Case Study: Cambridge Precision Ltd. accelerates 5-axis machining with Hexagon’s ALPHACAM

ALPHACAM guides 5-axis future for Cambridge Precision

Cambridge Precision Ltd, a UK-based engineering subcontractor, was seeking to increase efficiency and reduce the number of operations required to manufacture complex components on their CNC milling machines. They aimed to transition from 3-axis to 5-axis machining to streamline their production process for parts serving various industries.

Using Hexagon's ALPHACAM CAD/CAM software, Cambridge Precision implemented 5-axis capability by adding Nikken tables to existing Haas and Doosan mills. This Hexagon solution dramatically reduced operations; one component's cycle time was cut from 75 minutes to under 30 minutes. The software's simulation feature was essential for preventing collisions, and its programming tools enabled faster quoting and efficient reuse of existing programs, solidifying 5-axis machining as the company's future.

Cambridge Precision Ltd

Andy Barnard

Milling Supervisor