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PROSTEP, Arcwide to Expand Collaboration on PLM/ERP Integration

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DARMSTADT, Germany, Mar 6, 2026 – The PLM consulting and software company PROSTEP will expand its future collaboration with Arcwide, the largest implementation partner of IFS. PROSTEP is providing its OpenPDM technology and extensive integration expertise in order to optimally support Arcwide customers and IFS user companies in integrating their PLM solutions with the IFS software solutions. The collaboration is the logical result of PROSTEP’s recently announced partnership with IFS, which grants PROSTEP access to the software manufacturer’s API technology. Based on this API, PROSTEP has developed an OpenPDM connector for integrating the IFS software solutions with PROSTEP’s proven Digital Thread Platform.

Arcwide is a global implementation partner and system integrator specializing in the deployment of IFS business software solutions. Headquartered in the Netherlands, the company was founded in 2022 as a joint venture between IFS and management and technology consultancy BearingPoint. Arcwide currently employs around 550 people in more than 20 countries, making it one of the largest IFS partners worldwide.

In recent years, the company has consistently expanded its market presence in the DACH region through strategic acquisitions such as the takeover of the Swiss bytics Group and the Austrian Kreuzbauer IT. 

As a global IFS Elite Partner, Arcwide actively drives digital continuity for its customers and strategically relies on powerful integration solutions such as PROSTEP’s OpenPDM.

“The agreement with Arcwide is an important step for us to expand our expertise in PLM/IFS integration and to address new markets and customer segments,” says Peter Pfalzgraf, Head of Partner Management, commenting on the objectives of the collaboration. The globally active IFS partner has a strong presence not only in Europe, but also in North America, the Middle East, India, and other regions, serving customers in manufacturing, aerospace, energy, telecommunications, construction and engineering, as well as service oriented or service intensive industries.

The greatest value for customers comes from combining Arcwide’s deep process and IFS software expertise with PROSTEP’s integration technology. OpenPDM provides standardized connectors for common PLM, ALM, ERP, and MES systems, reducing the effort required to develop and maintain numerous point to point integrations and simplifying scalability.

“The established integration technology and the fact that there is already a functional connector to IFS ERP were key reasons for the collaboration from our perspective,” says Andreas Weigel, Global Head of Service Management at Arcwide.

“We also want to benefit from PROSTEP’s many years of experience to provide our customers with an even faster and more reliable connection between PLM and IFS solutions.”

PROSTEP and Arcwide intend not only to collaborate on integration projects but also plan joint events, trade fair appearances, and customer visits to acquire new projects. The shared goal is to enhance digital continuity for customers through powerful PLM/IFS integrations.

Both companies pursue the common objective of enabling seamless PLM/IFS connectivity for IFS customers and significantly accelerating their digital transformation.

About PROSTEP Inc.

PROSTEP Inc., the fastest growing PLM solutions, systems integration, and migration consultant in the North American region for the discrete manufacturing industry, is the wholly-owned subsidiary of leading global parent company PROSTEP AG.

Located in the US automotive industry hub, Troy, MI, PROSTEP provides PLM solutions across industries including Automotive, Aerospace, Shipbuilding, and other manufacturing.

For more information about PROSTEP Inc., visit https://prostep.us.

About PROSTEP Group

PROSTEP Group is recognized as a partner to the leading manufacturing companies worldwide. We count the top companies in this industry among our customers. PROSTEP is an independent consulting and solution development company, but also supplies ready-made product solutions. Our strength lies in a combination of industry-specific expertise, process know-how and technological competence. We offer our customers competent consultancy services, a comprehensive range of other services, and innovative solutions covering every aspect of product lifecycle management (PLM) and application lifecycle management (ALM).

The PROSTEP Group has a current headcount of more than 300 in Germany, Poland and the USA. In addition to its headquarters in Darmstadt, PROSTEP also maintains branch offices in Berlin, Boeblingen, Hamburg, Hanover, Cologne, Munich, Wolfsburg, as well as in Wrocław (Poland), Troy, Michigan (USA) and its subsidiary BHC in Boeblingen.

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Nakamura Tome Releases Next-Gen Chip-Braking Function

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HAKUSAN, Ishikawa, Japan, Mar 6, 2026 – Nakamura-Tome Precision Industry Co., Ltd. has enhanced its proprietary chip-breaking technology “Triangle Cut*1” and is pleased to announce the release of the evolved version, “High-Speed Triangle Cut.”

High‑Speed Triangle Cut introduces an optimized tool path that addresses the main drawback of the conventional version—longer machining time—while maintaining strong chip‑breaking performance.

Like the conventional Triangle Cut, the advanced version is supported on Nakamura‑Tome box‑way slide machines.

*1 Please refer to the following link regarding the Triangle Cut.
https://www.nakamura-tome.com/corp_news/trianglecut-news/

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What is Triangle Cut?

It is an optional function that breaks chips by controlling the cutting path in a triangular motion. By generating this triangular path, the cutting edge periodically moves away from the workpiece, creating air-cutting intervals that divide the chips.

However, because this machining method continuously traces triangular tool paths throughout the entire cutting process, machining time tended to increase to approximately 2.7 to 3 times that of normal machining.

・Example of tool path in normal cutting

Triangle Cut

・Example of tool path in Triangle Cut

Triangle Cut

What is High-Speed Triangle Cut?

High-Speed Triangle Cut is a chip-breaking function based on a newly developed machining path that further evolves the conventional Triangle Cut.

In the conventional Triangle Cut, a triangular path is generated continuously throughout the entire machining process. In contrast, High-Speed Triangle Cut allows the pitch of the triangular motion to be adjusted. Sections outside the triangular motion follow a normal turning operation, reducing the cutting distance and significantly shortening machining time.

・Example of tool path in High-Speed Triangle Cut

Triangle Cut

A video overview of High-Speed Triangle Cut is available on YouTube via the link below.
https://youtu.be/2Y6JnbVbMqg

How to Use High-Speed Triangle Cut

High-Speed Triangle Cut is activated by enclosing the relevant section of the machining program with the dedicated G codes G338 (start) and G339 (end). When the H parameter is specified, the operation switches to High-Speed Triangle Cut mode*2.

*2 If the H parameter is not specified, the operation follows the conventional Triangle Cut motion.

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Comparison

A comparison of machining time, surface roughness, and chip condition between High-Speed Triangle Cut and the conventional Triangle Cut, relative to normal cutting, is shown below.

Normal CuttingHigh-Speed Triangle Cut *3Triangle Cut
Machining Time–1.5×2.7–3×
Surface Roughness (Ra)–1.2×1.2–2×
Chip ConditionNormal (may long chips)Short controlled chipsConsistently segmented chips

*3 Overlap ratio: 30%

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Triangle Cut Chips

High-Speed Triangle Cut can be used by purchasing the optional Triangle Cut function.
For users who have already implemented the conventional Triangle Cut, a free upgrade to High-Speed Triangle Cut is available through Nakamura Tome’s software update service, “NT Update.”

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https://www.nakamura-tome.com/contact_product.

For more information, about Nakamura-Tome and its products, visit https://www.nakamura-tome.com.

DMG MORI Launches Vertical Mate 55 2. Generation CNC Vertical Multi‑Process Grinding Machine

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TOKYO, Japan, Mar 6, 2026 – DMG MORI Precision Grinding announces the release of the CNC Vertical Multi‑Process Grinding Machine Vertical Mate 55 2. Generation. The company has developed this new model to further expand automation capabilities and enhance its global contributions, building on more than 30 years of expertise in manufacturing world‑class vertical grinding machines.

Since its launch in 2010, Vertical Mate series has been well received by customers in a variety of industries, including aircraft, automotive, industrial machinery, machine tools and semiconductors for its ability with its single grinding spindle and ATC which performs high-accuracy processes (roundness: 1.0 µm*1) of ID, OD and face with one-time chucking. As well as Vertical Mate 85 2. Generation which was released in October 2024, Vertical Mate 55 has significantly upgraded performance.

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Vertical Mate 2. Generation Series with PH Cell 

Equipped with the speedMASTER grinding spindle developed by DMG MORI, it achieves max. power output: 18.5 kW, torque: 36.8 N・m, and max. rotation speed: 18,000 min-1. The mechanical structure is thoroughly optimized through FEM analysis and vibration testing. The machine back cover has been added as standard. The 2. Generation machine base structure minimizes the influence of heat on dimensional changes by 60%, it provides even better thermal stability and accuracy than the conventional model.

The User interface is changed to ERGOline X with large-screen touch panel and easy-to-press hard buttons. Its user-friendly design provides increased visibility and operability. It also supports Digital Transformation (DX) with Service platform: my DMG MORI, Visualizing machine operating conditions: DMG MORI Messenger, etc., and provides anti-virus security with whitelist-type software.

Compared to the first generation, Vertical Mate 55 2. Generation is more economical, it uses energy more efficiently by reducing power consumption by 21% due to the inverter control of coolant pumps and the improved processing efficiency by speedMASTER grinding spindle. Automatic in-cycle part measuring device and Z-axis scale, which are essential for high-precision grinding, are now included as standard.

By changing tank from single-layer to double-layer, the coolant cleanliness is further improved. It reduces the frequency of coolant replacement. In addition, paper filter*2 is able to remove large amounts of grinding swarf and wheel particles which prevents clogging and machine stops. Built-in mist collector zeroFOG*2, which collects fine particles (particle size: 0.3 μm) is also available.

Furthermore, the 400V specification is adopted as for Vertical Mate 2. Generation adding “a high-precision vertical multi-process grinding machine that can be used by customers all over the world” to the development concept. Apart from being transformer-free in the European region, the new machine has reduced power consumption and increased output compared to the first generation and has increased the added value of the machine itself.

It can also be combined with DMG MORI’s PH Cell automation system, which focuses on improving operation rate and stabilizing quality. The PH Cell uses pallet transfer from the side of the machine to ensure excellent accessibility to the processing space and visibility inside the machine. The modular structure allows the selection of various sizes and types of pallets and stockers, flexibly accommodating high-mix low-volume production. The automated system, which can complete the entire process from material supply to finished product discharge, contributes to increased customer profits by improving productivity through unmanned operation during nighttime and holidays.

About DMG MORI

DMG MORI is a worldwide leading manufacturer of high-precision machine tools and sustainable technologies that are at the heart of global value chains. In the “Global One Company” more than 12,000 employees are in direct contact with over 100,000 customers from 57 industries. DMG MORI is globally present in 88 countries with 16 production plants, 113 sales and service locations.

Integrated automation and end-to-end digitization solutions expand the core business with lathes and milling machines, ultrasonic, lasertec and additive manufacturing. The entire manufacturing know-how from more than 152 years flows into technology excellence for the focus industries Aerospace, Automotive, Die & Mold, Medical and Semiconductor. Customer-oriented services accompany the entire life cycle of a machine tool – including training, repair, maintenance and spare parts service. The strategic fit of automation, digitization and sustainability fits perfectly with DMG MORI’s vision and mission statement: We empower our customers in manufacturing and digitization! We want to be the most attractive machine tool manufacturer worldwide with digital and sustainable products!

FARO CREAFORM Metrology-grade 3D Scanners Data Now Integrates into PolyWorks|Inspector

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QUEBEC, QC, Canada, Mar 6, 2026 – InnovMetric, the independent software development company that empowers manufacturers of every size to digitally transform their 3D measurement processes, in collaboration with FARO CREAFORM, a business of AMETEK, Inc. and global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, announced today that data acquisition from FARO CREAFORM’s auto-referencing multi-line 3D scanners is now fully integrated into PolyWorks|Inspector. This means that users can benefit from real-time data visualization and a complete dimensional analysis and quality control toolbox during acquisition. 

This integration was developed in direct response to customer feedback. Many industrial OEMs who already standardized on PolyWorks|Inspector for dimensional inspection have emphasized the importance of maintaining established workflows and minimizing disruptions. By enabling direct data acquisition in PolyWorks|Inspector, InnovMetric and FARO CREAFORM ensure that their customers can keep leveraging the complete suite of tools and functionalities they trust while benefiting from advanced scanning capabilities.   

This integration delivers key benefits: 

  • Reduced learning curve: Operators no longer need to switch between software platforms or adapt to new interfaces, cutting training time and accelerating onboarding. 
  • Faster time to production: By leveraging operator expertise, established processes, and metrology-grade handheld 3D scanners, manufacturers can reach operational efficiency faster. 
  • Full compatibility: FARO CREAFORM provides auto-referencing multi-line 3D scanner data acquisition that is fully compatible with PolyWorks|Inspector functionalities, including automatic scan-to-CAD alignment, surface and feature scanning guidance, mixed-reality measurement workflows, and automation macro scripts. 

“Global OEMs often rely on PolyWorks® 3D measurement templates to enforce compliance across multiple plants. This integration allows FARO CREAFORM 3D scanners to plug into those templates without requiring custom scripts or additional configuration. It simplifies large-scale deployment, ensuring consistent inspection logic and reporting across diverse production environments,” says Marco St-Pierre, DVP Innovation, 3D scanners at FARO CREAFORM. “As a worldwide reseller of PolyWorks solutions, we are proud to deliver a unified solution that streamlines quality control across worldwide operations.” 

“This integration demonstrates our dedication to customer satisfaction and our ability to respond to industry needs. The joint workflow supports hybrid inspection strategies, where portable scanners complement CMMs in a single environment. By enabling direct data acquisition from FARO CREAFORM 3D scanners, we extend the acquisition stage of the PolyWorks digital thread, ensuring that measurement data flows seamlessly from capture to analysis without breaking connectivity,” adds Éric Roberge, Vice President of Products and Innovation for the Metrology Suite, at InnovMetric. 

About FARO CREAFORM  

With headquarters in Lévis, Québec, Canada and Lake Mary, Florida, USA, FARO CREAFORM is the result of the combination of FARO’s renowned 3D Measurement business segment and Creaform’s innovative metrology solutions. With roots dating back to 1981, FARO has been a global leader in portable measurement arms, laser trackers, and reality capture technologies. Creaform, founded in 2002 in Lévis, Québec, has revolutionized handheld 3D scanning and automated inspection, serving thousands of professionals in automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and research. Together, FARO CREAFORM empowers quality, production, maintenance and design teams to work faster, smarter, and with total confidence, unlocking better outcomes and superior experiences across manufacturing workflows. FARO CREAFORM is a business unit of AMETEK, Inc., a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales of over $7.5 billion.  For more information, visit https://www.faro.com and/or https://www.creaform3d.com.

About InnovMetric 

InnovMetric is an independent software development company that empowers manufacturers of every size to digitally transform their 3D measurement processes. InnovMetric has revolutionized 3D metrology with the introduction of point-cloud-based dimensional inspection in 2000 and the concept of a universal 3D metrology software platform in 2006. Today, with over 24,000 customers in 100 countries, and the world’s largest industrial manufacturers having adopted its PolyWorks solutions as their standard 3D metrology software platform, InnovMetric is focusing on creating next-generation digital data and process management technologies. 

Headquartered in Quebec City, Canada, InnovMetric is a multinational organization with 650 employees dedicated to bringing 3D measurement data at the heart of enterprise manufacturing processes. For more information, visit https://www.polyworks.com.

Schaeffler to Showcase Innovative Technologies for Humanoid Robotics and Intralogistics at Hannover Messe 2026

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Hanover/Herzogenaurach, Germany | February 25, 2026 | Motion Technology Company Schaeffler will present the industry of the future at the Hannover Messe 2026. Focus will be on the expanded product portfolio and know-how from eight product families. With them, the company covers the entire motion spectrum – from drive technology to energy generation to sustainable service solutions. Schaeffler will show how its innovative technologies boost efficiency and provide tangible added value in industrial applications. This year, Schaeffler will focus on the topics of humanoid robots and solutions for intralogistics.

Uwe Wagner, Chief Technology Officer of Schaeffler AG, says: “Schaeffler stands for unsurpassed innovative strength and continuous technological advancement. As a Motion Technology Company, we will use the example of humanoid robots in Hannover to show how we can bundle our technological strengths from different divisions in order to expand into new growth fields. This innovative strength provides the basis for sustainable growth for us and our customers.”

Dr. Jochen Schröder, Regional CEO Europe at Schaeffler AG, says: “The Hannover Messe is the world’s foremost industrial trade show and thus offers Schaeffler an ideal showcase for presenting to existing and potential future customers the innovative strength of its products, which create sustainable added value and contribute to the transformation of industry. With our eight product families providing a framework, we will concentrate this year on applications and solutions that are tailored to the needs of our customers and focus especially on future-oriented, fast-growing sectors such as humanoid robots and autonomous intralogistics systems.”

Key technologies for humanoid robots

Schaeffler plans to play a key role in the growing market of humanoid robots, relying on its many years of manufacturing expertise and high level of vertical integration. The company uses humanoid robots along the entire value chain, so it knows exactly what the market requirements are and can transfer proven solutions from the automotive and industrial sectors to robotics. With an extensive portfolio, and especially with its integrated linear and rotary actuators, which make up around half of the components of a humanoid robot, Schaeffler bundles its expertise as a leading provider in the field of motion technology. Through close cooperation with industry partners and leading research institutions, Schaeffler is positioning itself as a preferred technology partner in the field of humanoid robots. A highlight of the trade show appearance will be a “transparent” humanoid synchronized with a digital hologram. The interactive exhibit will show selected key components supplied by Schaeffler and provide insights into their functions and the underlying technologies. In this way, the exhibit will allow visitors to experience Schaeffler’s innovative strength and technological know-how in the field of humanoid robots up close.

Schaeffler drives autonomous intralogistics
From rolling bearing and linear motion technologies to electromechanical systems and condition monitoring: Schaeffler will demonstrate how a broad portfolio of high-precision motion and mechatronics solutions drives industrial automation. In a modular intralogistics system with a chain belt conveyor and an automated guided forklift, the added value provided by Schaeffler’s deep understanding of the customer will become apparent. Smart products and connected components will take center stage as the keys to further enhancing the performance and safety of industrial applications.

The product highlights will also include hybrid bearings, which combine ceramic rolling elements with rings made of rolling bearing steel to protect against electrical erosion damage. In the field of linear motion technology, the innovative electromechanical EWELLIX linear actuators in the EMA modular system will be presented. Offering different performance characteristics and a long service life, they are suitable for a wide range of applications, even with very high loads.

The trade show portfolio will be rounded out with the OPTIME Ecosystem, an industry-leading solution when it comes to condition monitoring and smart lubrication of machines. The solution offers sensors that can detect vibrations or unwanted voltage fluctuations and thus reveal mechanical malfunctions and electrical faults while they are still in their early stages. Maintenance employees are informed of the incipient faults via app and can take action to avoid unplanned downtime in manufacturing environments.

Schaeffler at the Hannover Messe 2026

The company’s technologies will be exhibited from April 20 to April 24, 2026, at the Hannover Messe at Booth E60 in Hall 13. There will be a press briefing on Monday, April 20, 2026, at noon.

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At the Hannover Messe 2026 (Hall 13, Booth E60), Schaeffler will present its eight product families covering the entire spectrum of motion.
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At the Hannover Messe, Schaeffler will present the “transparent” humanoid synchronized with a digital hologram.

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Schaeffler Group – We pioneer motion

The Schaeffler Group has been driving forward groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology for over 75 years. With innovative technologies, products, and services for electric mobility, CO₂-efficient drives, chassis solutions, and renewable energies, the company is a reliable partner for making motion more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable – over the entire life cycle. Schaeffler describes its comprehensive range of products and services by means of eight product families: from bearing solutions and all types of linear guidance systems through to repair and monitoring services. With around 110,000 employees and more than 250 locations in 55 countries, Schaeffler is one of the world’s largest family-owned companies and ranks among Germany’s most innovative companies. 

Dassault Systèmes Appoints Bijuraj Balakrishnan as CEO of Global Services in India

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Sachin R Nalawade
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New Delhi / Bangalore / Pune— March 5, 2026: Dassault Systèmes announced the appointment of Bijuraj Balakrishnan as Chief Executive Officer, Global Services for Dassault Systèmes in India. In this role, he will lead the company’s global services organization in the country, drive delivery excellence, and accelerate the adoption of 3DEXPERIENCE platform and Virtual Twins.

Bijuraj brings over 24 years of experience within Dassault Systèmes, having built a distinguished career across research and development, consulting services and people strategy. He began his journey as a software engineer and spent 13 years in R&D of the company’s ENOVIA brand, mastering product engineering and leading teams.

In a cross-functional shift, Bijuraj transitioned into the human resources role as India HR Director where he oversaw people strategy for employees across R&D and Services.

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Bijuraj Balakrishnan, Chief Executive Officer, Global Services, Dassault Systèmes, India

As CEO of Dassault Systèmes Global Services, India, Bijuraj is leading a decisive execution agenda, turning AI ambition into measurable client value and accelerating the transition of legacy and on-premise customers to the cloud. He will be driving the evolution of Global Services from a capacity-based model to scalable, outcome-driven factories anchored in SaaS metrics and powered by capability-led growth.

Bijuraj holds a master’s degree in computer science. He has also completed executive management education, combining deep technology expertise with strategic and organizational insight to build high-performance, future-ready global teams.

“In order to realize tangible benefits of Industrial AI, our customers need to adopt the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and Virtual Twins at a rapid pace. Transforming Dassault Systèmes Global Services, our Industry Services entity in India, into a capability center will elevate customer value. I congratulate Bijuraj on his new role and wish him all the best in this transformative journey of Dassault Systèmes Global Services,” said Sudarshan Mogasale, CEO, Dassault Systèmes Lab, India.

“This role feels both exciting and deeply meaningful to me. India plays a critical part in our global strategy, especially as we accelerate cloud adoption and turn AI into real, measurable value for our customers. Having grown through R&D, Services, and People leadership, I am excited to take on this role,” said Bijuraj Balakrishnan, Chief Executive Officer, Global Services, India, Dassault Systèmes.

ABOUT DASSAULT SYSTÈMES

Dassault Systèmes is a catalyst for human progress.  Since 1981, the company has pioneered virtual worlds to improve real life for consumers, patients and citizens.  With Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform, 370,000 customers of all sizes, in all industries, can collaborate, imagine and create sustainable innovations that drive meaningful impact.  For more information, visit:  www.3ds.com

Snowbird to Unveil New SAMM Tech Platform at 2026 RAPID+TCT

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JACKSONVILLE, FL, USA, Mar 5, 2026 – Snowbird Technologies, a leading provider of advanced defense and industrial-grade equipment solutions, will exhibit at the 2026 RAPID + TCT Exhibition, taking place April 13–16 at the Thomas M. Menino Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts.

At booth #1915, Snowbird Technologies will unveil its next-generation SAMM Tech platform — a fully containerized, forward-deployable hybrid manufacturing system integrating the Meltio Engine Blue for metal additive manufacturing and the Mosquito Prime from Slice Engineering for advanced fused filament fabrication (FFF).

In addition to its additive capabilities, SAMM Tech incorporates integrated CNC machining for precision finishing and post-processing — creating a true end-to-end, “factory-in-a-box” solution. This seamless combination of metal deposition, high-performance polymer printing, and subtractive manufacturing enables expeditionary production, repair, and sustainment of critical components directly at the point of need for defense and commercial operations.

A True Hybrid Manufacturing Solution

Designed for rapid deployment, Snowbird’s SAMM Tech is housed within a ruggedized container and features a patented gantry-mounted hybrid manufacturing cell. The system integrates additive and subtractive capabilities, enabling on-demand repair, part replacement, and prototype production in austere and contested environments.

Powered by the Meltio Engine Blue, the platform provides industrial-grade metal additive manufacturing using laser-wire directed energy deposition (LW-DED) technology. The system supports a wide range of industrial metals — including aluminum, titanium, stainless steels, and marine-grade bronze — materials critical for defense, aerospace, and naval applications. This enables reliable production and repair of structural and functional components in remote and deployed environments.

Advanced Polymer Fabrication with Mosquito Prime

Complementing its metal capabilities, SAMM Tech integrates the Mosquito Prime high-performance hot end from Slice Engineering to deliver robust fused filament fabrication. Engineered for high-temperature, high-strength polymer printing, the Mosquito Prime enables processing of advanced thermoplastics such as carbon fiber-reinforced materials, high-performance nylons, and engineering-grade polymers.

This integration expands SAMM Tech’s hybrid manufacturing capabilities beyond metal, allowing operators to produce lightweight housings, tooling, fixtures, enclosures, and non-structural components on demand. The Mosquito Prime’s thermal stability, durability, and high-flow performance ensure consistent extrusion and reliable operation in harsh deployment conditions.

By combining metal additive manufacturing with advanced FFF polymer fabrication in a single mobile system, SAMM Tech delivers unmatched flexibility for mission-driven manufacturing — empowering field units to select the right material and process for each application.

Expeditionary Manufacturing at the Point of Need

SAMM Tech is fully compatible with existing military logistics infrastructure and engineered for global mobility. Its modular, rugged construction enables operation in extreme land and maritime environments, reducing supply chain dependency while increasing mission readiness.

Key benefits include:

  • Rapid deployment and setup
  • Reduced lead times for mission-critical components
  • Lower material waste through hybrid additive/subtractive processing
  • Decreased reliance on centralized supply chains
  • Enhanced supply chain resilience and operational autonomy

By integrating best-in-class technologies from Meltio, Slice Engineering, and FANUC automation, Snowbird Technologies continues to advance the adoption of deployable, point-of-need manufacturing across defense, security, and government operations.

Visitors to RAPID + TCT 2026 are invited to experience the next generation of containerized hybrid manufacturing at booth #1915.

For more information, visit Snowbird Technologies at RAPID + TCT, April 13–16 in Boston.

About Snowbird Technologies

Snowbird Technologies is a U.S.-based provider of expeditionary advanced manufacturing and logistics solutions for defense, government, and industrial customers. The company specializes in deployable, ruggedized systems that enable hybrid additive and subtractive manufacturing at the point of need, supporting sustainment, repair, and operational readiness in austere and contested environments. Snowbird’s technologies are designed to reduce supply chain dependency, increase resilience, and deliver mission-critical capabilities wherever they are required. For more information, visit https://snowbirdtech.com.

SoftInWay Introduces Practical AI for Engineers

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BURLINGTON, MA, USA, Mar 5, 2026 – SoftInWay, a leading provider of turbomachinery design and thermal-fluid system modeling solutions, announced the release of AxSTREAM AI, a new AI-powered engineering environment designed to reduce modeling friction, shorten iteration cycles, and help engineering teams reach confident design insights earlier in the workflow.

AxSTREAM AI

Designed for early-stage modeling, analysis, and decision-making, AxSTREAM AI delivers AI-assisted modeling, optimization, and design exploration capabilities. Engineers can define turbomachinery components and system-level models based on design intent, constraints, and operating conditions, then rapidly generate and evaluate candidate geometries to explore viable design configurations early in the development process. AxSTREAM AI also helps engineers assess cost drivers and tradeoffs early, enabling more cost-aware design decisions while preserving transparency and physics-based validation.

AxSTREAM AI can be used as a standalone environment or embedded within AxSTREAM System Simulation, enabling engineers working on turbomachinery design, optimization, and thermal-fluid systems to move efficiently from concept to validated system behavior—without disrupting established engineering practices.

Developed in line with SoftInWay’s AxSTREAM platform philosophy, the AI environment brings workflow and physics-aware intelligence directly into system modeling and turbomachinery design and analysis, while maintaining full engineer control and visibility into assumptions, inputs, results, and established turbomachinery engineering practices.

“These updates are about making AxSTREAM easier and faster to use for real engineering work,” said Valentine Moroz, COO of SoftInWay. “AxSTREAM AI is not a black box or a replacement for engineering judgment. It is designed to assist engineers within their workflow, helping them reach confident decisions earlier while maintaining engineering accuracy and best practices.”

The initial release also enhances Peter, SoftInWay’s AI workmate, with agentic capabilities. Peter actively assists engineers with tasks such as configuring system models, modifying elements, and executing analysis steps directly within the AxSTREAM System Simulation workflow, reducing manual effort while keeping engineers in control.

Together, these capabilities strengthen AxSTREAM’s role in system-level analysis, turbomachinery design optimization, and digital twin development, enabling engineers to build and evolve digital representations that reflect real operating behavior, support trade studies, and improve decision-making across the asset lifecycle.

AxSTREAM AI reflects SoftInWay’s commitment to holistic modeling, coupled 0D–3D physics, and practical, engineer-driven workflows, and is developed in close collaboration with SoftInWay’s global engineering, consulting, and support teams.

About SoftInWay Inc.

SoftInWay is an R&D engineering company specializing in the development of efficient propulsion and energy conversion systems. Its integrated and automated software platform, AxSTREAM®, covers all stages of design, redesign, analysis, and optimization of the turbomachinery used in energy and propulsion technology. AxSTREAM encompasses comprehensive 3D design, thermodynamic cycle analysis, rotor dynamics simulation, and secondary flow and cooling system optimization. SoftInWay also offers engineering consulting services and educational courses, available both in-person and online. SoftInWay supports over 750 companies worldwide and works closely with OEMs, service providers, utility companies, universities, research laboratories, and government organizations. You can find more information at www.softinway.com.

LuxCreo Announces Rebranding

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CHICAGO, IL, USA, Mar 5, 2026 – LuxCreo, a global leader in personalized medical and dental devices, is excited to launch of its refreshed visual identity and updated logo. This update marks a new chapter for our brand—one that reflects how far we’ve come, where we’re going, and the clinicians we’re proud to support every day. 

At its core, this evolution is driven by a clear and unwavering vision: a world where doctors are empowered to deliver personalized, high-quality patient care with precision and speed. As digital dentistry continues to advance, LuxCreo has grown alongside it, expanding globally, innovating across workflows, and redefining what’s possible with in-house production. Our new visual identity reflects that momentum.  

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You’ll notice a more modern, confident look; cleaner lines, refined typography, and a refreshed logo that signals innovation, reliability, and forward motion. While our appearance has evolved, what hasn’t changed is our commitment to clinicians. Everything we build, from smart materials with ActiveMemory to end-to-end workflows, is designed to simplify complexity and give doctors greater control over care. 

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This refreshed identity is more than a new look. It’s a visual expression of LuxCreo’s purpose, ambition, and belief in the future of dentistry where technology works seamlessly behind the scenes so clinicians can focus on what matters most: their patients. 

About LuxCreo

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DST Releases Working Model 2D V10 for 2D Kinematic, Dynamic Simulation

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Nitin Patil
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Design Simulation Technologies

CANTON, MI, USA, Mar 5, 2026 – DST (Design Simulation Technologies, Inc.; www.design-simulation.com), announced the release of Working Model 2D Version 10, the most significant update in the product’s thirty-year history. Version 10 introduces an AI assistant that builds simulations from natural language descriptions, a completely redesigned user interface, and a new COM/Python programming API that opens the simulation engine to external automation for the first time.

Working Model 2D is the world’s most widely used software for 2D kinematic and dynamic simulation. Used by engineers at organizations including NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and adopted by colleges and universities on six continents, it enables users to build mechanical systems on screen, run real-time physics simulations, and measure forces, velocities, and accelerations on any body or joint.

AI Assistant Integration

The headline feature of Version 10 is an AI assistant that communicates directly with the simulation engine through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Users can describe a mechanism in plain English — for example, “Build a slider-crank with a 5 cm crank and a 15 cm connecting rod” — and the AI creates the bodies, adds the joints, attaches a motor, and runs the simulation automatically.The AI assistant can also interpret hand-drawn sketches. Users phot

ograph a mechanism sketch, upload it, and the AI identifies the links, joints, and approximate dimensions to build a working simulation. This sketch-to-simulation workflow is especially valuable in educational settings, where students can go from a pencil drawing to a running simulation in seconds.

“The AI doesn’t replace the engineer\’s judgment or the educator’s teaching,” said Alan Wegienka, president of Design Simulation Technologies. “What it does is eliminate the tedious setup work — the clicking and configuring — so you can focus on what actually matters: understanding the physics, analyzing the results, and refining your design.”

Working Model 2D Version 10 with AI assistant: users describe a mechanism in plain English and the simulation builds itself.

Improved User Interface

Version 10 replaces the classic menu-and-toolbar interface with a modern design organized across seven task-specific tabs: Home, Model, Simulation, Results, Controls, Scripts, and View. A new browser panel on the left side of the workspace provides a hierarchical view of the entire model, with four tabs for browsing bodies, annotations, measurements, and input controls. Every item supports right-click context menus for quick access to relevant commands.

The redesigned Working Model 2D Version 10 interface with model browser, tabbed workspace, and real-time simulation.

New Programming API

Previous versions of Working Model could only be scripted through WM Basic. Version 10 introduces a full COM automation interface, making the simulation engine accessible from C++, C#, Visual Basic, and VBScript. Dedicated Python bindings are included out of the box, enabling users to write Python scripts that create models, run parametric studies, extract data, and automate entire simulation workflows. The new API is the same interface that powers the AI assistant, and it is fully available for users’ own programs and scripts.

Built-in Script Editors

Version 10 includes integrated code editors for both Python and VBScript directly inside the application. The editors provide syntax highlighting, automatic indentation, line numbering, and error highlighting, allowing users to write, test, and refine automation scripts without leaving Working Model.

External Interfaces and Simulink Co-Simulation

Version 10 adds direct, real-time data exchange interfaces to Excel, MATLAB, Python, and user-written DLLs. Simulation data flows out to these external tools during a running simulation, and computed results feed back as forces, torques, or actuator commands — all in real time. For control system engineers, Working Model 2D can now function as a plant model for Simulink, enabling full co-simulation between control logic and the mechanical system.

Availability

Working Model 2D Version 10 is available immediately. Free evaluation copies can be downloaded at www.design-simulation.com. Existing customers with active maintenance agreements are eligible for a free upgrade. Volume and academic licensing is available.

About Design Simulation Technologies, Inc. (DST)

DST develops physics-based simulation software. The company’s products are used by engineering professionals to build and test virtual models of their mechanical designs, and by STEM educators and students in the classroom to teach and learn about physics and engineering kinematics, dynamics, and machine design.

With DST’s SimWise 4D, Working Model 2D, and Dynamic Designer products, users evaluate design performance by conducting complete, accurate simulations. Engineers, professors and students can quickly perform “what-if” analyses, find and correct design problems, plus refine and validate designs without the need for physical prototypes.

Students in high school and college use Interactive Physics, DST’s award-winning educational software, to explore and understand the physical world through simulation.

DST develops, markets, and supports these software tools for commercial and academic users worldwide. Selected DST products are available from leading CAD suppliers and CAE resellers. Learn more by visiting the DST website at www.design-simulation.com.

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