Position Papers

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has announced the main release version QUINDOS 2020.1 of the most powerful metrology software for special geometries and the most flexible solution for measuring tasks ranging from standard inspection to complex powertrain applications. In this latest release, QUINDOS breaks new ground in program creation by integrating a number of innovative features. The new option Inspection Planning with PMIs (Product Manufacturing Information) enables QUINDOS to automate part program creation by importing GD&T information and dimensions from native 3D CAD models. QUINDOS interprets the metrology-relevant information from the 3D data and automatically associates the resulting features with the measurement and evaluation methods. Pre-defined tool/sensor configurations are automatically assigned to the characteristics. An intuitive editor allows the operator to adjust the measurement scope, sequence, and strategy as required. Missing dimensions can be added using an interactive tool which can also be applied to standardised CAD models. Information on the

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has announced the main release version QUINDOS 2020.1 of the most powerful metrology software for special geometries and the most flexible solution for measuring tasks ranging from standard inspection to complex powertrain applications. In this latest release, QUINDOS breaks new ground in program creation by integrating a number of innovative features. The new option Inspection Planning with PMIs (Product Manufacturing Information) enables QUINDOS to automate part program creation by importing GD&T information and dimensions from native 3D CAD models. QUINDOS interprets the metrology-relevant information from the 3D data and automatically associates the resulting features with the measurement and evaluation methods. Pre-defined tool/sensor configurations are automatically assigned to the characteristics. An intuitive editor allows the operator to adjust the measurement scope, sequence, and strategy as required. Missing dimensions can be added using an interactive tool which can also be applied to standardised CAD models. Information on the

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has announced the main release version QUINDOS 2020.1 of the most powerful metrology software for special geometries and the most flexible solution for measuring tasks ranging from standard inspection to complex powertrain applications. In this latest release, QUINDOS breaks new ground in program creation by integrating a number of innovative features. The new option Inspection Planning with PMIs (Product Manufacturing Information) enables QUINDOS to automate part program creation by importing GD&T information and dimensions from native 3D CAD models. QUINDOS interprets the metrology-relevant information from the 3D data and automatically associates the resulting features with the measurement and evaluation methods. Pre-defined tool/sensor configurations are automatically assigned to the characteristics. An intuitive editor allows the operator to adjust the measurement scope, sequence, and strategy as required. Missing dimensions can be added using an interactive tool which can also be applied to standardised CAD models. Information on the

Infor announced at a customer signing ceremony in Bangkok that Thai seafood manufacturer and distributor Pataya Food Group has chosen to partner with Infor on its digitalization plan. The food giant will leverage Infor CloudSuite Food & Beverage (F&B), Infor OSand Infor Birst across its subsidiary companies and help accelerate business growth and drive Pataya Food Group’s expansion into global markets. The solution will be implemented by channel partner Lawson Software. Pataya Food Group is the leading shelf-stable seafood manufacturer and distributor in Thailand, based on the principle that consistent quality assures success. This commitment to quality has become recognized internationally. Apart from brands such as Nautilus, Sea Crown, Mongkut Talay and Regalos, its original equipment manufacturing (OEM) business has also established itself as supplying best-quality products. When the project is rolled out, Pataya Food Group will be able to streamline operations in production and distribution, optimising inventory management and supply chains with next-generation intelligent analytics. The

MAC, the German trousers specialist, has selected Centric Software’s Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution. Centric Software provides the most innovative enterprise solutions to fashion, retail, footwear, outdoor, luxury, consumer goods and home décor companies to achieve strategic and operational digital transformation goals. Founded in 1973 Wald/Rossbach near Regensburg, Germany, MAC’s aim is to offer the perfect pair of trousers that are on-trend, high-quality and good value. MAC is one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of both men’s and women’s trousers, selling more than 6 million pairs of trousers every year. MAC decided to implement a PLM solution to make product development processes faster and more secure in the face of increasing business complexity. “Our goal is to migrate from Excel-driven product development to a database-oriented approach with a single source of truth at our fingertips,” says Eveline Schoenleber, Managing Director at MAC. “We want to establish a product development workflow for

Infor announced that leading Italian tile manufacturer IRIS Ceramica Group has selected an Infor enterprise software suite based around Infor M3 as part of a digital transformation designed to boost productivity, performance and service to customers. The suite incorporates enterprise resource planning (ERP), product lifecycle management (PLM) specific for the fashion industry, enterprise asset management (EAM) and analytics capabilities (Birst). The Infor platform will help to expedite product development from design through production, facilitating increased innovation at the design- and quality-focused tile company. The enhanced reporting tools will facilitate full data integration and real-time analytics from across all departments, plants and subsidiaries. IRIS Ceramica Group selected Infor based on its partnership approach and industry vertical expertise, as well as the scalability and industry-specific capabilities of the platform. As part of IRIS’ digital transformation strategy, the solution will accelerate processes, allow the organisation to get closer to customers and lead the way in demonstrating

Tata Consultancy Services won the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s 2019 Citizens Award in the category of Best Commitment to Education Program for its Ignite My Future in School (IMFIS) program. The Annual Citizens Awards program recognizes the most innovative and impactful corporate citizenship initiatives, from disaster relief to economic empowerment, health and wellness to education, and corporate stewardship through business with purpose. For 20 years, it has illustrated how businesses lead the charge in creating innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. “We are honored to be recognized for the transformative impact that our Ignite My Future in School program has had on U.S. education,” said Balaji Ganapathy, Head, Workforce Effectiveness, TCS. “We are dedicated to building on the program’s success to provide every educator, student and school system access to the transdisciplinary resources that drive computational thinking – the foundational skill for 21st century careers.” The IMFIS program, offered free of

Mastercam, CAD/CAM software developed by CNC Software, Inc., is pleased to announce a development in its relationship with SAE International. In the past, Mastercam has provided free software and support to teams participating with SAE. Now, Mastercam has formalized a sponsorship of Formula SAE (FSAE) and Baja SAE to support these programs as an official equipment supplier for participating student teams. With the sponsorship, FSAE and Baja SAE teams gain free access to Mastercam 2020 for a full year, along with technical support. “Mastercam is excited for the opportunity to be a sponsor of SAE International’s Collegiate Design Series and Baja SAE competitions,” says Carter MacCoy, Educational Programs Specialist. “These competitions prepare engineering students for future employment in mobility-related industries by challenging them with a hands-on, team experience that includes design and manufacturing. For years, we have proudly sponsored the local University of Connecticut FSAE team and some team members