Celeritive Technologies
Science-based toolpath software for high-performance CNC machining.
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Celeritive Technologies, Inc. is the developer of VoluMill, a science-based toolpath technology for the manufacturing industry. The company was founded in 2007 in Moorpark, California, by Glenn Coleman, Dr. Evan Sherbrooke, and Terry J Sorensen, who are experts in machining, software development, and programming. In May 2024, Celeritive Technologies was acquired by ModuleWorks, a prominent company in toolpath generation and simulation technology.
The company's core product, VoluMill, is a high-performance toolpath engine designed for 2-axis and 3-axis rough milling operations. It functions as an add-on to existing Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) systems or as a standalone application, VoluMill Universal, which can work with any CAM system by importing standard file formats like DXF, IGES, and STL. The technology is engineered to optimize the material removal process by managing the tool's engagement and using high-speed, continuous tangent motions instead of sharp, interrupted movements. This approach maintains a constant material removal rate, which reduces cycle times, extends cutting tool life, and minimizes stress on CNC machinery. VoluMill is particularly effective for machining a wide range of materials, from aluminum to hard-to-chip metals like titanium and nickel-based alloys.
The business model centers on developing and marketing this toolpath technology to manufacturers, from small job shops to large enterprises, helping them increase profitability and competitiveness. Celeritive's software is platform-independent and integrates into many leading CAM systems, including those from hyperMILL, GibbsCAM, and Mastercam. By focusing on a science-based approach to toolpaths, VoluMill addresses common machining problems such as tool overloading in corners and inefficient cutting paths, thereby boosting machine output and creating a more productive manufacturing process.
Keywords: toolpath optimization, CNC machining, computer-aided manufacturing, high-speed machining, rough milling, material removal, cycle time reduction, tool life extension, VoluMill, manufacturing software