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| Version | Price |
|---|---|
| Machining Strategist 2020 R1 (Hexagon) | |
| Machining Strategist 2018 R2 | |
| Machining Strategist 2017 R2 |
What Is Machining Strategist?
Machining Strategist is a professional 3D CAM system for CNC toolpath programming, covering 3-axis through full 5-axis simultaneous milling, turning, and high-speed machining. It was developed by VERO Software and continues under the Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence brand — the same product, renamed after acquisition.
Premium-edition capabilities exclusive to Machining Strategist:
- Waveform high-speed roughing with constant tool engagement for mold cavities and hardened steel
- Full 5-axis simultaneous milling — 3-axis, 3+2 indexed, 4-axis rotary, and continuous 5-axis in one environment
- Automatic rest material re-machining — detects remaining stock and sequences follow-up tools without manual planning
- Smooth motion control and arc smoothing for polished mold surfaces and aerospace contoured parts
- 2-axis turning integrated into the same programming environment as milling
- CAD-independent architecture — imports SolidWorks, CATIA, Inventor, STEP, IGES, Parasolid without a host CAD kernel
What's Included in the Purchase
- Full offline installer for the selected Machining Strategist version
- Runs on Windows (64-bit) — no internet connection required after installation
- No cloud account required to run the software
- All built-in modules: multi-axis milling, turning, waveform roughing, rest machining, 3D simulation, post-processor library, tooling libraries
- Installation instructions
Why Buy Machining Strategist from Prosoftstore?
- Permanent activation with one-time purchase — no subscription fees, no annual maintenance
- Full functionality included: all milling, turning, waveform, and simulation modules at a cheap price compared to subscription CAM systems
- Offline after installation — no internet connection or cloud account required to run the software
- Versions available: 2017 R2 and 2018 R2 (VERO branding), 2020 R1 (Hexagon branding) — same CAM product across all versions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Machining Strategist used for?
Machining Strategist is used to generate CNC toolpaths for 3-axis through 5-axis milling and turning operations. It is widely used in mold and die shops, job shops, aerospace suppliers, and medical device manufacturers for high-speed roughing, rest machining, and 5-axis continuous programming.
Is Machining Strategist available as a one-time purchase?
Yes. The versions available in this store are sold as a one-time purchase with permanent activation — no subscription fees and no annual maintenance required.
Does Machining Strategist work without internet?
Yes. Versions available in this store install and run completely offline. No internet connection is required after installation, and no cloud account is needed to operate the software.
Can Machining Strategist open SolidWorks files?
Yes. Machining Strategist imports SolidWorks .sldprt and .sldasm files directly, as well as CATIA and Inventor native formats. Neutral formats including STEP, IGES, and Parasolid are also supported.
What CNC controls does Machining Strategist support?
Machining Strategist includes a comprehensive post-processor library with pre-configured posts for Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, and other popular CNC controls. Custom posts can be created in-house for proprietary machine platforms.
Does Machining Strategist support 5-axis machining?
Yes. Machining Strategist supports 3-axis, 3+2-axis indexed, 4-axis rotary, and full 5-axis simultaneous milling operations across vertical mills, machining centers, and multi-axis machines.
What happened to VERO Software — is this a Hexagon product now?
Yes. Machining Strategist was originally sold under the VERO Software brand. After VERO was acquired by Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, the product continued under the Hexagon name. The 2020 R1 version in this store reflects that transition. All versions — VERO-branded and Hexagon-branded — are the same CAM product.
Is Machining Strategist good for mold and die machining?
Yes. Mold and die machining is one of the primary use cases. Waveform high-speed roughing, rest material re-machining, smooth motion control for polished surfaces, and electrode programming for EDM inserts are all features specifically relevant to mold and die workflows.
How to Order
- Place your order and complete payment
- Receive a download link from our FTP server
- Download the original installer and activation instructions
- Contact support if needed - we assist until the software runs on your machine
Choose your version in the table above - delivery within 1–3 hours after payment.