AMC Bridge announces the release of ViewER 2.0, a new version of an application for rendering 3D models on Android mobile devices. ViewER 2.0, the new version of the popular 3D viewer for Android devices, extends the list of supported formats to such popular CAD formats as STL, PLY and 3DS. The new version also offers a faster opening of OBJ files. The product is free and can be downloaded from Google Play Store at: https:/play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.amcbridge.viewer

HASCO, suppliers of modular standard mould units and accessories will be featuring demonstrations on its stand at Interplas, showing how VISI, from Vero Software can connect to the HASCO libraries, leverage the digital data and automate the design and manufacturing process. The demonstration focuses on a dual ejection tool with collapsing cores, showing the considerable benefits of 3D development using a combination of VISI design tools and standard components alongside a mixture of custom HASCO products. As a leading supplier of standard mould plates and kits, along with components such as system plates, guide pillars, ejector pins, collapsing cores or hot runner solutions, HASCO simplifies and standardises mouldmaking – maximising productivity, quality and innovation. VISI includes a large selection of internal HASCO components, along with the correct 2D drawing views, BOM information, and CAM instructions, allowing manufacturers to automatically machine their plates. As well as reading external HASCO components from the Universal

ModuleWorks will show the latest version of its CAM components, version 2014.08 at IMTS, the International Manufacturing Technology Show 2014, (booth E-3133) in Chicago from 8-13th September 2014. ModuleWorks is at the forefront of 5-Axis machining and Simulation technology, providing the machining and simulation technology that powers many of the popular CAM systems available today. Each ModuleWorks release contains many new and enhanced features across the product range and this latest version includes new features for 5-Axis, 3-Axis, Port Machining and Simulation. At IMTS, they will be showing the latest release of their component technology; highlights are shown below: 5-Axis Machining 5-Axis SWARF sees a number of improvements to improve efficiency and flexibility. It now features a built in transform capability to allow repeated rotation or translation of the main toolpath, particularly useful for parts with a regular pattern of duplicated features such as blades. In addition the SWARF also has the option to

ARC Group Worldwide, Inc. announced that Chairman & CEO, Jason Young, will present at the 2014 Brean Capital Global Technology Conference in New York, NY, on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014. Mr. Young will host one-on-one meetings with institutional investors throughout the day during the conference. A copy of the presentation is available here: http://www.arcgroupworldwide.com/resources/ARCW-Investor-Presentation.pdf. 

Surfcam Inc., a division of Vero Software, has named Sunidhi Technologies (www.surfcamindia.com), as their new authorized Reseller, providing SURFCAM CAD/CAM sales and support to industrial and educational customers in India. “We are pleased to welcome Sunidhi Technologies into the growing worldwide SURFCAM Reseller Network”, say Surfcam General Manager Peter Marton. “Sunidhi Technologies has the expertise, many years of experience and manufacturing presence in India to expand SURFCAM’s brand awareness and sales growth into the growing Indian market. Existing SURFCAM customers in India can also look forward to receiving world-class support, training options via www.askmeengineers.com and manufacturing solutions from Sunidhi Technologies” “We are very excited to join Vero Software family in India”, says Nidhi Sanghavi of Sunidhi Technologies. “We have found SURFCAM to be the best, all-round CAM package for our customers in India. We are proud to represent both SURFCAM and Part Modeler in our country and also see this as a great opportunity to

Confirming that progressive support strategies offer business value to both PTC and its customers, PTC announced the company was named for the second consecutive year a “Top Ten Best Support Website” for 2014 by the Association of Support Professionals (ASP). This designation highlights the company’s commitment to deliver a global support program focused on the customer experience to build stronger relationships and provide real value that drives business success. PTC is delivering business value to its customers by re-engineering its Global Support program to move beyond a traditional software sales and maintenance transaction to one that helps its customers meet four key challenges: Keeping ahead of their competition by delivering high quality products on time Delivering software releases that are stable and reliable Controlling costs by creating products that minimize the need for customization Reducing security threats to intellectual property. According to Monica Schnitger, president of market research firm Schnitger Corp., “PTC realizes that getting their

Mentor Graphics Corporation announced its new membership in the German-based European Centre for Power Electronics (ECPE), a European consortium focused on the research, education, technology transfer, and promotion of power electronics globally.  Mentor Graphics is the only electronic design automation (EDA) company represented in this industry-driven research network, comprised of over 150 organizations (75 companies and 76 institutions).  Mentor Graphics was selected as an ECPE member due to its unique expertise in both thermal simulation and test solutions including electronic components power cycling for reliability prediction, as evidenced by its recently announced MicReD® Industrial Power Tester 1500A technology. The key initiatives of the ECPE are to provide global research on power electronics systems; educate the ECPE member network and electronic engineering industry on advancements via workshops and tutorials; and serve as the “unified voice” for the European power electronics industry.  In contributing to the ECPE, Mentor Graphics will focus on its

“Built for It”, The Caterpillar Service Information Solution Mike Perez, Strategic Projects and Services Manager, Technical Information Solutions, Caterpillar Inc. Caterpillar has built its name on providing unmatched service to its customers throughout the product lifecycle. Technical information is the foundation for building customer loyalty and enables harvesting of the aftermarket. “Built for It”, The Caterpillar Service Information Solution presentation will provide attendees with a view into the Caterpillar technical information service model, the associated challenges faced in supporting over 3 million machines and engines with an average age of almost 20 years, and provide insight into some of the unique demands of Service Lifecycle Management (SLM).

New Age Collaboration and Design John Mannisto, Director of Engineering, Simulation-Based Design, Whirlpool Corporation Global companies need to use their size to their advantage. Drawing on the best of our global teams and their collective knowledge is essential, and we need to provide the tools and promote the behaviors that can make this happen. Social media is outpacing corporate collaboration, and we need to pay attention. Facebook and Twitter have taught us that if you provide fun, intuitive tools, people like to socialize. If we can leverage this behavior in the work place, collaboration will thrive. Our internal experiment, Whirlpool Commons, is discussed, including some of the more interesting sources of inspiration (hint: they grew up with cell phones in their pockets).

Mike Perez, Strategic Projects and Services Manager, Technical Information Solutions, Caterpillar Inc. Mike Perez is the Strategic Projects and Services Manager for Technical Information Solutions at Caterpillar. Mike and his team are responsible for the management of Caterpillar’s Technical Information Transformation which is a joint development project with PTC to migrate, develop, and implement an integrated off-the shelf solution for technical information authoring, management, delivery, and access, replacing Caterpillar’s legacy solution. Mike is also responsible for operational support of the current technical information delivery system, media delivery, and Caterpillar’s Translation Services. Over his 28 year career at Caterpillar Mike has worked globally in the areas of Product Support and New Product Development supporting Caterpillar’s Dealer Network and customers. Mike holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois.