Latest SIMPOE-MOLD Unveiled at SolidWorks World 2006

By DE Editors

SIMPOE(Torcy, France) pulled the wraps off the latest version of SIMPOE-MOLDat SolidWorks World 2006 in Las Vegas this week. According to SIMPOEPresident Alain DuBois, the new release is an integrated, scalable, andoffers full functionality for parts designers and plastic specialists.He called the program "the missing link in the plastics industry forcompanies implementing a collaborative product development process,within a product lifecycle management strategy."

New features of the plastic injection molding simulation softwareinclude an improved built-in mesher, with automatic optimization of themesh of the CAD model files imported directly from the CAD program. Itlets the user maintain the option of manually controlling meshparameters. Other improvements are an updated material and plasticresin data library; a built-in editor for designing, selecting, andanalyzing runners and cooling channel geometries quickly and easily;and direct integration of SIMPOE-MOLD with CAD software.

SIMPOE-MOLD is available in several languages through a worldwidenetwork of specialized Value Added Resellers. For more information,visit simpoe.com.