ICAM’s software combines post-processing, machine simulation and tool-path optimisation into solutions that are said to save programming and part machining time.
Sandvik Coromant has signed an agreement to acquire Canada-based ICAM Technologies Corporation, a provider of solutions that translate CAM data into optimised coding for CNC machining operations. ICAM reportedly sells to globally renowned companies in the aerospace, defence, general engineering and automotive industries. The company will report to Sandvik Coromant, a division within Sandvik Manufacturing and Machining Solutions.
ICAM’s software combines post-processing, machine simulation and tool-path optimisation into solutions that are said to save programming and part machining time, streamlining customer workflows as the user can go from their CAM system to G code in one step. ICAM’s offering is complimentary with the verification and optimisation technology of CGTech, a global leader in software for NC/CNC simulation, verification and optimisation, also owned by Sandvik and reporting into Sandvik Coromant.
“This acquisition of ICAM supports our overall business strategy and is in line with our strategic focus to further develop our offer in verification and optimisation. Our strong position within CNC machine simulation, combined with ICAM’s post-processing capabilities will enable us to deliver a complete workflow for new NC programme deployment, from post-processing to highly optimised NC programmes running on the machine,” said Nadine Crauwels, President of Sandvik Machining Solutions.
Sandvik has acquired Canada-based software provider ICAM
John Nassr, owner of ICAM, says, “For many decades, ICAM and CGTech have seen the world of CAM systems, computers, operating systems, machine tools and their controls evolve exponentially. ICAM and CGTech continue to share the same prestigious customer base who use our products as part of the most dependable and accurate Virtual Part Manufacturing Process in all metal removal industries worldwide. On top of all this, we come from the same business culture, we have similar roots and depth-of-knowledge in a very complex world, guaranteeing that this new relationship holds huge potential and promise for developing even greater innovations for our customers for years to come.”
ICAM was founded in 1971 in Montreal, Canada and currently has 27 employees.
Sandvik acquires US-based Dimensional Control Systems
Sandvik has acquired US-based Dimensional Control Systems (DCS) – a leading global provider of dimensional quality management software and on-site engineering services. DCS’s offering will complement and enhance Sandvik’s existing portfolio within metrology. The company will be reported in the Industrial Metrology division, within the business area of Sandvik Manufacturing and Machining Solutions.
Sandvik has acquired US-based Dimensional Control Systems
DCS’s software solutions include CAD simulation tools, enabling customers to improve and validate their component design and metrology measurement plan – resulting in reduced scrap, rework, downtime and non-conformance issues. The company is a trusted partner of many major OEM’s and other manufacturers world-wide. It has more than 400 software customers in automotive, aerospace, high-tech electronics, medical devices and industrial machinery manufacturing – with 10 000 licenses in total. Software revenues represent 65% of total sales, of which 40% are recurring revenues.
