ST-Machine COM DLLs for STEP-NC

With ST-Machine, you can use the STEP-NC DLL to create a custom STEP-NC pipeline to integrate your design and manufacturing systems. Using COM, you can easily access the DLL from your applications using Visual Basic, C++, C#, and other languages.

Some of the possible applications include:

• Automate the production of your STEP-NC data
  All the function in the user interface of the Explorer can be called using the API of the dll. Therefore, you can write applications to assemble your STEP-NC data more quickly and efficiently, and reduce the possibility of data entry errors.
• Integrate STEP-NC into your control
  Replace the CNC converters in the ST-Machine Explorer with API calls that access your STEP-NC data directly from the control. Use the API of the dll to update the coordinates of the part and fixtures in your STEP-NC data as your part is being machined and dynamically check for collisions before they occur.
• Write Custom Converters
  Any machine can be adapted for STEP-NC not just ones with Siemens Triori and Fanuc TCP controls. With a custom converter your CNC will be able to machine data from any CAM system.
• Implement Advanced Machining Functionality
  Write applications for your CNC to take advantage of the new types of geometry allowed in a STEP-NC tool path, or use the advanced programming constructs allowed in the language to control advanced features of your machine.
• Machining Optimization
  Write applications that optimize the feeds and speeds, or other aspects of the machining process, and take better advantage of the capabilities of your machine.
• Read STEP-NC data into your CAM and CNC Verification Systems
  Use the high level API in the DLL to write applications that import STEP-NC data into a CAM or CNC Verification system for visualization, editing and verification.
• 3D Direct Numerical Control
  Write applications for DNC systems to use to verify and visualize the status of STEP-NC files before they are loaded onto the control.
• Manufacturing Integration
  Write applications to process STEP-NC data for your MES and ERP systems.