foremkaCAD /CAM free sofware

ForemkaCAD
Freshly released, really solid free CAD/CAM software, available both in the browser and as a desktop application.


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I don't think so. However, if the program is missing a feature, you can click the bell icon in the top-right corner and send a message directly to the creator. The program can be updated very quickly, and the creator encourages users to submit suggestions.

There is also an option to use add-ins to extend the program's functionality or even create your own.

I know that, for example, the Sheet Metal tools subgroup was created by someone else, so if anyone feels confident enough to take on such a task, they could send an email with a proposal.
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It makes me wonder why so many similar projects are being created, while no one seems to tackle what is actually missing.
For instance, there is a lack of five-axis CAM software—something absent from free or low-cost programs, yet priced prohibitively high in professional-grade solutions, making it inaccessible not only to hobbyists but also to small businesses.
It’s worth remembering that there is no such thing as truly free CAD software. There is always a cost—if not in money, then in the time required to master it. Does it really make sense to learn a new program just to evaluate how it compares—for better or worse—to ten other similar ones?

It's because it is so easy to generate these kind of programs with AI help.
Several such programs have been announced here recently. This is just the beginning.
I don't know if foremka is made with AI, but most are in one way or another.

So I asked AI your question. The effort to create a CAM-program for simultaneous 4-axis milling
could take some two weeks, 1/3 of that is active part with tests, error checking and adjustments.
A couple of more weeks for 3+2 axis. With a rather skilled person that can guide AI in the right direction.
I can test if you take on that challenge. I have (only) a 4-axis mill.

I have already mentioned to the program developer what you wrote. I asked him to consider adding a configurable Machine Library and options for:

• 3-axis simultaneous machining
• 4-axis simultaneous machining
• 5-axis simultaneous machining

I gather he's still in 24/7 programming mode, so we'll see.