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SOLIDWORKS
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CAD-integrated CAM software for generating CNC machining strategies directly from SOLIDWORKS design data.

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// 01 — Overview

What is SOLIDWORKS CAM?

Manufacturing and production solutions for connecting design data with machining, inspection, shop-floor programming, lean execution, factory planning, and robotics.

Use this solution to move from engineering data to production workflows with better accuracy and control. Khodiyar Infotech supports software selection, implementation, training, and manufacturing workflow guidance.

  • CAM inside SOLIDWORKS
  • Rules-based machining
  • 2.5-axis milling and turning
  • Design-to-manufacturing workflow
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// 02 — Benefits

How SOLIDWORKS CAM Helps Your Team.

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Connect design to production

Connect design to production with guidance from Khodiyar Infotech, including software selection, licensing, training, and adoption support.

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Improve manufacturing readiness

Improve manufacturing readiness with guidance from Khodiyar Infotech, including software selection, licensing, training, and adoption support.

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Support quality workflows

Support quality workflows with guidance from Khodiyar Infotech, including software selection, licensing, training, and adoption support.

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Reduce production delays

Reduce production delays with guidance from Khodiyar Infotech, including software selection, licensing, training, and adoption support.

// 03 — Capabilities

SOLIDWORKS CAM Capabilities.

Key workflow areas where this solution helps teams improve productivity, accuracy, and collaboration.

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CAM inside SOLIDWORKS

Use SOLIDWORKS CAM to support cam inside solidworks as part of a more controlled and productive engineering workflow.

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Rules-based machining

Use SOLIDWORKS CAM to support rules-based machining as part of a more controlled and productive engineering workflow.

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2.5-axis milling and turning

Use SOLIDWORKS CAM to support 2.5-axis milling and turning as part of a more controlled and productive engineering workflow.

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Design-to-manufacturing workflow

Use SOLIDWORKS CAM to support design-to-manufacturing workflow as part of a more controlled and productive engineering workflow.

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// 04 — Packages

SOLIDWORKS CAM Package Guidance.

Use this section only when package comparison is relevant. Khodiyar Infotech can help you select the right license based on your workflow.

FeatureStandardProfessional RecommendedPremium
3D Part Modeling✓✓✓
Assembly Design✓✓✓
2D Drawings✓✓✓
Design Reuse Tools✓✓✓
CAD Libraries—✓✓
Manufacturability Checks—✓✓
Cost Estimation—✓✓
Photo-Realistic Rendering—✓✓
Advanced Component Libraries——✓
Design Validation——✓
Motion Analysis——✓
Routing Tools——✓
Advanced Simulation——✓
Cloud Collaboration—✓✓
Data Management Support——✓
Training and Support✓✓✓

Not Sure Which Package is Right?

Khodiyar Infotech can help you compare Standard, Professional, and Premium options based on your actual workflow.

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// 05 — Licensing

Licensing and Deployment Guidance.

Three ways to deploy SOLIDWORKS Design — pick the model that fits how your team actually works.

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Individual License

Ideal for individual designers, engineers, or professionals who need dedicated access.

  • Named-user access
  • Flexible usage
  • Best for individual CAD users
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Team / Network License

Suitable for engineering teams, shared workstations, and controlled business environments.

  • Team-based access
  • Centralized control
  • Suitable for growing design teams
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Cloud-Connected Options

For teams that need collaboration, review, and connected workflows across locations.

  • Cloud collaboration
  • Design sharing
  • Better team communication
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// 06 — Why Buy from Us

Why Buy SOLIDWORKS Through
Khodiyar Infotech?

We do more than provide software. We help your team select, implement, learn, and use SOLIDWORKS with confidence.

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Product Consultation

Understand which SOLIDWORKS product and package fits your workflow.

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License Selection

Get clear guidance before investing in software.

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Installation & Setup Support

Get assistance with setup, deployment, and onboarding.

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Training & Ongoing Assistance

Help your team build practical skills and use the software effectively.

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SOLIDWORKS Training for Better Adoption.

Software value depends on how confidently your team can use it. We provide practical training to help users improve speed, accuracy, and workflow confidence.

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Beginner Training

Get up to speed on SOLIDWORKS fundamentals — modeling, sketching, drawings, and assemblies.

  • Sketching & part modeling
  • Assembly basics
  • 2D drawing creation
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Advanced CAD Training

Tackle complex modeling techniques, surfacing, sheet metal, and weldments with expert guidance.

  • Advanced part techniques
  • Sheet metal & weldments
  • Top-down design
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Team Workflow Training

Train teams on shared workflows, design standards, libraries, and PDM best practices.

  • Design standards
  • PDM workflow basics
  • Library & template setup
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// 09 — Use Cases

Where SOLIDWORKS CAM is Commonly Used.

SOLIDWORKS CAM is commonly used by design, manufacturing, and CNC programming teams that need to create machining programs directly from SOLIDWORKS models. It helps teams reduce programming time, standardize machining methods, and prepare parts for production with better accuracy.

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CNC Milling Programming

Used to create machining programs for individual milled parts, configurations, pockets, holes, bosses, and other machinable features directly from SOLIDWORKS geometry.

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Design-to-Manufacturing Workflows

Helpful when engineering and manufacturing teams want to evaluate manufacturability earlier and keep design changes connected to machining preparation.

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Rules-Based Machining Standards

Used by companies that want to capture standard machining methods, preferred tools, feeds, speeds, and process rules so programming becomes more consistent.

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Tolerance-Based Machining

Useful when teams need machining strategies to respond to tolerances and annotations assigned in the 3D model, helping improve quality and reduce manual decision-making.

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CNC Turning Operations

Used in SOLIDWORKS CAM Professional for turning workflows such as rough turning, finish turning, boring, grooving, threading, cut-off, drilling, and tapping.

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High-Speed Machining

Helpful for manufacturers that need efficient material removal, shorter cycle times, better tool life, and optimized cutting strategies for suitable parts.

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3+2 Axis Machining

Used when teams need to program parts on four-axis or five-axis machines by positioning the tool at a fixed angle while executing three-axis machining operations.

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Fixture and Assembly-Based Machining

Useful for checking clamps, vises, fixtures, and manufacturing assemblies so teams can avoid collisions and prepare more reliable machining setups.

// 10 — FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About SOLIDWORKS CAM.

Find answers to common questions about SOLIDWORKS CAM, including CNC programming, rules-based machining, tolerance-based machining, automatic feature recognition, milling, turning, high-speed machining, and SOLIDWORKS CAD integration.

01What is SOLIDWORKS CAM used for?

SOLIDWORKS CAM is used to create CNC machining programs directly inside SOLIDWORKS. It helps teams generate toolpaths, recognize machinable features, apply machining rules, calculate machining time, and prepare parts for manufacturing more efficiently.

02How does SOLIDWORKS CAM connect design and manufacturing?

SOLIDWORKS CAM works inside the SOLIDWORKS CAD environment, allowing design and manufacturing teams to use the same 3D model. When the design changes, the machining data can update with the model, helping reduce rework between design and production.

03What is rules-based machining in SOLIDWORKS CAM?

Rules-based machining allows teams to define machining standards based on company practices. Instead of manually programming every feature, users can apply repeatable rules for tools, strategies, and operations to improve consistency.

04What is tolerance-based machining?

Tolerance-based machining uses tolerances and annotations from the 3D model to help create machining strategies. This helps teams consider manufacturing requirements earlier and reduce manual interpretation of design intent.

05Can I request a demo before buying?

Does SOLIDWORKS CAM support automatic feature recognition?

06Can you help us compare SOLIDWORKS products?

Yes. SOLIDWORKS CAM can recognize machinable geometry such as holes, pockets, bosses, and turning features in supported workflows. This helps reduce manual feature selection and speeds up CNC programming.

07What is the difference between SOLIDWORKS CAM Standard and Professional?

SOLIDWORKS CAM Standard supports programming for individual milled parts and configurations inside SOLIDWORKS. SOLIDWORKS CAM Professional adds advanced capabilities such as high-speed machining, assembly machining, turning, and 3+2 programming for four-axis and five-axis machines.

08Can SOLIDWORKS CAM be used for turning operations?

Yes. SOLIDWORKS CAM Professional supports turning operations such as face roughing and finishing, rough and finish turning, grooving, boring, cut-off, threading, drilling, and tapping.

09Can SOLIDWORKS CAM help reduce machining time?

Yes. SOLIDWORKS CAM helps automate feature recognition, machining strategy selection, toolpath creation, and machining time calculation. This can reduce repetitive programming work and help teams prepare parts for production faster.

010Does SOLIDWORKS CAM support high-speed machining?

Yes. SOLIDWORKS CAM Professional includes high-speed machining capabilities that help maintain efficient cutting conditions, reduce cycle time, and support better tool life for suitable machining operations.

011Can Khodiyar Infotech help with SOLIDWORKS CAM?

Yes. Khodiyar Infotech can help your team understand SOLIDWORKS CAM capabilities, choose the right package, and get guidance for licensing, setup, training, and CNC programming workflow adoption.

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