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This document introduces cases where work efficiency has been improved by implementing "Vericut." By using the NC simulation software "Vericut," it is possible to simulate the cutting of parts on a PC before actual processing, thereby eliminating mistakes that could lead to damage of machine parts, jigs, tools, or accidents with machine tools. If you are seriously considering preventing troubles at the processing site, please consider implementing "Vericut." [Featured Cases (Excerpt)] - Railway Vehicle Manufacturing: Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. - Tools: Tungaloy Corporation - Machine Tools: Makino Milling Machine Co., Ltd. - Cast and Forged Steel Products: Kobe Steel, Ltd. - Prototype Processing: HILLTOP Corporation *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Would you like to solve the problems of CNC machining? Non-functioning machines, damaged tools, expensive collision issues, discarded parts, prolonged test runs, wasted materials... These problems take away valuable time and costs. Vericut ensures machining accuracy by simulating the entire CNC machining process. It derives the "correct" result in a single machining operation.

Optimization of Force significantly reduces machining time. Vericut Force creates effective NC programs for the given materials, cutting tools, and machining conditions. As a result, it saves a considerable amount of time and improves the lifespan of cutting tools and machines. With the optimization of Force, machining time is greatly reduced, and tool life is significantly extended. By analyzing with Vericut Force, programmers can quickly and easily visualize what happens in the NC program for each cut when the tool contacts the material. Using Vericut Force, underutilized cutting conditions, overloads, cutting removal rates, output, torque, and tool deflection can be clearly observed. With one click, a review of the NC program and visual analysis in the graphic review window is provided. This analysis offers a view of the machining before running the NC program on the actual machine. Vericut Force provides users with proactive analysis of NC programs.

**Main Benefits of Vericut Optimizer** Vericut Optimizer is an NC program optimization solution that can operate independently without using Vericut. Even if you are satisfied with your current CAM verification software and have no intention of purchasing Vericut, Vericut Optimizer is the optimal choice.

The main benefits of the Vericut Icam post are that Icam's CNC post-processor enables smooth integration with existing CAD systems and CNC machines, maximizing the efficiency and accuracy of the manufacturing process. This reduces cumbersome tasks and enhances productivity.

With Vericut's additive module, you can simulate hybrid composite processing. The Vericut additive module accurately simulates additive manufacturing (layered construction) and traditional subtractive processing (machining) in hybrid composite processing.

At Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Vehicle Production Company's Production Technology Division, we were using machining centers with turning functions for processing. However, due to their multifunctionality, the programs became complex, and despite thorough checks in advance, we faced issues with programming errors. To prevent processing mistakes, we introduced "VeriCut." Thanks to interference checks, we can now process with peace of mind. We have received feedback stating it is an "essential safety device." 【Overview】 ■ Used machining centers with turning functions for processing ■ Due to multifunctionality, programs became complex, leading to writing errors ■ Introduced VeriCut to prevent processing mistakes *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

At Tangent Technologies Co., Ltd.'s Information Systems Department, we primarily use "Vericut" as a common simulation software for the group, mainly for checking machine interference and processing shapes. It allows for the confirmation of machine interference and enables the specification of many fast-forward points, leading to a significant reduction in processing time, and it is also possible to calculate estimated processing times. We have received feedback stating, "Being able to grasp the estimated manufacturing time in advance, even if it takes some effort, is an important factor for calculating manufacturing costs, so its contribution is very high." [Overview] - Reviewed the software used in-house and gradually transitioned to a common IMC group software. - Used mainly for checking machine interference and processing conditions as a common simulation software for the group. - Leads to a significant reduction in processing time and allows for the calculation of estimated processing times. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At the Katsuyama Factory of Makino Milling Machine Co., Ltd., in the Production Technology Department, there were issues such as machine downtime due to machine interference and prolonged debugging time when advancing new NC programs, which significantly impacted the overall production flow. To resolve these issues, the decision was made to introduce the tool "Vericut." When creating NC programs, it is easy to check for errors such as gouging, which is very helpful in reducing the overall working time of the program promotion office. [Overview] ■ Machine downtime due to machine interference and prolonged debugging time when advancing new NC programs significantly impact the overall production flow. ■ It is easy to check for errors such as gouging when creating NC programs. ■ It is very helpful in reducing the overall working time of the program promotion office. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At Kobe Steel, Ltd. Takasago Works, Casting and Forging Division, the introduction of our "Vericut" was prompted by the occurrence of product defects due to mistakes in NC programming. After making manual adjustments to the NC programs output through CAM to suit each machine, we conduct the final verification before processing with our product. By thoroughly implementing the flow of "human-involved programming = Vericut," we greatly contribute to creating highly accurate programs that eliminate any potential mistakes. [Overview] - Introduction prompted by product defects due to mistakes in NC programming - Contributing to the creation of highly accurate programs that eliminate any potential mistakes *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study from the manufacturing department of ILLTOP Corporation. To achieve unmanned processing, verification using simulation software is essential. By utilizing thoroughly verified data, we have created a state where accidents do not occur. However, when it comes to multi-tasking machines, the axis configuration becomes complex. We decided to implement "Vericut" because we judged that it would meet our expectations. Since the implementation, based on actual results, the workload and working hours of machine operators have decreased by 80-90%. Work in front of the machine has also significantly reduced, approaching a state where it only requires setting materials and tools and pressing a button. [Overview] ■ Decided to implement based on the judgment that it would meet our expectations ■ Workload and working hours of machine operators have decreased by 80-90% based on actual results ■ Approaching a state where it only requires setting materials and tools and pressing a button *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Shinwa Co., Ltd. specializes in precision aluminum machining and possesses advanced production processing technology, including large and complex shapes with simultaneous 5-axis machining. By introducing "VeriCut," it has become a valuable educational tool for those who have no prior knowledge of machining, helping them deepen their understanding of the process. Additionally, the ability to check NC programs and perform interference checks before machining allows for a clear understanding of processing times, which is a significant advantage. "We find it easy to establish machining schedules, and it has been a great help," is feedback we have received. [Features] ■ Can also be used as an educational tool to deepen understanding of machining ■ An essential tool for simulating 5-axis machining *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., in the Civilian Aircraft Division of the Transportation and Logistics Domain, all created NC programs are verified using "Vericut." They are used for various purposes, including comparison checks with design models, cutting model comparisons between old and new data, interference checks, discussions with the site before processing, and training of younger employees. In particular, in terms of education, it serves as a meaningful training tool because it allows for confirmation of actual operations without damaging machines or tools. Additionally, with the capability for robot simulation, it has become possible to check for tool interference and understand the proximity distance to the workpiece, allowing for the confirmation of optimal processing conditions, which has resulted in a significant reduction in processing time. [Overview] - All created NC programs are verified using "Vericut." - Used for comparison checks with design models and cutting model comparisons between old and new data. - Serves as a meaningful training tool as it allows for confirmation of actual operations without damaging machines or tools. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Gas Turbine & Machinery Company Gas Turbine Business Center was originally manufacturing impellers using casting, but wanted to process them with higher precision through machining. Naturally, it is essential to avoid tool breakage, machine stoppages, and failures. To minimize the impact on production through reliable pre-checks, we introduced "Vericut." Initially, we primarily used it for 5-axis machining of impellers and brisk components, but now we thoroughly conduct pre-verification with our product in all processes of manufacturing, regardless of whether they involve new or old parts, or 3-axis or 5-axis machining, before actual use on the production floor. [Overview] ■ Introduced to minimize the impact on production ■ Initially used primarily for 5-axis machining of impellers and brisk components ■ Now, thorough pre-verification is conducted in all processes of manufacturing before actual use on the production floor *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study from the Parts Division of Yamagata Casio Co., Ltd. The simulation component of the mold system "High Net Mold," developed with the aim of fully automating everything from mold design to manufacturing processes, is entirely handled by our 'Vericut.' Since its full-scale implementation, machine troubles have significantly decreased, and settings close to actual machines are now possible. This has led to a substantial reduction in check times. Additionally, it provides a great sense of security when performing "aggressive machining." [Overview] ■ Originally introduced Vericut, but started to utilize it more fully recently ■ Fully responsible for the simulation component of the mold system ■ Since full-scale implementation, machine troubles have significantly decreased *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At Ryobi Limited's Die Casting Division, Hiroshima Plant, the introduction of 3D CAD in the late 1990s prompted the promotion of direct engraving from modeling to molds. Initially, there were frequent machine and tool interferences due to modeling surface defects and CAM bugs causing path omissions. Due to reasons such as "high repair costs if the machine's spindle breaks" and "inability to meet scheduled production if functionality stops," we considered improvements and introduced our 'Vericut.' We have made it mandatory to simulate all NC data created and output by 3D CAD/CAM and incorporated it into the work procedures. As a result, we have achieved dramatic effects, eliminating any issues related to CAD/CAM. [Overview] ■ Issues - High repair costs if the machine's spindle breaks, and inability to meet scheduled production if functionality stops. ■ Results - Achieved dramatic effects, eliminating any issues related to CAD/CAM. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study from the Graduate School of Intelligent Mechanical Engineering at the National University Corporation, University of Electro-Communications. Upon hearing that "the academic version will be launched in Japan," we decided to implement 'Vericut' two years ago. Currently, we are using a considerable number of licenses, primarily for the production systems lectures in the graduate school and in our research labs. Since the implementation, the feedback from the students who have experienced it has been very positive, and it has become a valuable opportunity to experience aspects of machining technology even without actual machines. [Overview] ■ Decided to implement it upon hearing that "the academic version will be launched in Japan." ■ Positive feedback from students who have experienced it so far. ■ It has become a valuable opportunity to experience aspects of machining technology even without actual machines. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At Shinwa Co., Ltd., we previously confirmed air cuts using actual machines, but it took time and there was a risk of overlooking programming errors and making assumptions during the work. Additionally, as parts became larger, the tension for operators naturally increased. To improve the environment, we introduced our 'VeriCut'. After the introduction, it took some time to get started, but once accustomed, it became a really user-friendly software, allowing even women with no machining experience to obtain a Level 2 qualification in machining centers. It also helps in understanding machine structures and is highly regarded as an educational tool. [Overview] - Previously, confirmations were made using actual machines for air cuts, but there were risks of overlooking programming errors and making assumptions during work. - It helps in understanding machine structures and is highly regarded as an educational tool. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. Aerospace Systems Division, Guidance and Engine Business Unit, engages in low-volume production of a wide variety of products, where defects are costly and have a significant impact on schedules, and collisions are absolutely unacceptable. Three years ago, we fully restructured the system and are currently using two "VeriCut" systems. We have prepared simulations for 70 types of machine tools and are effectively utilizing them for program interference checks. We have received feedback stating, "It addresses even macro variables and is very reliable software." [Overview] ■ Low-volume production of a wide variety of products, with defects being costly ■ Significant impact on schedules, and collisions are absolutely unacceptable ■ Prepared simulations for 70 types of machine tools ■ Effectively utilized for program interference checks *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At Yasuda Industrial Co., Ltd., the Manufacturing Department faced issues with variability depending on the operators and the time of creation. Returning to the actual machine for debugging verification extended the working hours and occupied the machines, significantly disrupting the workflow. To achieve the goal of "how to shorten debugging time," we introduced our 'VeriCut.' After the introduction, we were able to reduce the time by over 40%, and for in-house manufactured components like columns and tables, the actual production time changed nearly threefold. [Overview] ■ There is variability depending on the operators and the time of creation. ■ Returning to the actual machine for debugging verification increases working hours. ■ It occupies the machines, significantly disrupting the workflow. ■ After the introduction, we were able to reduce time by over 40%. ■ For machine tool components, the actual production time changed nearly threefold. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Takeda Santec Co., Ltd.'s Technical Department manufactures molds for car headlamps. With the streamlined shape of cars, the lamps have become more three-dimensional and require more precise processing, leading to the purchase of a 5-axis machining center for manufacturing efficiency. At that time, we decided to implement the simulation software "Vericut" based on the judgment that "simulation software is essential for collision prevention, and Vericut is reliable." So far, it has maximized its effectiveness in "eliminating careless mistakes." In fact, it took only one week from the introduction of the 5-axis machine to its startup, and through this product, we repeatedly discovered and solved various issues related to simultaneous 5-axis processing, which has certainly contributed to an early startup. [Overview] ■ Maximized effectiveness in "eliminating careless mistakes" ■ Discovery and resolution of various issues related to simultaneous 5-axis processing ■ Certain contribution to early startup *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At Mitsubishi Material Corporation's Tool Development Department, we check not only for collisions during the holder manufacturing process but also for machine interference. While it does not affect the actual machining, we also conduct program verification for measurement operations. Additionally, general program testing needs to be done with the machine stopped, but with "Vericut," we can proceed with pre-verification without stopping the machine, making it a suitable tool for vertical startups. 【Features】 ■ Allows for reliable pre-verification without stopping the machine ■ A suitable tool for vertical startups *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At IMAO Corporation's Manufacturing Department, we use suitable software at each stage of work, from the design phase of jigs to just before actual processing. The processing simulation part of our in-house system "IMAO M/C SOLUTION," which achieves in-machine debugging-less operation, is handled by "Vericut," and the system itself is operated at the Mino factory for actual jig-based manufacturing. The ability to perform debugging work on a computer up to the point where there are no issues with processing on the machine, rather than debugging work within the machine itself, is a significant advantage. It provides a sense of security to the entire site. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.*

This is a case study introduction for Sakamoto Factory, Production Technology Department of Mino Industrial Co., Ltd. The company consistently carries out everything from casting to processing of aluminum die-cast products and has introduced "Vericut." As a result of the introduction, it has contributed to improvements in cycle time and reduced the burden on workers. "We have high expectations for the future evolution and support of Vericut, which we see as a 'magical machine software that can do anything,'" is the feedback we have received. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At the Takasago Manufacturing Plant of the Motor Business Headquarters, we are currently utilizing 10 licenses of "Vericut." Overall, the company has introduced nearly 40 licenses, and it is actively used in many business divisions. With the ability to perform interference checks on the PC screen in advance, the possibility of machine stoppages or tool damage is brought close to zero. The introduction of this product has provided peace of mind and reduced mental stress not only for NC programmers but also for machine operators and tool management personnel. 【Features】 ■ Interference checks are conducted during the 3D model creation stage for jig requests, preventing issues before they occur and significantly reducing rework and modification time. ■ This leads to dramatic time savings, eliminating the costs associated with necessary modifications. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

At the Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One Team's machine shop, the software 'Vericut' from CGTech ensures the precise machining of many complex and high-value parts. This team, a user for over 20 years, has incorporated the product into their standard operating procedures (SOP), recognizing the benefits of reducing machine interference and part scrap while simultaneously optimizing lead times. Currently, at the team's headquarters machine shop in Blackley, Northamptonshire, they manufacture not only race car parts but also parts for other customer programs, which include another Formula One team and INEOS Britannia (the America's Cup sailing team). For more details, please download the catalog. *For more information, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.*