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GibbsCAM 2026 | The Future of CAM

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What’s New in GibbsCAM 2026?

The 2026 release brings smarter automation, sharper visualization, and real-world workflow upgrades that make programming faster, collaboration easier, and setup more predictable. Here’s a look at the biggest upgrades shaping the future of CAM:

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Work Easier. Verify Faster.

Simplify setup and validation with new geometry scaling, accurate simulation playback, and intuitive workflow tools that make programming smoother from start to finish.

Total Control in Every Axis

Gain complete control of every axis with smarter tilting, advanced toolpaths, and refined finishing strategies that deliver precision and speed across complex parts.

Smarter Tool Management

Streamline tool management with operation-based tracking, enhanced filtering, and clear visibility that keeps every tool organized, accurate, and ready for production.

Next-Level Turning Control

GibbsCAM 2026 delivers major advancements in Turning and MTM programming with smoother control, smarter engagement, and easier, more efficient setup for complex parts.

visibility for the whole shop

GIBBSCAM VIEWER

The new GibbsCAM Viewer brings programming visibility to every level of your organization. Operators, engineers, quality teams, and managers can all explore, measure, and verify parts with the same intuitive interface; no edits required, just clarity and confidence.

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cOLLABORATIVE ACCESS

Open and inspect GibbsCAM files anywhere in your workflow to keep everyone aligned & informed.

FULL SIMULATION TOOLS

Run realistic part simulations, check toolpaths, & confirm setups before a single cut is ever made.

MEASUREMENTS & REPORTS

Measure geometry, review dimensions, and generate reports to speed up inspection & handoff.

Feature Highlights

A closer look at the innovations shaping the Future of CAM.

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Tool Usage Reporter

The new Tool Usage Reporter gives you instant visibility into every operation tied to a specific tool, helping you manage complex projects with precision and clarity.

  • View all operations linked to a selected tool directly from the Tool dialog.
  • Highlight tool-linked operations in the workspace for faster navigation.
  • Quickly identify, select, or remove tool associations to stay organized.
  • Improve tool management transparency and reduce setup confusion across teams.
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Automated Debur and Chamfer

Edge finishing is easier than ever with the new automated Debur and Chamfer functionality built directly into the Mill Contour process. Apply chamfers or deburring to part edges in just a few clicks (manually or automatically across your entire model) for clean, consistent results every time.

  • Apply chamfers and deburring operations instantly within the familiar Contour dialog.
  • Use ball end mills, roundover tools, or chamfer mills for perfect edge quality.
  • Eliminate manual workarounds and reduce programming time.
  • Improve part consistency and finish across every job with automation you can trust.
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Metallic Rendering

GibbsCAM 2026 introduces new metallic rendering options that bring your simulations to life with realistic lighting and improved visual contrast. Apply metallic finishes to tools, fixtures, and highlights like Target, ActiveOp, and Clash to make complex setups easier to read and verify at a glance.

  • Distinguish key elements instantly with enhanced metallic surface effects.
  • Improve clarity when reviewing multiple components and operations.
  • Adjust metallic finishes directly in the Appearance Settings for flexibility.
  • Create professional, presentation-ready simulations that reflect real machining conditions.
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Multi-Sided Turning

Toolpath generation for multi-sided turning tools is now faster and more intelligent, automatically calculating material engagement to maximize insert geometry while maintaining safety and consistency. The result is smoother cuts, better chip control, and higher productivity in advanced turning operations.

  • Intelligent engagement control optimizes tool use and extends insert life.
  • Supports multi-sided tools.
  • Generates cleaner toolpaths for smoother, safer cutting performance.
  • Improves cycle efficiency and consistency across complex turning tasks.
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Scale and Rotate Tools

GibbsCAM 2026 expands its geometry tools to make scaling and rotation faster, easier, and more accurate. The enhanced Scale function now supports solid bodies, facet bodies, and sheets, allowing quick resizing while maintaining all part attributes.

  • Scale solids, facets, and sheets precisely within defined ranges.
  • Maintain attributes and geometry integrity during resizing.
  • Rotate parts, features, or fixtures around any axis with full control.
  • Use live previews, axis snapping, and Dup+Rotate tools for precise alignment.
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Multiblade Machining Improvements

The latest multiblade enhancements deliver higher-quality surface finishes while reducing non-cutting time and protecting delicate edges. Expanded tool support and customizable feed controls give you more precision, flexibility, and speed across complex multi-axis operations.

  • New Edge Finishing strategy protects leading edges and improves surface quality.
  • Expanded tool support for flat end mills, bullnose mills, and taper tools.
  • Control feed rates for links, lead-ins, lead-outs, and edge extensions.
  • Enjoy smoother wall finishing, improved rotary machining, and more effective deburring.

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Explore the full GibbsCAM 2026 Feature Series to see all the latest tools, upgrades, and workflow improvements in motion. From AI Copilot to smarter simulation, each video walks through what’s new and how it makes programming faster, easier, and more precise.

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