By programming coordinate measuring machines offline, companies can improve machine utilization and increase part accuracy.
Offline programming software acts as a virtual coordinate measuring machine (CMM) that enables programming to take place exactly as if the operator were sitting in front of a real CMM. As programs are created and edited, users visualize the CMM, probes, parts and fixtures in real-time 3-D graphics. Simulations can be replayed at any speed and viewed from any angle or distance.