Plug-In Integrates Design Geometry Into CAM Preparation

This new plug-in directly integrates SpaceClaim geometry into VisualCAD/VisualMILL in preparation for the manufacturing process.

MecSoft Corporation (Irvine, CA), the developer of computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software solutions, has announced the availability of the latest version of their fully integrated plug-in for SpaceClaim Engineer, VisualXPORT 2.0 for SpaceClaim.

VisualXPORT for SpaceClaim is a plug-in for SpaceClaim Engineer, allowing users to transfer SpaceClaim geometry directly to VisualCAD without having to go through a neutral format such as STEP or IGES. The solution provides an enhanced workflow for companies that design in SpaceClaim and use VisualCAD/VisualMILL in their manufacturing process.

“SpaceClaim customers will be excited to be able to directly integrate their work with this new integration,” stated Rich Moore, the vice president of business development at SpaceClaim. “This will further streamline their work and ability to prepare geometry for manufacturing quickly and easily.”

“We’re now able to meet the needs of our users that desire enhanced export capabilities beyond the traditional 3D DWG, STL, IGES and STEP formats,” stated Uday Honnalagere, the support manager for MecSoft.

VisualXPORT 2.0 for SpaceClaim is available in both 32 and 64 bit versions.

Headquartered in Irvine, MecSoft is a worldwide leader in providing CAD/CAM software products for the small to mid-market segments, including VisualMILL®, VisualMILL for SolidWorks®, RhinoCAM™, Alibre CAM®, VisualXPORT for Inventor® & SolidWorks®, and VisualTURN®.

The software delivers powerful, easy-to-use and affordable solutions for users in the custom manufacturing, rapid tooling, mold making, aerospace, automotive, tool & die, woodworking, and education industries. www.mecsoft.com, www.visualxport.com