Post by GEFERTEC

Additive Manufacturing meets integrated engineering GEFERTEC and Siemens NX are advancing Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (#WAAM) by embedding it directly into a standard industrial NX CAM environment. This integration enables a fully digital, end-to-end process chain, from CAD data to validated production, within a single platform. By integrating WAAM into NX CAM, we can: ○ Generate WAAM-specific toolpaths using advanced multi-geometry operations and dedicated process routines ○ Apply process parameters and offset strategies for precise control of material deposition and printing segmentation ○ Perform machine-based kinematic simulation and material deposition analysis, including collision detection and manufacturing time calculation ○ Execute closed-loop optimization, validating both toolpaths and process conditions before production ○ Enable direct communication with the WAAM system (PLC interface) and benefit from integrated process and quality monitoring In addition, the solution supports seamless integration into digital production environments (PLM, MES, ERP), ensuring data continuity across the entire lifecycle. The result: ⦾ Optimized toolpath generation and reduced iteration loops ⦾ Increased process stability and first-time-right manufacturing ⦾ Full transparency across design, simulation, and production stages ⦾ Scalable integration into industrial manufacturing ecosystems This is a strong example of how integrated CAM platforms and additive manufacturing technologies are converging to enable industrial-grade, data-driven production workflows.