GibbsCAM 2026 is a cutting-edge CAD/CAM software designed for programming CNC machine tools, supporting 2- to 5-axis milling, turning, mill/turn, multi-task machining, Swiss machining, and Wire EDM. It emphasizes speed, precision, and ease of use for production manufacturing.
Key New Features:
Advanced 3D Machining Engine: A completely re-engineered engine powered by ModuleWorks technology, delivering dramatically faster calculation times, more efficient toolpaths, optimal strategies, and superior surface quality for high-end CNC programming.
Enhanced Multi-Axis Machining: Expanded capabilities with advanced tilting strategies, improved AutoTilt supporting bullnose tools, smarter toolpath orientation to minimize unnecessary movements, and new strategies like Tilted into Plane and Tilt Tool in a User Defined Plane for precise control and stability.
Multiblade Machining Improvements: New Edge Finishing strategy for high-quality surfaces while protecting delicate edges, expanded tool support (flat end mills, bullnose mills, taper tools), and customizable feed rates for links, lead-ins, lead-outs, and extensions to optimize cycle times.
Tool Management Enhancements: New Tool Usage Reporter for tracking operations linked to tools, intuitive row selection, workspace highlighting, and an enhanced list view for faster control and transparency in complex projects.
GibbsCAM Viewer: A new tool for intuitive company-wide data access and team collaboration, featuring a refreshed user interface.
Simulation and Visualization Upgrades: Accurate stock definitions (e.g., cylindrical Shrink Wrap), Undo/Redo history navigation, simulation playback reflecting real machining time with metallic rendering, and enhanced measurement showing min/max distances between 2D/3D elements for better inspection.
Geometry and Usability Tools: Precise scaling of solids and sheets, nonplanar rotation around any axis with live previews, and improvements in Variable-B Turning for greater efficiency.
Integration and Automation: Upcoming AI plug-in from CloudNC CAM Assist for generating toolpaths in 3- and 3+2-axis components, accelerating strategy creation and productivity.