Software Update
used on traditional portal CMMs without cabling. We have also launched our CMM Touch Station with embedded 22" multi- touch monitor and electrically adjustable height control, pro- viding an ergonomically design workstation for CMM operation whether sitting or standing while significantly reducing overall CMM footprint. This is a critical consideration in Asia. We also plan to add point-cloud capability within 2014— laser scanning is growing dramatically and we will add cloud metrology into TouchDMIS. We are currently working towards re- lease of TouchMeasure, our shop-floor interface for TouchDMIS that not only provides a launch platform for CMM inspection part programs, but also presents an intuitive set of typical CMM mea- suring routines offering zero-training CMM measurements. ME
New Releases
Exact Software North America LLC (Newton, MA) an- nounced Nov. 19 at FABTECH its new cloud-based Exact Online Manufacturing and Exact Online Wholesale Distribution solutions. The ERP solutions, available online only by monthly subscriptions, are aimed at easing management of small to medium-sized manufacturers and at wholesale distributors and warehouses.
Geometric Americas Inc. (Scottsdale, AZ) announced on Oct. 29 the release of its CAMWorks 2014 version of the com- pany’s intuitive solids-based CNC programming solution. With the addition of true G-code simulation, CAMWorks offers a fully integrated end-to-end solution from the initial part design and creation of CNC programs to full machine simulation, helping operators reduce data redundancy and save valuable shop-floor time. Along with support for SolidWorks 2014, the updated CAMWorks accelerates design-to-part time, improv- ing productivity of CNC programmers with the addition of a number of enhancements including a Turn feature definition enhancement. OMAX Corp. (Kent, WA) announced Oct. 9 the launch of a new version of its Intelli-Max Software Suite, an intuitive con- trol software that automatically optimizes the toolpaths of the company’s advanced abrasive waterjet systems. Intelli-Max 20 incorporates several enhanced features that improve the speed and memory utilization of OMAX waterjets as well as new tools that allow for increased operator efficiency. The new software requires minimal operator training and makes it easy for users to create precision parts faster and at a lower cost.
Acquisitions
Dashboards in Exact Online enable shop-floor managers to quickly retrieve updates and manage the factory floor.
Exact’s software offers users affordable, easy-to-use man- agement of production, inventory control, logistics and CRM. The software replaces disparate systems and manual pro- cesses, giving users the ability to scale up or down as needs change, said Steve Leavitt, general manager of Exact’s US Cloud Solutions. Exact has partnered with Intuit to seamlessly integrate Exact Online with Intuit’s QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop, bridging the gap between manufactur- ing and distribution tasks and traditional accounting functions.
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Autodesk Inc. (San Rafael, CA) announced Nov. 4 that it has completed the acquisition of technology assets from Virtual Shape Research GmbH (VSR; Ronnenberg, Germany), a developer of class-A surface modeling and conceptual design software for the automotive industry. As part of the deal, 10 VSR employees will join Autodesk. The acquisition of VSR will help Autodesk expand its offerings for the automotive industry, including enhancement of the Alias product line. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Astrix Networks Inc. (Burlington, ON, Canada), operating under the trade name Memex Automation, announced Oct. 30 that it has completed its reverse take-over of GPS Investment Corp. (Calgary, AB, Canada). A provider of real-time shop- floor-to-top-floor technology solutions, Memex delivers Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) metrics in real-time with its flagship Merlin system, enabling manufacturers to enhance production and increase income and profits from operations. The common shares of Astrix will trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the trading symbol OEE. Software Update is edited by Patrick Waurzyniak:
pwaurzyniak@sme.org.
Photo courtesy Exact Software North America LLC
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