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Maxon Announces Free Tools, Mobile Expansion of ZBrush, Cinema 4D

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BAD HOMBURG, Germany, Apr 23, 2026 – Maxon, a leading developer of powerful and intuitive 2D and 3D software and complete graphic design workflows, announced a major step forward in its mission to make professional creative tools more accessible to artists everywhere. With the debut of Cinema 4D on iPad, the return of the Autograph motion graphics application, and the expansion of Maxon tools to Windows on Arm (WoA) tablet devices, Maxon is lowering the barrier to entry while empowering artists to work where they want, how they want.

Professional Tools, Broader Access

As demand for 3D and motion content accelerates across social media, streaming, gaming, and immersive media, creators are seeking flexible and affordable entry points into professional workflows. Traditionally, professional creative software has been limited to desktop and required significant software and hardware investment. With this release, Maxon introduces new free-access tiers and mobile-first workflows to make its industry-standard tools more attainable without compromising professional capabilities.

“Accessibility, interoperability, and user empowerment are increasingly central to creative innovation,” said Dave McGavran, CEO of Maxon. “With these initiatives, we’re expanding access to professional tools so more artists can experiment, build, and grow within a connected creative ecosystem, using the same professional tools trusted across film, broadcast, and design.”

Cinema 4D for iPad: 3D Creation Goes Mobile

At NAB 2026, Maxon will unveil the beta of Cinema 4D for iPad, marking the first time such a professional 3D tool will be available on a mobile platform. Optimized for touch workflows, Cinema 4D for iPad delivers core 3D modeling and design capabilities in a streamlined, mobile-first interface. The iPad version* complements the desktop experience, allowing artists to explore ideas and work on projects on the go, the moment creativity strikes.

Cinema 4D has long been recognized for its accessibility and ease of learning within the professional 3D space. Bringing these capabilities to iPad extends that philosophy, making 3D creation more approachable for emerging artists while remaining compatible with modern production pipelines.

Cinema 4D for iPad will be available in late 2026.

* Recommended: iPad with M3 chip or later

Autograph Makes its Return

Maxon brings back Autograph, a modern motion graphics and compositing application, as a free download for individuals for all core features. Designed for motion designers, 2D/3D artists, content creators, and compositors, Autograph offers a professional foundation for creative experimentation and production, now accessible to anyone who wants to get started.

Autograph brings together 2D animation, compositing, and 3D capabilities in a unified environment optimized for speed and flexibility. Key features include a native Cloner system for dynamic, iterative animations, enabling designers to rapidly build complex motion graphics, and responsive design tools that allow simultaneous creation and adaptation across multiple aspect ratios – ideal for today’s multi-platform content landscape.

The application supports industry standards, including USD, OpenEXR, ACES, OpenColorIO, and OpenFX, and integrates with Universe and select Red Giant tools. Autograph also supports third-party OpenFX plugins, beginning with RE:Vision Effects, BorisFX, and Digital Anarchy, whose plugins are available directly through their own marketplaces, reinforcing Maxon’s commitment to an open, creator-first ecosystem.

Autograph is ideal for professionals across industries seeking a comprehensive toolset to achieve any creative goal, from branded quick-fire social media videos to feature film and broadcast-ready assets. Maxon is expanding access to professional motion graphics tools while continuing to invest in its complete ecosystem integration and supporting the design industry at large.

Maxon Expands to Windows on Arm

Maxon is bringing its complete ecosystem to next-generation Windows on Arm-powered hardware – including Dell’s tablet lineup, Microsoft Surface Pro (Snapdragon X Elite), and other compatible tablets and desktop systems – making its 3D, motion graphics, and digital sculpting tools more ubiquitous and adaptable to modern workflows.

ZBrush (desktop), Cinema 4D, and Red Giant tools within Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects are all now available on Windows on Arm-powered devices. Redshift is also supported on Windows on Arm with CPU rendering capabilities.

The Spring 2026 Maxon One Release

Today, Maxon announced its full slate of product updates in the Spring 2026 Maxon One Ecosystem release.

A More Open Creative Ecosystem

Together, these announcements signal an exciting evolution in Maxon’s creative offering. By expanding professional tools beyond traditional desktop-only environments and introducing free tiers, more creatives can access high-end creative workflows. While desktop versions of Cinema 4D and ZBrush remain essential for advanced simulations, large-scale scenes, and complex production pipelines, these new mobile offerings provide meaningful entry points for students, independent creators, and professionals seeking flexibility.

About Maxon

Maxon makes powerful, yet approachable software solutions for content creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects and visualization. Maxon’s innovative product portfolio helps artists supercharge their creative workflows. Our product lines include the award-winning Cinema 4D suite of 3D modeling, simulation and animation technology; the creativity-on-the-go Forger mobile sculpting app; the diverse Red Giant lineup of revolutionary editing, motion design and filmmaking tools; the leading-edge, blazingly fast Redshift renderer; and ZBrush, the industry-standard digital sculpting and painting solution. Maxon’s team is comprised of fun, passionate people who believe in building and empowering a successful artistic community. From our popular, inclusive events to our free Cineversity educational resources, Maxon recognizes that developing strong connections with creatives and fostering their professional growth is integral to our ability to stay on top of industry trends and better serve customers. Maxon is part of the Nemetschek Group.

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Verisurf Expands Sales Engineering Team in Eastern US Region

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ANAHEIM, CA, USA, Apr 23, 2026 — Verisurf Software, Inc., a leader in measurement solutions for manufacturing, is pleased to announce the addition of three new sales engineers dedicated to supporting customers across the eastern United States. This strategic expansion strengthens Verisurf’s ability to help manufacturers develop and implement effective metrology application strategies at a time when demand for precision measurement continues to accelerate.

The global metrology market is experiencing steady growth, driven by increased quality requirements, tighter tolerances, and the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies such as automation and digital twins. Industry analysts project continued expansion over the next decade as manufacturers invest in smarter inspection processes and data-driven quality control. In this environment, organizations are seeking scalable, flexible metrology solutions that can integrate seamlessly into existing workflows.

However, implementing a robust metrology strategy remains a challenge for many manufacturers. Common obstacles include integrating measurement data across multiple platforms, and addressing workforce skill gaps. Additionally, companies often struggle with inefficiencies caused by proprietary software limitations and lack of interoperability between CAD systems and inspection equipment. These challenges can slow production, increase costs, and limit the ability to maintain consistent quality standards.

Verisurf addresses these challenges with a comprehensive, open-platform measurement solution designed for flexibility and ease of use. Verisurf software is fully compatible with all major CAD file formats, enabling users to work directly with native design data without translation errors. Its hardware-agnostic approach supports all types of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), including fixed CMMs, laser trackers, portable arms, and optical scanners. This universal compatibility allows manufacturers to standardize processes, maximize existing equipment investments, and streamline training across teams.

By expanding its sales engineering team in the eastern region, Verisurf is enhancing its ability to provide localized expertise and hands-on support. The new team members will work closely with customers to evaluate current inspection workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement tailored metrology strategies that improve accuracy, speed, and overall productivity.

“Manufacturers today are under increasing pressure to deliver higher quality products faster and more efficiently,” said Nick Merrell, Executive Vice President of Verisurf Software, Inc. “Our investment in expanding the sales engineering team reflects our commitment to helping customers overcome metrology challenges with practical, scalable solutions. With Verisurf’s open platform and universal device compatibility, we empower organizations to unify their measurement processes and adapt quickly to evolving production demands.”

This expansion comes at a pivotal time for the manufacturing sector, as companies continue to modernize operations and adopt advanced inspection technologies. Verisurf’s customer-focused approach, combined with its powerful and flexible software platform, positions the company to support continued growth and innovation across industries including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and precision machining.

For more information about Verisurf and its metrology solutions, contact your regional sales engineer or visit www.verisurf.com.

About Verisurf

Verisurf Software, Inc. is a measurement solutions company committed to delivering advanced surface analysis, quality inspection, tool building, assembly guidance, and reverse engineering. Verisurf products and processes are vital to maintaining a digital thread between design, engineering, manufacturing, and finished part validation. Based on a powerful CAD platform, Verisurf is committed to digital Model-Based Definition (MBD), open standards, and interoperability with all coordinate measuring machines and CAD software. Verisurf solutions help manufacturers produce higher quality products in less time. You can learn more about Verisurf Software at https://verisurf.com

Stratasys Q1FY2026 Conference Call on May 7, 8:30AM ET

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MINNETONKA, MN, USA and REHOVOT, Israel, Apr 23, 2026 – Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq: SSYS) will release financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, on Thursday, May 7, 2026. The Company plans to hold the conference call to discuss its first quarter 2026 financial results on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. (ET).

The investor conference call will be available via live webcast on the Stratasys Web site at investors.stratasys.com, or directly at the following web address:

https://event.choruscall.com/mediaframe/webcast.html?webcastid=jBx4uZ5o

To participate by telephone, the U.S. toll-free number is 877-407-0619 and the international dial-in is +1-412-902-1012. Investors are advised to dial into the call at least ten minutes prior to the call to register. The webcast will be available for 6 months at investors.stratasys.com, or by accessing the above-provided web address.

About Stratasys

Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.

To learn more about Stratasys, visit www.stratasys.com, the Stratasys blog, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, or Facebook.

ENGEL Starts Global Roll-out of WINTEC e-win, Introduces Technical Enhancements in Two-Platen Series

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SCHWERTBERG, Austria, Apr 23, 2026 – At the beginning of April, the ENGEL Group starts the global roll-out of the all-electric WINTEC e-win injection molding machines outside Asia. At the same time, the group presents a revised and streamlined portfolio of its two-platen injection molding machines, consisting of the ENGEL duo and the WINTEC t-win. With this, the ENGEL Group adapts its portfolio to changing market requirements and provides injection molding processors worldwide with a clearly structured basis of cost-efficient and technologically suitable production solutions.

While ENGEL stands for highly integrated and individually configured production solutions, the WINTEC brand addresses standardised solutions with a clear focus on cost efficiency and availability. For users, this means being able to choose, depending on production requirements, between customised, highly integrated system solutions and standardised production solutions, with consistent engineering and quality standards within the group.

WINTEC e-win: all-electric standard solutions now starting globally

With the global roll-out of the all-electric e-win series, WINTEC expands the worldwide availability of this standardised series for energy-efficient injection moulding production outside Asia. The machines cover clamping forces from 1000 to 5000 kN and are designed for standardised production solutions with high cost efficiency.

The all-electric drive technology provides precise and dynamic control of all main movements. This leads to high repeatability of all movements and ensures high reproducibility as well as stable shot weights. For processors, this means consistent component quality even during long machine running times and within narrow process windows.

Energy consumption decreases, as energy is only required during the actual movements. This allows energy costs to be significantly reduced compared to hydraulic machines. At the same time, the use of hydraulic oil is eliminated, which reduces maintenance effort and downtime and keeps the production environment clean.

Process control is supported by the digital assistance systems iQ clamp control, iQ hold control and iQ weight control. iQ clamp control automatically adjusts the clamping force to the actual requirement and thereby reduces energy consumption and mould stress. iQ hold control optimises the holding pressure time and contributes to reducing material usage and cycle times. iQ weight control plus detects fluctuations in material viscosity and compensates for them within the same shot. This increases process stability and reduces scrap, particularly when processing recyclates.

The e-win is thus designed for applications in which high output, stable processes and low unit costs with high cost efficiency are the primary focus.

ENGEL duo: higher performance with reduced complexity

At the same time as the roll-out of the e-win, ENGEL has restructured the portfolio of the duo two-platen injection moulding machines. The series remains available in the clamping force range from 4500 to 55000 kN, larger machines up to 110000 kN have already been realised and even larger ones are also possible.

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The high-performance ENGEL duo two-platen injection moulding machines expand the usable mould space and increase flexibility in production. This reduces investment costs and facilitates the cost-efficient implementation of demanding applications.

The portfolio has been technically revised in order to meet market requirements even more effectively. The available clamping forces in the updated portfolio increase by up to 28% with the same platen sizes. This makes it possible to realise applications with higher performance requirements on the same machine platform.

In addition, wide-platen versions for the duo 1000 and duo 2100 have been newly added. The enlarged platens expand the usable mould space and enable the use of larger moulds within the same machine class. This increases flexibility in production and reduces investment costs.

In addition to maximum flexibility in terms of configuration and technical equipment, the ENGEL duo series continues to stand for high platen rigidity, low operating costs and low energy consumption. The short dry cycle times of this series ensure short cycle times and thus increased productivity. This is complemented by fast spare parts supply and a globally established service infrastructure. Since its market launch in 1994, more than 15000 machines have been installed worldwide.

WINTEC t-win: increased injection performance for higher productivity

The WINTEC t-win two-platen injection molding machines have also been further developed as part of the portfolio revision and are now globally available with clamping forces from 4500 to 40000 kN.

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The WINTEC t-win two-platen injection moulding machines offer high injection performance for large-volume components. This shortens filling times, increases productivity and ensures cost-efficient series processes.

The new injection units have up to 38% higher injection performance. This shortens filling times and expands the range of applications, particularly for large-volume or demanding components.

In addition, iQ weight control plus supports process control by automatically compensating for fluctuations in material viscosity. This increases consistency in series production and reduces scrap.

The t-win is consistently designed as a cost-efficient and robust two-platen machine for standard-oriented processes. It combines a standardised machine concept with reliable technology and offers high availability. With around 2000 installed machines, the series has established itself worldwide.

Broad portfolio for different production strategies

With the global roll-out of the all-electric e-win as well as the restructuring of the duo and t-win series, the ENGEL Group provides a clearly structured overall portfolio that covers different requirements in plastics processing.

Injection moulding processors benefit from a clear machine selection, faster project execution and higher cost efficiency. With the two brands ENGEL and WINTEC, the globally operating group covers a broad technological spectrum with which efficiency, process stability and cost efficiency can be specifically improved.

ENGEL AUSTRIA GmbH

ENGEL is one of the leading companies in plastics processing machinery. Today, the ENGEL Group offers all technology modules for plastics processing from a single source: injection molding machines for thermoplastics and elastomers, and automation – with individual components also competitive and successful in the market. With twelve production plants in Europe, North America and Asia (China, Korea) as well as subsidiaries and representatives in more than 85 countries, ENGEL provides its customers worldwide with optimum support to remain competitive and successful with new technologies and state-of-the-art production systems. For more information about ENGEL and its products, visit https://www.engelglobal.com.

BETA CAE Systems Releases 2025.1HF2 for ANSA, EPILYSIS, META, FATIQ, KOMVOS

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LUCERNE, Switzerland, Apr 23, 2026 – BETA CAE Systems is pleased to announce the release of 2nd Hot Fix of 2025.1 for ANSA, EPILYSIS, META, FATIQ, SPDRM, KOMVOS and ANSERS with critical bug fixes and selected implementations.

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Known issues resolved in ANSA

CAD to ANSA Translators

CAD to ANSA might fail for parts that contained the special character “%” in an attribute value.

CAD Import/Export

During export of STEP files, torus surfaces were not converted correctly.

Sketch 3D

Unexpected termination would occur when projecting a curve on shells with “Project on Source” direction.

GUI

ANSA would cease to respond in cases where multiple models were loaded in different windows, and the Fringe Plot was active.

In addition, screen view would jitter upon mouse click, while space mouse was active.

General

“NODE enumber” function would cause an abnormal software abortion when called from the search engine.

Moreover, referenced entities would not return the nodes using them.

Model Browser

Upon execution of the function “Detect Instances”, the Transformation Matrices were not calculated properly.

Modular Run Management

External connectors would disappear when replacing a simulation model from DM in a simulation run.

Data Management

Mesh parameters file was not read at all, while connected to a DM.

Connections & Assembly

Upon output, CBUSH entities generated through Connection Manager would not keep their orientation data.

Shell Meshing

Running check for solid cracks would lead to ANSA termination.

Also, ANSA would exit abnormally, in case of applying “Grids > Align” to target PLOTEL entities.

Volume Meshing

Focusing on function “Unstructured > Detect”, volume with facets would not be detected, when facets selection was activated and adjacent shells had opposite orientation.

Also, after executing “Extrude > Offset” function and applying “Save”, ANSA could cease to respond when transformations through keywords would exist in the model.

Referring to Structured Mesh, MAP window would not behave consistently after pressing “Back” to deselect entities.

Nastran

BGSET and BGADD would not be correctly output when “Parameter Output” option was set to “Model”.

Abaqus

Creation of CONSTRAINT > COUPLINF > FACET entity, would lead to unexpected termination if surface facets were selected through the Poly Area feature selection tool or other related methods.

Pressing Tab key in Material Data Table would lead to an abnormal software abortion.

Moreover, Material Orientation using distribution would not be exported for membrane elements.

Ansys

A fatal error occurred during Solver Submission on Windows installations, when submitting an Ansys job with number of CPUs equal to 1.

Kinetics

ANSA would exit abruptly while trying to load a flexible body in Flex Tools after deleting its modal file.

Modal results for flex bodies would not be calculated on Linux OS.

Also, the function “Reference on Kinetics entities” would display obsolete information.

RVE Generator [Homogenize]

Homogenization with EPILYSIS solver would give wrong Homogenized results if Material Orientation was assigned to the meshed RVE.

Scripting

Running script function mesh.ReleaseElements() would lead to software abortion, if no argument was given (run on visible).

Known issues resolved in EPILYSIS

Contacts

Unexpected termination would occur in cases where both moment-carrying glue (IGLUE=3/4) and non-moment-carrying glue (IGLUE=1/2) contacts existed in the model.

Known issues resolved in META

GUI

Copying window settings from one window to another would lead META to cease responding.

Settings

Upon exit, META would overwrite settings in META.defaults, if their value was modified.

In addition, order of docked items in the left dock area was not captured correctly when saving GUI settings.

Moreover, custom ribbons would not be exported as .xml items through the “Customize” option provided in the ribbon tabs.

Nastran

Upon results’ reading, Non-Linear Plastic Strain was not interpreted as expected; a regression since version 25.1.3.

Abaqus

Unexpected termination could occur upon reading of results on integration points.

Furthermore, analytical surfaces, as well as DCOUP3D elements, would not be properly read from an .odb file.

Ansys

META would exit abruptly when deformation was loaded using displacements values stored in single-precision format.

In addition, the imaginary state was not scanned correctly, resulting in incorrect displacement results.

Axisymmetric elements were not read as expected, and Imaginary values were incorrect while reading displacement and reaction force results.

LS-DYNA

Unexpected termination would occur on “StressesMinusInitial, (ECS) scalar” label on LS-DYNA SPH models.

Unexpected termination would also occur during output of multiple curves into punch format.

In addition, D3ZCF files were not read correctly.

FEMZIP

META would cease operating when loading Pam-Crash erfh5.fzip files under “Read Results > Curves”.

META would terminate abruptly when loading an ERF file, compressed with FEMZIP version 16.28.

Geometry was not properly read from FEMZIP ERF files. In specific, curves from .erfh5 files compressed in FEMZIP version16.28 and later would not be read, unless “File Format” was switched explicitly to “Pam-Crash”, instead of “Auto detect”.

FRF Assembly

Unexpected termination would occur when excluding at least one mode of a modal component and the component was connected using an FSI connector.

In addition, Disassembly tool did not work correctly when the starting frequency was set to 0 Hz.

Math Operations on Field Data

Animation bar calculations were not working as expected on states created by User Field Functions.

Project Files & METADB

Project file comments could not be retrieved when loading a project file saved using lossless settings.

2D Plots

Unexpected termination occurred when time history results were to be read and LS-DYNA abstat_cpm results were included in the same directory.

Furthermore, pressure curves from LS-DYNA cpm_sensor results were not plotted correctly.

Images & Video Handling

Since META v25.0.0, it was not possible to copy a video from one window to another.

Also, snapshots of report composer windows in batch mode would not provide the expected result.

Known issues resolved in KOMVOS

Configuration

Upon disconnecting from an SPDRM environment and trying to connect back, KOMVOS would freeze on the Settings Profile selection window.

Data Management

Upon launching, it would not be possible to select among the available settings profiles in SPDRM, in case of connection through external secure server (SSO).

Known issues resolved in FATIQ

General

Duration and repeats of multi-PSD events were not stored in .xml file.

Calculations

Unexpected termination would occur when channel calculation settings were set to independent, while the setting didn’t apply at this loading type.

Moreover, linear combination was not being executed correctly when using nodal stresses of .hdf format.

Weld Fatigue

Bending ratio and thickness correction factors were not read properly from the .xml file.

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Where to download from

  • BETA LM Toolkit and all the supported versions of the software of BETA CAE Systems are now available from Cadence.
  • To access the Cadence Downloads and the Cadence Support (ASK) portals you are required to first create your CadenceID, if you do not already have one.

What to download

  • Login to Cadence Downloads using your CadenceID.
  • Follow the options ANSAEPILYSISMETA 2025.1, Release Version ANSA EPILYSIS META 2025.1 HF2, Release Date 06-Apr-2026, select the required Operating System and get the available installers.
  • The installed files should replace any pre-releases or other files of this release downloaded prior to that date.

Important

The license files that are issued by Cadence Design Systems from February 2026 require that BETA LM 7.3 is installed on the license server. All supported versions of the BETA CAE Systems software and previously released license files are compatible with BETA LM v7.3.

BETA LM Toolkit and all the supported versions of the software of BETA CAE Systems are now available from Cadence. Login to Cadence Downloads using your CadenceID. New customers can download BETA LM v7.3 directly for Windows or Linux to produce the license server identification details required for licensing and a CadenceID.

It is important that you download and deploy BETA LM v7.3, so you can renew or upgrade your license file.

About BETA CAE Systems

BETA CAE Systems is a private engineering software company committed to the development of state of the art CAE software systems that meet the requirements of all simulation disciplines. The company’s products, the ANSA pre-processor/ EPILYSIS solver and META post-processor suite, and SPDRM, the simulation-process-data-and-resources manager, hold a worldwide leading position across a range of industries, including the automotive, railway vehicles, aerospace, motorsports, chemical processes engineering, energy, electronics, heavy machinery, power tools, and biomechanics.

Committed to its mission to produce best-in-class CAE software systems, BETA CAE Systems offers products that consistently exceed expectations and provides exemplary technical support to its customers. The company’s continuously growth attest to the high level of customer satisfaction and user confidence. For more information, visit http://www.beta-cae.com.

Makino, Yamazen Introduce Hybrid Market Model in Southern California, Arizona

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MASON, OH, USA, Apr 23, 2026 — Makino Inc., a global leader in advanced machining centers, EDM and manufacturing solutions, announced the evolution of its customer engagement model in Southern California and Arizona through the introduction of a hybrid market representation in collaboration with Yamazen Inc.

This approach reflects Makino’s ongoing commitment to aligning its go-to-market strategy with the unique needs of manufacturers in Southern California and Arizona—combining the strength of Makino’s direct technical organization with the regional presence and responsiveness of a trusted distribution partner.

Through this hybrid model, customers will experience a more integrated support structure, bringing together Makino’s deep application engineering, process expertise, and advanced machining technologies with Yamazen’s local engagement and customer support capabilities.

“Our priority is to ensure customers have the right level of access to both technology and expertise,” said Bob Henry, executive vice president, Makino Inc. “By evolving our model in Southern California and Arizona, we are strengthening how we deliver value—through closer collaboration, improved responsiveness, and a consistent customer experience.”

Southern California and Arizona represent critical manufacturing markets with strong demand across aerospace, medical, and high-precision industries. This transition enhances Makino’s ability to support these sectors with tailored solutions, including advanced 5-axis machining, EDM technologies, integrated automation systems, and access to engineering and process expertise.

“Our team is excited to expand our relationship with Makino and bring their world-class machining solutions to customers in Southern California and Arizona,” said James Hansen, President of Yamazen Inc. “This agreement reflects our continued commitment to delivering high-performance manufacturing technologies supported by strong application expertise and responsive regional support.”

Makino and Yamazen will work in close coordination to ensure seamless communication, technical alignment, and continuity of support for customers throughout the region.

Makino will continue to maintain a strong direct presence while leveraging Yamazen’s regional capabilities to enhance customer engagement and responsiveness.

About Makino Inc.

A world leader in advanced CNC machine tools. Makino manufactures a wide range of high-precision metal-cutting machining centers and Electrical Discharge Machines (EDM) including three, four, and five axis machines in both horizontal and vertical configurations. Our turnkey and integration/automation services provide single source responsibility minimizing risk to production launch dates. With Makino engineering services, we offer industry-leading workpiece processing expertise for even the most challenging applications. For more information, call 1.513.573.7200 or visit www.Makino.com.

About Yamazen Inc.

Yamazen Inc. is a leading distributor of advanced manufacturing technologies, providing precision machine tools, automation solutions, and engineered systems across North America. Headquartered in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Yamazen delivers application expertise, technical support, and integrated manufacturing solutions to customers across a wide range of industries.

MecSoft Releases RhinoCAM, VisualCAD/CAM 2026

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DANA POINT, CA, USA, Apr 23, 2026 – MecSoft Corporation, the developer of industry-leading CAM software solutions, has announced the availability of RhinoCAM 2026 and VisualCAD/CAM 2026. RhinoCAM 2026 is the latest version of MecSoft’s fully integrated Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) plug-in for Rhino 8. VisualCAD/CAM 2026 is a completely independent CAD and CAM solution from MecSoft.

Key Highlights of the Release

Powerful automation, faster simulation, and expanded machining intelligence!

New Machining Operations

  • Automatic 3+2 Roughing Setups with adaptive roughing support.
  • 4-Axis Extrusion Machining with Across, Along, and Helical patterns.
  • 4-Axis Extrusion Projection Machining for projecting curves onto 3D surfaces.
  • 2.5-Axis Automatic Deburring with Ball, Vee, Chamfer, & Taper Mills.

GPU-Accelerated Tri-Dexel Simulation

  • Triple-orthogonal dexel model enabling fast, accurate simulation.
  • Significant speedups across 2.5, 3, 4, & 5-axis operations using the GPU.
  • Superior performance handling high toolpath complexity.

Fixture & Toolpath Enhancements

  • Dedicated 3D fixtures for each setup with multiple-fixture support.
  • Arc-based feed rate optimization, including slowdown in corners.
  • Improved drill point sorting using last point continuation.

Post-Processor & API Updates

  • Support for drill heads, dual-head machines, and non–G-code formats.
  • New G68.2 rotated-plane machining capability.
  • Expanded API for setups, operations, workflows, and simulations.

Stability & Performance Improvements

  • Enhanced reliability across operations.

Free demo software downloads of RhinoCAM 2026 and VisualCAD/CAM 2026 can be requested here.

About MecSoft Corporation

Headquartered in Dana Point, California, MecSoft Corporation is a worldwide leader in providing Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software solutions for the small to mid-market segments. These solutions include the VisualCAD/CAM®, and RhinoCAM™ products. These software products deliver powerful, easy-to-use and affordable solutions for users in the custom manufacturing, rapid prototyping, rapid tooling, mold making, aerospace, automotive, tool & die, woodworking, and education industries.

For the latest news and information, visit mecsoft.com or call (949) 654-8163.

Velo3D, Andretti Performance Collaborate for 2026 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge

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FREMONT, CA, USA, Apr 22, 2026 – Velo3D, Inc. (NASDAQ: VELO), an industry leading metal additive manufacturing company, will partner with Andretti Performance as an official sponsor and additive manufacturing technology provider for two 2026 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge events.

The partnership will feature Velo3D branding on the No. 43 Andretti Performance Porsche at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and Indianapolis Motor Speedway, while also showcasing Velo3D’s advanced manufacturing capabilities through the deployment of performance-critical components produced using its metal additive manufacturing technology.

As part of the collaboration, Velo3D designed and manufactured an aluminum CP1 radio controls mounting bracket for the No. 43 Porsche to improve rigidity and performance of critical cockpit communication and control systems. Produced using Constellium’s Aheadd® CP1 aluminum alloy, a high-performance material developed for additive manufacturing and increasingly utilized in aerospace and defense applications for its lightweight, high-strength, and elevated-temperature properties, the component was optimized using generative design tools to maximize structural efficiency while minimizing weight, reflecting the late John Andretti’s philosophy: “smart, but aggressive”.

The collaboration serves as a real-world demonstration of how advanced additive manufacturing is transforming performance engineering through lighter, stronger, and more intelligent component design in one of the world’s most demanding operating environments.

“I’m very excited to bring Velo3D into auto racing with Andretti Performance,” said Jarett Andretti, driver of the No. 43 entry. “I learned about Velo3D a few years ago and have been impressed how they have pushed boundaries on propulsion engines in aerospace and defense. I’m excited to have found an opportunity for us to partner.”

“Andretti embodies the same relentless pursuit of precision, performance, and innovation that defines Velo3D,” said Arun Jeldi, Chief Executive Officer of Velo3D. “This partnership is more than brand alignment. It is a real-world demonstration of how advanced additive manufacturing can solve complex engineering challenges and deliver superior performance in the most demanding environments. We believe opportunities like this expand awareness of Velo3D’s differentiated technology while showcasing the broader potential of additive manufacturing beyond traditional industrial markets.”

About Velo3D

Velo3D is a metal 3D printing technology company that enables customers to build mission-critical metal parts that were previously impossible to manufacture. The fully integrated solution includes the Flow print preparation software, the Sapphire® family of printers, and the Assure quality control system—all of which are powered by Velo3D’s Intelligent Fusion® manufacturing process. The company delivered its first Sapphire system in 2018 and has been a strategic partner to innovators such as Honeywell, Honda, Chromalloy, and Lam Research. Velo3D has been named as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. For more information, please visit Velo3D.com, or follow the company on LinkedIn or X.

C3D Labs Releases C3D Viewer 4.8.0 for 3D Geometry Visualization

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Nitin Patil
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C3D Labs

MOSCOW, Russia, Apr 22, 2026 – C3D Labs, developer of the C3D Toolkit, announced the release of C3D Viewer 4.8.0. The new release features an interactive tool for scene lighting configuration. The user can choose from three predefined lighting scenarios or create a custom one.

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Available lighting scenarios

The lighting settings panel offers a wide range of options. There is an unlimited number of movable light sources. For each source, its type (directional, spot, floodlight), contribution to different reflection components (ambient, diffuse, specular), and color. This opens up endless possibilities for scene customization.

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Lighting options

The Explode tool functionality has been expanded. Now, not only the top-level assembly, but also its subassemblies can be exploded.

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Exploded view of a subassembly.


There are additional options for the Explode tool for the precise positioning of the components. The explosion begins at the center of the model or selected component. The object filter can now hide small details or, conversely, large elements. The explosion modes include radial, along the axis of symmetry, or perpendicular to it.

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Additional options for the Explosion tool

The measurement tools have also been updated: now they can handle wireframe geometry. Wireframes consist of vertices, edges, and lines. They are the underlying structures for surfaces or solids.

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Wireframe measurements

A new tool controls surface finish symbols and notes so they can be viewed for every component within the assembly.

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Switching notes

Another new setting is the accuracy (number of decimal places) for the center of mass properties. The accuracy controls the computational performance. This feature is available via the API.

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Calculation of center of mass properties

All these updates significantly expand the visualization and analysis capabilities, making it easier to handle lighting, assemblies, measurements, and notes.

For more information about C3D Viewer, visit https://c3dlabs.com/products/c3d-viewer.

About C3D Labs

C3D Labs specializes in the technology-intensive market of software components. The company was founded in 2012 by ASCON Group, a CAD and PLM developer well-known in Russia, who began development of the C3D kernel in 1995.

C3D Labs today provides the C3D Toolkit for engineering software that constructs and edits precise 3D models. As a tool for software developers, C3D Toolkit is the only package to incorporate all four modules critical to CAD — 2D/3D modeling, 2D/3D constraint solving, 3D visualization, and file conversion. For more information, visit https://c3dlabs.com.

Siemens Industrial Edge Ecosystem Strengthens Data, AI Integration

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Nitin Patil
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Siemens Industrial Edge

HANNOVER, Germany, Apr 22, 2026 – At Hannover Messe 2026, Siemens has announced significant expansions to its Industrial Edge ecosystem, accelerating data and AI integration and releasing enhanced cybersecurity functionalities. These enable a seamless integration of IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments, optimize processes and reduce operational disruptions.

“Siemens Industrial Edge is evolving into a comprehensive platform that combines AI, security and ecosystem innovation,” says Dr. Horst J. Kayser, CEO Factory Automation at Siemens Digital Industries. “This gives our customers greater operational flexibility, simplified IT/OT integration and certified security for critical operations – all from one scalable platform.”

AI integration and decentralized SCADA for greater flexibility

The Industrial AI Suite, based on Industrial Edge, is now generally available. It simplifies the entire AI lifecycle and enables embedding industrial AI via a complete infrastructure, easily scaling AI models and managing them across locations. The Industrial AI Suite supports a wide range of AI-based applications such as predictive maintenance and visual inspection to reduce downtime and sustainably increase production quality. In the latest version, the Industrial AI Suite also enables significantly more effective AI model retraining by allowing customers to combine image data with production data from MES systems or controllers. 

Monitoring and data acquisition with SCADA systems is now possible in a decentralized manner via Industrial Edge: WinCC Unified is now generally available, and WinCC Open Architecture is now available as an Edge App and for the virtual PLC (SIMATIC S7-1500v). 

Certified security for critical infrastructures

Industrial Edge Management version 2.0 combines a redesigned, more user friendly and efficient user interface with enhanced data management and security for distributed infrastructures. At the same time, the platform now supports additional hypervisors such as OpenShift and Hyper-V, enabling Siemens Industrial Edge to be operated flexibly on existing IT infrastructures. Siemens thus bridges the requirements of both the IT and OT worlds. IEC 62443-4-2-certified security functions for critical infrastructures, including air-gapped operation in which systems are physically isolated from external networks, are targeted for release in the second half of 2026 and are expected to provide enhanced cybersecurity. The high security and data management capabilities have been independently confirmed. Testing institute UL Solutions has awarded Siemens Industrial Edge and the virtual PLC the “Smart Systems Verified – Platinum” certification, evaluating six key categories: connectivity and interoperability, control and automation, digital experience, functional value, resilience, and cybersecurity.

Enhanced data management with Industrial Information Hub

The Industrial Information Hub has been fundamentally expanded. The data management solution enables bidirectional data flow: data models can now be synchronized in parallel between edge devices and central IT systems in both directions. This opens up new IT/OT integration scenarios. In addition, the new version of the Industrial Information Hub is available on ARM-based devices such as the SIMATIC IOT2050, which can, for example, be operated on battery power, with LTE-based wireless networking planned for a future release. Thanks to energy-efficient operation, this also means edge applications can be implemented at locations without permanent power supply. These innovations are particularly relevant for decentralized SCADA applications in logistics, water and waste management, or for renewable energy.

Expanding an ever-growing partner ecosystem 

New partner solutions are also expanding the Industrial Edge ecosystem. Together with 36Zero Vision, MVTec and Basler, solutions are being developed in the areas of machine vision and quality inspection. From AI-driven defect detection and no-code image processing to modularly deployable image processing and analysis functions, companies can integrate machine vision use cases into manufacturing in a scalable manner. OnLogic is joining the Industrial Edge ecosystem to deliver powerful capabilities in the harshest industrial environments. Through the compatibility of OnLogic’s rugged industrial PCs with Siemens Industrial Edge, the partnership brings secure, centrally managed digitalization to Oil & Gas, challenging manufacturing environments, and remote edge locations that require high-performance computing in the field.

About Siemens Digital Industries

Siemens Digital Industries (DI) empowers companies of all sizes within the process and discrete manufacturing industries to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformation across the entire value chain. Siemens’ cutting-edge automation and software portfolio revolutionizes the design, realization and optimization of products and production. And with Siemens Xcelerator – the open digital business platform – this process is made even easier, faster, and scalable. Together with our partners and ecosystem, Siemens Digital Industries enables customers to become a sustainable Digital Enterprise. Siemens Digital Industries has a workforce of around 70,000 people worldwide.

About Siemens AG 

Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, mobility, and healthcare. The company’s purpose is to create technology to transform the everyday, for everyone. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers customers to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformations, making factories more efficient, cities more livable, and transportation more sustainable. A leader in industrial AI, Siemens leverages its deep domain know-how to apply AI – including generative AI – to real-world applications, making AI accessible and impactful for customers across diverse industries. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a leading global medical technology provider pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. In fiscal 2025, which ended on September 30, 2025, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €78.9 billion and net income of €10.4 billion. As of September 30, 2025, the company employed around 318,000 people worldwide on the basis of continuing operations. Further information is available on the Internet at www.siemens.com.

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