DANA POINT, CA, USA, Apr 23, 2026 – MecSoft Corporation, the developer of industry-leading CAM software solutions, has announced the availability of RhinoCAM 2026 and VisualCAD/CAM 2026. RhinoCAM 2026 is the latest version of MecSoft’s fully integrated Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) plug-in for Rhino 8. VisualCAD/CAM 2026 is a completely independent CAD and CAM solution from MecSoft.
Key Highlights of the Release
Powerful automation, faster simulation, and expanded machining intelligence!
New Machining Operations
- Automatic 3+2 Roughing Setups with adaptive roughing support.
- 4-Axis Extrusion Machining with Across, Along, and Helical patterns.
- 4-Axis Extrusion Projection Machining for projecting curves onto 3D surfaces.
- 2.5-Axis Automatic Deburring with Ball, Vee, Chamfer, & Taper Mills.
GPU-Accelerated Tri-Dexel Simulation
- Triple-orthogonal dexel model enabling fast, accurate simulation.
- Significant speedups across 2.5, 3, 4, & 5-axis operations using the GPU.
- Superior performance handling high toolpath complexity.
Fixture & Toolpath Enhancements
- Dedicated 3D fixtures for each setup with multiple-fixture support.
- Arc-based feed rate optimization, including slowdown in corners.
- Improved drill point sorting using last point continuation.
Post-Processor & API Updates
- Support for drill heads, dual-head machines, and non–G-code formats.
- New G68.2 rotated-plane machining capability.
- Expanded API for setups, operations, workflows, and simulations.
Stability & Performance Improvements
- Enhanced reliability across operations.
Free demo software downloads of RhinoCAM 2026 and VisualCAD/CAM 2026 can be requested here.
About MecSoft Corporation
Headquartered in Dana Point, California, MecSoft Corporation is a worldwide leader in providing Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software solutions for the small to mid-market segments. These solutions include the VisualCAD/CAM®, and RhinoCAM™ products. These software products deliver powerful, easy-to-use and affordable solutions for users in the custom manufacturing, rapid prototyping, rapid tooling, mold making, aerospace, automotive, tool & die, woodworking, and education industries.
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