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The WinTool-TopSolid'CAM interface function has been updated. Tool data is deployed from WinTool, which serves as the command center for tool information management in the machining business process, to TopSolid'CAM. This reduces the effort required to register and manage tool data within TopSolid'CAM. By using WinTool as a foundation, it is also possible to implement tool inventory management and tool setup management together. This ensures the consistency of tool data across the entire business process! WinTool-TopSolid'CAM Interface (V1.10.0) ● Compatibility with TopSolid'CAM 7.20 ● Added support for composite tools (milling) ● Improved 3D model import (milling & turning) ● Enhanced user interface for importing cutting condition data ● Created tool reference points when importing milling tool data ● Ability to define custom tool reference points using the tracking point feature

We have updated the WinTool-Mastercam interface functionality. Tool data is deployed from WinTool, which serves as the command center for tool information management in the machining business process, to Mastercam. This reduces the hassle of double registration and management of tool data within Mastercam. By using WinTool as a foundation, it is also possible to manage tool inventory and tool setup simultaneously. This ensures the consistency of tool data across the entire business process! WinTool Mastercam Interface (V4.7.0) ● Interface with Mastercam 2027 ● Improved display of forms and dialogs on high DPI screens by enabling high DPI rendering mode.

The main new features of WinTool 2026.3.1 are as follows: ● Migration to .NET 10 ● Windows can be separated for multi-display use ● One-click replacement of successor components across assembly tools ● Batch reconstruction of 2D drawings and outlines of assembly tools in the background ● Configurable SMB service account for CNC file management network folders ● Job steps in CNC process management operate in a virtual memory environment ● Modernization of the "Select Location and Place" dialog box in CNC process management ● Introduction of the new version of the WinTool plugin API Let's make the most of the latest features in our business operations!

The Abrasive Technology Association is a society that comprehensively addresses technologies related to precision processing, including abrasive technology, tool technology, processing technology, processing machinery, measurement technology, and micro/nano processing technology. We will be giving a presentation titled "Enhancing Business Productivity through Tool Information Management" at the 2nd Research and Study Meeting of the Kansai Regional Chapter. We will also introduce the initiatives of Matsue Yamamoto Metal Co., Ltd., a WinTool user, at this event. If you are available on July 16, 2026, please consider participating.

The WinTool-hyperMILL interface function has been updated. By obtaining data from WinTool, which serves as the command center for tool information in the machining business process, you can not only effectively utilize tool data in NC program creation but also apply it to tool information management on the shop floor (inventory management and tool setup management)! WinTool hyperMILL Interface (V2.15.2) ● Compatibility with hyperMILL 2026 ● Improved contour XML output for the "Extension" component ● Improved CAM-side import of face milling tools ● Resolved diameter calculation issue for boring bars ● Corrected tool length calculation for end mills with a negative tip angle

The WinTool-ESPRIT interface function has been updated! By obtaining data from WinTool, which serves as the command center for tool information management in machining business processes, you can not only make effective use of tool data in NC program creation but also utilize it for tool information management on the shop floor (inventory management and tool setup management)! WinTool-ESPRIT EDGE Interface (V1.4.0) ● Compatibility with Esprit EDGE 2026.1 Hotfix 1 (2026.1.2615.3887) ● Improved handling on the ESPRIT side for importing WinTool tool data names that contain "'" or "“" ● Improved handling on the WinTool side for ESPRIT tool ID fields that contain “#”

We have released the latest version of WinTool, 2026.2! The main new features of WinTool 2026.2 are as follows: ● Modernization of the tool list data grid ● Expansion of display items for workpiece information in the tool list data ● Application of a new search screen for assembly tool data when creating new assembly tool physical items ● Expansion of data headers for assembly tool physical items ● Increase in selectable columns for file display within the NC folder All of these are improvements aimed at enhancing usability.

Centralized management of grinding wheel information in accordance with cutting tool information. Let's further enhance business productivity! By strengthening support for grinding wheels and basic grinding wheel holders, we have expanded the application range of WinTool. This allows for the integration of tool information management for both cutting and grinding processes into a single system. We have added 36 new outline sets covering major ISO/DIN standard grinding wheels. Among these, 7 types of outlines support DXF generation and contour generation (with plans for continuous expansion). Additionally, drawing of basic grinding wheel holders is also possible. This extension enables users to manage grinding tool information with the same level of consistency as cutting tools. It achieves better process planning, generation of standardized documents, assurance of information consistency, visualization of information, and maximization of production preparation efficiency.