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Surfcam, Inc is pleased to announce the release of Surfcam Part Modeler 2014 R2. This new release introduces additional features and improvements driven by Part Modeler customers around the world, further enhancing its ability to bring together multiple CAD formats and prepare design models for manufacture. Part Modeler has impressed SURFCAM customers who are using this easy-to-use solid modeling solution in their shop. Albert Norman of Valley Fabrication in Salinas, California was delighted to learn how quickly he was able to pick up and learn Part Modeler. “Part Modeler is the software tool I use when receiving CAD models from our engineering department”, says Norman. “It gives me the flexibility to import most any CAD format which is necessary when receiving part models I need to manipulate for our manufacturing processes. I don’t have to rely on our engineers to make the changes we need to make for the shop floor. The

Delcam has launched the 2014 R2 release of its DentMILL software for the milling of dental implant restorations.  The new version provides a new mechanism for receiving parts from Delcam’s OrderManager system, more control when using multi-holder fixtures and new options for non-uniform scaling of items.  Smaller enhancements include improved library management and easier set-up for 3+2 machining. DentMILL is an open dental CAM solution, which can mill all types of restoration, including crowns, bridges and implants, from all major dental CAD systems on the market.  It is based on Delcam’s award-winning PowerMILL software for high-speed and five-axis machining, and includes advanced strategies to mill restorations in any material from PMMA to titanium. DentMILL is linked to Delcam’s OrderManager workflow management software so that the new part library is updated automatically once a new order is received.  OrderManager then manages the whole process from the initial order through to manufacturing and final

Hobbyists, makers and DIY crafters can now make Autodesk 123D projects using the Cricut Explore™ machine, the recently announced design-and-cut system. The content partnership will enable users to make 3D projects at a fraction of the cost and time compared to traditional 3D printers. Cricut announced today that Autodesk is its first technology partner in Cricut Design Space™, online design software for Cricut Explore. Autodesk and Cricut collaborated to offer a series of Make it Now™ Projects ranging from a 3D brachiosaurus to a DIY smartphone stand. The projects will be available for purchase online in Cricut Design Spacewww.cricut.com/autodesk online (link) at prices from $1.99 to $3.99. Leveraging the slicing technology of Autodesk 123D Make, Cricut® users can cut and assemble the 3D projects within a couple of minutes. With the Cricut Explore machine, makers can easily and precisely cut more than 50 materials for their projects, ranging from paper, chipboard and wood veneer to

Huayu Automotive Systems Co. Ltd. (HASCO), a leading automotive components supplier in China, has selected Siemens’ Teamcenter® software as its digital product lifecycle management (PLM) platform. The new system is expected to help HASCO enhance its design innovation, improve production efficiency and streamline supply chain management. "Siemens is a leading global provider of PLM solutions and has extensive experience in the automotive industry with impressive achievements in digital manufacturing,” said Mr. Xun Yizhong, the Vice General Manager of HASCO. “We are delighted to be working with Siemens to implement an integrated digital PLM platform and learn more about industry best practices from a global market standpoint to assist us in building our own R&D system and platform for automotive components. We hope this partnership will pave the way for HASCO’s transformation and future development, further increasing HASCO’s competitive edge on a global level.” Today’s announcement will foster long-term cooperation between HASCO and

Centric Software, Inc., signed a contract with STF Group S.A., its first product lifecycle management (PLM) software customer in Latin America. STF Group, a corporate leader in the design and manufacturing of women’s clothing, is headquartered, and operates its Studio F and ELA brands, in Yumbo, Colombia. STF Group will use the Centric 8 PLM software to improve processes and sustain growth in its retail sales, clothing, footwear, luxury and consumer goods departments. “The company is growing rapidly and anticipates increasing the number of retail stores that it operates by almost 50 percent during the next three years,” says Myriam Silva, vice president of STF Group. In 2014 alone, STF Group expects to open stores in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru and the United States. Beyond expansion of its retail operations, STF Group’s growth plans include e-commerce and the introduction of a new range of products. A specialist

Aras® today announced that UK-based Aveillant Ltd, the sole provider of Holographic Radar™ for the aviation industry, has selected the Aras solution suite for enterprise PLM. The breadth, flexibility and ease-of-use inherent in the Aras Innovator® platform make it ideal for Aveillant, as the company pursues a strategy that hinges on streamlined collaboration, end-to-end product information tracking, regulatory compliance and safety. Aveillant will implement Aras and the Minerva Electronic PLM solution to unify all product-related data, from engineering designs and changes to part and serial number tracking for post-sales support operations. “As we deliver new products into the highly regulated aviation industry it is critical that we have a rigorous yet flexible system to manage product configuration,” said Tim Quilter, Engineering Director of Aveillant. “The Minerva Electronic PLM solution based on Aras Innovator brings us the widest breadth of functionality designed for complex products combining electronics and mechanics, and it can

Cimatron Limited today announced that live machining demonstrations powered by CimatronE will be held at the Metalloobrabotka trade fair in Moscow, Russia (June 16-20, 2014). CimatronE provides integrated design and NC programming solutions for mold and die makers and manufacturers of discrete parts. "Cimatron has been serving the Russian aerospace, automotive and mechanical industries for over 20 years," said Mr Ira Bareket, Cimatron's VP Sales and Marketing. "The NC programming capabilities of CimatronE, from 2.5-axis to 5-axis, continue to ensure that Russian manufacturers are able to successfully machine all part types in minimum time while maximizing both quality and efficiency. "Meeting the exacting needs of our customers, CimatronE 12 provides short engineering setup time, safe and efficient toolpaths, a careful balance between automation and manual control, confident machining with high level simulation, and post processors for any machines and controllers." In addition to the CimatronE display at the Bee-Pitron booth (pavilion 7, hall 3, booth B20), live

CADsoft Consulting, Inc., is hosting an Autodesk 2015 Solutions Seminar with special guest presenter, Lynn Allen, Autodesk Technical Evangelist. The seminars will take place on June 12, 2014 in Albuquerque, NM and June 13, 2015 in Phoenix, AZ, where attendees have the opportunity to learn about Autodesk 2015 solutions. Lynn is presenting, “Getting the most out of AutoCAD 2015" where she takes attendees through a tour of the latest features, throw in some tips and tricks, and introduce other products in the AutoCAD Design Suite that will help take designs to the next level. In addition to Lynn’s presentation, CADsoft Consulting industry experts and popular contributing CADsoft bloggers, Nick Harper and Patrick Villella are presenting to infrastructure and building attendees. Nick is offering “What’s New with Autodesk Infrastructure Design Suite”, and “Integrating Autodesk InfraWorks 360 and Autodesk Vehicle Tracking” to optimize project performance from design to field. Patrick is offering “What’s New with

Lectra is pleased to announce the nomination of Karen Elalouf as Managing Director for France. A true transnational company, Lectra has, for the last 40 years, developed privileged relationships with its customers in more than 100 countries by contributing to their operational excellence, be it in fashion and apparel, automotive, furniture or a wide variety of other industries. “Accelerating our growth in France, our home market where we have over 80% market share in the fashion industry, is strategic for Lectra. Our customers today are undergoing profound changes. We are committed to supporting them in the transformation of their business models. Karen’s business and project management skills, gained at large technology groups and at the biggest French and international companies, is a major asset for Lectra and its customers,” said Daniel Harari, Lectra CEO. "One of the specificities of the French fashion market is that it encompasses a multitude of companies, from large

The Infosys Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Vishal Sikka as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director (CEO & MD) of the company. Dr. Sikka will be inducted as a whole-time director of the Board and CEO & MD (Designate) on June 14, 2014. He will take over as CEO & MD from Mr. S. D. Shibulal on August 1, 2014. The Board has also elevated Mr. U.B. Pravin Rao, President and whole-time director, as Chief Operating Officer, with effect from June 14, 2014. Dr. Vishal Sikka was, until recently, a member of the Executive Board of SAP AG, leading all products and driving innovation globally. He has worked closely with leaders of global companies in building breakthrough business solutions. At SAP, he was responsible for all products, from traditional and cloud-based applications to technology and platform products including HANA, analytics, mobile and middleware. In addition,