Mastercam Expands CAM Ecosystem With Acquisitions
Sandvik announces Mastercam’s acquisition of Barefoot CNC, CAD/CAM Solutions, CamTech Engineering Services and CIMCO.
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announces the acquisition of , and , marking significant milestones in Mastercam’s growth strategy. Barefoot CNC has served North Carolina and South Carolina for over 30 years. CAD/CAM Solutions has been a trusted partner in Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee, and CamTech Engineering Services has served Florida. These acquisitions will enable Mastercam to extend its offerings into these markets.
Additionally, Sandvik has acquired the probing technology and postprocessor business, a software add-on for CAD/CAM programs that enables CNC touch probes to measure and locate workpieces before machining, helping to improve part quality and reduce setup time.
“Welcoming the resources of Barefoot CNC, CAD/CAM Solutions and CamTech Engineering Services into the Mastercam team strengthens our commitment to supporting manufacturers across the Southeastern United States with exceptional support and industry-leading CAD/CAM solutions,” says Russ Bukowski, interim president, Mastercam. “These acquisitions allow us to build even stronger relationships with our customers in this region, ensuring their success in a dynamic manufacturing landscape.”
Sandvik says the additional acquisition of CIMCO’s probing technology and postprocessor business will enhance Mastercam’s suite of manufacturing tools. The tool, which has already been used by machinists as a software add-on with Mastercam programs, will immediately be rebranded as Mastercam Probing.
“Integrating the CIMCO probing technology and postprocessor business into our offerings and rebranding it as Mastercam Probing enhances the seamless experience we provide our customers,” Bukowski says. “This evolution ensures manufacturers have access to the most advanced, fully integrated solutions, empowering them to maintain a competitive edge.”
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