CloudNC, a manufacturing technology company, has launched its CAM Assist AI solution for Mastercam users. CAM Assist uses AI to create machining strategies for 3 and 3+2 axis CNC machines, now accessible as an add-on for Mastercam, a widely used CAM software.
Theo Saville, CEO of CloudNC, stated that this integration allows more machinists to benefit from CAM Assist, potentially saving machine shops over 1,000 hours per year. The software is now available through North American resellers like Shopware, CAD/CAM Consulting Services (CCCS), and In-House Solutions.
Bill Angsten from Shopware praised CAM Assist for automating complex programming, while Patrick Shelar of CCCS highlighted its efficiency in reducing programming time. Neil Lang from In-House Solutions emphasized its role in making machining more accessible and productive.
CAM Assist uses AI to quickly generate machining strategies, significantly cutting down CNC programming time. It also helps estimate the cost of new components faster, improving productivity and reducing lead times. Additionally, a new feature, Cutting Parameters AI, optimizes feeds and speeds for various machining scenarios, further boosting productivity by 20%. The CAM Assist plug-in for Mastercam is available now via CloudNC’s website and selected resellers.
CloudNC aims to enable single-click manufacturing and is transforming precision machining. With CAM Assist, we help manufacturers save hundreds of programming hours annually by using AI to speed up CNC CAM programming. Established in 2015, CloudNC has a skilled team with expertise in computer science and manufacturing, headquartered in London and with a factory in Chelmsford. The company is supported by investors like Atomico and Episode 1 Ventures, and has strategic partnerships with Autodesk and Lockheed Martin.
Shopware, Inc., founded in 1992, is a leading manufacturing technology partner in the Midwest and the third-largest Mastercam reseller globally. Based in Elgin, IL, Shopware offers machining solutions through software, technical services, and professional services, covering IL, WI, IA, IN, and KY.
CAD/CAM Consulting Services, established in 1993 and based in Newbury Park, California, is a private company that sells, services, supports, and trains users on Mastercam® CAD/CAM Software, CloudNC CAM Assist, and various 3D printers. CCCS collaborates with other providers of CAD, CAM, DNC, shop management systems, and machine tool manufacturers to offer integration and support services.
In-House Solutions, Inc., founded in 1988, provides machining solutions to the manufacturing industry, including software, technical services, and educational materials. As a leader in the Canadian manufacturing industry, In-House Solutions stays at the forefront of innovations in CNC machining.
