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The sharp downturn in travel caused by
the global COVID-19 pandemic has
resulted in the grounding of many
aircraft and the largest contraction in the
commercial aerospace sector’s history, with
most airlines around the world scaling back
or cancelling orders. However, seen in the
right context, the current challenges faced by
the aerospace industry offer opportunities for
commercial OEMs and suppliers to make
needed changes. This is where the complete
digital NC simulation and optimisation
software solution offered by VERICUT can
help.
According to a recent report by Glenn
Brady, Global Aerospace & Defence Leader
and Partner at PwC in America: “The next six
to 12 months are a critical period in which to
prepare for the recovery. Rather than simply
focusing on cuts, we believe that OEMs and
large suppliers should also make needed
investments in the future, in ve key areas:
using technology as an accelerator,
stabilising the supply chain, streamlining the
workforce, focusing on sustainability and
making a co-ordinated pitch for government
support.”
His report concludes: “The coronavirus
has had a devastating impact on the
commercial aerospace industry, but it can
also be a catalyst for needed change. When
the recovery nally comes, the winners will
be those businesses that capitalised on this
window and took the steps necessary to
emerge stronger from the crisis.”
TECHNOLOGY AS AN ACCELERATOR
The use of the digital twin and applying the
digital environment to the manufacturing
industry is becoming more critical than ever
to access commercial business bene ts. It
will not only ensure that the industry will
continue to operate and grow, but also that
jobs within the industry are retained, further
industry investment is made, and a
sustainably reduced carbon footprint can be
achieved.
Dedicated to supporting aerospace and
other advanced manufacturers in improving
processes, CGTech is the original CNC
‘Digital Twin’ developer with its VERICUT
software. Using a digital environment with a
range of innovative solutions, VERICUT
combines the real world with the digital
world to ensure manufacturer’s processes
are detailed, safe and ef cient.
VERICUT uses the CNC digital twin to
provide accurate in-process simulation,
veri cation and optimisation of a true post
processed NC le. The digital twin gives
instant feedback on any errors or collisions
and provides in-process cutting data. The
product portfolio is further supported with
the additions of VERICUT Composites and
VERICUT Drilling and Fastening – both
commonly used within the aerospace sector.
Technical Director, Gavin Powell, says:
“With most already using advanced
manufacturing technologies and equipment,
many commercial aerospace companies still
The aerospace industry is having a
challenging time, but VERICUT’s
digital NC simulation and
optimisation software can help
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