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 PDF Key takeaways: The CAM software market is seeing strong growth, especially in integrated CAD/CAM solutions with feature-based programming and knowledge-based machining technology An integrated CAD/CAM solution allows the design and manufacturing models to become one and automates the CNC programming process to eliminate bottlenecks CAMWorks for Solid Edge uses associative knowledge-based machining to leverage Synchronous Technology from Siemens PLM Software CAMWorks bridges a technology gap by providing high-end CAM capabilities to the mid-range CAD/CAM market Introduction CIMdata has tracked the CAM software market for over 20 years. While it has had ebbs and flows over the years, there seems to be a renewed interest in CAM technology. The market has seen strong growth since 2009, achieving 10% growth in 2012. The driving forces behind the growth include: Growth in Machine Tool Investments—In the recent past, companies have made sizeable investments in machine tools to remain competitive in global markets and significant ROI is expected Investor Pressures—Modern investors

Solibri announced the latest software release for Solibri Model Checker (SMC). With version 9.1, Solibri has focused on the core values of continuous improvement and fresh innovation. There are a host of new features for enhanced communication and information sharing, based upon customer needs. This includes updates to markup, local/global coordinate stamps, and the option to add pictorial notes. In the Mark Up Tool, the Component Stamp and Coordinate Stamp allow the user fast and clear coordinate information on a selected point, or model element which is very useful on construction sites and during the design review process. You can now add notes and images within the model space, improving client presentations and information sharing within the project team. Additional features include support for add-ons in COBie and Area Calculation, including updates on IFC import, classification system and component location algorithms. A user now has more flexibility in the usage of classifications. Logical

Software training firm Infinite Skills Inc. last week introduced its "Mastering Autodesk Inventor - Configured Design Tutorial," an advanced course teaching the tools and techniques for using parametric intelligence to configure and re-use model data in the popular computer assisted design (CAD) program for mechanical engineers. Autodesk Inventor is 3D CAD software used to create, visualize, and simulate mechanical products. Inventor's toolset includes parametric intelligence, a system that allows users to re-use configured model data sets to facilitate and enhance various aspects of the design process. Infinite Skills Mastering Autodesk Inventor - Configured Design Tutorial demonstrates how to use these powerful tools known as iFeatures, which include parametric intelligence for parts, assemblies, and the iLogic toolset. An Inventor user since 1999, course author Adam Cooper is a career mechanical engineer designing primarily plastic installations in the automotive industry. He is also an accomplished trainer and a regular speaker at Autodesk University. He is

Gibbs and Associates today announced that DMG MORI has certified GibbsCAM to program all the MORI SEIKI mills, lathes and mill-turn machines that DMG MORI supports with their Manufacturing Suite Post Processor. Gibbs and Associates took a leadership role in the initiative to implement DMG MORI-APT. Certification indicates successful testing and proof by DMG MORI that customers can accurately post process, simulate, and execute GibbsCAM’s MORI-APT output for the DMG MORI series of mill, turn, and mill-turn machines, which include the NMV Series, NH(X) Series, NV(X) Series, NL(X) Series NT(X) Series and NT Series, without the need for custom post processors. This allows customers to immediately make their machines productive as soon as they are installed. Gibbs and Associates will continue to support all DMG MORI machines not yet supported with Manufacturing Suite, including all of the most capable and complex of the multi-tasking machines, with its own GibbsCAM post processors,

The number of companies who are choosing the Solair Platform is on the increase. Solair’s cloud-based platform is at the basis of the new PLM developed by DPT(http://www.dptcorporate.com (http://www.dptcorporate.com/)), a company that provides solutions for the CAD/PLM market. Power PLM, is the name of the new information management system that was created in order to offer DPT customers an easy to use, autonomous tool that is easy to configure and implement. The application consists of a set of tools, which are focused on the integration of all steps of the product lifecycle management process - from the birth of the idea, through the engineering and development of the product or service, to release, after-sales service and finally product retirement, enabling real-time, global collaboration irrespective of location and the device being used. DPT provides Power PLM as a service (SaaS): companies don’t have to worry about issues relating to company infrastructure to implement it. Hardware,

High performance digital design and simulation make a key contribution to innovation for all industry and service sectors and to increase the global quality of their products and their capacity for innovation. Today, these technologies are accessible also to SMEs, in particular thanks to “SaaS” offers. The TERATEC Forum, for its 9th edition next July, will focus on the diversity of digital simulation and high performance computing usages, in many industry segments, and particularly, their adoption in SMEs: plenary sessions, a program of technical and application workshops, an exhibition showcasing hardware, software and services, will illustrate, during 2 days, the latest evolutions of the field. THE PLENARY SESSIONS on Tuesday, July 1st, will report on the growing impact of HPC in many fields of industry and research and its role in major scientific and technological challenges. This day, which will include presentations by officials of Airbus, of the European platform ETP4HPC, of

The Program Committee members of one of the world’s largest conference on multiphysics simulation are delighted to invite engineers and researchers to submit abstracts to this year’s event. Selected papers, posters, and presentations will be featured at the 10th annual COMSOL Conference, an experience that has been bringing the engineering community together for a decade. The COMSOL Conference attracts more than 2,000 attendees around the globe and provides them with the chance to share their work and showcase the latest innovations in their fields. The conference focuses on advancing cross-discipline and multiphysics simulation by providing conference attendees with a multitude of hands-on minicourses, user presentations, and keynote talks from industry leaders. The conference also provides attendees with the chance to interact with the makers of COMSOL Multiphysics®. Conference Highlights Include Application-specific minicourse sessions taught by COMSOL specialists covering a wide array of disciplines Keynote talks from industry leaders and prominent researchers An exhibition showcasing products offered

SigmaTEK Systems LLC announces the opening of its newest global office. Located in Dortmund, Germany, SigmaNEST Systems GmbH will provide software sales, support, training and consulting services to fabricators throughout the region. SigmaTEK President & CEO, Ben TerreBlanche comments: “The German metal market ranks among the world’s leaders and the establishment of this new office provides an increased level of responsiveness that comes only with a local presence staffed by industry veterans. Additionally, SigmaNEST Systems GmbH will bring to bear the global resources, technical expertise, and leading software of SigmaTEK Systems. We are truly excited to have a stronger presence in Germany and look forward to providing the industry´s most powerful and advanced manufacturing process automation technology to our many customers in Germany.” SigmaNEST Systems GmbH CEO, Christoph Weber comments: “Integration of machine and software is the key to success in the cutting industry. SigmaNEST Systems GmbH delivers the ´Cockpit´ for managing

Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc. has launched the Vectorworks Design Scholarship program to recognize students around the world who are pursuing education as a means to build their skills and solve challenging design problems. Students across all design disciplines may submit their best work, created in any software program, and answer a few short questions to be considered for cash prizes up to $10,000 USD and other awards. “Students represent the next generation of creative potential, so we launched this program to help them achieve their professional goals,” said the company’s Chief Marketing Officer Stewart Rom. “The Vectorworks Design Scholarship gives us the opportunity to inspire young minds, remove some of the financial pressures associated with higher education and put into students’ hands the tools they need to develop their ideas from concept to completion.” The scholarship program supports promising students on two levels. First, Vectorworks Design Scholarships will be presented to multiple winners

The deadline for submissions to the second annual 2014 Altair Enlighten Award is drawing near. Submissions will only be accepted through Friday, May 23, 2014. The Enlighten Award, presented in collaboration with the Center for Automotive Research (CAR), is the automotive industry's only award program created specifically to acknowledge innovations in vehicle lightweighting. The award winner will be announced on the first day of the 2014 CAR Management Briefing Seminars (MBS) taking place Aug. 4-7 in Traverse City, Michigan. "We are excited to see the broad range of solutions that vehicle manufacturers and suppliers are creating to meet their weight and performance goals," said David Mason, Senior Vice President, Global Automotive for Altair. "Last year's award was met with great enthusiasm throughout the automotive industry and demonstrated some highly innovative uses of simulation and optimization technologies along with new advancements in processes and materials." The Altair Enlighten Award aims to recognize achievements