> WorkNC® Dental assisted programming process

WorkNC®Dental has comprehensive automated and interactive features that guide users quickly and smoothly through the job preparation and machining process.

Multi-machine management: Instant selection and definition of pre-defined machine configurations. WorkNC Dental is an open system able to pilot all types of numerical controllers. Machine selection automatically defines all associated parameters (postprocessor, machine axis system, limits on materials to be machined, ...).

Automated set-up features with interactive material and process optimization. Preparation steps are easily identified with WorkNC Dental’s navigation and progression icons. Users easily identify set-up steps and where they are in the process and quickly navigate from one stage to another.

> Multiple concurrent imports and automatic nesting:

Reconstruction import in STL or native dental CAD formats can be carried out in single or multiple modes by simply selecting a list of files or a complete folder. With automatic nesting the user does not have to perform tedious, error-prone manual tasks.

> Automatic margin line generation:

Whatever the origin of the prosthetic elements, WorkNC Dental will use its powerful algorithms to automatically detect and generate cervical limits. The editor in this easy to use feature allows automatic selection or modification of the suggested margin line.

> Optimized orientation:

This module allows users to adjust element orientation to the optimal position for machining. The software’s undercut area visualization enables users to quickly achieve optimal positioning to reduce undercut areas. This module also allows optimized element positioning to be modified and optimized with respect to the dimensions of the machining blank.

> Nesting and orientation optimization:

A nesting and orientation optimization analysis module (Interactive Nesting) allows optimal preparation of elements for machining. Elements can be very easily nested by mouse 'drag & drop' operations to optimize use of material.The proximity management feature provides interactive dimensional feedback instantaneously, alerting the user when an element is moved too close to another so machining integrity is maintained.

> Automatic insertion of support pins (margin line protected):

Several ways to create support pins: automatic insertion, precise positioning... depending on where a point is clicked. The user can pre-select the “distance from margin line” setting and supports will automatically be created at the specified distance from the margin line. Modifications can be applied to all the elements in a project or individually with the integrated editor. Save time by modifying supports on the fly without leaving the module you are working in.

(support pin modifications scope: orientation, position, size, geometry, predefined elements library,...).