ESPRIT

ESPRIT

Hexagon AB
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About

EDGECAM is a market leading computer aided manufacturing (CAM) system for NC part programming. With unparalleled ease of use and sophisticated toolpath generation, it’s the only CAM system you’ll need for milling, turning and mill-turn machining. EDGECAM utilises your in house knowledge and experience to drive the CAM process with automation tools to suit different applications - allowing you to maintain your competitive edge. Associative native CAD model loading technology allows instant model manipulation, updates and rapid tool path regeneration. ‘Workflow’ technology enables accelerated and efficient programming of CNC machine tools. Edgecam is used by many of the World’s leading Manufacturers to improve productivity and quality from sub-contact to corporate organisations. Industry leading training and support on a global basis from dedicated support teams ensures excellent response times.

About

With powerful programming, accurate simulation, and machine-optimized G-code, ESPRIT delivers a large-scale impact driving CNC machines more efficiently and fully utilizing machine capabilities. With ESPRIT, programming is simplified and machine utilization goes up, while both setup and cycle times drop. Backed by world-class technical support, ESPRIT is the right choice for any industrial application, from job shop work to large-scale heavy equipment manufacturing. Do you edit your G-code? How much time does it take? Does your machine keep alarming out during the test run? Have you ever crashed your machines with CAM-generated G-code? If these problems sound familiar to you, we've got four reasons why ESPRIT® can make your life as a CNC programmer much easier. ESPRIT is always in motion. Browse product announcements, company updates, and more. Our extensive partnerships with top industry names ensure you get the most from your machine.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Manufacturing organizations interested in a computer aided manufacturing (CAM) system for NC part programming

Audience

Manufacturers, engineers and designers searching for a solution to improve their operations

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 3.0 / 5
ease 3.0 / 5
features 3.5 / 5
design 2.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.0 / 5
ease 3.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • To get 5-6 parts programmed daily. It helps a lot on quoting using my PCIs for a quick toolpaths. The thing called WORKFLOW interface are really good remind me working on the machine, load the model, set up the environment stock fixture machine, than create features for holes, toolpath and Generate NC code is dead simple.
  • Marie Sparshatt Ltd, as a small sub-contract machine shop, in 2013 we set out to review various CAD/CAM packages. After about 6 months, we finally decided upon Edgecam, as it appeared to be the one that would suit all our Mazak machines and our budget. I loved “Part Modeler” (spelt that way), as it enabled me to dream up parts in my mind and create solid parts. I adapted to it quickly, although it had some very strange quirks, which over time I got used to working around. Even though the company went through a few changes from Vero through Planit to Hexagon, the support team were great and fairly responsive. I guess that’s what you’re paying for :!

Cons

  • Complex 5 axis roughing in 2023.1 not that good but 2024.1 should improve based on the support, so I am waiting to see that.
  • The whole Edgecam CAD/CAM experience appeared to be straddling 3 separate applications: ‘Part Modeler’, ‘Edgecam’ & the tool-path checker ‘Simulator’. The linking between the 3 proved to be fairly tenuous. All post processors had to be ‘customised’ especially for your machine, incurring extra expense. To my surprise there were no ‘off the shelf’ solutions, or ones that could be tweaked. This involved filling out an extensive report on each machine’s G-Code capabilities for their post creators to do the magic :o However, in order to modify the posts that we had already paid for, I had to be granted special licence to use their “Code Wizard”. In addition to these hurdles, their ‘code protection’ was on another level. I chose the ‘network licence’ over the ‘dongle’ option as I needed to be able to run the software from wherever I was working. The ‘Licence Manager’, to grant such privileges, was so finicky and required VPNs along with my customised batch scripts and mapped drives to achieve remote working. On top of this, the tool management was based in Microsoft SQL Server, which added another layer of complication when sharing and performing off-line backups. Is this paranoia at its best or just bad planning? I guess that’s what you get when you purchase these fragmented software companies and attempt to ‘shoe horn’ them into a “one solution”.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • It is very versatile. The software had an add on for just about anything you could need. I like that every year it gets an extensive update, not just a token.

Cons

  • The learning curve. It is not the most user friendly.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Supported

Company Information

EDGECAM
Founded: 1983
United Kingdom
www.edgecam.com

Company Information

Hexagon AB
Founded: 1992
Sweden
www.espritcam.com

Alternatives

ALPHACAM

ALPHACAM

Hexagon

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hyperMILL

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Inventor CAM

Inventor CAM

Autodesk
SprutCAM X

SprutCAM X

SprutCAM Tech
PowerMill

PowerMill

Autodesk
ENCY Tuner

ENCY Tuner

ENCY Software
Mastercam

Mastercam

CNC Software
MacroFusion

MacroFusion

Macromill CNC Solutions

Categories

Categories

CAD Supported
CNC Supported
Engineering Supported

CAD Features

2 1/2-Axis Milling Not Supported
2D Drawing Supported
3-Axis Milling Not Supported
3D Modeling Supported
4-Axis Milling Not Supported
5-Axis Milling Supported
Civil Supported
Collaboration Supported
Database Connectivity Not Supported
Design Analysis Supported
Design Export Supported
Document Management Supported
Electrical Supported
Hole Making Not Supported
Mechanical Supported
Mechatronics Supported
Presentation Tools Supported
Simulate Cycles Not Supported
Spiral Output Not Supported
Structural Engineering Not Supported
Toolpath Simulation Not Supported
User Defined Cycles Not Supported

Engineering Features

2D Drawing Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Chemical Engineering Not Supported
Civil Engineering Not Supported
Collaboration Supported
Design Analysis Supported
Design Export Not Supported
Document Management Not Supported
Electrical Engineering Supported
Mechanical Engineering Supported
Mechatronics Not Supported
Presentation Tools Not Supported
Structural Engineering Not Supported

Integrations

MacroFusion Supported
Predator CNC Editor Supported
Autodesk AEC Collection Supported
Autodesk Platform Services Supported
CAMplete TruePath Not Supported
Predator DNC Not Supported
Predator MDC Not Supported
Predator PDM Not Supported
Predator RCM Not Supported
Predator Software Supported
Predator Touch HMI Not Supported
Predator Virtual CNC Not Supported
SOLIDWORKS Supported

Integrations

MacroFusion Supported
Predator CNC Editor Supported
Autodesk AEC Collection Not Supported
Autodesk Platform Services Not Supported
CAMplete TruePath Supported
Predator DNC Supported
Predator MDC Supported
Predator PDM Supported
Predator RCM Supported
Predator Software Not Supported
Predator Touch HMI Supported
Predator Virtual CNC Supported
SOLIDWORKS Not Supported
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