Rockwell Automation to Acquire Plex Systems July 2, 2021 Rockwell Automation Inc. and Plex Systems, developer of cloud-native smart manufacturing platforms, have entered into an agreement whereby Rockwell will acquire Plex for $2.22 billion in cash.
ModuleWorks, Sandvik Coromant and HCL Technologies Collaborate on PrimeTurning July 8, 2021 A collaboration including ModuleWorks GmbH, Sandvik Coromant, and CAMWorks has produced one of the first commercial implementations of Sandvik Coromant’s new PrimeTurning methodology in a CAM system.
DoD Cybersecurity Mandate Targets Suppliers April 30, 2021 A Department of Defense cybersecurity mandate will affect suppliers. The founder of ProShop ERP explains how.
Simulation Software Meets the Need for Speed February 26, 2021 Toolpath simulation software gives manufacturers assurance that their machine tools will cut parts quickly and accurately, which is particularly useful when machining expensive materials like titanium or Inconel.
Altair Announces Integrated Platform May 10, 2021 Altair announced Altair One, which the company described as "a fully integrated platform that brings together the company’s entire product suite and HPC capabilities to facilitate seamless collaboration and faster time-to-market."
SMARTTECH3D and Verisurf Software Announce Solution Partnership May 11, 2021 SMARTTECH3D and Verisurf Software Announce Solution Partnership, 3D Scanning to Inspection, Reverse Engineering to Intelligent CAD
Nexteer Revamps Software Engineering Organization April 29, 2021 Nexteer Automotive said it is creating a single strategic software team.
Siemens acquires TimeSeries April 28, 2021 Siemens acquisition of TimeSeries to expand Xcelerator portfolio through development of industry-specific apps built on Mendix platform, help customers speed digital transformation through increased adoption of low-code
Toolpath Simulation, Optimization Boosts Part Manufacturing for Fixtures February 2, 2021 Those who manufacture precision workholding systems have the same goals and challenges as the machinists who use them. Both groups strive to reduce setup times and optimize cutting cycles. Secure, consistent, and accurate gripping is paramount.
Empowered Employees Key to Digital Transformation July 24, 2020 Despite the troubles of 2020 caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, more manufacturing firms are digitally transforming their businesses through pragmatic investments in new technologies.