As many here know, I still use PC-DMIS V3.2063. I rarely am given CAD files. Probably have used 3 or 4 in the 6+ years we have had the machine. The current buzz here is that we are upgrading our CAD to AutoDesk Inventor 12. The plan is to start creating models that the CNC Dept., Tool Room, and I can use.
The next question is, Do I upgrade my SMA at this point? I don't know what quality of the CAD models will be. I do know that if we upgrade PC-DMIS we are looking at a large chunk of change and a learning curve going into the new version.
Also, how well do part programs convert up? I don't really want to rewrite the programs I have.
I am interested in opinions from all.
TYVMIA
The next question is, Do I upgrade my SMA at this point? I don't know what quality of the CAD models will be. I do know that if we upgrade PC-DMIS we are looking at a large chunk of change and a learning curve going into the new version.
Also, how well do part programs convert up? I don't really want to rewrite the programs I have.
I am interested in opinions from all.

TYVMIA

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