Right First Time - Drawing Free Manufacture  
 
 

1Model Model

Receive 3D model (IGES, STEP, IDEAS)

Set Datum/translate
(Pro Engineering/CATIA)

Create “master” model for manufacture
 

4 Inspect Inspect

Create inspection programs from Model (Mitutoyo Cadpak)

Inspect each stage and finished part
Drawing Free Manufacturing
   
 

2 Program & Validate Program & Validate

Import and validate master model

Generate programmes (Delcam Powermill)

Verify toolpaths with simulation software (Vericut)
   
 

3 Machine Machine  

Set-up & tooling layout created from model

Machining proven on first off component

Any changes – go back through process

 

 
     
1 Model 2 Program & Validate 3 Machine 4 Inspect