No, really! This release brings a couple of massive new features and updates.

First, let me introduce the new Material Selection dialog.

It finally comes with built-in international standards cross-referencing, customizable columns, BHN/RC display, and - at long last - FAVORITES!

Second is the new Solid Lens End Mill tool type.

This tool type differs from a ballnose of equal diameter because it features a much larger corner radius. This allows you to achieve superior surface finishes and higher feed rates on shallow surfacing operations.

Finally, we added the Corner Rounding Mill tool type.

This one is special because I created a new Recommended Passes table for cases where taking multiple roughing depths of cut is suggested.

Other smaller updates and bugs fixes

• Improvements to Slotting/Profiling DOC/WOC suggestions
• Added mouse wheel control for all sliders
• HSMWorks Library import fixed for several tool types
• New materials such as Beryllium, new Stainless Steels groups, etc.

Please get the latest version here:
https://hsmadvisor.com/Download

As usual, thanks to everyone for your continuous suggestions and feedback!

P.S. I will be releasing the Mastercam plugins shortly, so stay tuned!

Hi everyone,

I haven't forgotten about you. I've been working on several big and exciting updates for HSMAdvisor, including an improved Material Selection dialog and support for new tool types.

The mobile apps have not been updated recently either, because they will need to sync up with the HSMAdvisor changes once those are released.

Thank you for your continued feedback and support. I really appreciate it!

Over the last week all of our web sites and web services have been moving to new better hosting and a DNS provider.

The work is largely complete at this point and only a few areas of improvement remaining.

Please excuse us for any possible inconvenience and let us know if something is still broken.

Cheers!

To wrap up the year and kick off the new one, I'm offering 30% off ALL licenses for HSMAdvisor and FSWizard Machinist Calulators

• All license types

• No restrictions

• Limited-time holiday offer

Thanks for the support this year - happy holidays and smooth cutting in the New Year!

The latest version of HSMAdvisor v2.8.3 is now available as a plugin for Mastercam 2025

As always you can get the latest version here:
https://hsmadvisor.com/hsmadvisor_for_mastercam

All HSMAdvisor and FSWizard licenses are 30% off!

The other week we have released HSMA v2.8.1

Here is what's different:

• Install-time License Setup added
  https://hsmadvisor.com/help?article_id=5417_silent-or-automatic-installation
• Main window resize performance improvements
  Fixed occasional incorrect element re-floating.
• Cloud Status added on the Tool Library Drop-down
• Opening HSMA window outside of visible bounds fixed
• Upgraded to .NET 4.8
  Use default TLS protocol to avoid "server not reached" or "unable to establish secure connection" errors
• Added Countersink tool
• Fixed and improved the critical drilling speed calculation
• Various bug fixes and improvements

As always you can get the latest update over here: HSMAdvisor.com/download

There have been some improvements in the purchasing system that I think our users will find VERY useful.

From now on here is how you can upgrade your HSMAdvisor license:

1. Adding More Seats to Existing License (OLD)
   As before you can add more seats to an existing license.

2. Upgrade from 1 and 3 HP Licenses (NEW)
   If you're currently using a 1 HP or 3 HP license you can upgrade to either the Unlimted Floating or Unlimited Permanent license.

3. Transitioning from Cancelled or Active Subscription (NEW)
   You can now switch from a subscription-based model to any other license type.
   Your current subscription will be canceled (if it isn't canceled already) and a new license will be sent to you.

In all cases, you will only have to pay the difference between the new and the existing license.

The minimum upgrade fee is USD 10

Please read more about the upgrade process here: HSMAdvisor License Upgrades

Cheers!