GibbsCAM 2027: AI-Powered CNC Programming with Enhanced Multiaxis & Simulation

GibbsCAM 2027 is the latest release of Sandvik’s CAM software for CNC machine tools, delivering a new level of clarity, control, and efficiency to CNC programming. The release focuses on enhanced workspace visualization, faster simulation review, expanded Advanced 3D Machining capabilities, improved turning and drilling workflows, and new multiaxis strategies .

Key New Features in GibbsCAM 2027

Greater Setup Clarity in the Workspace

GibbsCAM 2027 brings more process information directly into the programming workspace, helping users understand setups earlier and with less context switching :

  • Show Tool on Toolpath: Display the tool directly on the toolpath for interactive review; drag the tool along the path to verify machining operations without launching simulation

  • Show Machined Stock: Visualize cumulative material removal for any selected operation or the entire program directly in the workspace

  • Show Machine Assembly: Visualize machine, fixture, and part setup without launching Machine Simulation

  • Advanced Material Rendering: Metallic materials, textures, and enhanced per-material lighting for parts, tools, fixtures, and machine components

Faster Simulation Review & Validation

  • Reverse-Rewind: Move backward through a simulation to review previous machining stages without restarting

  • Chip Manager: Identify, manage, and remove detached chips or remnant bodies during simulation, keeping the view cleaner

  • Stop at Chip Creation: Automatically pause simulation whenever stock splits, allowing review and optional chip removal

Smarter Everyday Programming

  • Enhanced GibbsCAM Copilot: Better-formatted responses with image support, source reference links, and intelligent suggestions including direct video timestamp links

  • Multi-Select & Range-Select Modes: Dedicated selection commands that don’t require CTRL or SHIFT keys

  • Undo/Redo for Markers: Recover machine markers, labels, and coordinate system markers if unintentionally cleared

Flexible Hole, Tool & Turning Workflows

  • Hole Manager Splitting: Split through-hole features into multiple features for greater control over complex configurations

  • Hole Processes on Connector/Terminator Points: Apply hole processes directly to these points

  • Tool Dialog Access: Direct access from Tool List Editor; spindle rotation direction shown in tool preview balloon

  • Oscillating Thread Turning: Proven threading strategy with familiar workflow and CoroPlus Tool Library compatibility

Advanced 3D Machining Enhancements

  • Optimal Machining Angle Selection: Automatic optimization of cutting angle for separate regions

  • Stock-Aware Linking: In-process stock checked during linking motions, reducing linking motions by up to 30%

  • Improved Pocketing: Combined Pocketing strategies with improved Trim to Tool Holder, maximum stepover material removal, and Finish Pass option

  • Spiral Machining for Undercuts: Continuous spiral ordering for improved surface quality

Expanded Multiaxis & 5-Axis Capabilities

  • VoluMill in Rotary Machining: Efficient material removal with consistent cutter engagement

  • Geodesic Morph Finishing: Intermediate guide curves for greater toolpath flow control

  • Multiaxis Finishing Additions: Bull Nose support for Wall Finishing, Offset Spiral in Rotary Finishing, Constant Z-Cut options, expanded checksurface controls

  • Selective Deburring: Include or exclude holes and vertical edges based on machining needs