Software
Software
The entire software and firmware ecosystem of our CNC systems is developed entirely in-house. This philosophy gives us a unique advantage: the ability to integrate every new tool or device natively and harmoniously into the machine's architecture.
For you, this translates into a unified and intuitive user interface, where even the most advanced functions are immediately accessible and simple to manage. The result is a complete, powerful, and truly future-proof system, designed to evolve with your production needs—without compromises and without relying on third parties.
Pigreco CAD
Where Technical Creativity Meets Operational Simplicity
The proprietary Pigreco CAD module combines power and user-friendliness, offering advanced tools for both artistic and technical drawing. It excels in an optimized 2D environment—the ideal choice for mastering the most complex graphic projects with a speed and precision that generalist 3D modelers cannot match.
Designed to be versatile, open, and constantly evolving, Pigreco ensures seamless integration into your workflow by supporting all major industry-standard formats (AutoCAD™ DXF, Rhino™ 3DM, Adobe™ AI, and more). Every feature, from node and text editors to tracing and CAM modules, is built to enhance your productivity.
Our commitment to Research and Development is relentless. The proof is in our Diamond Synchro™ technology, which introduces intelligent functionality to solve the challenges of modern professionals and demonstrates how Pigreco never stops evolving.
Seamless Workflow: Compatibility and Integration
- Full Compatibility with Industry Standards: Pigreco integrates frictionlessly into your ecosystem. Compatibility with the most widely used formats (3DM, AI, DXF, PDF, EPS, raster images, and more) ensures a fluid and reliable data exchange with other design environments.
- From Pixel to Precision Vector: Turn inspiration into a machinable project. The integrated Vectorization module automatically converts raster images into precise vector outlines. The resulting geometry can be instantly refined with the node editor, guaranteeing a clean and perfect base for CNC processing.
- Intuitive Design Freedom: The 2D CAD environment provides all the essential tools to create any geometry, from basic lines to complex curves. Draw freehand, use Bézier curves, or leverage predefined shapes—you have full creative control, whether you prefer to set exact dimensions or model in a visual (WYSIWYG) mode.
A Professional Toolkit for Flawless Execution
- Master Complexity with Layers: Work smarter and more organized. Multi-layer support allows you to create, edit, and isolate different parts of a project with maximum efficiency. Imported files retain their layer structure, making integration even faster.
- All the Tools You Expect, and More: Pigreco includes the advanced CAD features that professionals demand: Mirror, Array, Copy Along Geometry, Grouping, Explode, Scaling, Offset, and much more. Precision is absolute, thanks to guides and snaps that let you align and connect elements effortlessly.
From Design to Machine: Intelligent CAM Modules
- CAM 2D – From Design to Toolpath in a Few Clicks: In the CAM 2D module, you define all machining parameters to generate toolpaths. Choose from various operations such as tracing, profiling, drilling, diamond cutting, or synchro mode for rotary diamond wheels. Once ready, jobs are sent directly to the CNC machine, streamlining your workflow from design to production.
- Diamond – Smart Automation for Ring and Bangle Design: This specialized module automatically generates the geometry of bangles, wedding bands, and similar designs based on your defined parameters. If dimensions change, Pigreco intelligently recalculates all toolpaths without manual adjustments. It also supports special operations like turning and side tooling, ideal for complex, high-precision decorative works.
Skipper
Your Production Command Center
Skipper is the proprietary, ISO-compatible CNC interface developed entirely in-house for Faro systems. It acts as an intelligent bridge between the CAM environment and the machine, managing every aspect of job execution with precision and real-time responsiveness.
Once the file is generated in Pigreco, Skipper takes command to load and visualize toolpaths, monitor and control all parameters, and ensure safe, stable, and optimized performance. Built for professional production environments, it includes advanced features like batch creation for unattended mass production, tool integrity monitoring to reduce waste, and remote diagnostics.
With Skipper, precision meets automation, giving the operator full control and maximum reliability at every stage.
Smart Features – Designed for Industry 4.0
Pigreco and Skipper are not just tools—they are a production ecosystem. Below are some of the most innovative features we’ve developed to optimize efficiency, precision, and automation.
- Barcode Integration – Scan, Load, Produce. This powerful feature allows operators to load a job by simply scanning a barcode. The system instantly loads the correct part and can start production immediately, eliminating human error and speeding up setup. For added security, access can be restricted to read-only mode, preventing accidental modifications.
- Preview & Simulation – Produce with Confidence. Before starting, the operator can visualize all toolpaths and simulate the process. This allows for verification and last-minute adjustments to tools or speeds, ensuring every detail is perfect before execution.
- Virtual Pendant – Full Control, Zero Limits. The Virtual Pendant replicates all functionalities of the machine’s physical remote controller directly within the Skipper interface. The operator has complete control from a single screen, for both manual interventions and real-time monitoring.
- I/O Control Panel – Instant Diagnostics, Maximum Uptime. A dedicated panel provides immediate feedback on every machine component. This enables operators to identify and troubleshoot issues in real time, often without technical assistance, keeping downtime to a minimum.
- Caliper Mode – Precision Redefined. When equipped with a mechanical probe, the machine functions as a digital caliper. Operators can quickly check surface heights or verify alignment, guaranteeing the highest level of machining accuracy.
- Production Report – Ready for the Smart Factory. A comprehensive reporting system tracks all production cycles and generates exportable reports ready to be shared across departments. This feature meets the data transparency and integration standards required by modern smart factories.
- Batch of Jobs – Uninterrupted Workflow, Smart Sequencing. This utility enables the creation of automated production queues. It’s possible to embed special commands like sheet auto-alignment or automatic loading of a new part, ensuring efficient and continuous operation—even unattended.
