Rapidform, Inc., and Metris USA announce that they have entered into an agreement wherein Metris will offer Rapidform 3D scanning software with Metris' range of 3D scanning systems. Metris is offering Rapidform XOR, XOS and XOV software tools for creating CAD models from 3D scan data and performing dimensional inspection based on scan and probing data, enhancing Metris' position as a world-class metrology solutions provider.

Martin Chader, Rapidform's Vice President of Business Development stated, "We are delighted that a solutions provider with Metris' stature sees the value in the Rapidform product line. For example, many Metris customers want to create editable CAD models from scan data. Rapidform XOR, our 3rd generation reverse engineering software, is uniquely suited to create SolidWorks, Pro/Engineer, UG NX, Parasolid, STEP and IGES CAD models directly from scan data. Metris' customers are already experiencing one of the promises of 3rd generation CAD modeling: time savings. XOR creates parametric CAD models directly from scan data, avoiding the labor-intensive steps of creating a water-tight mesh, and then a NURBS model before any CAD modeling can even be started." Chader added "Of course, if the customer only needs a mesh or surface model, Rapidform offers XOS at a value point that the competition has been unable to match." Read here.

To support its new generation ERP system, WorkPLAN Enterprise, Sescoi has gone live with a dedicated website www.workplan-enterprise.com which provides in depth information about the capabilities and benefits of the new software.

WorkPLAN Enterprise is a comprehensive management system developed for custom manufacturers such as mold and die makers, and companies producing special machines, prototypes and patterns. It gives extensive control and up to the minute information without the complexity normally associated with ERP

The website explains in detail how the software covers all aspects of the business including quotations, sales, planning and 'what if' simulation, purchasing, time management, quality compliance and key performance reporting. The site also helps companies to understand how ERP can help a business to flourish by increasing the accuracy of quotations, costing, and performance information, which will in turn have a direct impact on the levels of profitable business won, and margins achieved. White papers on the site provide an in depth look at different aspects of ERP, and factors such as specialized knowledge, modularity and maintenance which need to be considered when choosing a system for a particular industry. Read More

In the late eighties, CNC programming of complex components was a difficult and lengthy process. This was when Bruno Marko, CEO and Gerard Billard, R&D Innovation Manager, the driving forces behind Sescoi, pioneered the development of a new, reliable and automatic 3-axis CAM system, which led to the launch of WorkNC in 1988.

Over the years, Sescoi has stuck to the original philosophy behind WorkNC : to speed up toolpath calculations, ensure optimum reliability to facilitate machining directly into hard materials, and maximize ease of use so that programming can be carried out on the shop floor. Automation is a theme which runs throughout the development history of the software. According to Bruno Marko, "WorkNC's aim has always been to be the closest thing possible to 'single-button' CAM". The following Press Release appeared here

nspirtech.com announces its acceptance into the SolidWorks partner Program.Lessons at inspirtech are delivered in a unique hybrid approach to highlight the advantages of both download and streaming lesson formats. All example and exercise files can be download directly into the SolidWorks design library to offer students with instant access to completed examples as well as starting point files. Course content is then delivered though a web-based learning management system. By delivering content through a web-based solution inspirtech can allows users to review training at any PC with web access without the need for a SolidWorks installation. For users who wish to access training on the go a DVD-Rom Edition is also available. read more here.