Transform your 3D CAD designs into highly efficient G-code with ESPRIT, an essential tool for maximizing the performance of your Swiss-type turning centers. ESPRIT brings a seamless workflow to Swiss programming, featuring a robust suite of milling, turning, high-speed machining, and advanced FreeForm cycles for simultaneous 3- and 5-axis milling. Achieve precision control over cutting paths, dramatically reduce cycle times through multi-channel synchronization, and streamline machine setup with comprehensive simulation capabilities. Choose ESPRIT for a comprehensive programming solution that delivers impeccable G-code for a wide range of Swiss-type CNC turning centers.
- Tailored for Swiss-type CNC turning centers — enhancing programming, reducing cycle times, and offering complete machine and process simulation.
Expert Swiss-Type Machining
Swiss-type CNC turning centers are ideal for intricate parts, produced in small batches using multiple cutting tools in a single setup. ESPRIT excels in this environment by integrating a complete array of milling, turning, and inspection cycles, specifically designed for Swiss-type machine components like sliding headstocks, guide bushings, and tooling slides and posts. ESPRIT SwissTurn addresses the specific needs of Swiss-type machining with versatile support for turning and C-, Y-, and B-axis milling, all within one seamless G-code program.
- Adaptable support for turning and multi-axis milling in a unified program.
Comprehensive Milling & Turning
ESPRIT stands as a complete CAM solution, offering sophisticated programming, precise simulation, and machine-optimized G-code for any CNC machine type. Its unified user interface simplifies programming for milling, turning, wire EDM, and additive tasks. To enhance cycle times and tool longevity, ESPRIT incorporates unique high-speed machining techniques, applicable for Swiss turning centers and more.
- Advanced high-speed machining featuring ProfitMilling and ProfitTurning for efficiency gains.
Streamlined & Efficient
With SwissTurn, process your parts in one go — a game-changer for parts that previously required multiple setups or machines. ESPRIT's optimization strategies include segmenting programs for increased stability and aggressive cutting, and specialized cycles like pinch turning and milling. Utilize synchronized and superimposed machining patterns for optimal cycle time efficiency.
- Achieve complete part machining in one setup, minimizing cycle time.
Simulation, Verification, & Insight
Leverage ESPRIT's built-in machine simulation and verification to ensure program accuracy before execution, saving valuable machine time. The digital twin simulation of the Swiss machine provides a realistic, animated preview of the entire machining process. Ensure program accuracy with comprehensive collision detection.
- Reliable simulation and verification for error-free execution.
More than Just G-Code
ESPRIT goes beyond delivering ready-to-run G-code, including Swiss-specific functions. It aids in cost estimation and job quoting with time studies based on cycle times. The report generator creates detailed setup sheets for shop floor clarity, customizable to each shop's preferences.
Swiss-Type Capabilities
ESPRIT offers a variety of machining cycles from a unified interface, catering to all Swiss-type machining needs:
SolidMill
- Comprehensive 2.5-axis milling, ProfitMilling, with options for:
- C-axis index and rotary milling
- Y-axis, 3+1, index milling
- B-axis, 3+2, index milling
- 3rd rotary axis, 3+3, index milling
SolidTurn
- Traditional 2-axis turning cycles, including:
- ProfitTurning
- Barfeeder, part catcher, and part handling
- Collet and jaw chuck, modular and soft jaws
- Modular tool assemblies with turret blocks
- Multiple spindle support
FreeForm 3-axis, 4-axis, or 5-axis
- Simultaneous multi-axis milling
Swiss-Type Machining
- Sliding headstock and collets
- Optional guide bushings
- Gang slides and tool posts
- Collinear axes
- Program segmentation
- Synchronized multi-channel programming
- Modes for synchronized or superimposed motion
