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Blog Post 9.02.03 - Automatically Embed Extended Data into DXF Flat Files
Automate the generation of CAM bend programs with the proper Extended Data embedded into Your DXF flat files. Read More ...
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Automatically Embed Extended Data into DXF Flat Files
The preparation of 3D Sheet Metal CAD Models and 2D DXF Flat Files for your nesting software and programming CAM bending programs can be a labor-intensive engineering workflow process. This includes the adjustment of bend radii to match the proper bending machine tool.
Global Edge Engineering Assistant can optionally integrate with your ERP and PDM / Document Control systems to process daily production with an Automated Production Work Queue. This includes the ability to automatically configure and adjust 3D Sheet Metal CAD Models to match daily production orders and produce nesting software ready DXF Flat Files. This also includes the automated integration of Extended Data into each DXF Flat File to facilitate Automated Bend Program Generation with the following features and benefits:
Global Edge Engineering Assistant can optionally integrate with your ERP and PDM / Document Control systems to process daily production with an Automated Production Work Queue. This includes the ability to automatically configure and adjust 3D Sheet Metal CAD Models to match daily production orders and produce nesting software ready DXF Flat Files. This also includes the automated integration of Extended Data into each DXF Flat File to facilitate Automated Bend Program Generation with the following features and benefits:
- Automated Sorting by Material & Thickness
- Automated Adjustment of Bend Radii by Machine Tool
- Automated Integration of Extended DXF Flat File Data
- Automates Manufacturing Engineering Process
- Eliminates Shop Floor Errors
As the Global Edge Engineering Assistant processes sheet metal parts, this process includes an Automated CAD Part Analysis that imports and stores complete CAD part parameters and matches each sheet metal part with the appropriate bend process. This is subsequently followed with the automated addition of Extended DXF Data to each DXF Flat File to facilitate Automated Bend Program Generation with the following data:
