - Teaming up with CNC machine builder i-mes GmbH, German CAD/CAM developer Schott Systeme GmbH showcased their very latest 5 axis simultaneous machining technologies live at Europe's largest injection moulding exhibition, the Fakuma 2008.

Demonstrating the abilities of both i-mes's latest 5 axis GPY gantry milling machine, and Schott Systeme's high end Pictures by PC CAD/CAM solution, visitors were able to witness the live 5 axis machining of a range of complex freeform models and engravings. The seamless integration of both machine and software helped promote the advantages of both using a single machining

setup for complex parts, in addition to the surface quality improvements gained by being able to mill with shorter cutter lengths. Schott Systeme also demonstrated some of the very latest 5 axis machining techniques, including their 'Synchronization' technology. Helping to give the user more control over the orientation and movement of the machining head, the addition of synchronization ensures machining is limited to very specific working envelopes, eliminating the possibility of crashes between the machine head, part and clamping arrangement.

For a short video preview of machine, visit www.schott-systeme.com/en/newbeetlevideo-en.htm

About Schott Systeme GmbH

Having developed the same software solutions for over 25 years, Schott Systeme can claim to be one of the founding members of the CAD/CAM and graphics market. Starting out as one of the very first vector based graphics packages for the PC, their product 'Pictures by PC' as the name suggests, has evolved into one of the most mature CAD/CAM and technical documentation products available today. Schott Systeme continues to develop both this 'Pictures by PC' solution, in addition to other OEM solutions including the low cost CAD/CAM package isyCAM for ISEL and I-mes CNC machine tools.