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Custom Manufacturing Software provides ERP and job planning.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:55 -0500

With WorkPLAN Enterprise v3 and MyWorkPlan v3, users can control costs and prepare quotations with accuracy. Programs can link to WorkNC automatic CAM system to determine project part machining times, as well as WorkXPlore 3D collaborative viewer for CAD file analysis and sharing. Standard in WorkPLAN Enterprise and optional in MyWorkPLAN, quality control capabilities include monitoring of scheduled maintenance and recalibration of inspection and measuring equipment.

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Dental Component Machining Software adds 5-axis options.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:23 -0500

DentMILL knowledge-based machining system simplifies programming for manufacture of dental bars, implant bridges, and customized abutments. It enables use of multithreading technology to minimize calculation times for users with multiprocessor computers. Based on PowerMILL CAM system, program accepts data from any dental design system or scanner capable of exporting data in STL format. It can also output machining toolpaths to any CNC machine.

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Manufacturing Intelligence Software expands reporting capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:37:57 -0500

Proficy® DataMart v2.0 offers real-time enterprise reporting platform for all manufacturing intelligence within Proficy Plant Applications and expands ad-hoc reporting capabilities at plant and enterprise levels. Offering critical, production-centric information to knowledge users, solution may be used with existing BI and Data Warehouse solutions. KPI roll-ups and drill-downs integrate data across multiple machines, lines, and sites.

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Data Historian Software targets manufacturing environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:35:36 -0500

Catalyst PDC integrates with manufacturers existing equipment and systems in order to provide centralized data storage with connectivity to variety of equipment, devices, databases, and communications and messaging protocols. It provides real-time data collection in addition to data analysis. Context-aware program can be configured with store and forward capability to locally store data while concurrently communicating with centralized storage server as it is available to process data.

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Off-line Programming Software targets SMT machines.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:41:04 -0500

Designed for LS, LE, and CS automated SMT pick-and-place machines, SMTrue Run Optimize incorporates Universal CAD Translator with off-line job and feeder set-up, programming, optimization, and management. Program converts industry standard, text delimited CAD files into machine-friendly component, location, and orientation database. Manufacturing engineers, operations managers, or production managers can operate in off-line mode, while machine operators are completing production runs.

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Die Sort Classification Software helps find product defects.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:40:57 -0500

Discover Fast Review and Die Sort Classification Software eases review of backend manufacturing defects detected by NSX® Series automated macro defect inspection system. Program automatically classifies defects, on-line or off-line, through various analytical operations, and distinguishes nuisance defects that do not impact yield from those that require further off-line investigation. Once classified, defects can be selected for review and image capture.

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3D Engineering Software delivers multi-CAD formats for XVL applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:32:51 -0500

Developed using Adobe® 3D OEM platform, Lattice3D Dataway delivers multiple 3D CAD data files directly into Lattice XVL® Studio and Lattice3D Reporter applications. Once 3D data is in XVL, it can be used for digital mockup activities as well as in accelerated creation of 3D technical documents for downstream manufacturing disciplines. Data can be saved into common document formats - PDF, XVL, Excel, HTML - as required by user.

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Event Management Software ensures procedural compliance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 08:32:01 -0500

By automating critical event detection and responding with execution of Action Plans, Catalyst xM ensures compliance to standard operating procedures. Action Plans consist of logical sequence of actions manufacturers define to optimally respond to occurrence of critical event. Integrating with manufacturer's existing equipment and systems, program offers open connectivity to variety of equipment, devices, databases, and communications and messaging protocols.

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Software optimizes 3D design and profile cutting.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:33:26 -0500

With Lantek Flex3D Profiles, users can design any type of standard profile and provide 3D simulation of head movement of machine, profiles, and machining operations of every tool. System then generates NC files to send directly to machine adapted to suit control of any profile or tube cutter. From manufacturing operations module in Lantek Expert III, user can run specific jobs, import DSTV files, produce quotations, and manage status of steel sheets, profiles, and tubes in real time.

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Software facilitates continuous improvement of operations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:40:03 -0500

With C-Suite, users can determine how well manufacturing operation is running against best possible performance. Program identifies, quantifies, and prioritizes performance improvement opportunities; reports expected increases in cash flow and profit; and integrates improvements into existing management and information technology systems to ensure sustainability. Software includes Cash Flow Optimizer, Inventory Optimizer, Flow Optimizer, and Cycle Time Analyzer applications.

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Machining Software supports 5-axis simultaneous milling.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 08:43:58 -0500

Used for programming CNC mills, lathes, WireEDMs, turn-mill centers, and Swiss-type lathes, PartMaker v2010 includes features for optimized visualization of thread whirling, 2½-axis milling functionality, and programming of complex parts. Direct interface option to PowerMILL is offered for all complex 5-axis machining strategies supported by PowerMILL, including blade and blisk machining, as well as sophisticated 3-axis strategies. Various other milling strategies are also included.

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Quality Instrument supports lean manufacturing process.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 08:28:49 -0500

Featuring baseline reference library of characteristic spectra for common resins and compounds, RAPID-ID(TM) can analyze and identify most types and grades of industrial plastics, even through transparent packages and glass containers. Open architecture lets each user create library specific to their needs, lending to accurate identification and verification of raw and recycled plastics. Uses range from verifying incoming materials to meeting regulatory compliance requirements.

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CAM Software uses SolidWorks interface.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:32:51 -0500

By using familiar interface of SolidWorks to implement features set of VisualMILL CAM software, VisualMILL for SolidWorks gives users single-window integration. Program includes full model associability to generate 2½-axis, 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis indexed tool paths for high-speed machining.

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File Conversion Software changes 3D CAD data into XVL v10.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:32:51 -0500

Available as both plug-ins to 3D CAD seats or as stand-alone processors, XVL Converter v6.0 applications seamlessly convert 3D CAD data into XVL format, which enables 3D data to become immediately usable and flexible for downstream uses, and compact enough to be distributed around dispersed or global manufacturing operation. XVL v10 can compress 3D CAD data to 0.5% of original size, allowing anyone in manufacturing supply chain to view and understand complex 3D CAD data.

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CAD Software delivers interactive 3D data in Excel spreadsheets.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:32:46 -0500

Lattice3D Reporter v3.0 provides interactive 3D product design data in Excel spreadsheets, which also contain list data such as work instructions, assembly processes, parts lists, and other manufacturing data. By clicking on listed part, related 3D part will be displayed and can be viewed, rotated, cross-sectioned, and measured. Software supports XVL v10 format and can compress 3D CAD data to 0.5% of original size. It also includes optimized display and buffering options.

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Manufacturing Software drives profitability in global economy.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:34:27 -0500

Extending operational benefits of advanced process control and performance management to plant processes, aspenONE V7 Manufacturing and Supply Chain provides guided workflows, which enable engineers to build, test, and deploy multiple control applications. Program also extends integrated refinery planning and scheduling solution to entire petroleum supply chain, allowing integrated oil companies to optimize decisions and visualize impact across petroleum supply chain.

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Manufacturing Software helps build lean manufacturing through 3D data.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:27:53 -0500

XVL® Studio v8.1 enables accelerated and automated design review, digital mockup, motion simulation, manufacturing process instruction creation, process design, 3D parts list creation, and illustrations direct from 3D data. Used as stand-alone application or within integrated environments (ERP, MES, PLM, PDM), it delivers tools needed by manufacturers who build lean manufacturing through 3D data. Specific features, among others, include geometry difference detection and XVL v10 support.

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Manufacturing Software delivers lean production control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:25:05 -0500

Designed to control and track discrete manufacturing operations, Proficy® Tracker v8.0 helps companies realize lean initiatives by managing execution of orders and related flow of materials. Program helps manage inventory, schedule resources in real-time, and control routing of material. It provides ability to not only track real-time location of orders on production floor, but can also be configured to perform routing logic to control movement of product throughout manufacturing facility.

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CAD Software brings digital fabrication to Autodesk environment.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 08:22:43 -0500

Powered by Autodesk technology, VisionREZ v7 creates Building Information Model for development of 3D models, 2D construction documents, framing, graphic renderings, and BOM deliverables. Bridging gap between architectural and manufacturing industries, program lets users export VisionREZ architectural model to ITW BCG manufacturing solutions for structural modeling. Manufacturing-ready structural data can then be imported back into original VisionREZ architectural DWG file.

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Software Suite enhances board manufacturing processes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 22 May 2009 08:26:45 -0500

Verification and Traceability enables effective process control and workflow support through proactive verification of product file settings and traceability to board level. By verifying product file settings, manufacturing is only driven by approved parameters and consumables. System can be configured to halt process, generate warning, or record data. Linking verification data with individual board identity upon entry to print platform, suite delivers fully inline traceability scanning.

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