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Thermo Fisher Scientific Launches First On-Demand LIMS at Pittcon 2010LIMS-on-Demand Offers Cost-effective Solution for Small and Mid-sized Labs 
PDXpert PLM Software Focus is on Speed with New 64-Bit VersionPerformance Enhanced with Client-Side Caching and Faster Free-Form Text Search 
TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIP ENSURES DDA COMPLIANCE FOR BOROUGH OF POOLE COUNCILThe Borough of Poole together with its neighbouring Authorities are providing travellers with Real Time Passenger Information (RTPI) on bus arrivals through a state-of-the-art system that will help both able bodied and disabled bus passengers. Designed to meet the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act which came into force in October 2004, the system supplied by leading RTPI provider, Action Information Management (AIM), through a partnership with Interalia, a leading designer and manufacturer of digital voice announcement solutions, and Public Information Display designers and manufacturers, Varitext, has resulted in a state-of-the-art RTPI system that provides travellers with both visual and audio information. Cadac Organice BV announces Cadac Organice WorkboxCadac Organice BV will introduce Cadac Organice 2010 on March 8, 2010 including Cadac Organice Workbox for SharePoint workflow management First Trace Releases Kinnosa 4.2 for Engineering Document ManagementFirst Trace, Inc. has announced the release of Kinnosa 4.2 Engineering Document Management (EDM) software. Kinnosa's flexible service-oriented architecture (SOA) has been extended with the release of version 4.2 to include support and direct integration for 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 7, AutoCAD 2010, SolidWorks 2010 and MicroStation V8i Select 1. An advanced Active Directory adapter provides secure single sign on (SSO) capabilities for fast implementation. Kinnosa 4.2 provides integration to MS Office document properties to dynamically link business data to Office documents and the open Kinnosa repository. 
AUGMENTED REALITY FOR ALLSeac02 launches "LinceoVR 4 ALL", offering companies and professionals in the design sector the possibility of expanding their business Advanced Document Creation in Organice Explorer 2010Cadac Organice BV will introduce Cadac Organice Explorer 2010 on March 8, 2010 including Advanced Document Creation 
Elecworks achieves SolidWorks Certified Gold Product statusTrace Software International, announced today that elecworks™, its flagship product, has achieved Certified Gold Partner status with DS SolidWorks Corporation. With this certification, elecworks™ becomes the first Certified Gold Partner application for electrical design, integrated to SolidWorks. 
Field Precision advances technology for finite-element mesh generation from 3D CAD dataField Precision has achieved unprecedented reliability, speed and versatility in the direct generation of 3D conformal finite-element meshes using data exported from SolidWorks and other 3D CAD programs Cadac Organice BV announces offline support in Organice Explorer 2010Cadac Organice BV will introduce Cadac Organice Explorer 2010 on March 8, 2010 including offline support Catalog Data Solutions Selected by Standard Lifters for Online Catalog and CAD DownloadsCatalog Data Solutions (CDS), a leading provider of online solutions for industrial suppliers, today announced that Standard Lifters LLC has selected its Online Catalog and CAD Download solution to present and download product CAD models online. CCE’s ODX libraries updated to support NX7 and SolidWorks 2010CCE, announces the immediate availability of updated versions of its ODX libraries that support the latest versions of Unigraphics NX and SolidWorks CAD systems. ODX/Ug and ODX/SW libraries provide read/write access to native Unigraphics and SolidWorks file formats, without requiring a license of the respective CAD systems. 
ESI becomes a SantosHuman Inc. Authorized ResellerESI Group (ISIN FR0004110310), supplier of digital simulation software for prototyping and manufacturing processes, announced today the recent agreement between its North American subsidiary - ESI North America - and SantosHuman Inc., providing human factors analysis in an interactive digital environment TraceParts 3D catalogs to be presented at the SolidWorks World 2010 ConferenceAs a member of the Trace Software Group, TraceParts will join the 2010 SolidWorks World Conference being held in Anaheim, California, from Jan. 31-Feb. 3. The productivity benefits of the TraceParts 3D library of supplier's catalogs and its seamless integration with elecworks™ will be demonstrated in the Partner Pavilion, booth #109. TraceParts has been a SolidWorks Solution Partner since 1998 and it was the first to supply its catalogs on 3DContentCentral® as a content partner. Creaform Acquires InSpeckCreaform is proud to announce the acquisition of InSpeck, a leader in 3D scanning of the human body. ESI Announces the Release of Visual-Environment 5.5ESI Group (ISIN FR0004110310), pioneer and world-leading supplier of digital simulation software for prototyping and manufacturing processes, announced today the latest release of Visual-Environment 5.5, integrated suite of collaborative solutions. Altair ProductDesign Plays Instrumental Role in Development of Xerox’s ColorQube Multifunction PrintersBefore Xerox Corporation launched the ColorQubeTM 9200 Series, the high print quality of the device was proven through detailed computer simulations performed by Altair ProductDesign, Inc., a global product development consultancy and wholly owned subsidiary of Altair Engineering, Inc. progeCAD 2010 Professional Released, Read Write DWG 2010, Speed Increases, Improved Import from Adobe PDF, Windows 7 Compatible.progeCAD United States / iCADsales , announced today the release of the advanced progeCAD 2010 Professional, built using the IntelliCAD core. progeCAD 2010 Professional Supports AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT 2010 UsersprogeSOFT and their international distribution partners announce the availability of progeCAD 2010 Professional DWG CAD software, now running on Windows 7. progeCAD 2010 now reads and writes DWG files directly to the latest version of Autodesk AutoCAD 2010. New features also include brand new properties and boundary hatch palettes, polygon layout viewports, dynamic selection, improved 2D and 3D performance. Cadac Group BV renews Microsoft Gold Certified Partner statusCadac Group BV continues her Microsoft partnership with the competencies ISV/Software Solutions, Information Worker Solutions and Learning Solutions CCE’s EnSuite Now Supports JT FormatCCE, a leading engineering software and services provider announces the addition of JT support to its EnSuite product. JT is a widely used 3D format for product visualization, collaboration and CAD data exchange. Test System Ensures that SERCOS III Slave Implementations from Different Manufacturers are InteroperableThe SERCOS III Slave Conformizer is a new, powerful test tool for slave devices on the SERCOS III Ethernet-based automation bus. It ensures that SERCOS III slave implementations from different manufacturers are compatible and interoperable. 
New elecworks™ release to be announced and shown at SolidWorks WorldTrace Software International announced today that a new release of elecworks™ , its flagship electrical CAD software, will be presented at SolidWorks World 2010, from 31 January to 3 February, at Anaheim, in California (USA). 
Maplesoft expands scope of automotive models with tyre componentsMaplesoft, has announced an add-on component library for its physical modelling and simulation product MapleSim™. The MapleSim Tire Component Library is available at Adept Scientific (Letchworth, Herts) and allows engineers to extend their multi-domain MapleSim vehicle models with high-performance pneumatic tyre components. Cadac Organice serves the largest builder in the NetherlandsAfter wide experience with Cadac Organice in multiple projects, BAM Woningbouw and BAM Utiliteitsbouw have decided to rollout Cadac Organice and SharePoint throughout their operating companies ABB implements OrganiceABB Finland has decided to use Organice as their Engineering Document Management System Yacht builder Oceanco implements OrganiceYacht builder Oceanco implements Organice to manage their documents and to control their document flows 
New MathType 6.6 brings maths support to over 350 applications and websitesDesign Science's new version of MathType 6.6 for Windows has been added to Adept Scientific's product range. This latest version includes support for Windows 7's handwriting recognition feature as well as extending its support to over 350 applications and websites in areas such as education, elearning, calculation, word processing, presentations, emails, blogs and wikis. Among the newly supported applications and websites are Google Docs, Gmail, Blackboard and many others. Dassault Systèmes 3DVIA Integrates KineoWorks from Kineo CAM to Revolutionize Product Documentation and ExperienceDassault Systèmes ,today announced that the leading technology for automatic motion and path planning from Kineo Computer Aided Motion has been integrated with 3DVIA Composer. This integration, named 3DVIA Path Planning, allows users to effectively communicate the most complicated steps of interactive documentation with automatically generated, lifelike animations, rather than photos and text. Dassault Systèmes’ Strength in Vehicle Design Continues to GrowDassault Systèmes (DS) announced that CATIA, the company's solution for virtual design, was used in the development of over 80 percent* of all the vehicles on display at the 2010 LA Auto Show, open to the public through December 13, 2009. The use of the CATIA solution has proven exceptionally strong (85%) in the Green Ride & Drive vehicles, which are experimental models that offer high efficiency, low environmental impact or run on a variety of alternative fuels. The Green Car Journal's 2010 Green Car of the Year, as well as the 2010 International Car and Truck of the Year awards announced during the LA Auto Show were also all designed in CATIA. Automated Product Development in South Africa Joins Aras Partner ProgramAras®, announced that Automated Product Development (Pty) Ltd, South Africa's premier provider of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions and services, has joined the Aras Partner Program. Aras is First PLM Software Solution Enabled on Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7Aras®, announced the availability of the Aras Innovator® suite of PLM software solutions enabled on Microsoft Windows Server® 2008 R2 and Microsoft Windows® 7 offering customers enhanced security, as well as innovative user interface features and reliability improvements. By being first to take advantage of the latest Microsoft platform technology advancements Aras is delivering the most scalable, reliable, and secure enterprise PLM software solution available on the market today. HIMA Adds Certified Function Blocks to SILworX Engineering ToolThe TÜV-certified function blocks cover applications that include: dynamic initiator, two-hand control, operating mode selector switch, emergency stop, safety gate, feedback loop, electro sensitive protective equipment, muting, analog value processing and press safety valve. Redundant Link between HIMax and HIMatrix systemsHIMA announced that an embedded feature within its HIMax® and HIMatrix® systems enables customers to easily and quickly create redundant links between the systems to support application high availability on demand and fast reaction time. These redundant links are in addition to single communications links already possible via HIMA's safeethernet protocol. 
Misumi’s 3d CAD Cd-rom Offers Thousands Of Native Cad Models For Fast, Convenient DownloadMisumi USA, Inc., announces that the Misumi 3D CAD Model library in CD-ROM format is now available upon request, free of charge, to machine builders, automation system designers and product design engineers. SoftInWay Appoints EURO/CFD as a Distributor to Promote AxSTREAM Turbomachinery Design Software in FranceSoftInWay Inc.announces that EURO/CFD, has become its distributor to expand the company's presence in the French market of engineering software. This agreement will result in EURO/CFD developing SoftInWay's sales network in the country and enabling French engineers to access the latest in turbomachinery design technology using AxSTREAM – the core product of SoftInWay. TEI Selects AxSTREAM to Develop the Aircraft Engine Industry in TurkeySoftInWay Inc., a global provider of turbomachinery design software and training, announces a contract with Tusas Engine Industry Inc., a joint venture between GE, TAI, TSKGV and THK, to use the AxSTREAM software suite for turbomachinery flow path design, analysis and multidisciplinary optimization. TEI has selected AxSTREAM to take advantage of the latest in engineering technology while designing new aircraft engines. ITI TranscenData Releases Proficiency 8.1ITI TranscenData announced today the release of Proficiency Collaboration Gateway 8.1, the latest edition of its leading Feature Based CAD Interoperability solution for manufacturers and their suppliers. Collaboration Gateway enables the transfer of complete design intelligence between major CAD systems which includes geometry, features, sketches, manufacturing info, metadata, assembly information and drawings in the conversion process. ITI TranscenData Releases CADIQ 6.1ITI TranscenData announced today the release of CADIQ 6.1, the latest edition of its leading CAD model validation application that identifies model-based design issues that adversely impact downstream processes, such as tooling, simulation and manufacturing. SYCODE Releases CATIA V4 and V5 File Import Add-Ins for SolidWorksSYCODE has released CATIA V4 and V5 file import add-ins for SolidWorks. These add-ins give SolidWorks the ability to read CATIA V4 and V5 parts and assemblies without the need of a CATIA license. SYCODE Releases CATIA, NX and Pro/ENGINEER 2D Drawing File Import Add-Ins for SolidWorksSYCODE has released CATIA, NX and Pro/ENGINEER 2D drawing file import add-ins for SolidWorks. These add-ins give SolidWorks the ability to read CATIA, NX and Pro/ENGINEER drawings without the need of a CATIA, NX or Pro/ENGINEER license. SYCODE Releases Inventor File Import Plug-in for AutoCADSYCODE has released an Autodesk Inventor file import plug-in for AutoCAD. The plug-in allows users to import Inventor part and assembly files into AutoCAD without the need of an Inventor license on the computer or network. SYCODE Releases CATIA V4 and V5 File Import Plug-ins for AutoCADSYCODE has released CATIA V4 and V5 file import plug-ins for AutoCAD. These plug-ins allow users to import CATIA V4 and V5 part and assembly files into AutoCAD without the need of a CATIA license on the computer or network. SYCODE Releases Six Neutral CAD File Format Data Exchange Plug-ins for AutoCADSYCODE has released six neutral CAD file format data exchange plug-ins for AutoCAD. These plug-ins give AutoCAD the ability to read and write IGES, STEP and SAT files. 
ANSYS 12.1 Enhancements Support Fast Product Design and ValidationANSYS, Inc. , announced the availability of ANSYS(R) 12.1 technology to support customers in Simulation Driven Product Development. This latest release incorporates tools that further automate the product development process, making it easier to create designs that will succeed in the marketplace. In addition, ANSYS 12.1 extends the integration of its products with several best-in-class industry applications -- for electronics, polymer and glass-forming, and hydrodynamic applications -- into the ANSYS(R) Workbench(TM) environment, resulting in faster modeling times and an unparalleled breadth of cross-physics integration. These enhancements and others can help organizations develop more innovative products, lower development and manufacturing costs, and accelerate time to market. 
Ferrari Optimizes Thermal Comfort Using ANSYSANSYS, Inc., a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced that the Italian car manufacturer Ferrari -- renowned all over the world for outstanding design, powerful engines and excellent driving performance -- uses software from ANSYS to optimize automobile design and performance. The latest improvement involves the use of software from ANSYS to predict thermal comfort in the vehicle's interior. 
ANSYS Releases Ansoft Designer with Nexxim 5.0 SoftwareANSYS, Inc. announced its Ansoft Designer(R) 5.0 and Nexxim(R) 5.0 products. This engineering simulation platform and integrated technology supports Simulation Driven Product Development(TM) of electronic products. Powerful new features have been added to these latest versions that compress the electronic design and analysis cycle. For example, links with ANSYS(R) DesignXplorer(TM) software enable design of experiments, sensitivity studies and six-sigma design. Additionally, a distributed-solve high-performance computing (HPC) capability has been added that allows engineers to analyze process variations within a full signal integrity (SI) analysis across a network of computers. For radio frequency (RF) and microwave design, Ansoft Designer 5.0 with Nexxim 5.0 feature a new system simulation engine that allows engineers to simulate entire wireless systems while linking to highly accurate transistor and electromagnetic models. BlueCielo Releases InnoCielo Publisher 2009BlueCielo ECM Solutions, a leading global software company offering Engineering Content Management (ECM) solutions, announced today that it has released InnoCielo Publisher 2009 – the latest version of the optional Publisher add-on for its award-winning ECM solution, InnoCielo Meridian Enterprise – which automates the rendering and publishing of engineering content. BlueCielo Ships InnoCielo 2009a Engineering Content Management SuiteBlueCielo ECM Solutions, announces that it has released the InnoCielo 2009a product family consisting of InnoCielo Meridian Enterprise 2009a, its optional modules and InnoCielo TeamWork 2009a. Savi Announces New ‘UnwiredPlanet™’ Licensing Program for Wireless Sensor NetworkingBuilding on its successful ISO 18000-7 licensing program, Lockheed Martin's [NYSE: LMT] Savi today announced the launch of UnwiredPlanet™, its next-generation patent licensing program with reduced pricing and a broader portfolio of wireless sensor networking patents Shaderlight version 0.3 goes liveLeading rendering solutions provider ArtVPS has announced the immediate availability of version 0.3 of Shaderlight, its flagship interactive rendering plug-in for 3ds Max. Shaderlight 0.3 boasts a number of enhancements over previous versions. Overall speed has been increased by 100 percent for complex production scenes, and early image quality of glossy materials and area lights has been significantly improved. Other benefits include increased image resolution and the addition of a message window to track log messages during interactive rendering. 
Virtalis Provides 3D Visualisation for Quicksilver TeamVIRTALIS is providing advanced visualisation expertise to the Quicksilver Team, which aims to challenge the World Water Speed Record in 2012. The record, which stands at 317.60 mph is held by Australia and has not been held by Britain for over 40 years. 
The University of Northampton places £1.5 million order with VirtalisTHE UNIVERSITY of Northampton has ordered a unique, five sided ActiveCube and two StereoWorks ActiveWalls from Virtalis. The £1.5 million order represents half the value of the equipment for the University's new, £8 million NVision Centre. Grants for the prestigious facility have been secured in the form of matched funding from the East Midlands Development Agency and the European Regional Development Fund, with further financial support from Northamptonshire Enterprise Ltd. 
Bombardier Aerospace Standardizes on VISTAGY’s FiberSIM® Software for All Composites Design-to-Manufacturing ProcessesVISTAGY, Inc.,has been selected by Bombardier Aerospace to provide the FiberSIM® software suite as the standard composite engineering solution for all aircraft programs at Bombardier. FiberSIM will help meet the delivery schedule for the 110- and 130-seat all new CSeries* jetliners and the all-composite Learjet 85* business jet, two of the most technologically advanced aircraft in the world. Bombardier is streamlining its global supply chain and integrating distributed processes by standardizing the entire composites development process for both programs on FiberSIM, resulting in best-in-class aircraft that meet delivery schedule and budget requirements. 
VISTAGY’s Seat Design Environment™ 2009 Speeds Time to Market by Automating Entire Engineering ProcessVISTAGY, Inc., announced the release of Seat Design Environment™ 2009 (SDE), which provides an accurate 3D master model of the trim cover from the earliest stages of design to manufacturing by enabling seat cover manufacturers to bring flat patterns that have been altered with 2D editing software back into the 3D CAD model. This master model definition can be used to automatically update engineering and manufacturing data to create a faster, more precise process for delivering seat covers to market, a key concern in the highly competitive automotive industry. Cadac Organice introduces the Organice Solution Accelerator 2008 R3Cadac Organice announces the release of the Organice Solution Accelerator 2008 R3 with new features and enhancements in site provisioning SolidWorks Helps U.K. Pipeline Company Design Flexible Pipelines That Go With The FlowCAD software from Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp. (DS SolidWorks) is helping U.K.-based pipeline company Wellstream International Limited design customized flexible pipelines capable of moving with ocean waves and currents, yet strong enough to contain thousands of gallons of oil and gas pumped at high pressure. SolidWorks Customer BUB Racing Recaptures Motorcycle World Land Speed RecordDassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp. (DS SolidWorks) customer Denis Manning and his BUB Enterprises racing team have set the motorcycle world land speed record, recapturing a title Manning has now held three times since 1970. UK Design Firm Uses SolidWorks to Help Snowboarding Helmet Become Hit in Auto RacingA UK-based design firm used SolidWorks 3D CAD software to transform an innovative snowboard helmet design into an instant hit among Formula One racing crews looking for light, strong head protection. Texas A&M Provides SolidWorks to 16,500 StudentsTexas A&M, one of the world's top engineering universities, has purchased new licenses of SolidWorks software to dramatically expand CAD software access to 16,500 students in a broad range of programs. SolidWorks Helps Design that Matters Create Low-Cost, Low Maintenance Infant Incubator for Third WorldThe next step after designing a product is usually manufacturing it – unless you're Design that Matters (DtM). The non-profit social development organization has designed a low-cost infant incubator not for production, but to prove it's possible to create affordable, low-maintenance incubators for Third World countries. 
LMS Virtual.Lab Acoustics Rev 9 takes acoustic simulation to the next levelLMS has released the latest version of its market-leading acoustic simulation software: LMS Virtual.Lab Acoustics. Packed with the latest innovative solutions and powerful solvers designed specifically for challenging acoustic problems, the latest release of LMS Virtual.Lab Acoustics offers major advancements in terms of solver performance and processing excellence with substantial developments including ray tracing for high frequency acoustics and time-domain BEM, a new time-based method for acoustic problem-solving. 
MCE-5 DEVELOPMENT opts for LMS simulation technology to develop its ground-breaking variable compression ratio (VCR) engineLMS recently announced today that MCE-5 DEVELOPMENT has chosen LMS simulation technology to design its MCE-5 engine block prototype. MCE-5 DEVELOPMENT is a worldwide leader in variable compression ratio (VCR) technology, which reduces fuel consumption of gasoline engines while conforming to stringent emission standards and automotive market demands. The LMS Imagine.Lab AMESim solution helps MCE-5 DEVELOPMENT to create a detailed engine simulation model to better understand and optimize the hydraulic actuation system design, which controls the compression ratio. SYCODE Releases CATIA V4 and V5 File Import Add-Ins for SolidWorksSYCODE has released CATIA V4 and V5 file import add-ins for SolidWorks. These add-ins give SolidWorks the ability to read CATIA V4 and V5 parts and assemblies without the need of a CATIA license. 
VERICUT Enhanced to Read Siemens PLM NX Part Files DirectlyCGTech, the developer of VERICUT CNC verification and simulation software, announced new capabilities for users of Siemens PLM Software's NX CAM. VERICUT has long been tightly integrated with NX software via a robust NX-to-VERICUT interface, and now those who have this interface can reference an NX part file from within their verification session. For existing "NX-to-VERICUT" users no additional licenses are required; VERICUT opens the part file using the currently installed NX software. 
ESI Releases the PAM-CEM Simulation Suite Version 2009ESI Group , announced today the release of the 2009 version of its PAM-CEM software package for Computational Electromagnetics. 
Tune 50 Loops a Day with New PlantTriage Version 9With ExperTune's PlantTriage software, an engineer or technician can now tune over 50 control loops a day. PlantTriage identifies loops to be tuned and gives the best PID values. Before-and-after simulations quickly confirm the settings. The browser-based tools accelerate tuning time to mere minutes. 
Groundbreaking aircraft lightning strike simulation project heralds easy protection design for modern composite structuresLightning strike tests of a helicopter at Eurocopter's Donauwörth facility have verified the accuracy of finite element analysis techniques for characterising the electromagnetic behaviour of complete and custom-cabled modern aircraft structures constructed using advanced composite materials. Catalog Data Solutions Selected by Anvil International for Online Catalog and CAD DownloadsCatalog Data Solutions today announced that Anvil International has selected its Online Catalog and CAD Download solution to present its products with downloadable CAD models online. Interalia provides platform for passenger informationKeeping its passengers fully informed about train arrivals and departures at London's mainline station, Liverpool Street, is an important part of rail operator, First Great Eastern, customer relation's service. To ensure that its passengers receive the most up to date information, the company has recently installed the XMU+ announcement and call processing system from Interalia, a leader in the design and manufacture of digital voice announcement solutions. 
Maplesoft’s new engineering products help meet complex physical modelling challengesMaplesoft has announced several new products that will help engineers better manage the complexity of engineering modelling and simulation problems. CCE adds JT Support to its CAD LibrariesCCE announces the immediate availability of ODX/JT – CAD Libraries for reading and writing native JT format files without licensing JTOpen. CCE's ODX (Open Data Exchange) is a suite of CAD-independent libraries that gives users the ability to read & write native CAD files without the cost of ownership associated with the CAD system. JT is a 3D format used for product visualization, collaboration, and CAD data exchange. 
Field Precision Releases KB, Educational Software for Materials under Extreme ConditionsField Precision LLC has announced the availability of KB, a free educational package to model material response at high temperature and pressure. The comprehensive suite includes 1D and 2D simulation codes for shock phenomena and denotations. 
ESI Announces the Welding Simulation Suite Version 2009ESI Group announced today the release of its Welding Simulation Suite version 2009, including Weld Planner and PAM-ASSEMBLY. Dedicated to all engineers who manage the welding assembly of large and complex welded designs, the main objective of the simulation suite is to significantly reduce time and cost to arrive at the bill of material and at a feasible process design. Catalog Data Solutions Selected by E•Drive for Online CAD DownloadsCatalog Data Solutions today announced that E•DRIVE Design, Inc. has selected its online CAD download solution to present and download products selected using its online configurator. ATR INGENIERIE selects HyperWorks Suite to streamline mechanical engineering projectsAltair Engineering, Inc announced today that ATR INGENIERIE, a leading French engineering service provider, has selected HyperWorks, Altair's CAE suite, to further streamline the company's engineering capabilities for projects within its mechanical engineering division. CCE Announces 2-For-1 Offer on All EnSuite LicensesCCE is doubling the size of every newly purchased standard license of its EnSuite software. New customers can now pay the subscription cost of 1 license and receive 2 licenses for use within their company. Existing customers of EnSuite can also buy the 2nd license at 50% of the current subscription cost. This offer is only available until December 24, 2009. Collaboration provides NX users the ability to use Maple’s computational power to analyse and optimise designsMaplesoft announced a partnership with Siemens PLM Software, a business unit of the Siemens Industry Automation Division and a leading global provider of product lifecycle management software and services. ESI Announces the Release of ACE+ Suite V2009.2ESI Group announced the latest release of the ACE+ suite of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Multiphysics simulation software. Version 2009.2 includes new enhancements of significant benefit for automotive, aerospace, fuel cell, and electronics customers. Autodesk Expands Options for Mac UsersAutodesk and Parallels announced that they have signed an agreement to make Parallels Desktop for Mac Autodesk's preferred Mac virtualisation software. Greg Shinskey’s Advice Now Available in Real-TimeWorld-renowned process control expert F. Greg Shinskey will soon be providing advice to hundreds of plants, in real-time. ExperTune's PlantTriage software has captured much of Mr. Shinskey's process control knowledge in an on-line expert system. The software takes real-time data from any control system, then applies Mr. Shinskey's rules, giving an instant analysis of process, control, instrument, and control valve issues. Service Pack 2 Released for Kinnosa 4.1First Trace Inc. has released Service Pack 2 (SP2) for Kinnosa 4.1, the firm's principal Engineering Document Management solution. The SP2 release includes support for both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 7 as well as support for AutoCAD 2010 and AutoVue. The SP2 release also includes a host of bug fixes, software upgrades and new system enhancements. ISaGRAF v6 Alpha released to selected customersISaGRAF – A Rockwell Automation Company has delivered the alpha release of ISaGRAF version 6.0 to select key customers. Based on a powerful, scalable and modular platform, ISaGRAF 6 is the result of 2 years of intensive development after in-depth analysis of customer and industry requirements. 
New Electrical Installation Design Software From IGE+XAOIGE+XAO Group is launching its SEE Electrical software on the US market. Intended for small and medium enterprises, SEE Electrical meets all user requirements among those who design and maintain the electrical part of any kind of installation. Intuitive and ergonomic, SEE Electrical software comes in three versions: Basic, Standard and Advanced. 
VERICUT 7.0 Easier Better - FasterCGTech has released the next major version of VERICUT CNC machine simulation and optimization software. VERICUT 7.0 features significant performance-improving enhancements that reduce the time required for manufacturing engineers to develop, analyze, inspect and document the CNC programming and machining process. Instead of focusing on new features or add-on modules, CGTech developer resources have focused on diligent code optimization and customer-driven enhancements. 
Longwatch Video Software Supports Wonderware ActiveFactoryLongwatch, Inc. announced support of the Wonderware ActiveFactory trend chart object. This enables users to link plant video directly with Wonderware's graphical data trend charts automatically. The result is the ability to see exactly what was happening in the plant when trend pens were in a particular condition. PDXpert PLM software selected as Desktop Engineering's Pick of the WeekActive Sensing, Inc has been honored with Desktop Engineering magazine's prestigious Editor's Pick of the Week award for its recently-released PDXpert PLM 2010 Edition product lifecycle management software. 3DModelSpace Enables Industrial Suppliers with Online CAD Drawings to reach over 2 million Design EngineersCatalog Data Solutions Inc. today announced the ability for any company to promote their online CAD models and drawings on 3DModelSpace. 
Altair ProductDesign’s Crashworthiness Expertise Emphasized by smart fortwo Crash Test PerformanceAltair Engineering, Inc announced today that Altair ProductDesign has successfully collaborated with Daimler to achieve crashworthiness performance targets on the smart fortwo passenger vehicle through the joint development of the car's multiple safety systems. Following the successful release of the new generation of the smart fortwo in Europe 2007, the latest published results from NHTSA and IIHS show that this small premium vehicle also passed the US ratings with outstanding results. EADS Innovation Works, Hamburg, Uses Altair’s CAE Suite HyperWorks for Optimization and Stochastic ApplicationsAltair Engineering, Inc. announced today that EADS Innovation Works — the global network of Technical Capability Centers operating the corporate Research & Technology laboratories — has recently benchmarked the HyperWorks CAE platform for functional and physical simulation tasks and has again recommended its use to the engineers of the EADS Group and its divisions Airbus, Eurocopter, EADS Astrium and EADS Defence & Security. The Simulation and Graphical Technologies Team of EADS Innovation Works has been using HyperWorks successfully for more than seven years. The department is constantly looking for the best tools to guarantee the technical innovation potential of EADS with a focus on the long-term horizon. The strategic decision for the HyperWorks suite will help EADS engineers in many different areas to develop their products better and faster. Dealing with highly complex systems the special research emphasis is placed on uncertainty management and methods to enhance the robustness, MECAPLAST Group, France, extends use of HyperWorks to optimize automotive equipmentAltair Engineering, Inc announced today that MECAPLAST Group, France, one of the leading European automotive suppliers, has extended its use of HyperWorks to optimize its automotive products for weight and performance. Altair's CAE software family will be used within the Finite Element Analysis Department for the Body Skills Centre of the company, which is working closely with the Design Department and the Test & Validation Laboratory of MECAPLAST Group to evaluate technical specifications of its customers via simulation and to provide mechanical improvements toward a 'right-at-first-time' solution. In addition, the department is also working on the optimization of injection molded trim components taking into account tooling constraints. 
Field Precision Announces High-speed 3D Electromagnetic SoftwareField Precision has added support for parallel processing to Aether, a 3D code for time and frequency-domain electromagnetic simulations. The measured speed improvement is close to a factor of 2X on a dual-core computer. 
New energy saving software tool handles What-If scenariosBaldor has released a powerful new software estimating tool that enables users to evaluate the energy efficiency of electric motors and variable speed drives. Known as BE$T, the Baldor Energy Savings Tool can be downloaded free of charge from the company's website. The software analyses the efficiency and annual electricity usage of users' existing motors, and calculates the cost savings that can be achieved by replacing them with equivalent higher efficiency models. Built-in motor performance and pricing information enables the software to suggest optimum replacements and to estimate the investment payback period. 
PDXpert PLM 2010 Edition Updates Multiple BOMs, Searches Design FilesActive Sensing, Inc. today released PDXpert PLM 2010 Edition product lifecycle management software, which now offers a new bill of materials Markup Wizard, file content indexing, and other significant productivity enhancements. 
Advanced CNC simulation software helps to produce innovative new range of twist drillsCNC multi-axis grinding machines using NUM's NUMROTOplus 3D simulation and control software are helping Miller Präzisionswerkzeuge GmbH to manufacture a new series of high-performance MAPAL-brand solid carbide twist drills. The new drill tools employ complex optimised profiles to accelerate cutting speeds. 
Technology partnership ensures DDA compliance for Warrington Borough CouncilWarrington Borough Council is providing travellers with Real Time Passenger Information (RTPI) on bus arrivals through a state-of-the-art system that will help both able bodied and disabled bus passengers. Designed to meet the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act, the system supplied by leading RTPI provider, Action Information Management (AIM), through a partnership with Interalia, a leading designer and manufacturer of digital voice announcement solutions, and Public Information Display designers and manufacturers, Densitron Ferrograph, has resulted in a revolutionary RTPI system that provides travellers with both visual and audio information. Ford Motor Company Continues to Engineer Safer Vehicles Using the HyperWorks Simulation Suite and its Integrated Solver Solution - RADIOSSAltair Engineering, Inc., a leading provider of technology and services that empowers client innovation and decision-making, announced today, that global automotive organisation, Ford Motor Company has continued to improve vehicle safety performance through the use of the HyperWorks simulation suite and the power of its solver solution, RADIOSS. By combining Ford's engineering experience with the capabilities of HyperWorks has resulted in their new Fiesta range becoming a class leader for both occupant and pedestrian safety. 
Field Precision Achieves Unprecedented Speed in 3D Finite-element SoftwareField Precision 3D high-speed FEM simulation programs have run times measured in minutes. Applications for Windows computers include high-voltage engineering, magnet design, electron guns and X-ray devices. 
Take your PCB designs to the next level with Easy-PC 13Adept Scientific has announced the release of Easy-PC Version 13, the popular printed circuit board and schematic design system, by Number One Systems (Tewkesbury, Glos). First Trace - Document Management Solution for AutoCAD LTFirst Trace, Inc. has claimed the world's first and only document management solution for AutoCAD LT with the newest release of Korrigo 4.1. The lack of an engineering document management solution for the nearly 4 million AutoCAD LT users has hampered productivity for more than a decade in the small, medium and increasing number of large companies using AutoCAD LT. AutoCAD LT users now have an automated and transparent solution to manage the engineering design, review and releases processes with Korrigo. 
Free Educational Electromagnetic Software from Field PrecisionSATE from Field Precision is an integrated 2D finite-element package for electric and magnetic field solutions available at no charge to colleges and universities Magnaghi Aeronautica S.p.A. chooses HyperWorks to Streamline Development of Aircraft Landing Gear SystemsAltair Engineering, Inc. announced today that Italy-based aerospace supplier, Magnaghi Aeronautica S.p.A. has chosen the HyperWorks simulation platform to develop and optimize their landing gear systems. The company designs, develops, and manufactures landing gears, hydraulic components, and fuel tanks for the aircraft industry. 
Field Precision Releases Xenos: Software Suite for X-ray SimulationField Precision LLC today announced the release of Xenos(TM) (X-ray/Electron Numerical Optimization Suite), an integrated suite of advanced 2D/3D finite-element programs for simulating X-ray and electron devices. Component programs calculate electric fields, magnetic fields, charged-particle dynamics, electron-photon-positron transport in materials and thermal transport. 
CGTech to Show VERICUT 7 at EMO 2009CGTech will exhibit the next major version of VERICUT CNC machine simulation and optimisation software on Stand A20, Hall 9 at EMO Milan. Altair Adds Sculptor from Optimal Solutions Software to the HyperWorks Enabled CommunityAltair today announced the addition of Sculptor from Optimal Solutions Software to its HyperWorks Enabled Community. HyperWorks customers can now download the latest version of Sculptor, along with 24 other available third-party software applications, at no incremental cost using their existing HyperWorks software license system at www.hyperworkscommunity.com. This brings the total number of applications available under the HyperWorks platform to 52. 
Thermo Fisher Scientific Announces Biobanking and Biospecimen Management Software SolutionThermo Fisher Scientific today announced that its Nautilus LIMS now delivers purpose-built functionality to meet the specific and unique needs of the biobanking industry. Thermo Scientific Nautilus LIMS for Biobanking and BioSpecimen Management will help manage biospecimen locations, online requests, chain-of-custody and patient demographics. Built on the superior plate handling, hierarchical sample management and patented workflows of Nautilus LIMS, this new biobanking functionality will contribute to the increasing role of biobanks and biorepositories in meeting research and development requirements for relevant biospecimens. A new brochure, Thermo Scientific Nautilus LIMS for Biobanking and Biospecimen Management, is available online at www.thermo.com/biobanking. Catalog Data Solutions Selected by Northwestern Tools for Online CAD DownloadsCatalog Data Solutions today announced that Northwestern Tools, Inc. has implemented its CAD Download solution to present and download product CAD models from SpringAndBallPlungers.com . 
Field Precision Adds Full-featured 3D ViewerField Precision now includes an easy-to-learn, versatile viewer for STL models in all 3D finite-element software packages. 
Enthusiastic and positive global adoption of MapleSim beats expectationsAdept Scientific (Letchworth, Herts) and Maplesoft™ (Waterloo, Canada), the leading provider of high-performance software tools for engineering, science and mathematics, have announced that, MapleSim™, it's recently released modelling and simulation software, has received tremendous response from around the world. Close to 500 licences have been sold in the six months since its release in December 2008. After a successful pilot testing period MapleSim adoption has been swift and far-reaching. Worldwide Aerospace Supplier, LISI AEROSPACE, Chooses HyperWorks to Streamline Development Processes for Fastener SystemsAltair Engineering, Inc announced today that LISI AEROSPACE has chosen the HyperWorks simulation platform in combination with its non linear simulation tools to reduce the time needed to develop new fastener systems. Worldwide Aerospace Supplier, LISI AEROSPACE, Chooses HyperWorks to Streamline Development Processes for Fastener SystemsAltair Engineering, Inc. announced today that LISI AEROSPACE has chosen the HyperWorks simulation platform in combination with its non linear simulation tools to reduce the time needed to develop new fastener systems. 
New Release of Wonderware DAServer Toolkit Eases System Extensibility for Ecosystem PartnersWonderware United Kingdom announces Wonderware DAServer Toolkit 3.0, which gives customers and partners the capability to create, test and deliver custom interfaces to equipment with unparalleled ease of use. Cadac Organice introduces Organice 2007 R4 build 204.16Cadac Organice introduces Organice 2007 R4 build 204.16. Build 204.16 is the last build in Organice 2007 prior to the release of a new Organice version later in 2009 
Thomson Reuters releases EndNote X3 for WindowsAdept Scientific is pleased to announce the release of a major upgrade to EndNote for Windows, the bibliographic management software used by millions of researchers, librarians and students worldwide, from the Healthcare & Science business of Thomson Reuters. Already a time-saver, EndNote X3, including EndNote Web, delivers a collaborative solution that makes users more productive. 
Field Precision Develops FE BUILDER 3DField Precision announced a release date for FE BUILDER 3D, a utility for finite-element software developers. The package includes a conformal hexahedron mesh generator and a fully customizable postprocessor with advanced visualization capabilities. New releases of Simpoe-Mold 2009 R1 and SimpoeWorks 2009 R1SIMPOE SAS announced today the immediate availability of the new releases Simpoe-Mold 2009-R1 and SimpoeWorks 2009-R1 of its plastic injection simulation software product lines. 
Field Precision Enhances Simulation Technology for 3D Relativistic Electron GunsThe latest version of OmniTrak from Field Precision LLC features an order-of-magnitude increase in computational speed for three-dimensional simulations of high-current, high-voltage planar electron guns. 
Design Automation NewsletterDesign Automation Customer Metrics, Integration with SolidWorks Enterprise PDM and more in the latest DriveWorks Design Automation Newsletter. Altair Releases HyperWorks 10.0 with Powerful New Solver Capabilities and Technology InnovationsAltair Engineering today announced the release of Altair HyperWorks 10.0, an even more powerful version of its popular integrated computer-aided engineering software suite. This new release builds upon the breadth of solver solutions and computation speed of RADIOSS, launches several first-to-market design optimization advancements, introduces a new mathematical analysis software technology, and extends its market leadership position in modeling and visualization technologies. Geomagic Studio 11 earns Autodesk Inventor certificationGeomagic announced today that Geomagic Studio 11 has earned full certification for use with Autodesk Inventor 2009 and 2010 software under the Autodesk Inventor Certified Applications program. The certification indicates that Geomagic Studio has reached the highest levels of quality and interoperability when working with Autodesk Inventor software. Altair Releases HyperWorks 10.0 with Powerful New Solver Capabilities and Technology InnovationsAltair Engineering today announced the release of Altair HyperWorks 10.0, an even more powerful version of its popular integrated computer-aided engineering software suite. This new release builds upon the breadth of solver solutions and computation speed of RADIOSS, launches several first-to-market design optimization advancements, introduces a new mathematical analysis software technology, and extends its market leadership position in modeling and visualization technologies. Thermo Fisher Scientific Unveils Mass Frontier 6.0, Comprehensive Structural Elucidation Software for Mass SpectrometryThermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today announced the launch of Mass Frontier 6.0, a powerful new software package offering sophisticated features for the management, evaluation and interpretation of mass spectra. The software is applicable to small molecule structural elucidation in a wide range of applications, including metabolite identification and impurity analysis in drug discovery and toxicology studies. Providing comprehensive spectral data and fragmentation mechanism knowledge management, this new version of Mass Frontier facilitates structural elucidation by simplifying the interpretation of MSn spectral data. The software will be showcased at the Thermo Scientific hospitality suite at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown in Salons G-K during ASMS, which runs from May 31-June 4 in Philadelphia. 
Arc flash software - Video clip.It is estimated that 5 to 10 arc flash explosions occur in electric equipment everyday in the United States. These events have the potential to cause serious injuries and even death due to burns from the thermal radiation and intense light released. To address this problem, ARCAD developed arc flash software to estimate the incident energy released in the event of a fault, identify the required Protection Boundary, create arc flash warning labels and more. 
Field Precision Releases GamBet, 3D Finite-element Monte Carlo Software for X-ray TechnologyField Precision LLC today announced the release of GamBet(TM), a 3D finite-element software suite for Monte Carlo simulations of X-rays and electrons in matter. The program has applications to X-ray sources, imaging devices and radiation shielding. 
Innovative electromagnetic design tool for motors and generators is extended with new ready-to-use models and hysteresis solverAt CWIEME, Cobham Technical Services is releasing a new version of its Vector Fields Software tool for designing rotating electrical machinery. The electromagnetic simulation software combines the accuracy of virtual prototyping using finite-element analysis with a rapid front-end design tool that allows users to create models of motors and generators in minutes — allowing users to achieve radical new levels of development productivity. Catalog Data Solutions Parametric Catalog and CAD Downloads Selected by ControlAirCatalog Data Solutions today announced that ControlAir Inc has selected its CDS Catalog product for parametric product search and its CDS ModelServer product for CAD Downloads. The CDS Catalog will front-end the CDS CAD ModelServer CAD download solution and both will be integrated into the ControlAir website 
Interalia's COMMANDER presses the right buttons for London TransportHelping London Transport improve its customer services and security announcements, Interalia, a leader in the design and manufacture of digital voice announcement solutions, has partnered IPS Ltd in the installation of its COMMANDER Platform and Station Digital Announcement System at Borough and Kennington Underground stations. The sophisticated system delivers a variety of platform messages to London Underground passengers ranging from emergency messages to customer information. 
Simulation Helps Develop Spray Gun with 50% Larger Pattern in Significantly Less TimeGraco engineers used FloEFD computational fluid dynamics software from the Mechanical Analysis group of Mentor Graphics Corporation to optimize the design of a new plural component spray gun in 1/3 the time that would have been required to produce an acceptable but not optimized design using the trial and error method. "The use of software prototypes made it possible to explore a much wider design space than would have been possible with physical prototypes, said Rick Anderson, Senior Project Engineer at Graco. "It's important to note that I achieved these results despite the fact that I am a design engineer without any training in CFD." 
Combination of high performance technologies from Maplesoft helps engineers fast track solutions in challenging timesAdept Scientific announces new releases of Maplesoft core products – MapleSim, the high-performance, multi-domain modelling and simulation tool, and Maple, the technical computing software for engineers, mathematicians and scientists. 
Combination of high performance technologies from Maplesoft helps teachers focus on concepts, not toolsAdept Scientific announces new releases of Maplesoft core products – MapleSim, the high-performance, multi-domain modelling and simulation tool, and Maple™, the technical computing software for mathematicians, engineers and scientists. 
Thermo Fisher Scientific Launches New Software Tool for High Content Screening at the SBS Annual Conference and Exhibition 2009Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. today announced the availability of HCSDiscover, a new data mining tool for High Content applications. Developed by Genedata AG, in collaboration with Thermo Fisher Scientific, the Thermo Scientific Cellomics HCSDiscover software enables scientists to gain deeper insights into High Content data, ultimately increasing productivity through better decision-making. HCSDiscover will be exclusively demonstrated on booth # 176 at the SBS Annual Conference and Exhibition, April 26-30 2009, Lille, France. 
Altium provides lifeline for OrCAD Capture usersAltium is following its challenge to electronics designers to answer the question "What makes you so special?" (20 April 2009) by introducing a powerful alternative for front-end electronics designers that lets them reach into new areas of design and stay relevant in a fast changing industry. Occupant Safety Experts, Cranfield Impact Centre, Select HyperWorks Enterprise Simulation Suite to Improve Vehicle and Pedestrian Safety PerformanceAltair Engineering, Inc. announced today that safety specialists, Cranfield Impact Centre, one of the leading providers of solutions and engineering services for Formula 1, has selected Altair HyperWorks enterprise simulation software suite to enhance their design and analysis capabilities. CIC's adoption of HyperWorks' finite element solver solution and design study technology, RADIOSS and HyperStudyDSS, in conjunction with its finite element modeling software, HyperMesh, will enable widespread improvements to existing design processes, allowing CIC to deliver robust solutions to their clients, faster. In addition, CIC will make use of the HUMOS2 biomedical human model, one of a wide range of virtual dummies for occupant and pedestrian safety available from Altair. 
What makes you so special?With over 1 million people in the world able to do your job, Altium acts to help more electronics designers answer this question Organice supports AutoCAD 2010Cadac Organice announces the support of AutoCAD 2010 in Organice. Occupant Safety Experts, Cranfield Impact Centre Select HyperWorks Enterprise Simulation Suite to Improve Vehicle and Pedestrian Safety PerformanceAltair Engineering, Inc announced today, that safety specialists, Cranfield Impact Centre (CIC), one of the leading providers of solutions and engineering services for Formula 1 and other vehicle crashworthiness, occupant safety, and biomechanics analysis has selected Altair HyperWorks enterprise simulation software suite to enhance their design and analysis capabilities. CIC's adoption of HyperWorks' finite element solver solution and design study technology, RADIOSS and HyperStudyDSS, in conjunction with its finite element modeling software, HyperMesh, will enable widespread improvements to existing design processes, allowing CIC to deliver robust solutions to their clients, faster. In addition, CIC will make use of the HUMOS2 biomedical human model, one of a wide range of virtual dummies for occupant and pedestrian safety available from Altair. Airbus, Bloodhound SSC, Bombardier Transportation and Jaguar & Land Rover to Keynote Altair’s Biennial Virtual Design Technology Conferenceltair Engineering Ltd announced today that Airbus UK, BLOODHOUND SSC, Bombardier Transportation and Jaguar & Land Rover will present visionary keynote addresses at Altair's 6th CAE Technology Conference on the 14th May 2009. They will discuss the current business challenges facing UK industry today, show their vision for the future of engineering and demonstrate the development of innovation in their industries. EADS Innovation Works Europe Adds HyperWorks to Their Set of Preferred CAE ToolsAltair Engineering, Inc recently announced that EADS Innovation Works, the EADS corporate research and technology organization, has increased its use of HyperWorks throughout its European operations and has added Altair's simulation suite to its preferred set of CAE tools. EADS Innovation Works will use HyperWorks to optimize aerospace structures, with a specific focus on composite material systems, to further the company's technical innovation potential. The group also plans to use HyperWorks pre-processing technology to streamline the complex meshing process for acoustic finite element (FE) models. EADS Innovation Works has been using Altair's software for several years already and has recently consolidated licenses. 
progeCAD 2009 Standard Released by iCADsales.comiCADsales.com announced today the release of their lower cost alternative for editing AutoCAD 2009 and earlier version drawings. progeCAD 2009 Standard progeCAD offers native DWG editing and most commands found in the full version of AutoCAD, including their own AutoLISP interpreter, missing in AutoCAD LT. 
ThyssenKrupp Tallent Ltd. Adopts Altair’s HyperWorks Enterprise Simulation Solution for Automotive Chassis DesignAltair Engineering, Inc announced today that ThyssenKrupp Tallent Ltd has adopted the HyperWorks CAE platform as an enterprise simulation solution for design, optimization and virtual manufacturing of their automotive chassis components. The flexibility of HyperWorks has proved instrumental in the design of chassis components, subframes and suspension arms in which optimization has been used throughout to improve component performance while maximizing efficient material utilization. ThyssenKrupp Tallent's HyperWorks decision has also allowed them to take full advantage of Altair's HyperWorks Enabled Partner Program. 
Export MapleSim models into Simulink with the new MapleSim Connectivity ToolboxAdept Scientific is pleased to announce the availability of the MapleSim Connectivity Toolbox. This new product enables users to export high-performance MapleSim models into Simulink®, thus taking advantage of the intuitive, multi-domain physical modelling environment of MapleSim as part of their toolchain. Catalog Data Solutions Provides Online Catalog for 2009 FIRST Robotics High School TeamsCatalog Data Solutions Inc. recently announced the launch of two online CAD libraries of PTC Pro/ENGINEER models for FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) high school programs: FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) and FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) . Pro/ENGINEER is PTC's 3D parametric CAD/CAM/CAE software. PTC has modeled the FRC and FTC kits of parts and, with CDS, made it available to the competing teams through an online CDS catalog for drag and drop download directly into Pro/ENGINEER. 
Canary Labs announces InfoLink Process HistorianInfoLink Process Historian from Canary combines several software packages, including Canary's Trend Historian and Trend Link software, Software Toolbox's symbol library, and optional XLReporter from SyTech, to provide a real-time and historical view of a process. With just a few keystrokes, an operator can call up historical data from any point in the past, and review trends, HMI screens and reports exactly as they occurred. Wonderware Launches New, Open Approach with Industry Application for Facilities ManagementWonderware United Kingdom today announced the introduction of Industry Application for Facilities Management as part of the Wonderware Industry Solutions for Facilities Management offerings. The new application enables more efficient management of facility operations and features a library of templates, graphics, faceplates and symbols for the development of consistent, open applications across the facility enterprise. Wonderware IntelaTrac Will Leverage Microsoft’s Enhanced Presentation Functionality to Empower the Mobile WorkforceWonderware United Kingdom, a division of SolutionsPT Ltd, today announced that future releases of Wonderware's industry-leading mobile workforce and decision support system software, IntelaTrac, will leverage new Microsoft technologies for improved presentation and reporting functionality for the mobile workforce. 
Simulation Helps Keep One of World’s Top Data Centers CoolCCG Facilities Integration Incorporated of Baltimore, Maryland, a leading consulting engineering firm specializing in mission critical facilities, used FloVENT software from the Mentor Graphics Mechanical Analysis Division (formerly Flomerics) to optimize the design of Dupont Fabros Technology's (DFT's) ACC4 data center in Ashburn, Virginia. The challenge was to design a system to cool the extremely powerful and hot computing and communications equipment occupying the data center while maintaining a Tier 4 level of functionality – the highest possible. "FloVENT provided the ideal tool for optimizing the performance of ACC4 because of its ability to accurately model the room, the IT equipment and complete cooling system," said Margaret Sam Sheehan, Director of Mechanical Engineering for CCG. 
GKS Inspection Services Expands 3D Scanning Capabilities of Internal Geometries with CT ScanningGKS Inspection Services, a global provider of dimensional inspection, 3D laser scanning, and terrestrial scanning services since 1981, has expanded its roster of capabilities to include Computed Tomography (CT) scanning services and systems sales, which are available at their locations worldwide. High-accuracy CT scanning enables 3D scanning of parts with very complex internal geometry. Visual access is not required for CT scanning so the process is very thorough and nondestructive. Catalog Data Solutions Selected by Northwestern Tools for Online CAD DownloadsCatalog Data Solutions today announced that Northwestern Tools, Inc. has selected its Online Catalog and CAD Download solution to present and download product CAD models online. 
CAD-Embedded CFD Helps Drill Bit Company Solve Erosion ProblemEncore Bits LLC solved a difficult erosion problem in an oilfield drill bit by using FloEFD computational fluid dynamics software from Mentor Graphics Mechanical Analysis (formerly Flomerics) to improve flow around the bit. Salvo made changes in the bit geometry and nozzle configuration that substantially increased its life and enhanced cuttings removal. "CFD helped us understand the problem and guided us as we iterated the design to an optimized solution," said Vince Salvo, Design Engineer for Encore Bits. 
Design Automation for EVERY SolidWorks EngineerVisitors to SolidWorks World 2009 will be able to find out more about DriveWorksXpress – included inside EVERY seat of SolidWorks 
CGTech Ltd expands VERICUT Training courses for 2009CGTech Ltd has announced an expanded program of training courses in the Uk to satisfy increased demand for training on its world leading VERICUT CNC Simulation software. 
First Trace Launches Online Engineering Survival CenterFirst Trace has launched an online Engineering Survival Center to assist Engineering Enterprises through these difficult economic times at www.FirstTrace.com. The Engineering Survival Center was developed to provide managers with valuable economic advice, informative articles, process management tips, and a free Cost Reduction Assessment to calculate the savings possible with the proper engineering solution. Leading Engineering Services & Consultancy, Assystem UK, Selects Altair HyperWorks for Gas Turbine DesignAltair Engineering, Inc. announced today that the UK Gas Turbine Division of Assystem, a leading engineering services and consultancy provider, has selected Altair HyperWorks to be included in future engineering service projects. Assystem will use HyperWorks and especially HyperMesh, the advanced finite element analysis (FEA) meshing solution of the product suite, to compliment existing analysis software in order to support service and consultancy projects within the gas turbine industry. Since the recent acquisition of HyperMesh, Assystem has already realised benefits including substantial improvements in mesh generation leading to better results for their customers. 
Wonderware Introduces Performance Software 3.5 as Integral Part of MES and Supervisory Platform OfferingWonderware United Kingdom today announced the release of Performance Software 3.5, the newest evolution of its equipment downtime and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) software, and an integrated module of the Wonderware comprehensive MES and supervisory software solution. Altium showcases at embedded worldAltium will be joined by customers from a range of industries to provide demonstrations and insights into the winter 09 release of Altium Designer at this year's embedded world show. Altium's live demonstrations will focus on how Altium Designer can help designers exploit today's low-cost, high-performance FPGA devices. Altium's latest release has a number of new design technologies and concepts to help electronics designers innovate, capitalise on advances in technology, and make the task of designing a product and getting it to market easier and faster. 3D PCB design performance benchmarks from AltiumAltium has published a set of benchmarks for 3D PCB design performance using Altium Designer, its next generation electronics design solution. Altium is a pioneer of real-time, 3D PCB design environments, with the introduction of 3D board layouts, real-time 3D ECAD-MCAD collaboration, and now (with the launch of the winter 09 release of Altium Designer) enhanced performance in the PCB design engine. The latest winter 09 release uses less memory and run faster, up to six times faster in some systems. 
Simulation Helps Philips Overcome Thermal Challenges of Ambient Light TV TechnologyPhilips used FloTHERM thermal simulation software from the Mentor Graphics Mechanical Analysis Division (formerly Flomerics) to develop a mechanical design for its new Aurea 42 inch liquid crystal diode (LCD) television that is 3 to 5 degrees Centigrade better than previous proposed concepts. Genevieve Martin, Project Leader for Philips Applied Technologies, Eindhoven, The Netherlands, used thermal simulation from the early stages of the development process to investigate the effect of different mechanical architecture options. "Thermal simulation enabled us to understand the thermal impact of our design decisions long before prototypes were available," Martin said. "As a result, we saved a considerable amount of time and money by getting the design right the first time from a thermal standpoint." Altair Adds DSHplus from FLUIDON to its HyperWorks Enabled CommunityAltair announces the addition of the DSHplus suite from FLUIDON a leader in simulation of fluid power systems to its HyperWorks Enabled Community (HWEC), bringing the total applications available under the HyperWorks platform to 46, including 18 third-party software solutions. HyperWorks customers can now download the latest version (V3.6) of DSHplus View and Solve, along with all other available applications, at zero incremental cost using their existing HyperWorks software license system. Fifteen hundred organisations from 85 countries shape MapleSim, the next generation tool for modelling and simulationAdept Scientific plc announces the release of MapleSim™; the new high-performance multi-domain modelling and simulation tool from Maplesoft™. Altium expands sales channel partner in DenmarkAltium has appointed a new channel partner in Denmark. EP-TeQ will sell Altium's unified electronics design solution, Altium Designer, and provide training and pre- and post-sales support for regional electronics designers. Altair’s New Benchmark Web site for RADIOSS Demonstrates Software Scalability, Repeatability & Compares Hardware Vendor PerformanceAltair announced today a new Web site (www.altair.com/benchmarks) that allows Altair hardware partners and RADIOSS users to download and run four separate typical RADIOSS models, and then post the results on the Web site, making them available for customers to view. 
MathType 6.5 for Windows is now shippingAdept Scientific is pleased to announce the launch of MathType™ 6.5 for Windows from Design Science. 
Visual Solutions brings you sleep solutionsVisual Solutions is working with ResMed to bring an end to sleep-disordered breathing and other respiratory disorders. Bunkspeed Software Adopted by College for Creative StudiesBunkspeed today announced that Detroit's College for Creative Studies (CCS) has made Bunkspeed applications a main part of its industrial and automotive design instruction. Arc-Flash-Analytic v3.0 has been granted 100% CLEAN Softpedia award.Arc-Flash-Analytic v3.0 software for arc flash hazard analysis has been tested in the Softpedia labs using several industry-leading security solutions and found to be completely clean of adware/spyware components. 
Fluid Flow Simulation Helps Overcome Tough Telecom Thermal Design ChallengeElma Electronic used FloTHERM thermal simulation software from the Mentor Graphics Mechanical Analysis Division (formerly Flomerics) to optimize the design of a new Advanced Telecommunications Computing Architecture (ATCA) platform that is designed to dissipate up to 300 watts in each of its 14 slots. Elma thermal engineers used FloTHERM's capability to automatically run a series of flow simulations while varying various dimensions and other parameters to achieve design goals such as maximizing airflow over the boards. "The optimization of the chassis via thermal simulation studies made it possible to beat competitors to market with a highly innovative product," said Ram Rajan, Thermal Engineer for Elma Electronic. 
From Seac02, the world’s first program that transforms and accelerates the creative processA solution complete and accessible to all, to accompany design professionals through the entire creative process of a new product: from 3D modelling to prototype approval phase. Seac02 announces the launch of LinceoVR 3.0, the world's first program on the market to integrate the functions of Realtime Render for Design Review and Augmented Reality into one product. Cadac Group introduces Organice Solution AcceleratorThe Cadac Group, a leading Microsoft Gold Certified Partner developing Organice, a SharePoint based engineering document management solution, announces the release of the Organice Solution Accelerator. The Organice Solution Accelerator helps companies to accelerate their SharePoint deployment and to enhance their document management solution with valuable additional functionality. 
FlexPro 8 ReleasedAdept Scientific is pleased to announce the release of Weisang's new version of FlexPro. After three years of development, Weisang has released the new version 8 of its FlexPro analysis and presentation software simultaneously in German and English. The main objective behind the development of FlexPro 8 was to increase developer and end-user productivity. 
Airflow Simulation Helps Retrofit Schools for Air Conditioning with Minimum Energy UsageAECOM consultants used FloVENT computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software from the Mentor Graphics Mechanical Analysis Division (formerly Flomerics) to determine the viability of and guidelines for the use of thermal displacement ventilation (TDV) for schools in Southern California. AECOM used FloVENT CFD software, which is designed specially for building interior spaces, to simulate the use of TDV in various classroom configurations. TDV demonstrated the ability to provide comfortable classrooms at energy consumption levels considerably lower than conventional air conditioning systems. Anark Showcases Revolutionary 3D CAD Transformation Platform at COE 2008 Aerospace & Defense Industry WorkshopAnark Corporation today announced it will exhibit at the COE 2008 Aerospace & Defense Industry Workshop, October 27-28, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency, Wichita, Kansas. Longview Advisors Publish 'The Advent of Visual Manufacturing'Longview Advisors today announced the release of its latest white paper, The Advent of Visual Manufacturing. The report examines how 3D visualization technology plays a new and profitable role in improving interoperability and communication between engineering and production departments. Altair Adds Leading Industrial Design Software solidThinking to its HyperWorks Enabled CommunityAltair announced today the addition of leading industrial design/styling software solidThinking to its HyperWorks Enabled Community, bringing the total applications available under the HyperWorks platform to 44, including 16 third-party software applications. HyperWorks customers can now download solidThinking 7.6, the latest version of the software launched recently for Windows and Mac users worldwide, along with all other available applications, at zero incremental cost using their existing HyperWorks software license system at www.hyperworkscommunity.com. Organice AEC webcast part V: SharePoint and collaborative engineeringThe Cadac Group has scheduled a series of webcasts around the central theme: bridging the GAP for the AEC. As a solution provider for the AEC and other project driven engineering industries, the Cadac Group is often confronted with companies struggling to create the right conditions for managing their project documents and for collaborating with their project partners. With a series of webcasts, the Cadac Group will address typical needs and challenges in the AEC and provides practical tips and tricks to improve the business process of project driven organizations. ARC flash hazard analysis the easy to use wayARCAD is pleased to introduce new ARC FLASH ANALYTIC ( AFA V3.0 ) software program for arc flash and shock hazard analysis. AFA V3.0 has been developed based on NFPA 70E and IEEE 1584 Guide for Performing Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations as an easy to use and comprehensive tool for calculating arc incident energy, flash protection boundary, determining limited, restricted, prohibited shock approach boundaries and risk category required by N.E.C and OSHA when work is to be performed on or near the energized equipment. 
EnSuite Adds Ability to Move Components in Assemblies and Improves CollaborationCCE has announced that it has added the ability to transform and rotate components in heterogeneous and homogenous assemblies as well as improved markup collaboration capabilities in EnSuite Version 2 – its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software. "In this new version we have raised the bar another notch by providing new capabilities for downstream manipulation of homogeneous or heterogeneous assemblies while also simplifying the process of communicating markup and redlining information by attaching the markup to the CAD file," said Vinay Wagle, V.P. Sales & Marketing for CCE. Hardware Independent Machine Vision Software - CVB with Image ManagerCommon Vision Blox from Stemmer Imaging is an open architecture hardware independent toolkit that supports both PC and embedded smart camera technology. It is acclaimed internationally as having the widest support for cameras and grabbers. It supports classical programming via compilers as well as more modern programming using graphical user interface tools. EnSuite Adds Ability to Create Heterogeneous Multi-CAD AssembliesCCE has announced that it has added the ability to create heterogeneous multi-CAD assemblies to EnSuite Version 2 - its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software. This new feature enables users to build an assembly by inserting components from different proprietary and neutral CAD formats such as Pro/ENGINEER, CATIA V4 or V5, SolidWorks, Unigraphics, IGES, STEP and Parasolid. New Geomagic Studio editions target mechanical design, medical/scientific marketsGeomagic has launched three new Geomagic Studio editions that target specific application needs in mechanical design and medical/scientific markets. Geomagic Studio is the world's leading software for creating accurate 3D digital models from scan data of physical objects. 
Flow Simulation Improves Photovoltaic Solar Panel PerformanceSchueco, one of the leading producers of photovoltaic panels, used Flomerics' Flovent computational fluid dynamics software to redesign its products to improve their thermal performance so that 15% to 20% more panels can be used in a given space. Today's photovoltaic panels present a major thermal design challenge since every degree Centigrade of temperature rise reduces the power produced by 0.5%. "The CFD results helped us understand exactly how the panels were being heated and guided us as we made major improvements to the design," said Hamid Batoul, Technical Director of Solar Department, Schueco International, Paris, France. "As the first in our industry to perform CFD simulation, we believe that we are now able to provide our customers with substantially higher power output than an equivalent competitive design." Bunkspeed Unveils HyperMove at SIGGRAPHBunkspeed today announced the launch of its new animation tool, HyperMove, at the SIGGRAPH computer graphics conference in Los Angeles. 
EnSuite updated with useful tools for Collaboration and Design ValidationCCE has announced a new upgrade to EnSuite Version 2 – its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software. The latest version offers mark-ups and redlining, interference/clearance checking and provides parent and child information for each component in an assembly. "This new upgrade to EnSuite substantially improves the ability of non-CAD users to analyze a design and quickly obtain the information they need to better perform their jobs," says Vinay Wagle, V.P. Sales & Marketing of CCE. "For example, a manufacturing engineer can quickly identify all of the parts in an assembly that fall within a specified clearance in order to verify that a certain manufacturing process can hold the needed tolerances." 
Thermal Simulation Helps Design New Telecom Platform That Delivers 40Gbps BandwidthSimclar Group used Flomerics' Flotherm thermal simulation software to develop a new platform that goes well beyond the Advanced Telecom Computing Architecture (ATCA) 3.0 specification. "Simulation gave me the freedom to consider a wide range of alternative designs by letting me evaluate their performance quickly and at very little cost," said Dave Watson, Thermal Design Team Leader for Simclar Group. "We succeeded in developing a platform that goes well beyond the ATCA 3.0 specification by delivering 40 Gbps backplane bandwidth and 50 CFM airflow per slot with near-perfect airflow distribution." 
Harpoon aids Fire and Explosion analysisModeling hazardous scenarios has become an essential part of engineering design for Offshore activities. Physical testing can be prohibitively expensive and in some cases impossible so modern Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) techniques are commonly used for the modeling of exhaust plume dispersion, natural and forced ventilation efficiency, flaring, toxic gas releases, fires, explosions and hazardous spills. 
Flomerics software used to create first real-time cooling calculator for data centersFlomerics today announced that APC (American Power Conversion) recently selected Flomerics' Flovent computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software to develop the world's first real-time cooling calculator for data center design. The calculator computes a cooling performance metric called the capture index that assesses the local airflow around each rack and evaluates cooling performance and the scalability of cooling architecture. Bottero Chooses Altair HyperWorks Simulation Platform for Development of Glass Production LinesAltair Engineering announced today that Bottero has selected Altair HyperWorks as their preferred computer-aided engineering suite for the optimization and verification of structural components used in their production lines. Bottero's short-term goals include the introduction of an innovative product line and the development of advanced forming-machine solutions. The company chose HyperWorks because it offers a complete solution for the simulation and optimization of mechanical components. New Version of solidThinking Industrial Design/Styling Software Launches GloballyLeading industrial design/styling software company solidThinking is launching its latest version for Windows and Mac users worldwide. Prima Industrie Choose HyperWorks Simulation Platform to Develop 2D Laser Cutting MachinesAltair Engineering, Inc. today announced that Prima Industrie, an Italian developer, manufacturer and provider of high-power laser systems for cutting, welding and drilling three-dimensional (3D) and two-dimensional (2D) parts, will implement the HyperWorks computer-aided engineering (CAE) software platform into its design development process. The HyperWorks suite and OptiStruct, the leading design synthesis optimization technology, will be used to optimize existing cutting machines and to develop new 2D machines in the future. AEG Electric Tools GmbH Creates Cool Power Tools Faster with EFD.Lab Flow SimulationAEG Electric Tools GmbH, one of the market-leading manufacturers of heavy-duty portable electric power tools for professionals, uses Flomerics EFD.Lab fluid flow and heat transfer simulation software for optimizing airflow and cooling effects in their power tools. CSI Integrates HyperWorks Simulation Tools into Its Automotive Product Development ProcessCSI's recently expanded Automotive Department will use the HyperWorks computer-aided engineering (CAE) technology suite to increase its focus on virtual and performance engineering. The company plans to improve its entire development cycle by creating a close relationship between simulation and physical testing. Cambric Switches to the HyperWorks CAE Suite as Its Simulation Backbone WorldwideAltair Engineering, Inc announced that Cambric Corporation, a global provider of engineering services, is now using HyperWorks as its primary computer-aided engineering solution to serve its customers. 
Thermal Simulation Reduces Cost of Stacked Module Potting Compound 50%C-MAC MicroTechnology used Flomerics' Flotherm thermal simulation software to determine that the thermal requirements of a stacked module could be met with a potting compound that cost only half the amount of the default choice. "Our engineer simulated the junction temperatures of the devices in the stacked modules while using three different potting compounds," said Bob Hunt, Head of Engineering for C-MAC. "Simulation was much faster and less expensive than the alternative of building and testing prototypes." 
CCE’s EnSuite Adds Useful Updates for the Extended Product Development TeamCCE has announced that EnSuite Version 2 – its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software – has been upgraded with two new useful features. Users that do not have access to a CAD system can now with a single click of the mouse set the material type of components or view an assembly in its exploded view. Force Protection Chooses Altair HyperWorks for Military Vehicle Product DevelopmentAltair Engineering, Inc. today announced that Force Protection Industries, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Force Protection, Inc. has implemented the HyperWorks CAE solution for engineering design analysis. 
MapleSim, the next generation tool for modelling and simulationAdept Scientific plc nnounces that MaplesoftTM has released the pilot version of a revolutionary tool that is expected to set new standards in modelling and simulation. MapleSim™ is a high-performance multi-domain modelling and simulation tool which will dramatically reduce the time taken to bring products to market by using physical modelling techniques. 
Enersul Improves Efficiency and Quality Assurance with Plant-4DSituation A worldwide technological leader in the handling and processing of sulphur, Enersul offers a full range of integrated services to the sulpher industry ranging from production to consumption. Due to the complexity of the processes, Enersul faced several challenges in its design build process including bottlenecks in time and man-hours, much of which occurred during the internal quality assurance and quality controls processes that check data sheets, Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&ID) and line lists. Another challenge Enersul faced was the element of human error such as the failure to catch inconsistencies or inaccuracies early on. 
Machinery safety calculator now includes EN ISO 13849-1 graphPilz Automation Technology is releasing a new version of its powerful PAScal software package for performing the calculations required when designing safety-related control systems for machinery in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1 or EN IEC 62061. PAScal makes it much easier to ensure compliance with the standards' requirements, plus it helps to save both time and costs. Version 1.2.0 includes a calculation graph as per EN ISO 13849-1, and it also benefits from a number of enhancements to both the functionality and usability. In addition, PAScal 1.2.0 runs on PCs with Microsoft Windows Vista. Bunkspeed Releases HyperShot V 1.5 for photographic 3D renderingBunkspeed today announced the availability of HyperShot® V 1.5, an eagerly awaited upgrade to the groundbreaking HyperShot product released a year ago. 
Optimizing Sail Design for the 2008 Olympics Using 3D Air Flow SimulationFinland-based sail maker WB-Sails is using EFD.Lab fluid dynamics simulation software from Flomerics to develop and optimize sails for Star and Finn class Olympic sailboats. "Our traditional panel codes predict sail forces reasonably well in the upwind case, when flow separation is not a major factor, but we were desperate for something more powerful to predict 3D air flow and sail forces on downwind legs and in the lighter winds that we expect in Beijing," said Mikko Brummer, Head of R&D at WB-Sails. 
Flotherm Simulation Helps Redback Networks Create First Million-Subscriber Platform for Triple-Play Broadband, Phone and TV ServicesThermal simulation with Flomerics' Flotherm software helped Redback Networks overcome the cooling challenges involved in creating the first million-subscriber triple-play platform. "The power dissipation of the line cards in the new platform had to be increased by 2X relative to the previous generation to obtain the planned improvement in performance and functionality," said Wendy Lu, Mechanical Engineer for Redback Networks. "By focusing on reducing the chassis static pressure via geometry changes and using a higher performing fan, we were able to double the airflow in the chassis." 
Nobbs & Jones chooses IGE+XAO Group's SEE ElectricalThe complexity of today's internal building environments demands that the Building Management Systems satisfy rigorous criteria, both in terms of performance & reliability. Nobbs & Jones' expertise within controls for heating, ventilation & air-conditioning is second to none in the industry and is trusted by some of the country's leading architects and specifiers, as well as by many market leading corporate clients. Bunkspeed Releases Free Beta Plug-In for RhinoBunkspeed announced today the beta release of its HyperShot® plug-in for Rhinoceros. The stand-alone patent-pending HyperShot application uses Bunkspeed's revolutionary technology for real-time photographic rendering. Now the fastest, highest-quality, and easiest rendering technology in the industry operates in conjunction with the popular and progressive 3D industrial design modeler, Rhinoceros. Lattice Technology Releases XVL Converter for Autodesk Inventor 2009Lattice Technology today announced the release of the XVL Converter Plug-in for Inventor, which supports Autodesk Inventor 2009. The XVL converter is scheduled to ship on June 30, 2008. 
Flow Simulation Helps Solve Power LED Overheating Problem in One DayVoxdale used Flomerics' EFD.Pro computational fluid dynamics software to solve a power light emitting diode thermal management problem in just one day. The initial prototype of the LED system overheated to the point that the amount of light delivered by the device and its lifetime were both substantially reduced. Voxdale engineers used the CFD results to redesign the housing in just one day to improve airflow, which eliminated overheating and increased light output and life to the desired levels. 
Motion Designer GUI software adds trajectory control, analysis and optimisation tools for complex motion profilesAerotech's new Motion Designer software provides an easy-to-use graphical user interface for generating, analysing motion trajectories and also improving the performance of complex motion profiles. The software greatly simplifies trajectory programming and reduces development time where an exact motion profile, simulating a dynamic environment or real-world conditions, needs to be generated. Furthermore, applications requiring optimal performance can also benefit with detailed motion analysis tools and iterative learning control algorithms that reduce following error and cycle times over multiple runs. CCE Upgrades EnSuite to Support Pro/E Wildfire 4.0, UG NX5 and Parasolid 19 FilesCCE, a leading provider of CAD/CAM data translation and viewer products, has announced that EnSuite Version 2 – its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software – has been upgraded to provide support for Pro/E Wildfire 4.0, Unigraphics NX5 and Parasolid 19 files. The latest version of EnSuite can open Pro/E Wildfire 4.0, UG NX5 and Parasolid 19 files and translate them to any of the other formats currently supported by EnSuite including CATIA V4, CATIA V5, Pro/ENGINEER, Unigraphics, SolidWorks, Parasolid, IGES and STEP. "This update shows our continuous commitment to keep pace with latest releases of all leading CAD systems and formats," says Vinay Wagle, V.P. Sales & Marketing of CCE. 
CGTech to feature the VERICUT Aerospace CNC Simulation Gallery at Farnborough International 2008CGTech Ltd will exhibit the latest version of VERICUT CNC machine simulation and optimization software at Farnborough International 2008 on Stand A30 in Hall 1. 
Simulation Software at Unmanned Air, Land and Marine Vehicle Conference Promotes Innovation, Faster Design Cycles, and Optimized SolutionsNoran Engineering, Inc. will demonstrate new software at the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International Conference (AUVSI) in San Diego, CA June 10-12. NEi's software portfolio allows engineers to virtually test air, land, and maritime vehicles and components for mechanical stress, deformation, vibration, thermal and other technical parameters at the design stage before prototypes or parts are fabricated. Engineering simulation benefits the overall design process by giving developers the tools to explore design alternatives, identify problems, optimize component function, and save time and resources in prototypes and test. Altair Releases HyperWorks 9.0, Connecting Engineers with New Solver Technology and to the Global GridAltair Engineering today announced the release of Altair HyperWorks 9.0, the next generation of its popular integrated suite of computer-aided engineering (CAE) software applications. 
Flomerics Announces Workshops on Optimizing Data Center CoolingFlomerics has announced regular workshops on how to optimize the thermal performance of data centers using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation software. The workshops will explain how to simulate the thermal performance of an existing or planned data center configuration using templates and libraries that enable users to simply drag and drop building blocks into the model. 
Thermal Simulation Speeds Design of Versatile Vertical/Horizontal HeatsinkCrane Aerospace & Electronics used Flomerics' Flotherm thermal simulation software to develop an unusual heatsink that works in the vertical or horizontal orientation. The heatsink is for a DC power subsystem for a commercial airliner. Developing an entirely new heatsink geometry that would have met the performance requirements would have taken an enormous amount of time using conventional build and test methods. Instead Crane Mechanical Engineer Mark Resler simulated a range of different heatsink configurations using thermal simulation software. He determined that an unusual design with a plate and standoffs provided the best performance. 
Active Chilled Beam Cooling Reduces Energy Usage 20% in Northwestern LabAn active chilled beam cooling system played a key role in delivering an expected 20% reduction in cooling and ventilation energy consumption at the new Genomic Science Building at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The system was developed by Affiliated Engineers, Inc. in collaboration with the project architect, Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill LLP. Engineers at Affiliated Engineers, Inc. used Flomerics' Flovent computational fluid dynamics software to optimize the cooling system and maximize the energy savings. CADnection Announces Integrated Support for Autodesk DWF files In SharePointCADnection® today announced the availability of extended support for Autodesk®'s DWFTM file format. The CADnection software combines the functionality of Autodesk's AutoCAD® -- the most widely used engineering and architectural drafting program -- and Microsoft SharePoint -- a suite of server-based capabilities for content management, collaboration and enterprise search to create a flexible, distributed, and cost effective project data management system. 
Thermal Simulation Tool Reduces IC Cost by Comparing Flip-Chip/Wire Bond Thermal PerformanceFlomerics announced today that the Package Engineering Group from Applied Micro Circuits Corporation is using Flotherm thermal simulation software to significantly reduce the cost of packaging and the project resource cost for a new family of ICs. AMCC achieved these outstanding results by comparing flip-chip and wire bond thermal performance early in the design process. Maple 12 delivers major innovations in engineering analysis and designAdept Scientific plc announces the latest edition of Maplesoft's™ ground breaking engineering software with an extensive new feature set. 
Flomerics Version 8.2 EFD Simulation SoftwareFlomerics Ltd. today announced the availability of version 8.2 of its popular Engineering Fluid Dynamics (EFD) fluid flow and thermal simulation product family. 
CCE’s EnSuite Delivers Support for Point Cloud FilesCCE, has announced that EnSuite Version 2 – its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software – has been upgraded to support point cloud files. EnSuite Version 2 can be used to import point cloud files in .xyz and .csv files that are typically produced on a coordinate measuring machine (CMM), laser scanner, or other inspection equipment. iCADsales.com Releases Version 8.0.18 of progeCAD 2008 ProfessionaliCADsales.com is offering a free full evaluation download running for 30 days of progeCAD 2008 Professional version 8.0.18, offering increased speed and reliability. 
Flomerics Publishes White Paper and Sponsors Webcast on the Latest Meshing Techniques for Flow SimulationFlomerics has published a comprehensive technical white paper on mesh generation techniques for fluid flow simulation. Written for mechanical engineers, the paper explains the need for a computational mesh and the pros and cons of different mesh types. It also explains the factors affecting the choice of grid system such as cell shape, geometry representation, mesh structure and grid generation. 
Simulation Helps Solve Difficult Thermal Challenge in Tower Mounted AmplifierThermacore used Flomerics' Flotherm thermal simulation software to solve a challenging thermal management problem in a tower mounted amplifier (TMA) for a cellular base station. Thermal simulation showed that the heat from the 1 by 1.5 inch amplifier chips did not spread out sufficiently to utilize the full extent of the heat sink, causing the chips to overheat. The problem was addressed by adding a vapor chamber to each chip to reduce the spreading resistance and utilize the full extent of the heatsink. The simulation showed this approach reduced the temperature at the base of the heat sink to acceptable levels. Lattice Technology releases XVL Player 9Lattice Technology, developers of the XVL suite of 3D publishing applications, today announced that XVL Player Version 9, is now available for free download at www.lattice3D.com. PlantTriage Incorporates Newly Patented Wizard Builder TechnologyExperTune has received a patent for its novel wizard builder technology. The patent was issued April 8, 2008. The wizard builder creates connection wizards for communication between process controllers (DCS's and PLC's) and PC based software. In a way, it is a wizard that builds wizards. PlantTriage performance supervision software uses this wizard technology. DeskArtes 3Data Expert version 8.0 - The Ultimate Tool for 3D PrintingDeskArtes has introduced 3Data Expert software version 8.0 for 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping and Simulation data transfer and manipulation. 
CCE Upgrades EnSuite to Support CATIA V5 R18 FilesCCE has announced that EnSuite Version 2 – its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software – has been upgraded to provide support for CATIA V5 R18 files. The latest version of EnSuite can open R18 files and translate them to any of the other formats currently supported by EnSuite including CATIA V4, Pro/ENGINEER, Unigraphics, SolidWorks, Parasolid, IGES and STEP. The latest version of EnSuite can also write R10 through R14 files, which can be read by R18. "We are committed to providing support for the latest versions of all the leading CAD systems," says Vinay Wagle, V.P. Sales & Marketing of CCE. New software from Parker makes drive configuration quick and simpleParker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technology, has released a new drive configuration software package that can be downloaded for free from the company's web site. Called Drive System Explorer (DSE) Lite 2.02, the new software can be used with Parker's range of AC and DC drives, plus legacy drives, and has been developed to help design and production engineers minimise set up times and improve productivity. iCADsales.com Releases ProgeARCH, Architectural Software for progeCAD IntelliCADiCADsales.com is offering a free evaluation download of ProgeARCH, running in combination with the ProgeCAD 2008 Professional CAD software, also available for evaluation download. 
Thales Air Systems Division Selects EFD.Pro Engineering Fluid Dynamics Software Embedded in Pro/ENGINEERThales missile electronics facility in Basingstoke has chosen Flomerics' EFD.Pro, the Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire-embedded engineering fluid dynamics software. EFD.Pro will be used to analyze complex defense electronics cooling problems at the front end of the design process. "As an engineer, I am concerned about solving problems in the shortest possible timeframe. Flomerics technology helps us in achieving this," said Mark Pashley, principal mechanical engineer. "We created a short list after an initial investigation of available tools. Upon completing a series of benchmarking exercises, EFD.Pro's ease of use, speed and accuracy led to its selection over and above the candidates benchmarked. In addition to the technology, I think it is also important to mention the support services, which in the eight years I have been using Flomerics software has always been excellent -- both in terms of speed and quality of response." EnSuite Version 2 Adds Visual Compare, Part Isolation, Parameter Search FeaturesCCE has announced the release of a new update of EnSuite Version 2 - its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software. This release provides a wide range of new features including the ability to view two models superimposed on top of each with the differences highlighted. It also provides the ability to isolate a part from a complex assembly by making the rest of the assembly transparent. Another new capability enables users to search for features based on parameter values. Simulation Helps Meet Thermal Challenges of World’s Fastest SupercomputerCH2M HILL engineers used Flomerics' Flovent computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software to simulate predicted thermal loads that will be generated by the IBM Roadrunner machine. Roadrunner is projected to be in the top 10 on the HPC Top 500 list and will be installed at Los Alamos National Laboratory's Nicholas Metropolis Center. By regularly modeling the facility, CH2M engineers have helped the DOE stay one step ahead of the continuously increasing thermal load while minimizing initial and operating costs of cooling equipment. "The CFD simulations have saved money by determining exactly how much cooling capacity is required to handle current and projected thermal loads and identifying design improvements that boost cooling efficiency," said Andy Solberg, CH2M HILL engineer. SpaceClaim launched at the Centre of Engineering ExcellenceThe University of Wolverhampton's Department of Engineering and Technology is the first learning institution in the Midlands to launch the SpaceClaim Corporation's latest 3D design solution software package at its Centre of Engineering Excellence (CEE). 
Dialight PLC Chooses EFD.Pro Engineering Fluid Dynamics Software for Pro/ENGINEERDialight plc has selected Flomerics' EFD.Pro engineering fluid dynamics software, embedded in Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire, for the design of advanced lighting systems based on light-emitting diode (LED) technology. 
FISHER/UNITECH Reclaims Position as Top Stratasys Reseller in North America in 2007FISHER/UNITECH today announced its achievement of number one Dimension reseller status in North America for new machines sold in 2007. The Dimension 3D Printer represents a breakthrough in large format rapid prototyping technology, with office-friendly machines starting at $18,900. The Dimension printer is an integral component in FISHER/UNITECH's mission to provide the manufacturing industry with best-in-class product design software and hardware for process improvement. 
Seiki Systems Networked Manufacturing System V4.37 previews at MACH 2008Seiki Systems Ltd will be previewing the latest version of their Networked Manufacturing System (NMS) software at MACH 2008. NMS V4.37 software, which has not yet made available as a general release in the UK, has been enhanced to further assist manufacturers in their effort to become more 'Lean' by increasing production efficiency and by supporting continuous improvement strategies. In today's business climate there has never been a more critical time to invest and secure manufacturing control and process advantage. 
Harpoon speeds up CFD analysis at Rieter AutomotiveDesigning the modern day car has become an extremely complex problem. Not only must the car be pleasing to the eye, but it must be comfortable, reasonably priced and fuel efficient as well. Based in Winterthur, Switzerland, Rieter Automotive Systems is one of the leading global suppliers of systems solutions in the field of noise control and thermal management for the automotive industry. Rieter Automotive Systems offers innovative solutions within a Total Vehicle Approach to make cars more comfortable, lighter and more efficient. 
F1 Limitation on Use of CFD Software Could Benefit More Productive Software ProvidersFlomerics has reacted to the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile's (FIA's) recent announcement of restrictions on the use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis software by suggesting that these restrictions might actually increase the use of more efficient CFD tools that automate most of the modeling process. "We believe that the FIA's limitation on CFD and wind tunnel testing will accelerate the trend towards use of CFD tools that accomplish more in less time by integrating simulation with the design process," said John Parry, Research Manager for Flomerics. PlantTriage Adds Graphical ModelingPlantTriage's new visual modeling tools result in better dynamic process models. Better models give better all-around analysis resulting in optimal PID Tuning, accurate simulated response to upsets, accurate response to process noise, and better robustness analysis. 
Sikorsky Uses Harpoon to Solve Challenges of Coaxial Rotor HelicopterWhen a company claims to have solved a challenge that has bedeviled its industry for years, it must be ready to prove that its idea will really fly. And that, quite literally, is what Sikorsky Aircraft is prepared to do. A leader in the design and manufacture of advanced helicopters for commercial, industrial, and military use, Sikorsky has used new technology to help significantly improve the performance of the conventional coaxial rotor, a stacked pair of high-performance counter-rotating rotors. The company is now preparing to demonstrate its new coaxial rotor, known as X2 Technology™ demonstrator*, with the world of aviation as its audience. Sikorsky is also hard at work applying its X2 Technology solutions to practical aviation challenges, as it perfects conceptual designs of two military heavy lift aircraft that employ the suite of X2 Technology solutions. 
Free Download Of NC Program Manager Software From Seiki SystemsSeiki Systems NC Program Manager software, incorporating advanced features that include a dedicated NC Editor and bi-directional program transfer via the computer RS 232 interface that can be configured for each machine tool, is now available as a free download from the Seiki Systems' website. The software has been specifically developed to meet user needs for program creation, management, storage and editing. Thermal Simulation Validates Motor Design and Reduces Heatsink WeightAnJen Solutions recently used Flomerics' FLOTHERM computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software to assist MagneMotion, Inc. in their design of a vertical lift elevator made of linear synchronous motors (LSM). First Trace Delivers Service Pack 2 for Enterprise Document Management, powered by KinnosaFirst Trace, Inc. announced the highly anticipated release of Service Pack 2 (SP2) for Enterprise Document Management, powered by Kinnosa. This release contains numerous system enhancements and fixes for expanded solution performance. SP2 includes seamless integration and support for AutoCAD 2008 and SolidWorks 2008, providing comprehensive document management and process management capabilities with these complex CAD tools. Advanced Windows Extension Service permits Enterprise Document Management features and functionality to incorporate into users Windows Desktop and Microsoft Office programs as well as OpenOffice. File search functionality has also been enriched to improve the user experience. Geomagic Studio 10 now shippingGeomagic is now shipping Geomagic Studio 10, the latest version of its digital reconstruction software, and offering a free 90-day trial through www.geomagic.com. Catalog Data Solutions Launches First CAD Model Search Engine for PTC® Pro/ENGINEER® Design Software – “A Model at Every Click”Catalog Data Solutions Inc. today announced the launch of the 3DModelSpace for Pro/ENGINEER. 3DModelSpace is the first CAD Model Search Engine for Pro/ENGINEER linking directly to manufacturers and distributors web pages that offer 3D CAD models. 
CGTech to feature VERICUT 6.2 at MACH 2008VERICUT 6.2 features several enhancements that increase the ability of manufacturing engineers to develop, analyze, inspect and document the CNC programming and machining process. VisSim 7 impresses at the VisSim European User MeetingEuropean simulation enthusiasts previewed VisSim 7, the latest release of the leading simulation software tool, at the headquarters of Adept Scientific (Letchworth, UK) last week. The two day event was delivered by Pete Darnell, CEO and Chief Software Engineer at developers Visual Solutions Inc (Westford, MA). 
NI LabVIEW 8.5 Student Edition Extends Multicore Processing and Hybrid Programming to AcademiaNational Instruments has announced the availability of the LabVIEW 8.5 Student Edition, the latest version of the graphical system design software that gives students a flexible, hands-on environment to design, prototype and deploy engineering and science concepts into real-world applications. The student edition offers all the features of the popular LabVIEW graphical development platform including multicore processing and hybrid programming, providing students with software that facilitates project-based learning, leverages the latest industry performance standards and gives more programming options for creating applications and engineering algorithms. Altair Engineering HyperWorks Selected by Ducati for Series Production of “Hypermotard”Altair Engineering, Inc. today announced that Ducati, the leading manufacturer of racing-inspired motorcycles has chosen Altair HyperWorks as its preferred tool for the optimization and verification of structural parts for the series production development of the "Hypermotard." The Hypermotard concept motorcycle has already won several awards following its presentation at the EICMA, the 63rd International Motorcycle Exhibition held in Milan during November 2005. To continue this success, Ducati has now taken the prize-winning bike into series production. The Hypermotard 1100 and 1100 S were launched in spring 2007. Catalog Data Solutions CAD Downloads Adopted by SofascoCatalog Data Solutions (CDS), a leading provider of online product selection tools for industrial suppliers and distributors, today announced that Sofasco Inc. has adopted its CAD model download solution. 
Urban Aeronautics Designs the Next Generation of Military VTOL Aircraft with CimatronECimatronE's rich surfacing functionality, powerful simulation capabilities, and outstanding customer support to create the world's first production Vertical Take Off and Landing (VTOL) civilian and military utility aircraft. Airbus Selects Altair HyperWorks OptiStruct for the A350XWB Development ProgramAltair Engineering, Inc. today announced that Airbus, one of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers, has chosen Altair's OptiStruct advanced topological optimization software for the A350XWB program. Airbus pioneered the use of topology optimization in aircraft design, and, during the A380 development, used OptiStruct for design optimization to support weight reduction. Based on its experience with the A380 program, Airbus has now selected OptiStruct as the strategic tool for topological optimization for their development projects. 
LabVIEW Embedded Platform extended to Support New Analog Devices Blackfin, Freescale ColdFire ProcessorsNational Instruments has announced the extension of the NI LabVIEW 8.5 graphical system design platform to new embedded targets with the release of the NI LabVIEW Embedded Module for ADI Blackfin® Processors 2.5 and the LabVIEW Microprocessor SDK (Software Development Kit) 2.5. With a graphical system design approach, engineers and scientists can use LabVIEW to rapidly design and prototype their embedded systems and easily deploy them to targets such as 32-bit processors and FPGAs. The latest versions of the LabVIEW Embedded Module for Blackfin Processors and the LabVIEW Microprocessor SDK expand the available deployment options for engineers and scientists by adding support for new, high-performance convergent multimedia Blackfin processors as well as introducing support for the Freescale ColdFire processor. The software packages also deliver 18 percent increased efficiency in code generation. 
New Rheology Software!ATS RheoSystems has introduced its NEW RheoExplorer® V6 Software. The software is based on, and designed for, Windows' 32 bit operating platform. Lola Group Selects Altair’s HyperWorks CAE Software Suite to Streamline its Design Process for Composite StructuresAltair Engineering, Inc, a leading global provider of technology and services that strengthen client innovation and decision-making, announced today that Lola Group, a globally recoignised supplier of specialist composite technology, to the motorsport, automotive, aerospace, marine, defence, communications and medical sectors, has chosen Altair's HyperWorks computer-aided engineering (CAE) suite of advanced software to streamline their product design process. 
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