Striker Systems to Preview New CAD/CAM Software at FABTECH
The 2027 software update will provide CNC fabrication shops with new machine simulation and data management tools.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Manufacturing
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Striker Systems will preview its STRIKER CAD/CAM 2027 software at FABTECH 2026, held October 21-23, 2026. The new release, which targets CNC sheet metal fabrication shops, focuses on performance upgrades and improved manufacturing data management.
Why it matters
The update aims to boost shop-floor productivity through faster NC output speeds and simplified machine driver maintenance. These enhancements address the recurring operational challenge of managing complex manufacturing databases and shared tooling efficiently.
The 2027 release features a new architecture designed for consistent NC output, while limiting access to customers with an active Technology Assurance Program membership. The software includes tools for shared tooling management, with the preview taking place at booth C4330.
The players
Striker Systems
A White House, Tennessee-based developer of software for CNC sheet metal fabrication.
The details
The 3D Machine Simulation Viewer allows programmers to play, pause, and step through machine operations to verify movement before production. Additionally, the updated architecture streamlines NC generation to reduce latency in output. The software also introduces a feature in SS-Nest that enables operators to preserve manual layouts during automatic re-nesting tasks.
Timeline
October 21-23, 2026: Striker Systems previews STRIKER CAD/CAM 2027 at FABTECH 2026.
Market Landscape
The 2027 update extends the automation capabilities of STRIKER CAD/CAM 2026 by incorporating a new 3D Machine Simulation Viewer. This shift reflects a broader industry trend toward integrating real-time visualization tools directly into shop-floor management software.
Operators currently enrolled in the Technology Assurance Program should prepare for the transition to the 2027 version to leverage the new NC architecture. Shops should evaluate whether the 3D Machine Simulation Viewer justifies the upgrade to improve programming precision and machine driver organization.
The takeaway
The upcoming release prioritizes the stabilization of manufacturing data and the speed of NC output. Owners should monitor the performance metrics of the new simulation viewer during the FABTECH preview to determine the potential impact on their shop's setup times.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Fabricating and Metalworking.
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