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Software training firm Infinite Skills Inc. this week introduced its "SolidWorks 2014 Training Bundle," a collected version of the company's training in this unique and powerful program for designing and modeling mechanical engineering projects. SolidWorks is a leading program in 3D computer aided design (CAD) and is used by 2 million engineers and designers worldwide. The program uses a parametric, feature-based assembly system for building mechanical models, allowing users to create and assemble parts into an overall design. Infinite Skills' SolidWorks 2014 Training Bundle combines the training offered in the introductory course with its advanced courses dedicated to the mastery of specific toolsets within the SolidWorks feature set. Author Dean Kerste is a college professor with more than a decade of experience in industrial design and more than twenty years experience as a professor of mechanical design technology. Kerste began his career as a draftsman, detailing large industrial combustion systems for power generation

CCE announced the immediate availability of CAT5Works-Lite and EnSuite, with significant updates and enhancements. EnSuite, a standalone product to view and translate 3D CAD data and to provide quick access to critical engineering information residing in CAD files has been updated to support reading of CATIA V5-6R2014 documents and exporting of CATIA V5-6R2014, SOLIDWORKS 2011 and NX8 formats. "A large number of our customers use EnSuite to collaborate across the extended enterprise," said Vinay Wagle, CCE's V.P. of Sales and Marketing. "Based on user feedback, we've enhanced EnSuite's batch translator option to support specification of translator file list through a text file, as well as improved the model appearance by allowing users to set transparency to faces and bodies." With this new release, EnSuite can be used to automate translation of large volume files with minimal training, and eliminate the costs of purchasing expensive CAD licenses to work with multiCAD data. EnSuite supports

Aspen Technology, Inc. announces Version 8.6 of aspenONE software. The latest AspenTech software addresses Oil, Gas, Chemicals, and Engineering & Construction (E&C) companies’ challenge to design and operate safe plants, and to accurately estimate project costs – from concept to construction – under tight deadlines. aspenONE engineering V8.6 includes: Activated Dynamics Analysis– Dynamic modeling of compressors is a high value task requiring both expertise and experience. Version 8.6 of Aspen HYSYS software automates dynamic modeling with a single button click to speed up model setup and enable more process engineers to perform compressor operability screening. All companies operating compressors, especially those processing gas in upstream and midstream, will benefit from better flow assurance and reduced maintenance cost. No similar capability is available in the market. Expanded pressure safety valve design and rating in Aspen Plus and Aspen HYSYS makes the aspenONE solution more comprehensive. In V8.6 new fire analysis scenario calculations - accounting for

MSC Software Corporation announced that Scotrenewables Tidal Power Ltd (SRTP) based in The Orkney Islands, has used MSC Nastran and Patran with Laminate Modeler to design and analyze the rotor blade of the largest tidal turbine in the world today. Founded in 2002, Scotrenewables Tidal Power Ltd (SRTP) is committed to delivering cost effective renewable power to satisfy current and future energy requirements worldwide with the design and production of floating tidal stream and run-of-river-turbines. With their latest innovation, the SR250 converter, the company created an award-winning patented hydrokinetic energy converter, designed to convert energy from tidal streams and river currents where they are strongest but also closest to the surface. The next step into the future is the design and development of a larger turbine more suited for tidal array deployment. The next generation turbine - the SR2000 - will reach a rated power of 2MW at 3m/s making it one of the most powerful tidal turbines

Elysium Inc., was recently approved as a certified JT bi-directional translation provider for the Daimler Supply Chain. Elysium now provides Daimler AG with the official CATIA V5 to NX translation tool within the automaker’s PLM2015 project. The JT format is a leading standard within the world of 3D data sharing. JT file version 9.5 is specified by Daimler as one of the approved delivery formats for supplier data collaboration. Elysium’s JT translator can be integrated into the SWAN portal, which helps facilitate supplier integration and, specifically, the exchange of high-fidelity geometry in support of supplier Multi-CAD environments. “Supply chains continue to rely on multiple in-house CAD/CAE programs and struggle to meet the native-to-native interoperability preferences of their different OEM clients,” says Ken Tashiro, vice president of Elysium Inc. “As world markets see new, innovative partnerships born, even among old competitors, the modeling data that these OEM-supplier alliances create must move quickly and

Dan Post Boot Company has implemented the Centric 8 product lifecycle management (PLM) solution from Centric Software, Inc. Dan Post Boot Company markets and distributes men's, women's and children's footwear. According to Frank Murphy, vice president of sourcing at Dan Post Boot, the company uses the Centric 8 PLM software to improve its product development process by eliminating reliance on spreadsheets and e-mail for communications. “Centric 8 provides ‘a single version of the truth’ about our products and so removes confusion, reduce data entry duplication and errors, and compresses product design and development schedules.” Dan Post Boots also capitalizes on up-to-date, accurate product information for better sourcing and negotiations, Murphy says. Management, planners, marketing, designers, technical designers, quality management and materials management teams at Dan Post Boots will be using Centric 8. Dan Post Boot’s 17 external suppliers, located in Mexico, China, India, and Vietnam also will use the PLM software, improving the company’s collaboration

Autodesk, Inc. Chief Financial Officer Mark Hawkins, will present at the Bank of America Global Technology Conference in San Francisco, California, on Tuesday, June 3 at 2:05 p.m. Pacific Time. A live webcast, replay and podcast of the presentations will be available through Autodesk's Investor Relations Website at www.autodesk.com/investors. Please go to the Website at least 15 minutes early to register, download and install any necessary software. For more information, please call Autodesk Investor Relations at 415-507-6705.

CoreTech System Co., Ltd. (Moldex3D), celebrated the grand opening of a new Moldex3D office in Bangkok, Thailand on May 23, 2014. Company officials were joined by guests from Thailand’s NSTDA (National Science and Technology Development Agency), Moldex3D’s valued customers, alliance partners, and VAR (Valued-Added Reseller) members.  Moldex3D was delighted to have representatives from their partners, NSTDA and Siemens PLM Software to give presentations on the collaborative projects and joint ventures with Moldex3D at the Open House event. Moldex3D received warm support and positive feedback from the Open House guests, and many guests stated that they were pleased to see Moldex3D’s physical presence in the Thai market, and were looking forward to having more in-depth collaborations with Moldex3D team in the near future. It is Moldex3D’s core mission to partner with Thai elite members in both academic world and the leading companies in the industry in aim of advancing our technical solutions

Applied Software, a service provider of design technology optimization and a Platinum Partner Reseller for Autodesk® design software for architects, engineers, construction owners and manufacturing facilities, partnered up with Tekni Group in aiding design and manufacturing engineers looking to move towards an integrated manufacturing solution. With expertise in the manufacturing industry, both companies are uniquely positioned to deliver workflow enhancement that improve efficiency across the entire manufacturing process – from concept through production.  "Applied Software is extremely excited to have Tekni as our CAM (Computer-Aided Machining) partner.  This partnership will allow us to bring the level of expertise not currently available to our Southeastern-based client base," said Mark Wagasky, Vice President of Sales of Applied Software. Tekni Group's President & CEO, Vern Heyer commented, "We are very excited to have signed Applied Software as a reseller for the Autodesk Integrated CAM products. In their 30 years, they have a built a solid and stellar reputation, both in

First Module of the 2014 PLM MAR Report Series ANN ARBOR, Michigan, 28 May 2014—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global PLM strategic management consulting and research firm announces the release of the CIMdata 2014 Executive PLM Market Report. This report provides an executive-level view of CIMdata’s comprehensive analysis of the PLM market, with summary charts on the overall market and on specific PLM solution segments (including the chart below). It also includes perspectives on current trends in the PLM industry and how they may affect current suppliers and investments. PLM Market Sector Sizes in 2013 (US$ Millions) Based on CIMdata estimates, the PLM market grew 4.8% in 2013 to $35 billion. “The PLM market started strongly in 2013, and then growth tailed off in the second half of the year, replicating the performance of 2012,” according to Stan Przybylinski, CIMdata’s Vice President of Research, “The segment growth rates were much lower in 2013 than in