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What Is WorkNC?

WorkNC is an automated CAM software platform for 2-axis through 5-axis CNC programming. It combines intelligent toolpath generation, Waveform high-speed roughing technology, automatic feature recognition, and comprehensive collision detection to produce production-ready NC code for complex 3D machining workflows with minimal manual editing.

The software serves CNC programmers, tool and die shops, mold manufacturers, aerospace suppliers, and precision machining contractors who require rapid NC programming for complex cavities, intricate surface features, and multi-axis simultaneous operations.

What Is WorkNC Used For?

WorkNC is primarily used for CNC toolpath programming in mold and die manufacturing, aerospace component machining, job shop production, and electrode production. It handles geometry ranging from simple 2D profiles to full 5-axis simultaneous surface machining, and is particularly well-suited for complex cavity roughing, rest material finishing, and automated hole drilling on multi-axis machining centers.

Who Owns WorkNC — Vero or Hexagon?

WorkNC was originally developed and sold by Vero Software. Vero was acquired by Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, and WorkNC is now distributed under the Hexagon brand. The product continues under the WorkNC name. Versions available in this store span 2018 through 2024 and include both Vero-era and Hexagon-era releases.

Does WorkNC Work Without an Internet Connection?

Yes. WorkNC installs and runs fully offline on Windows. No internet connection is required after installation. No cloud account or vendor portal access is needed to use the software.

What's Included in the Purchase

• Full offline installer for the specified WorkNC version
• Runs on Windows (64-bit)
• All built-in modules: Waveform roughing, Auto5, rest material detection, feature recognition, collision detection, 3D simulation, post-processor library
• No internet connection required after installation
• No vendor account required
• Installation instructions included

WorkNC Key Features

High-Speed Roughing and Stock Management

Waveform High-Speed Roughing

Waveform maintains constant tool engagement throughout roughing passes on complex 3D cavities, enabling higher feeds and speeds while reducing cycle time and tool wear. The technology adapts the toolpath geometry dynamically to keep cutting load consistent regardless of cavity shape.

Rest Material Detection and Re-Machining

WorkNC automatically detects remaining stock after each roughing pass and generates secondary toolpaths using smaller tools to machine leftover material. This eliminates manual rest milling setup and reduces the number of tool changes required to finish complex geometry.

Dynamic Stock Management

Material removal is tracked dynamically as toolpaths execute across all cutter geometries, maintaining accurate stock models for subsequent operations. Small-diameter finish tools engage only actual remaining material, preventing air cuts and maintaining consistent engagement.

Multi-Axis Milling

2-Axis to 5-Axis Simultaneous Milling

WorkNC programs the full range from 2-axis turning and 3-axis milling through 3+2 indexed positioning, 4-axis rotary, and full 5-axis continuous toolpaths — all within a single interface. The unified workflow covers vertical mills, horizontal machining centers, and multi-axis equipment without switching environments.

Auto5 Intelligent 3-to-5 Axis Conversion

Auto5 converts any existing 3-axis toolpath into an optimized 5-axis simultaneous path with a single command. Shorter, more rigid cutting tools can reach geometry that would otherwise require multiple setups, reducing fixturing requirements and improving surface quality on complex parts.

Programming Automation

Feature Recognition and Automatic Drilling

WorkNC identifies hole types directly from the CAD model and automatically generates drilling cycles including deep hole management, intersecting hole detection, and predefined drilling sequences. Manual operation setup for standard hole patterns is eliminated.

Graphical Toolpath Editor

Toolpaths can be modified interactively through a graphical interface without rebuilding programs from scratch. Geometry adjustments, operation reordering, and strategy changes are applied directly to existing toolpaths, reducing editing time for late-stage design changes.

Parallel Processing

WorkNC applies multi-threaded computation across toolpaths and workzones simultaneously using all available processor cores. Batch processing and long toolpath calculations benefit from speed improvements of up to ten times compared to single-threaded calculation.

Verification and Output

Collision Detection and Tool Clearance

Collisions between the cutter, tool holder, and part geometry are detected before execution, with machine-specific checks including travel limits, machine stroke boundaries, and spindle head collision risks. Programs are verified against the actual machine envelope, not just part geometry.

3D Toolpath Simulation

The complete machining process renders with material removal animation, fixture interaction detection, and collision flagging. Simulation verifies program accuracy before the part reaches the machine, preventing costly crashes and scrap on complex workpieces.

Post-Processor Library

WorkNC includes pre-configured post-processors for Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, and hundreds of additional CNC controls. Custom post-processors can be generated for proprietary machine platforms and specialized control requirements without third-party tools.

CAD Compatibility and File Formats

WorkNC imports 3D models from major CAD systems directly, with automatic feature recognition and associative geometry linking for design-to-manufacture workflows.

Native CAD Formats

• SolidWorks (.sldprt, .sldasm)
• Autodesk Inventor (.ipt, .iam)
• CATIA V4 and V5 (.CATPart, .CATProduct)
• Siemens NX (.prt)
• PTC Creo / Pro/ENGINEER (.prt, .asm)

Neutral File Formats

• STEP (.stp, .step)
• IGES (.igs, .iges)
• Parasolid (.x_t, .x_b)
• ACIS (.sat)
• STL (.stl)
• DXF (.dxf)

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