News - OPEN MIND Technologies

2018-02-06 OPEN MIND presents hyperMILL® 2018.1

CAD/CAM manufacturer OPEN MIND has released version 2018.1 of the hyperMILL® software suite. Important new functions have been included: ‘soft overlap’ blending enhancements, 3D-optimized roughing for high feed cutters, and ‘global fitting,’ a CAM-oriented CAD function. The new version also boasts process-optimized functions for electrode manufacturing. Go to press info

2017-12-14 Innovative turning strategy in hyperMILL®

The tool manufacturer Vandurit has developed an innovative rollFEED® turning method that is matched with an exclusive hyperMILL® CAM strategy from OPEN MIND. Thanks to this collaboration, there is now a new solution for CNC turning that offers maximum process reliability and significantly reduces machining times and tool wear. Go to press info

2017-12-13 Highly efficient OPEN MIND finishing strategy: Optimal surfaces with hyperMILL® MAXX Machining

Many industry sectors are increasingly demanding very high quality surface finishes. To address this demand, OPEN MIND offers highly efficient finishing strategies that make optimal use of machine and tool options in relation to surface quality and speed. These strategies are part of the hyperMILL® MAXX Machining CAM performance package. Go to press info

2017-10-13 OPEN MIND after EMO 2017

CAD/CAM manufacturer OPEN MIND Technologies AG is pleased with its successful showing at the EMO metalworking trade fair. At its stand, OPEN MIND was able to answer trade fair attendees’ numerous questions about specific production requirements in innovative, persuasive ways using the many new functions of Version 2018.1 of the hyperMILL® CAD/CAM suite. Go to press info

2017-09-20 OPEN MIND presents hyperMILL® VIRTUAL Machining simulation solution at EMO

True to EMO 2017’s theme ‘Networked systems for intelligent production’, CAM/CAD manufacturer OPEN MIND is debuting hyperMILL® VIRTUAL Machining, a key component for implementing digital production systems. The simulation solution creates a perfect virtual rendering of reality in the machine based on NC data. Go to press info

2017-08-17 OPEN MIND offers efficient solutions for the aerospace industry - hyperMILL®: CAM meets Aerospace

The aerospace industry is of the most technically challenging industries in the world. There are growing pressures to look at new manufacturing methods to reduce production times and increase efficiency. One of the determining factors in the production chain is the choice of the right CAM solution. Reduced machining times with high material removal rates of up to 95 per cent require... Go to press info

2017-07-05 OPEN MIND and GROB Group host free technical seminar on strategies for 5-axis machining

The GROB Group and OPEN MIND join forces to offer a two-day technology seminar on August 1-2, 2017. The manufacturer of universal machining centers partners with the developer of CAM/CAD systems to present highly-innovative production solutions for aerospace and other industries at GROB’s U.S. headquarters and manufacturing facility in Bluffton, Ohio. Go to press info

2017-06-14 Die-sinking electrodes made fast and easy

CAM manufacturer OPEN MIND Technologies AG is presenting hyperCAD®-S Electrode, an innovative module for automating the design and production of electrodes for die-sinking. Go to press info

2017-06-08 OPEN MIND successful at Moulding Expo

OPEN MIND Technologies AG is very pleased with the level of interest its mould and tool making solutions received at Moulding Expo 2017. Visitors at the trade fair who hadn’t yet heard about the optimisation options available with 5axis tangent plane machining were able to learn more about this solution at the OPEN MIND booth, which was exhibiting a large model of a conical barrel cutter. Go to press info

2017-05-31 OPEN MIND hyperMILL® 2017.2 - hyperMILL® Delivers Faster Programming and More Flexibility

The new 2017.2 Version of the hyperMILL® CAM suite now provides a number of improved machining strategies, such as 3D-optimised roughing and programming aids such as T-slot feature detection. In addition, the CAD software hyperCAD®-S has been given a new module for the production of electrodes for die-sinking. Go to press info

2017-02-02 OPEN MIND’s hyperMILL® 2017.1 at SOLIDWORKS World

OPEN MIND will demonstrate hyperMILL® 2017.1 at SOLIDWORKS World from February 5 to 8 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. SOLIDWORKS World is the annual gathering of the SOLIDWORKS community to learn and share experiences. OPEN MIND is a Gold partner for its integrated hyperMILL® CAM software, meeting the requirements of integration, user interface and seamless data access. Go to press info

2016-12-15 F1 Subcontractor Bucks The Trend By Manufacturing A Mountain Bike

As a fifth generation engineer, Stewart Palmer knew from a young age the path his career would take. Now, as a highly skilled engineer, Stewart has spent the last 18 months designing and manufacturing his own downhill mountain bike... Go to press info

2016-12-12 UK Subcontractor fully exploits hyperMILL® machining strategies - Bicycle Milled From Solid Stock

With its mountain bike frame milled from solid stock, North Bucks Machining Ltd, based in Milton Keynes, UK, has created a new reference workpiece that demonstrates the many possibilities offered by the hyperMILL® CAM suite from OPEN MIND Technologies. Go to press info

2016-08-11 hyperMILL® 2016.2 certified for Autodesk Inventor 2017 software

hyperMILL®, the CAM/CAD solution from OPEN MIND Technologies AG has now been certified by Autodesk Inc. This means that an integrated and fully autonomous workflow is ensured when converting files from Inventor 2017 software to hyperMILL®... Go to press info

2016-07-12 OPEN MIND becomes Tier 1 member at the AMRC

OPEN MIND Technologies has now been awarded Tier 1 membership status at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC). The globally renowned research facility has invited OPEN MIND to enhance its membership status following a number of successful collaborative projects... Go to press info

2016-04-20 Cutting more efficiently with hyperMILL®

OPEN MIND Technologies AG, one of the leading CAD/CAM software developers, appeared at the tenth Die & Mould India International Exhibition in Bangalore to present the newest expansions of the hyperMILL® CAM suite... Go to press info

2015-10-16 hyperMILL® MAXX Machining – improved milling performance

High-performance CAM strategies - OPEN MIND Technologies AG was unveiling hyperMILL® Version 2016.1 at EMO in Milan, Italy. The new hyperMILL® MAXX Machining performance package has been one of the highlights of the event... Go to press info

2014-10-17 hyperMILL® 2014 is a winner

OPEN MIND Technologies AG is extremely pleased with the response to their presence at the AMB trade fair in Stuttgart. OPEN MIND, a manufacturer of CAM/CAD software and post processors, believes that the high number of visitors at their booth demonstrates that the current development of the hyperMILL® suite has great potential for modern manufacturing... Go to press info

2014-10-06 hyperMILL® 2014 attracts attention in Chicago

CAM/CAD specialist OPEN MIND received a number of detailed inquiries and enjoyed a great deal of positive feedback on presentations held at its exhibition booth at the International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago. Over the six days at a trade show, over 40% more interested parties took advantage of the opportunity to view the hyperMILL® CAM solutions than two years ago... Go to press info

2014-09-30 hyperMILL® 2014 certified for Autodesk Inventor

hyperMILL® 2014, the CAM solution from OPEN MIND Technologies AG, is fully compatible with Autodesk Inventor 2015 as has been certified by Autodesk Inc. Realising the seamless interaction between the two products is an integral part of the hyperMILL® product development process. “It’s important for our users to be able to work quickly and efficiently through excellent integration... Go to press info

2014-07-04 hyperMILL® with new machining strategies

OPEN MIND Technologies AG, one of the leading developers of CAM/CAD software and postprocessors, is set to present at the Farnborough International Airshow. OPEN MIND will present version 2014.1 of the CAM solution hyperMILL® at Booth B3 in Hall 1 of the aviation trade fair from 14 to 20 July 2014... Go to press info

2014-06-12 hyperMILL® at a trade fair in Indonesia

OPEN MIND Technologies AG, one of the leading developers of CAD/CAM software and postprocessors, is presenting for the first time at Manufacturing Surabaya (11 to 14 June 2014 in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia)... Go to press info

2014-01-29 hyperMILL® tire module push machines to the limit

OPEN MIND Technologies AG, one of the leading CAD/CAM software developers, is set to present its solutions for the tire industry at Tire Technology Expo 2014 in Cologne, Germany, from 11 to 13 February 2014. The tire module was once again significantly extended in the current version of the hyperMILL® CAM software... Go to press info

2013-12-24 More convenience through intelligent macros

hyperMILL® has enhanced the implementation of technology macros from only containing static processing steps to now including intelligent macros. The intelligent macro contains information for many programming situations and only selects those required based on the current scenario... Go to press info

2013-10-09 hyperMAXX® now also for 2D machining

“High-performance cutting” strategy extended. hyperMAXX®, the roughing module fully integrated into hyperMILL®, combines optimal milling paths, maximum material removal and the shortest possible machining times... Go to press info

2013-07-08 Expansion to South America

OPEN MIND opens subsidiary in Brazil. The CAM/CAD manufacturer wants to use Brazil's São Paulo Metropolitan Region, the largest industrial centre in South America, to begin the process of... Go to press info

2013-06-21 International Sales & Tech Symposium

The event focused on the further developing CAM/CAD solutions from the hyperMILL® suite and repositioning the OPEN MIND brand. 220 OPEN MIND employees and OPEN MIND partners from 14 countries... Go to press info

2013-03-04 OPEN MIND at METALL 2013

METALL 2013 will take place in Munich, Germany from 6 to 8 March 2013. CAD-/CAM software developer OPEN MIND will use the exhibition to offer visitors from companies from the metalworking industry... Go to press info

2012-05-24 OPEN MIND website now also in Russian and Spanish

Language versions Eight and Nine - OPEN MIND regards Russia and Spain as important strategic markets for digital manufacturing... Go to press info

2011-07-06 OPEN MIND continues on course for growth

OPEN MIND Techn. AG is continuing on its path to growth by opening a subsidiary in Spain. This will improve support services for customers on the Iberian Peninsula provided by the company's own employees. OPEN MIND sees the Spanish market as an opportunity for growth. Go to press info

2011-05-27 CAD tool with machining expertise

OPEN MIND is investing in the development of a proprietary CAD platform. The CAM specialist has decided to launch its own CAD solution Go to press info

2010-02-15 Milling of an egg holder

OPEN MIND at the METAV 2010 in Düsseldorf from 23.02. to 27.02.2010 PLM-INNOVATION-PARK in Hall 9, Stand D47 Go to press info