BOSTON, MA, USA, Apr 19, 2021 – PTC (Nasdaq: PTC) will release its fiscal 2021 second quarter results on Wednesday, April 28th after the stock market closes. Senior management will host a live webcast and conference call to review the results on Wednesday, April 28th at 5 p.m. Eastern Time. The earnings press release and accompanying prepared remarks will be accessible prior to the conference call and webcast on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s web site at PTC Investor Relations.

• What: PTC Fiscal Q2’21 Conference Call and Webcast
• When: Wednesday, April 28th, 2021 at 5:00pm (ET)
• Webcast: https://investor.ptc.com/
• Replay: To access the replay via webcast, please visit https://investor.ptc.com/.

About PTC

PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) PTC enables global manufacturers to realize double-digit impact with software solutions that enable them to accelerate product and service innovation, improve operational efficiency, and increase workforce productivity. In combination with an extensive partner network, PTC provides customers flexibility in how its technology can be deployed to drive digital transformation – on premises, in the cloud, or via its pure SaaS platform. At PTC, we don’t just imagine a better world, we enable it. For more information, visit https://www.ptc.com.

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SUNNYVALE, CA, USA, Apr 16, 2021 – Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced the availability of Trimble Quadri Building Information Modeling (BIM) collaboration software in North America. Well-known in Europe, Quadri software provides a common data environment for 3D project models, facilitating collaboration across the project for planners, designers, construction teams and project owners working on infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges and railways. The streamlined data flow enables an optimized and construction-ready design, closing the gap between office and field.

Increased Collaboration

Users have access to both utility and construction information, which enables faster collaboration and drives constructability from the start. With the ability to organize, group and control data sets within a single model or project, Quadri software delivers reliability and transparency of key features and work streams throughout the asset lifecycle.

Creating the Digital As-Built

At the center of the integrated common data model is the digital twin, or virtual model, where users can view, manipulate and test an as-built representation of the project for Internet of Things (IoT) integration. The BIM collaboration software also enables stakeholders to maximize the value of their existing technologies on a software-agnostic platform based on open standards and with API connectors. Additionally, 3D BIM modeling saves time and money by reducing the number of documented drawing sheets by up to 90 percent.

“Trimble Quadri streamlines the data flow from design to construct, providing designers, civil contractors and owners a common data environment to collaborate on infrastructure projects in real-time,” said Shelly Nooner, general manager, Trimble Civil Design and Engineering Division. “Available in Europe since 2013, the software has been used in infrastructure projects throughout Norway after the Norwegian Public Roads Administration began requiring digital design models. In preparation for the release in North America, we have been running pilot programs with several U.S. DOTs, including the New Mexico DOT, to understand their needs as they prepare for the Federal Highway Administration’s Every Day Counts initiative. Similar to the Norwegian Administration, this initiative promotes wider technology adoption to manage rising costs in infrastructure maintenance.”

“The sooner that we can bring designers, engineers, and contractors together, the more efficient a project will be,” said Priscilla Benavides, design manager, Central Region New Mexico DOT. “A collaborative platform such as Trimble’s Quadri software helps us think as one and work toward efficient project delivery from the design to the constructible model.”

Availability

Trimble Quadri BIM collaboration software, formerly only sold in Europe, is now available in North America, expanding Trimble’s Connected Construction portfolio.

A virtual launch and demo event will be held on April 27. Register for the event or for more information, visit: constructionsoftware.trimble.com/quadri.

About Trimble Construction

Trimble is developing technology, software and services that drive the digital transformation of construction with solutions that span the entire architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry. Empowering teams across the construction lifecycle, Trimble’s innovative approach improves coordination and collaboration between stakeholders, teams, phases and processes. Trimble’s Connected Construction strategy gives users control of their operations with best-in-class solutions and a common data environment. By automating work and transforming workflows, Trimble is enabling construction professionals to improve productivity, quality, transparency, safety, sustainability and deliver each project with confidence. For more information, visit:  construction.trimble.com.

About Trimble

Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety and sustainability. From purpose built products to enterprise lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are transforming industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB), visit:  www.trimble.com.

LEUVEN, Belgium, Apr 16, 2021 – Materialise, a global leader in 3D printing solutions, has acquired an option to buy Link3D Inc., an additive workflow and manufacturing execution systems (MES) company. The acquisition will extend Materialise’s ability to help companies gain control of their manufacturing floor as they scale up their additive manufacturing (AM) capability into volume production. In addition, the acquisition will allow Materialise to accelerate its roadmap to offer cloud-based access to its integrated software platform. It also is expected to broaden Materialise’s industrial customer base across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, and offer Link3D customers a seamless connection to Materialise’s Magics 3D print suite.

“By joining forces with Link3D, we expect to be even better positioned to provide our customers with a solution to plan, manage and optimize their AM operations”, said Fried Vancraen, CEO of Materialise. “This agreement exploits the synergy between the two companies and will help us to remove some of the complexity associated with scaling 3D printing as part of a connected, industrial manufacturing process.”

Link3D offers additive MES workflow software to help companies scale their digital manufacturing operations across complex supply chains and IT environments. Its MES and workflow solutions help bolster overall adoption of AM for series production in major manufacturing industries, including aerospace, automotive, consumer, medical and energy.

Streamlining Additive Manufacturing Workflows

3D printing continues to transform the factory floor as companies increasingly turn to 3D printing for large-scale production. However, as these companies scale their 3D printing processes and integrate these operations with existing production infrastructures, they are confronted with increasingly diverse, complex and distributed manufacturing environments. Materialise and Link3D each offer MES-solutions that help these organizations gain control over their manufacturing floor. The synergy between the two companies will allow Materialise to help customers scale their AM capability across complex supply chains with greater operational excellence.

“At Link3D, it has always been our mission to help companies unlock the full potential of AM into their existing supply chains”, Link3D CEO Shane Fox said. “By teaming up with Materialise, a global pioneer of the 3D printing industry, we expect to be able to offer our combined user base access to a robust and comprehensive manufacturing suite of solutions, enabling them to take Additive Manufacturing to the next level”, Link3D Co-Founder and CTO Vishal Singh said.

NATICK, MA, USA, Apr 16, 2021 – MathWorks previewed the agenda for MATLAB EXPO 2021 to be held live across multiple international time zones during May 4–5, 2021. The event will feature more than 70 sessions and interactive workshops spanning 10 focus areas including AI, autonomous systems, modeling and simulation, predictive maintenance, 5G and radar, and teaching with MATLAB and Simulink. Attendance is free and registration is now open at: www.matlabexpo.com/online.html.

MATLAB EXPO will highlight the latest features and capabilities of MATLAB and Simulink through real-world examples and hands-on demonstrations, while providing a forum for engineers, scientists, and researchers to share knowledge, network with peers, and talk to MathWorks experts.  The conference also will offer interactive MATLAB and Simulink workshops as well as a digital exhibition area showcasing more than 20 MathWorks partners and affiliates.

Included: MathWorks Automotive Conference

New for 2021, MATLAB EXPO will incorporate the MathWorks Automotive Conference (MAC), the flagship event for MathWorks automotive customers worldwide. With two dedicated tracks in the EXPO, MAC 2021 will offer 15+ industry-specific sessions on topics including automotive megatrends, automated driving, electrification, and virtual vehicles. The MAC keynote, “Transforming the Software Development Paradigm to Meet the Unique Needs of Our Industry and Customers,” will be presented by Jeff Daiker, Executive Director at Cummins.

MATLAB EXPO Program Highlights

The COVID-19 pandemic was unlike anything we have ever experienced. Scientists and engineers around the world responded to this monumental challenge and quickly developed solutions – from detection to containment to treatment – using MATLAB and Simulink. In his keynote, “Scientists and Engineers Save the World,” MathWorks Vice President of Marketing, Rich Rovner, will highlight transformative projects and surprising applications of MATLAB and Simulink in the fight against the pandemic.

The agenda also includes keynotes from renowned MathWorks customers.

“Advancing 5G for a New Decade,” John Smee, Vice President of Engineering, Qualcomm Technologies Inc. The talk will explore how 5G supports a variety of industries, including industrial IoT, automotive, and extended reality (XR). It will highlight the state of 5G technology today and what the recently completed 3GPP 5G NR Release 16 specifications include.

“The Interactions Between Natural and Artificial Intelligence,” Prof. Dr. Moritz Helmstaedter, Director of the Max Planck Institute for Brain Research, Frankfurt. What can next-generation AI learn from new insights into the neural network architecture of our brains? This talk reports how researchers are using neural network mapping (“connectomics”) in the brain to learn how biological computers work.

“Electrification in the Aerospace Industry,” Dr. Amit Gupta, Head of Rolls-Royce Electrical Singapore Pte Ltd. Electrification is being hailed as a pillar of the so-called Fourth Industrial Revolution. Rolls-Royce Electrical’s vision is to be a world-class supplier of electrical power and propulsion systems to drive electrification. This presentation offers insight into the direction electrification will take in the aerospace industry.

Flexible Access to Interactive Presentations

As an online event, MATLAB EXPO 2021 is open to participants from around the world. On each day of the show, the event will be repeated in four blocks of 3.5 hours each for participants in four time zones. Those located in Asia (start 09:00 a.m. IST), Europe (start 10:00 a.m. CEST), U.S. East (start 08:30 a.m. EDT) and U.S. West (start 09:30 a.m. PDT) will have the opportunity to select sessions from any block to suit their personal schedules.

For a detailed agenda and registration, visit: www.matlabexpo.com/online.html

Learn more about interesting projects with MATLAB and Simulink in our Blog.

About MathWorks

MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software. MATLAB, the language of engineers and scientists, is a programming environment for algorithm development, data analysis, visualization, and numeric computation. Simulink is a block diagram environment for simulation and Model-Based Design of multidomain and embedded engineering systems. Engineers and scientists worldwide rely on these product families to accelerate the pace of discovery, innovation, and development in automotive, aerospace, electronics, financial services, biotech-pharmaceutical, and other industries. MATLAB and Simulink are also fundamental teaching and research tools in the world’s universities and learning institutions. Founded in 1984, MathWorks employs more than 5000 people in 16 countries, with headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts, USA. For additional information, visit mathworks.com.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA, Apr 16, 2021 – Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) has announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Upchain, a provider of instant-on, cloud-based product lifecycle management (PLM) and product data management (PDM) solutions. The acquisition positions Autodesk to deliver more value for engineers, manufacturers, suppliers and other product stakeholders by increasing collaboration across the decentralized product value chain, regardless of CAD system.

Upchain has created a unified cloud platform that eliminates the boundaries of traditional PLM and PDM technologies, helping manufacturers manage complexity across teams by putting data at the center of the product development process.

“Resilience and collaboration have never been more critical for manufacturers as they confront the increasing complexity of developing new products. We’re committed to addressing those needs by offering the most robust end-to-end design and manufacturing platform in the cloud,” said Andrew Anagnost, President and CEO of Autodesk. “The convergence of data and processes is transforming the industry. By integrating Upchain with our existing offerings, Autodesk customers will be able to easily move data without barriers and will be empowered to unlock and harness valuable insights that can translate to fresh ideas and business success.”

Autodesk will maintain Upchain’s open approach to data, supporting integration not only with solutions like Inventor, AutoCAD and Fusion 360, but also with other CAD systems commonly used in the manufacturing industry.

“The acquisition of Upchain is a big step toward meeting our customers where they are, removing the barriers to collaboration and bridging the gap between data management and process management technologies,” said Scott Reese, Executive Vice President of Product Development and Manufacturing Solutions at Autodesk. “Disruption has become a constant in the world of manufacturing. Being equipped with instant access to data across the product value chain gives companies the ability to remain agile and bring compelling products to market quickly and efficiently.”

Upchain serves a diversified customer base from across industries including automotive and aerospace, industrial machines, transportation, entertainment, and textiles and apparel.

“We’ve had a singular focus at Upchain to up-level cloud collaboration across the entire product lifecycle, changing the way that people work together so that everyone has access to the data they need, when they need it,” said John Laslavic, CEO and Founder of Upchain. “Autodesk shares our vision for radically simplifying how engineers and manufacturers across the entire value chain collaborate and bring a top-quality product to market faster. I look forward to seeing how Upchain and Autodesk, together, take that vision to the next level in the months and years to come.”

For more information, please see the accompanying PDF here.

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close during Autodesk’s second quarter of fiscal year 2022, ending July 31, 2021.

About Autodesk

Autodesk makes software for people who make things. If you’ve ever driven a high-performance car, admired a towering skyscraper, used a smartphone, or watched a great film, chances are you’ve experienced what millions of Autodesk customers are doing with our software. Autodesk gives you the power to make anything. For more information visit https://www.autodesk.com or follow @autodesk.

ANDOVER, MA, USA, Apr 16, 2021 – Aras, the only resilient platform provider for digital industrial applications, today announced an expansion of available subscription offerings to support the cloud requirements of the largest global companies. The powerful new SaaS offering, called Enterprise Edition, now complements the existing Standard Edition (formerly Premier) and Free Edition. Enterprise Edition delivers full customization capabilities in an all-inclusive SaaS format with DevOps processes specifically designed to meet the mission-critical demands of the most complex scenarios. The new subscription offer from Aras provides unmatched cloud capabilities for the largest enterprise deployments.

Until now, large global organizations have been forced to make unacceptable trade-offs when considering SaaS capabilities for engineering and manufacturing. Choose a cloud-only SaaS provider with limited functionality, customization restrictions, and few integration connector options, or purchase an outdated legacy system with no path forward.

To make the cloud work for mission-critical workloads at major corporations, Aras has created a true enterprise SaaS offering that includes a unique set of benefits:

1. Complete application functionality – Entire suite from global product development, systems engineering & simulation management to manufacturing process definition, quality and Digital Twins
2. Full integration capabilities – Direct connectors to MCAD, ECAD, CAE, MBSE, ALM, ERP, PDM and more
3. Total solution customization – All the flexibility of the Aras low-code platform without limitations
4. Real DevOps processes – End-to-end, multi-environment CI/CD to support global Agile/SAFe teams
5. Secure data isolation – Superior IP protection for supply chain collaboration
6. Upgrade control – Customer scheduled updates with customizations contractually guaranteed to work

“The largest manufacturers have shown interest in moving some key product development processes to the cloud,” said Jeff Hojlo, Research Vice President, Industry Ecosystems & Product Innovation Strategies at IDC. “More complex supply chains, increased customer and partner-driven designs, and the demand for more customized local products drive the need to collaborate with a diverse global team. Cloud accelerates this ability and provides a flexible environment in which to evolve the product development process and overall business.”

Enterprise SaaS from Aras enables large companies to fast-track cloud modernization and replacement of legacy PDM systems. Alternately, if full replacement of existing on-premise legacy is not the priority, the flexibility and open connectivity of Aras enable cloud platform overlay scenarios for faster digitalization of strategic processes without the disruption of legacy replacement. For existing Aras subscribers running Aras Innovator in their own data centers, the move to SaaS is even easier.

In addition to the creation of the new, all-inclusive enterprise SaaS offering, Aras is providing flexible options for customers that want to use their own cloud subscription or perform their own infrastructure management. Aras has made Aras DevOps and Aras Managed Services available as add-ons to the Standard Edition subscription.

“Our commitment to resilience guarantees that cloud technology advancements will always be seamless for our customers,” said Peter Schroer, Founder and CEO of Aras. “Our objective from day one has been to provide a future-proof platform that adapts to technology advancements so our subscribers can seamlessly move their unique processes forward to realize the benefits of digitalization without incompatibilities or upgrade obstacles.”

You can learn more about the new Aras Subscription offerings by visiting www.aras.com, contacting your local Aras representative, or joining us for our free digital event ACE 2021 on April 19-21, 2021.

About Aras

Aras provides a resilient platform for digital industrial applications. Its open, low code technology enables the rapid delivery of flexible, upgradeable solutions for the engineering, manufacturing and maintenance of complex products. Aras’ platform and product lifecycle management applications connect users in all disciplines and functions to critical product data and processes across the lifecycle and throughout the extended supply chain. Airbus, Audi, DENSO, GE, GM, Honda, Kawasaki, Microsoft, Mitsubishi, and Nissan are using the platform to manage complex change and traceability. Visit www.aras.com to learn more and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

DANA POINT, CA, USA, Apr 15, 2021 – MecSoft Corporation announces the release of CAMJam 2021, the Video Training Companion for their popular VisualCAD/CAM, RhinoCAM and VisualCAM for SOLIDWORKS desktop milling modules. CAMJam 2021 is a video archive and viewing guide of training sessions conducted by the support staff at MecSoft Corporation and more. It includes updates for the new 2021 products as well as all of the CAMJam 2020 version videos.

“We’re very excited about our new CAMJam 2021 video archive and viewing guide. It builds upon previous versions and includes videos on all of our CAM modules including MILL, TURN, NEST, ART, MESH, plus our new exclusive AMS bonus modules Profile-NEST, and the very popular G-Code Editor! CAMJam 2021 now includes easy access to all available printed training materials through a bonus Resource Guide for each platform! You also get easy access to our popular Learn CAD/CAM blog series and case studies, all organized, indexed and searchable, so you know exactly which video to watch to get questions answered!” said Don LaCourse, Senior Application Engineer at MecSoft Corporation and one of the principals involved in the creation of this product.

CAMJam 2021 includes:

1. New instructional videos covering the complete suite of the MecSoft 2021 CAM module functionality including MILL, TURN, NEST, ART and MESH!
2. Now includes training materials on MecSoft’s exclusive AMS Bonus modules Profile-NEST and the popular G-Code Editor!
3. New instructional videos on 2½ axis, 3 axis, indexed and simultaneous 4 and 5 axis milling and multi-axis robot machining!
4. The CAMJam 2021 PDF user guide for the organization and easy retrieval from the video and document libraries.
5. The source 2D & 3D practice part files referenced in the CAMJam video archive!
6. Plus bonus user guides including the 2021 Question & Answer Guide, the 2021 Cutting Tools Workbook and other print media!

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 products VisualCAD/CAM, RhinoCAM and VisualCAM for SOLIDWORKS. 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.

TROY, MI, USA, Apr 15, 2021 – Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas of simulation, high-performance computing, data analytics and artificial intelligence, announced the completion of its previously announced CFO transition. Matthew Brown, who joined Altair in January 2021, has succeeded Howard Morof as Altair’s chief financial officer.

Altair also announced today that Brian Gayle, a senior vice president with more than 5 years of service with Altair’s accounting team, has been designated to succeed Mr. Morof as Altair’s principal accounting officer.

About Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR)

Altair is a global technology company that provides software and cloud solutions in the areas of simulation, high-performance computing, data analytics and artificial intelligence. Altair enables organizations across broad industry segments to compete more effectively in a connected world while creating a more sustainable future. To learn more, please visit www.altair.com.