Numerical Control Computer Sciences has announced the inclusion of the Tire Mold Applications Library (TMAL) with their NCL V9.1. The TMAL is a special extension to our NCL multi-axis machining software that provides features and processes that facilitate the modeling, assembly and 5-axis machining of tire mold patterns.
NCL is a powerful Computer-Aided Manufacturing software package which generates simultaneous 2 through 5-axis NC tool paths and provides parametric 3D modeling. All geometric modeling functions are fully associative. A change to the model results in an immediate change to corresponding tool paths.

NCL is ideally suited for environments where design changes are frequent, such as the aerospace industry. NCL also supports full parametric programming where a family of parts can be machined by simply filling in a form. NCL is used extensively in the aerospace, turbomachinery, power generation, tire mold, and composite industries.

Special Features
The following special features and processes are included with the TMAL:

• Allows wrapping of 2D geometry onto 3D surfaces.
• Automatically applies draft angles to entities being wrapped.
• Provides a process to automate the creation of 3D models from 2D data.
• Provides a process for automatically applying multi-axis tool paths to multiple pitches and tire sizes.
• Provides a process for automatically assembling 3D IGES data into multiple pitch segments.
• Provides special functions for tread groove machining.

• Provides a process for automatically copying tool path data to produce multiple orientations of the same pitch.
• Provides the ability to apply multiple shrink factors to NC tool paths via the universal postprocessor, PostWorks.
• PostWorks is a universal 2 through 10-axis postprocessor and postprocessor generator. PostWorks converts output from most major CAM systems into NC data files which can be used to run virtually any NC device including mills, lathes, mill/turns, CMMs, lasers, ultrasonic cutters, and routers. A simple interface enables the user to easily establish machine configurations, control unit features, and output file formats. PostWorks automatically creates a solid model of the machine and dynamically simulates the machine's movement. PostWorks also provides a comprehensive macro language for easy customization. PostWorks is proven technology used across the manufacturing spectrum.

Numerical Control Computer Sciences (NCCS) has been an international supplier of Computer Aided Manufacturing software and services for 25 years. A recognized leader in software solutions for multi-axis machining applications, its flagship product NCL, is used throughout the world. In addition to its NCL products, NCCS offers a two through ten-axis universal postprocessor and driver generator called PostWorks. NCCS products run on SGI, SUN, IBM, and HP UNIX workstations and Windows NT & 2000. Corporate Headquarters for NCCS is 4685 MacArthur Court, Suite 200*Newport Beach, CA 92660*www.nccs.com.