The specific CAM software for cutting tubes and metal sheet.
Computes TUBE
Computes TUBE is the CAM solution chosen by Computes Group to make programming of tube and profile cutting machines easy and fast. Computes TUBE manages all tube and profile cutting systems on 3, 4 or 5 axis machines with one or more spindles and cutting cells.
Why choose Computes TUBE
Save time on design and machining with software that is accessible to everyone.
3D CAD and expert designers not required: design and draw in 3D directly in Computes TUBE
No 3D CAD or experts required.
Computes TUBE features a simple internal interface for designing 3D tubes, profiles, and assemblies with a large library of ready-made sections and models: this way you can save on the investment of 3D CAD and specialized resources.
Assembly import with quality retrieval
Import complex projects with a single click with automatic recognition of repeated parts within the assembly: clicking on each individual element of the assembly highlights the part's operations and quantities in detail.
Cutting, welding and bending in half the time.
Save time thanks to the automatic recognition of the tube and profile section. Easily add connections such as tabs and slots to tubes and profiles of an assembly. Develop bend reliefs in a linear way quickly to facilitate manual bending operations. Obtain precise estimates of cutting and processing times for individual parts and assemblies.
From design to production in 1 click
Minimize design time without the risk of errors thanks to the automatic generation of toolpaths and cutting programs. Eliminate waste thanks to optimized cutting programs.
Suitable for any cutting or combined machine.
Computes TUBE is compatible with machines from any manufacturer for cutting tubes and profiles, without limitation of the number of axes or robots. It is also compatible with any machine that combines laser cutting with other mechanical units (drilling, milling, punching, tapping, etc.).
Safe and smooth production thanks to simulations and total machine control.
Production is safe and smooth!
Computes TUBE simulates all possible criticalities and collisions that your machine may encounter when working on a specific piece. Furthermore, the software is able to manage all the specific functionalities of machines dedicated to cutting tubes and profiles (automatic programming of loading/unloading systems, coupling and clamping constraints for multi-spindle machines, management of probing systems, etc. ).
Automatic Batch Tube Mode.
Automatically combines the nesting and production simulation programming phase to monitor collisions and criticalities. Save over 70% of time by importing tube assemblies with just 1 click! The program automatically applies the technology to all elements of the assembly, generates the nesting and the relative NC.
Other advantages of Computer Tube, the software for cutting tubes and profiles
Integration
It interfaces with 3D CAD systems supporting STEP, IGES, SAT, and Parasolid formats, as well as native formats from high-level CAD software such as Inventor, CATIA, Creo, Solid Edge, and SolidWorks. It integrates seamlessly with Computes MES, the software for data collection and production management.
Realistic configuration of the machine.
In Computes TUBE, all cutting machines and robots from any manufacturer can be configured. The system creates a complete 3D model of the machine, taking into account every structural and technical feature, and generates cutting programs and time estimates tailored to the specific configured machine.
Animated simulation
The programming of tube and profile cutting is performed in a 3D environment, enabling a complete visualization of the machine within an animated simulation. The system fully accounts for kinematics (speed, acceleration, and singularity points) without any limitations on the number of machine or robot axes. The simulation also highlights potential collisions or production issues, ensuring precise and efficient operation.
Everything you can do with Computes TUBE.
Easy and intuitive 3D modelling with no need of third-party software
3D tubes and profiles modelling of every sections
Collection of predefined sections and pre-set shapes for holes, end cuts, and bends.
Possibility to define holes of any shape and dimension
Feasibility to apply bevels starting from the design step
Importing the assemblies
Import of 3D pieces and assemblies in Parasolid®, STEP IGES and SAT/ACIS® format.
Import of native 3D models (Catia® v4/v5, Inventor®, ProEngineer®, SolidEdge®, SOLIDWORKS®, Parasolid®, Unigraphics®)
Automatic recognition of tubes and profiles sections and the geometric parameters of holes in imported CAD parts.
Managing production and material orders
Automatic creation of the production orders and retrieval of quantities from CAD assembly models
Nesting
Optimization of bar cutting: optimized cutting programs for multiple parts on multiple bars to maximize scrap reduction.
Ability to perform nesting on bars of different lengths.
Programming of 3-,4-, or 5-axis machines with spindles and robots.
Compatibility with any cutting machine, combined system, or cutting robot, without limitations on the number of axes.
Management of the advanced functions for tube cutting machines.
Coupling constraints for multi-spindle machines.
Automatic management of clamping rules for spindle vises.
Automatic programming of the loading-unloading unit
Tube handling using systems alternative to the spindle
Handling the sensors (hole centering device, tube twisting, etc.)
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