ModuleWorks Software Update Enhances Machining Simulations

With double chamfer tools, both the upper and lower edges can now be deburred in a single operation, as the system automatically selects the appropriate chamfer for each contour. Source: ModuleWorks

ModuleWorks’ 2025.12 software release includes features and enhancements for optimizing machining operations and CAM simulations.

Building on the previous multi-pencil and rest finishing tool paths, the corner finishing option has been introduced to safely clear material from inner corners, which is a key challenge in three-axis mold and die machining. The corner finishing option enables better rest area identification. Additionally, it can process steep and shallow areas independently to adapt to a wider range of part topologies.

The 2025.12 update also enables feed control tool paths to be fine-tuned using parameters such as side load, chip load and power-torque limits. This enables users to define custom process constraints directly within the feed control interface, giving experts greater flexibility and control when machining under non-standard cutting conditions. By adjusting tool paths to the cutting forces and machine capabilities, users can maintain more stable cutting conditions, reduce tool wear and improve cycle times.

Additionally, the release includes a feature for controlling minimum stock wall thickness prevents the unintentional creation of thin stock walls, which can cause tool overload, stock deflection and excessive vibration. By automatically avoiding thin-wall formation during machining, the feature reduces vibration and protects the tool while also maintaining part integrity and significantly extending tool life.

Deburring operations have also received an upgrade in ModuleWorks.
Previously, deburring required separate operations and two different tools to process the top and underside edges of a part, increasing programming and machining time. With double chamfer tools, both the upper and lower edges can now be deburred in a single operation, as the system automatically selects the appropriate chamfer for each contour. This streamlines the machining process and significantly reduces programming time.

Lastly ModuleWorks 2025.12 offers a major improvement for swarf machining. With an enhanced algorithm, the system can reliably detect suitable guide curves on surfaces, even those with rounded corners, enabling parts to be machined with a consistent, high level of accuracy. This improvement streamlines the programming workflow, making it faster and more adaptable across a wide variety of part geometries.