SYCODE Ships CATIA V4, V5 File Export Plug-ins

SYCODE has released CATIA V4 and V5 file export plug-ins for AutoCAD and SolidWorks. These plug-ins give AutoCAD and SolidWorks the ability to export 3D solid data in AutoCAD and SolidWorks to CATIA V4 and V5 files without the need of a CATIA license installed on the computer or network.

"The four plug-ins released today complement our existing CATIA V4 and V5 file import plug-ins for AutoCAD and SolidWorks,” explains Deelip Menezes, Founder and CEO of SYCODE. "When using these export plug-ins with our existing import plug-ins AutoCAD and SolidWorks users can now read as well as write 3D data from and to CATIA V4 and V5 files thereby being able to perform a complete round trip.”

Exchanging data using neutral file formats like IGES and STEP can sometimes cause problems due to inaccuracies in two step conversions: one from the source format to neutral and the other from the neutral format to the destination format. Moreover, neutral formats like IGES have many variants thereby making their accuracy dependent upon the flavor of IGES that is used. For these reasons many companies prefer to receive data back in the format that they sent it out. These plug-ins will assume critical importance in situations where AutoCAD and SolidWorks users wish to work with users of CATIA V4 and V5.

The AutoCAD plug-ins have been tested to work with AutoCAD 2000 through to 2010, 32 bit as well as 64 bit. The SolidWorks add-ins have been tested to work with the 32 bit as well as the 64 bit versions of SolidWorks 2001 through to 2010. All the plug-ins are available as a fully functional trials. They come with installers and detailed documentation in the form of compiled HTML help files which contains step-by-step tutorials to get end users started in the shortest possible time.

Please visit http://www.sycode.com/ for more information.

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• SYCODE Releases CATIA V4 and V5 File Import Add-Ins for SolidWorks
• SYCODE Releases Pro/ENGINEER File Import Plug-in for AutoCAD

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Capvidia Releases CompareVidia 2010 for CAD Data Validation

Capvidia announces a new release of the CompareVidia 2010. The CompareVidia application for validation of 3D CAD models has been further extended with the new functions. The performance improvement gives 30% boost compared with the previous release. The floating license configuration provides a flexible solution for multi-user environment at discounted price. The new wire-frame object validation opens possibility to include in the validation process auxiliary to 3D model objects as i.e. PMI describing manufacturing or dimension tolerances.

The report summarizing the validation results can be read back into CompareVidia for further detailed analysis of all entities causing the validation process to fail. The idea is to run the validation once and have possibility to investigate the results later. This also has an impact on archiving the validation results. An old report can be easily retrieved and investigated in more details at any time.

The support of native CAD formats has been updated to the latest version:

• CATIA 4 (*.model;*.exp) CATIA 4.1.9 – CATIA 4.2.4
• CATIA 5 (*.CATPart;*.CATProduct)  R2 – R19
• Unigraphics (*.prt), version 11 to 18, NX to NX6
• Unigraphics Assembly (*.prt), version  11 to 18, NX to NX6
• ProE (*.asm;*.asm.*;*.prt.*)
• Inventor (*.ipt;*.iam) (ipt - version 6-2010) (iam version 11-2010)
• ACIS (*.sat;*.sab), version up to ACIS R20 
• STEP (*.stp;*.step)
• IGES (*.igs;*.iges) 
• VDA-FS (*.vda)
• AutoForm (*.af)
• STL (*.stl)
• VRML (*.wrl;*.vrml) Mesh (*.mesh)
• ASC (*.asc) Parasolid (*.x_t)
• SolidWorks (*.sldprt;*.sldasm) 
• 3DTransVidia (*.xml)

CompareVidia supports now Windows 7 and is available in both 32 and -64-bit versions.

CompareVidia is being successfully used by numerous Boeing and Airbus suppliers in the US and Europe complying with the highest level of quality and validation procedures such as ISO 9002 and Boeing B6-51991, etc. for digital MDB.

Most of our customers react very positively on CompareVidia. The comment of Jorge Loutzenhiser - Quality Assurance Manager of MillworX Precision Machining, Inc. is not an exeption: "CompareVidia works like a Charm! We are very pleased with our purhase so far. Easy to learn; validation process quicker and easier than we expected."

Please visit http://www.capvidia.com/ for more information.

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SYCODE Releases CATIA V4 and V5 File Import Add-Ins for SolidWorks

SYCODE has released CATIA V4 and V5 file import add-ins for SolidWorks. These add-ins give SolidWorks the ability to read CATIA V4 and V5 parts and assemblies without the need of a CATIA license.

"SolidWorks CEO Jeff Ray could not put it better when he recently said in an interview that SolidWorks customers are fed up with not being able to share data between CATIA and SolidWorks,” says Deelip Menezes, Founder and CEO of SYCODE. "As a SolidWorks Solution Partner, SYCODE has taken the initiative to offer a solution to this long standing problem. Using these add-ins SolidWorks users will now be able to open CATIA V4 and V5 parts and assemblies without needing a license of CATIA installed on the computer or network.”

These add-ins are powered by the widely used 3D InterOp technology from Spatial. 3D InterOp is the industry standard for proprietary and neutral CAD file format data exchange and is used in almost all the major CAD systems. Besides data exchange 3D InterOp also offers powerful repairing and healing features which are extensively used in these add-ins. Repairing involves checking the file for corrupted data and fixing invalid data. Healing corrects the differences in precision. The add-ins also create detailed log files which are extremely useful in identifying data translation problems and aid in locating and fixing errors.

The add-ins have been tested to work with the 32 bit as well as the 64 bit versions of SolidWorks and are available as a fully functional trials. They come with installers and detailed documentation in the form of compiled HTML help files which contains step-by-step tutorials to get end users started in the shortest possible time.
Please visit http://www.sycode.com/ for more information.
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• SYCODE Ships 6 Neutral Data Exchange Plug Ins for AutoCAD
• SYCODE Releases Pro/ENGINEER File Import Plug-in for AutoCAD
• SYCODE Releases CATIA V4 and V5 File Import Plug-ins for AutoCAD
• SYCODE Releases Inventor File Import Plug-in for AutoCAD

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ITI TranscenData Releases CADIQ 6.1

ITI TranscenData announced today the release of CADIQ 6.1, the latest edition of its leading CAD model validation application that identifies model-based design issues that adversely impact downstream processes, such as tooling, simulation and manufacturing.

Engineers tasked with long-term data retention and archival initiatives use CADIQ to certify translations and conversions for 3D CAD models prior to archival, through geometry and semantics-based validation.  CADIQ validates 3D models, assemblies, corresponding features and product manufacturing information (i.e. 3D PMI, GD&T, FT&A) against the source data, and provides automated predictive diagnostics.  These diagnostics are used to identify, forecast and troubleshoot legacy conversion issues. 

CADIQ is packaged for use in desktop or server environments, is easily integrated into design release and check-in and check-out processes of PLM workflows, and can be embedded in interoperability automations solutions.

The release of CADIQ 6.1 offers many new developments, such as:

• Direct Assembly Model Comparison
  No flattening required for CATIA V5, NX, Pro/ENGINEER, SolidWorks, Parasolid and STEP component placement and properties comparison

• Part Comparison Diagnostics
  Feature parameter diagnostic for model revisions in the same CAD system

• 3D PMI Comparison Diagnostics
  STEP “PMI as Polyline” only for model revisions in the same CAD system

• CATIA V4 CAD File Interface
  For indirect V4 model analysis, No CATIA V4 installation/license prerequisite on Windows and UNIX platforms

• STEP Validation Property Quality Diagnostics

• Improved Batch Analysis and Statistics

"The latest enhancements in CADIQ 6.1 set it apart from all other CAD validation tools on the market," said Doug Cheney, CADIQ Product Manager. “Most tools only verify design reuse for design – enforcing modeling conventions. CADIQ goes a step further, validating MBD models for downstream reuse – at design release and through any format conversion in the lifecycle. When quality issues are identified, CADIQ can document engineering change revisions in a 3D PDF file for easy communication, collaboration, and markup.”

The new product release is available immediately worldwide and current CADIQ customers can easily upgrade to version 6.1.

Visit http://www.transcendata.com/index.htm for more information.

 

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• ITI TranscenData Releases Proficiency 8.1

 

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SYCODE Releases CATIA V4 and V5 File Import Plug-ins for AutoCAD

SYCODE has released CATIA V4 and V5 file import plug-ins for AutoCAD. These plug-ins allow users to import CATIA V4 and V5 part and assembly files into AutoCAD without the need of a CATIA license on the computer or network.

"Over the past few releases Autodesk has been morphing AutoCAD from a 2D drafting and documentation solution to a 3D modeling and analysis one,” explains Deelip Menezes, Founder and CEO of SYCODE. "However, for AutoCAD customers to fully harness the power of 3D they not only need to be able to create 3D models from scratch in AutoCAD but also be able to edit 3D solid models created in other CAD systems. CATIA is widely used in the aerospace, automotive, shipbuilding and related industries. We believe our CATIA V4 and V5 import plug-ins for AutoCAD will go a long way in helping AutoCAD users exchange data effectively with CATIA users by not having to rely on neutral file formats for data exchange.”

The plug-ins released today are called CATIA V4 Import for AutoCAD and CATIA V5 Import for AutoCAD. The V4 plug-in can read CATIA V4 part and assembly (.model), export (.exp) and session (.session) files from CATIA 4.1.9 to CATIA 4.2.4. The V5 plug-in can read CATIA V5 part (.CATPart), assembly (.CATProduct) and graphics (.cgr) files from CATIA V5 R2 to CATIA V5 R19. The plug-ins are powered by the widely used 3D InterOp technology from Spatial. 3D InterOp is the industry standard for proprietary CAD file format data exchange and is used in almost all the major CAD systems. Besides data exchange 3D InterOp also offers powerful repairing and healing features which are extensively used in these plug-ins. Repairing involves checking the file for corrupted data and fixing invalid data. Healing corrects the differences in precision. The plug-ins also create detailed log files which are extremely useful in identifying data translation problems and aid in locating and fixing errors.

The plug-ins work with AutoCAD 2000 through to AutoCAD 2010, 32 Bit as well as 64 Bit and is available as a fully functional trial. They come with installers and detailed documentation in the form of compiled HTML help files which contains step-by-step tutorials to get end users started in the shortest possible time.

More information about the plug-ins and a download can be found at the SYCODE web site:

• CATIA V4 Import for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/catia_v4_import_ac/
• CATIA V5 Import for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/catia_v5_import_ac/

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• SYCODE Releases Inventor File Import Plug-in for AutoCAD
• SYCODE Releases ESRI Shape File Import Plug-ins

 

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Flexera Software Announces Latest Version of Engineering Applications: FlexNet Manager

Powerful Analytical Functions Deliver Detailed Usage Information for Enterprise Applications to Optimize Software License Spend and Improve Software Compliance.

Flexera Software, announced the latest version of FlexNet® Manager for Engineering Applications, the only enterprise license optimization solution on the market for enterprise-class engineering applications. FlexNet Manager now enables organizations to centrally monitor, manage, analyze, and report on software usage by linking usage and denial trends directly to specific contractual license terms, geographies, and organizational structure, so organizations can fully optimize software use, remain compliant, and control spending.

Key New Features Highlights: FlexNet Manager for Engineering Applications

• Software Investment Planner: Based on powerful new analytics that link usage trending data to specific license terms, the new Software Investment Planner provides answers to critical business questions fast so companies can minimize software costs, effectively manage denials and address license compliance issues. This powerful analysis and planning tool provides detailed insight into usage trends as they relate to license terms, costs and organizational structure. It also recommends purchase quantities based upon past usage trends and other customizable factors so companies can accurately plan and budget for the future and determine the right mix of software to purchase or retire. The Software Investment Planner offers a central place to store complex contract terms, making it easy to identify compliance issues and see the cost of changes in the license environment. It also offers new product-based reporting which maps complex product-to-feature relationships so companies can automatically report on how they are using the products listed on their software contracts.
• Usage Reports for LUM-enabled Applications: Companies relying on CATIA, ENOVIA SmarTeam, or any other LUM-enabled application can now use FlexNet Manager to report on and optimize these licenses within a single interface and workflow.
• Improved Organization-Model Maintenance and Reporting: FlexNet Manager now offers an easier way to keep user data updated so companies can report on how individuals are using software by organization, geography, or even by project.

For more information, visit www.flexerasoftware.com/

ITI TranscenData Releases Proficiency 8.1

ITI TranscenData announced today the release of Proficiency Collaboration Gateway 8.1, the latest edition of its leading Feature Based CAD Interoperability solution for manufacturers and their suppliers. Collaboration Gateway enables the transfer of complete design intelligence between major CAD systems which includes geometry, features, sketches, manufacturing info, metadata, assembly information and drawings in the conversion process.

Collaboration Gateway 8.1 features an enhanced, state-of-the-art Completion Wizard, which operates as a plug-in and tracks and validates any manual changes that a user makes involving portions of the model that could not be automatically exchanged due to CAD incompatibility differences.  From within the CAD system they are using, the user is presented with detailed information about pending issues, and presented options as how to successfully complete the model.  Once an option is selected the model is automatically updated and all changes are documented.

Highlights of the new release include:

• 3D Completion Wizard for NX
  Allows easy completion of exchanged models
• 2D Wizard for CATIA V5
  Allows for easy correction of converted drawings
• Faster Geometry Engine
  Dramatically improves the quality of results for Pro/E to NX, CATIA V4 to V5 and CATIA V5 to V5

The new version includes many other automatic data exchange feature support enhancements for I-deas, NX, Pro/E and CATIA V5 as well as more robust Collaboration Gateway Server architecture. Additional enhancements include:

• Support for Pro/E Wildfire 4, CATIA V5 R19 and NX 6
• Collaboration Gateway Agent grouping for optimized file transfer and load balancing
• 3D Text exchange from Pro/E to CATIA V5
• Tri-Tangent Fillet feature export from CATIA V5
• Thick Surface feature export from CATIA V5
• Closed Quilt exchange from Pro/E to NX and CATIA V5
• Dynamic Extrude feature import to NX
• Improved Variable Round export from Pro/E and CATIA V5
• Support  for I-deas models with regeneration problems and non-manifold geometry
• Support for extremely large model exchange from Pro/E to NX
• Improved exchange from higher to lower CATIA V5 Release 

"Proficiency offers manufacturers a complete solution for conversions when delivering to an OEM/partner in their required CAD format or migrations to a new CAD system. Alternative approaches of manual re-mastering have proven to be inefficient, costly and risky as our growing customer base demonstrates," said Alex Tsechansky, General Manager of ITI Proficiency, Ltd. "The new capabilities in this most recent release and our new Completion Wizard product have been proven in production with leading customers to effectively handle the most complex real-life challenges encountered by their engineering teams," added Tsechansky.
The new product release is available immediately worldwide and current customers can easily upgrade to version 8.1.  As part of this release, a new upgrade mechanism has been added for updating to future releases.

Visit http://www.transcendata.com/index.htm for more information.