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Delcam Adds Online Forum for FeatureCAM Users

Delcam has added a new online forum for users of its FeatureCAM range of CADCAM software.  This will compliment the exciting forums for the company’s other products, the PowerSHAPE hybrid modeler, the PowerMILL CAM system, the PowerINSPECT inspection software, the CopyCAD reverse engineering program and the ArtCAM software for engraving and routing. 

As with the existing forums, Delcam staff will monitor the new FeatureCAM forum regularly so that they can answer queries and provide tips to users.  They will also use the forums to announce the release of new patches and software versions as they become available for download. 

The forums will also allow users to add their own tips on the software and to display any particularly impressive products or projects completed with FeatureCAM software. 

To view the FeatureCAM forum go to http://forum.featurecam.com/.   

Progressive Expands In-house Training Program 

While purchasing a mold maintenance program like MoldTrax 4 is a step in the right direction for getting optimal plastic parts production, implementing this sophisticated system can be quite another. So Progressive Components has expanded its services to include on-site training with mold maintenance expert Steve Johnson, developer of MoldTrax.  

These 6 training options can be combined or stand alone: 

• Maintenance Capability Assessment: An A to Z assessment of how you or your vendor’s mold repair shop compares with typical industry best practices. Everything mold maintenance related from initial mold start-up in the press, through the production run and finally when it is pulled.

• Documentation Practices and Evaluation: Compare the differences between your current system and MoldTrax 4 and how this format can change you from a fire-fighting culture to a more profitable, systemized, reliable approach.

• MoldTrax 4 Software Implementation (Fast Start Program).  Have your molds and data entered for you, and a file system created to get up and running quickly.

• MoldTrax 4 Web Based Training.  Set aside a block of time in your training room to have your tool room employees instructed on the basics of using Moldtrax 4. 

• MoldTrax 4 Web Based Auditing.  Have your MoldTrax 4 data audited via Webex for accuracy, clarity, report functionality and defect targeting approach on a periodic basis.

• Hands-on Mold Repair Training at the Bench: Organize and standardize bench practices for new or novice mold repair employees or toolmakers. Improve repair consistency and mold performance by establishing standardized procedures that will reduce mistakes while working on molds more efficiently. 

“In-house training and systems evaluation can drastically shorten the learning curve required to make the transition to MoldTrax,” says Johnson.  “Specific areas of concern can be directly assessed for a more complete approach to maximizing mold performance and maintenance efficiency.” 

Moldtrax users were recently featured in Injection Molding Magazine.  The feature can be accessed HERE.