Complex manifolds, produced in minutes.
HydroCam is production software for hydraulic manifolds. It’s fast, accurate, and designed to save engineers time by automating the final step of production.
Working directly from your HydroMan design, HydroCam generates ready-to-run CNC programs in minutes, replacing hours of manual programming and closing the loop between design and production.
Automate CNC code generation and reduce your coding time by 90%.*
Writing custom code for CNC machines is time-consuming. And, it increases the risk of building in expensive errors.
To increase accuracy and speed in CNC machine coding, we produced HydroCam: a stand-alone solution for manufacturers that optimizes every step of the hydraulic manifold manufacturing process.
*Where coding a CNC machine can take 4 hours, HydroCam has reduced coding time to 20 minutes. Other use cases apply.
HydroCam keeps your CNC code error-free and accurate.
Reading information embedded in your HydroMan design, HydroCam automatically defines every instruction. Directing your CNC machines with accuracy, HydroCam produces flawless hydraulic manifolds.
We call this feature definition — meaning every element is defined during design. It means no more guesswork and no more code errors from feature recognition.
And, HydroCam automatically builds your CNC program, and identifies potential mistakes. Work effectively and with confidence.
It’s our end-to-end hydraulic software solution.
You don’t need training or extensive knowledge of CAM-type software to use HydroCam. It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3:
As you design in HydroSym, you add fully configured components. From spool types to pressure setting or accumulator volume, select the right components for your manifold at source.
Test and check your manifold in 2D and 3D as you draw. Build on your HydroSym schematic, allowing automated checklists to stress-test your manifold, for error-free designs.
HydroCam reads your HydroMan drawing, extracting the right information and producing precise CNC instructions. Finally, HydroCam exports the program in a format that your CNC machine understands.
With Paro’s 3-step hydraulic manifold design system supporting your workflow, HydroCam programs your CNC machine with just one click.
From specifying different diameters and threads to diameter reaming, chamber placement, and port engraving, define every variation of the holes in your manifold from the moment you start producing.
It’s your manifold workflow, your way.
Your unique fabrication knowledge is stored by HydroCam, allowing you to track and record every variable, across every client, and every model.
As you create more manifolds, your store of accurate, efficient code increases.
Every time you make a new manifold, HydroCam’s feature definition capacity grows your fabrication intelligence, allowing you to work faster with every creation.
We’re implementing HydroCam, and we’d love to learn if we can help you to produce flawless manifolds.
If you’d like to save up to 90% of your coding time and discuss HydroCam’s potential for your manifold production ideas, please contact us and we’ll suggest some times for a conversation.
HydroCam is developed for a wide range of CNC machines. The first licenses are Mazak with Mazatrol controls, and we’re currently implementing other types of machines and controls. If you’re working with different CNC machines, please get in touch and we’ll see if we can help.
Yes. HydroCam uses an internal machining library to generate the machine code. You can create and manage your own library, giving you full control and ensuring consistent results when machining your manifolds.
HydroCam is purpose-built for hydraulic manifolds, which involve complex internal shapes rather than external ones. HydroCam focuses on automatic feed and speed reduction for cross-drilling, eccentric holes, and machining of predefined shapes (the specified cavities).
Yes, HydroCam supports 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machines. When using a 4-axis machine, HydroCam also helps determine the optimal clamping sequence based on angled holes in the manifold, to minimize the amount of re-clamping required.
Yes. HydroCam includes everything needed to export machine code in the correct language for your CNC machining center. Currently, HydroCam supports Mazak machines using Mazatrol machine language. Support for other machines is under development.
HydroCam exports the machine code as a text file in the correct language for your CNC machine. This file can then be imported into your machining center using its own interface. The import process is handled outside of HydroCam.
HydroCam has limited simulation functionality. You can view a visual representation of the machining sequence, and soon, you’ll be able to have a rough estimate for time and cost. However, HydroCam does not check for spindle collisions. For full simulation, we recommend using a dedicated simulation tool.
Yes, the HydroCam library can be saved anywhere on your network and can be shared among multiple HydroCam installations. No extra software is required to create a shared library.
Yes, HydroCam can export code for engraving. However, depending on your machining center and specific requirements, some customization may be needed.
HydroCam generates machine code instantly if all machining operations are found in its library. Any missing machining operations will trigger a warning, allowing you to add missing machining units.
There will be no limit to the length of the program HydroCam can generate. However, you may need to split the code into multiple (sub-)programs to fit the limitations of your machining center.
Yes. We offer online training sessions led by our experienced engineers. If preferred, we can also arrange in-person training at your location or at our headquarters in The Netherlands.
