Powermill Aids Move To Five-Axis Machining
Messier-Bugatti is using Delcam 's Powermill CAM system to support its move into five-axis machining. Previously the company only had equipment with up to four axes. However, with the move to continuous five-axis machines, it felt it needed a more efficient CAM system to make the most of its new capabilities. Messier-Bugatti specialises in aeronautical braking systems and carbon brakes and has equipped more than 3,500 commercial aircraft. The Powermill seats have been installed in the company's Molsheim works in eastern France, which is now the production plant for wheels and brakes, hydraulic systems and equipment, as well as handling carbon-disk refurbishment. The most important factors in the decision to select Powermill were flexibility and the efficiency of the resulting programs. In addition, even though most of its parts are made of aluminium, Messier-Bugatti also machines titanium - a demanding material that requires high-quality toolpaths. Stephane Schneider, manufactu...