en.Wedoany.com Reported - Germany's Open Mind Technologies has released the hyperMILL 2026 version, improving NC program creation speed and process reliability. For the first time, the software and its NC code-based simulation module, hyperMILL Virtual Machining, support additional tool types and angle heads.

The 2026 version enables seamless integration of angle heads into hyperMILL CAM programming. Angle heads are defined as part of the NC tool and configured via the hyperMILL Tool Builder. The virtual machine tool always considers the angle head during NC code generation, toolpath optimization, simulation, and collision checking.

Even critical phases such as angle head approach and retraction can be simulated with complete reliability. The hyperMILL Virtual Machining Optimizer automatically optimizes toolpaths for angle head machining. Curved entry also allows safe access to hard-to-reach areas of the workpiece. This function is initially available for Siemens (SINUMERIK 840D) and Heidenhain control systems.

The new 2D Hale machining (contour planning) tool option supports machining strategies and simulation, enabling flawless, scratch-free surface finishes suitable for battery manufacturing, the semiconductor industry, and sealing surfaces in the mold and die industry. As a driven axis, the spindle ensures the tool remains perpendicular to the contour guidance.

The hyperMILL 2026 version further automates rest material machining. The calculation algorithms for the "Z-level," "Parallel," and "Normal" machining strategies have been redesigned, making rest material area machining more reliable and efficient. Rest material areas are detected more precisely and machined more reliably, with feed specifications reliably considered, resulting in more uniform toolpaths.

Additionally, the system automatically integrates smooth overlaps during approach and retraction movements in steep, flat, and transition areas. This automation applies to 3D and five-axis machining. In five-axis machining, users can use the new "Minimum Clearance Angle" option to specify the minimum distance between the tool holder and the workpiece, ensuring machining with a defined clearance angle.

With "CAM Plan Turning," hyperMILL provides end-to-end programming support for turning and mill-turn parts. Turning programming typically includes only geometry, without tolerances, fits, or manufacturing information, which previously had to be added manually. "CAM Plan Turning" can quickly and consistently enrich turning contours with all relevant manufacturing information, significantly reducing programming time and providing higher process reliability for turning and mill-turn parts. The hyperMILL Turning Solutions also expands with new complex turret-type machine configurations to improve collision checking.

In the hyperMILL Electrode module, control of the erosion path has been improved, allowing more flexible use of feed and rapid movements, thereby optimizing the erosion path and reducing machining time.

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