The Pressure to Go Faster
Modern CNC machine shops face a tough balancing act: increase throughput, shorten cycle times, and lower costs, but do it without compromising tool life or quality. Traditional high-efficiency milling techniques can slash roughing times by up to 80%, but they often only work for specific features, leaving much of the part untouched by those gains.
Enter SolidCAM’s 2D iMachining, an intelligent toolpath technology that lets manufacturers dramatically accelerate machining across all geometries – without the usual risks of tool wear or instability.
SolidCAM is a full CAM solution, covering everything from 2.5D to the most complex multichannel mill-turn and Swiss machines.
Intelligent Toolpaths that Adapt
At the heart of 2D iMachining is a simple principle: keep the chip load constant. Sudden force spikes and chatter are eliminated by dynamically adjusting engagement and feed rates in real time. Its patented algorithm morphs toolpaths into smooth spirals, minimizing air-cutting and ensuring the cutter stays engaged.
Combined with the iMachining Technology Wizard, which automatically calculates optimal speeds, feeds, and depths based on material and machine data, even inexperienced programmers can achieve expert-level results every time.
Results That Matter
With 2D iMachining, shops report overall cycle time reductions of 50–70% – even more in tough materials – all while doubling or tripling tool life. That means more parts per shift, fewer tool changes, and a significant boost in machine productivity.
Check out some of our videos featuring SolidCAM with iMachining Technology in Action: iMachining Videos
