cad interoperability software suite

CAD
INTEROPERABILITY
SOFTWARE SUITE
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3D_Evolution© Conversion Engine is today’s leading MCAD
collaboration suite. Designed for a seamless, integrated
process, it is the ideal enhancement for your PLM environment.
MCAD CONVERSION ENGINE
WEB INTERFACE
Today, collaborating and sharing 3-D data within MCAD environments is
The 3D_Evolution© Web interface allows users in a worldwide company network
a major requirement for organizations, and expanded CAD data exchange
to access 3D_Evolution© in batch mode. Conversion tasks are being processed
capabilities are an important competitive factor. 3D_Evolution©´s native
in the central job list on the Enterprise Batch Manager server. The systems
interfaces – a powerful healing technology combined with the fastest
scripting language is designed to automate workflows and facilitate process
conversion process as well as our 64-bit technology – are taking CAX
integration.
interoperability to a new dimension.
On multiprocessor machines the compution of jobs can be distributed so that
huge data volumes will be processed within the shortest time, using
hardware resources optimally.
MCAD FORMATS AND MORE
3D_Evolution© has been designed for a flexible and easy data exchange with
your customers, sub-suppliers and engineering partners supporting your
PDQ CHECKER
requirements of design, engineering, FEA, CAM and digital factory.
Our PDQ Checker assures the quality of 3-D models regardless of format or
The software supports all primary systems and data formats such as CATIA®,
generating system. Used in the design process or checking your incoming and
NX , ProEngineer , I-DEAS, SolidWorks, Robcad , JT , STEP, PDF... and many
outgoing CAD data, the 3D_Evolution© PDQ Checker verifies all 3-D geometries
more.
in accordance with SASSIG and VDA 4955/2 specifications. The results can be
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saved in a HTML format.
In interactive mode failures
It combines an easy-to-use graphical user interface and
are displayed on the model.
a powerful scripting language for process integration
Specific repair functions allow
and automation. The flexibility and scalability offered by
for an easy correction of
3D_Evolution© means it is immediately ready to start in any
indicated modeling errors.
MCAD environment.
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3D_Evolution© Feature Based technology converts
100% workable, fully functional CAD models,
maintaining features, parameters, PMI and metadata.
THE FUTURE OF INTEROPERABILITY
ADAPTIVE REMASTERING
Today, companies are looking for interoperability that goes beyond the need
3D_Evolution© Feature Based performs an adaptive optimization of the model’s
for CAD translations in a boundary representation (B-Rep) of 3-D models. Our
history taking full account of the feature types and the data structure of the
innovative Feature Based technology gives companies the freedom to optimize
target system.
human resources within MCAD environments and to convert legacy data without
Plug-ins available for major CAD systems are automatically remastering the
loosing product knowledge and time.
adapted Feature Based models, maintaining assembly structure, features and
related parameters, PMI and metadata as well as B-Rep geometries.
If a parametric model contains skins for surface split operations or imported
solids, our proven healing functions allow for a robust remastering of
subsequent feature operations.
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INDEPENDENT INTERFACES
RELIABLE VALIDATION
Our native interfaces extract the history, features and related parameters
After conversion, the shape of the original parts and assemblies can be
directly from the binary file, without requiring access to a license or the API of
compared with the converted models to validate the resulting geometries.
the original CAD system. By importing CAD data directly, the entire information
If a difference is detected, the logfile lists the maximum deviation and
necessary can be retrieved extremely fast and without any limiting factors.
the software creates a lightweight visualization displaying variances in detail.
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Save your intellectual property though sharing 3-D data.
Within seconds the Simplifier creates bounding geometry
from parts and assemblies providing lightweight solid
models.
IP PROTECTION AT THE PUSH OF A BUTTON
SIMPLIFIER DETAILS
Within seconds, through a simple push of a button, the Simplifier creates
Details, e.g. specific holes or other features that should be excluded from
bounding geometry from parts and assemblies. This technology is the most
simplification, can be selected by the user before the process is being started.
efficient IP protection for 3-D models available today. This unique technology
also creates lightweight models used for digital mock-up and virtual reality
Bodies can be deleted automatically by names, e.g. *DIN* or *M12*, listed in a
applications in order to alleviate the handling of large assemblies.
text file. Also a minimum volume can be defined, bodies falling below this value
will be deleted automatically during the process.
AUTOMATIC SIMPLIFICATION
The simplification process can also be executed fully automatic in batch mode
controlled by the Enterprise Batch Manager. Using the batch mode, the Simplifier
SOLID QUALITY
facilitates the automatic simplification of very large data volumes within the
The Simplifier removes the interior geometry of a model providing perfect
shortest of time.
lightweight solids of the bounding geometry, easy to handle for further use in
any CAX system. Simplified models can be converted to all B-Rep or tessellated
By separate handling of the
formats available for 3D_Evolution©.
assembly and part files using
distributed multiprocessor
computation 3D_Evolution©
reaches an unrivaled
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performance.
FEM Tools is bridging the gap between CAD and
CAE with easy-to-use direct modeling, midface and
defeaturing functions for a flexible and accelerated
product development process.
INDEPENDENT QUALITY
MIDFACE
Interfaces for all major formats are making CAE analysts independent from
This clever tool set creates midfaces from solid bodies and automatically trims
access to a CAD system. Check, healing and conversion functions assure perfect
the resulting faces for a connected high-quality sheet body. A wide range
model quality, while easy-to-use manual functions are helping to repair even
of semi-automatic functions efficiently reduces the time needed to create perfect
very difficult geometries – for a fast and focussed model clean-up.
midface models. Several parameters to limit the maximum wall thickness and
draft angle are helping to automate the process. The wall thickness of the
original solid is attached to the midface model and can be saved in FEA-specific
formats such as Nastran.
DEFEATURING AND DIRECT MODELING
METAFACING MINIPATCHES
Through intelligent defeaturing functions for geometry simplification, features
Minipatches and their basic surfaces can be merged by the Metacee function at
such as holes, rounds, chamfers, letters and other details can be deleted within
the push of a button. Depending on the geometry, the elimination of minifaces
seconds and without specific CAD know-how. Robust direct modeling functions
is resulting in up to 75% lesser faces. Thanks to Metaface, geometry can now
allow for an easy-to-use and reliable manipulation of geometry, to optimize
be meshed and handled easier for CFD and CAE calculations resulting from an
models for CFD and CAE mesh generation.
efficient reduction of elements.
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Advanced Analysis is easy-to-use and provides
reliable results.
It works for all current CAD formats and allows a fast
computation even for very large data volumes.
GEOMETRIC COMPARISON
THICKNESS CHECKER
Advanced Compare indicates and displays reliable and fast all variances between
The Thickness Checker indicates areas of a critical, user-defined wall thickness,
different 3-D geometries. Parts and assemblies of different formats can be
e.g. in casting parts. Areas where the wall thickness falls below or rises above
compared with a user-defined accuracy. The powerful 3D_Evolution graphics
the defined value are highlighted clearly and can be displayed separately while
provides a clear overview. Discrepancies are highlighted with a colour scale,
the values are indicated by colour. The Advanced Compare technology saves
and filter functions allow for an easy interactive analysis. Not only geometric
precious human resources, increases quality and avoids costly changes already
variances can be detected, but also separated assembly structure as well as PMIs
at an early stage of the product development.
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can be compared. Performed in batch mode the Advanced Analysis functions
create HTML logfiles and a lightweight viewer format as graphical output.
COLLISION DETECTION
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For digital mock-up our reliable Collision Detection finds intersections between
CLEARANCE CONTROL
parts in assemblies. Parts with allowed intersections can be listed in a XML
This technology is important to assure the quality of assemblies, e.g. to avoid
file and will then be excluded from the process. The detected collisions are
vibration noises caused by parts outside a defined clearance interval.
highlighted by intersection curves while the model can be displayed transparent.
A clearance can also be checked within parts to avoid design errors causing
The collision report file contains the list of collision partners as well as the
manufacturing problems. Reliability, high-resolution display as well as
related fully functional 3-D models and the collision curves.
outstanding performance are shared between all Advanced Analysis modules.
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ABOUT CORETECHNOLOGIE
In the market for CAD Interoperability CT CoreTechnologies today is the leading
global producer of 3D Conversion Software Solutions. Our mission is to optimize
interoperability helping organizations to streamline their PLM-Processes.
Our success is based on superior products.
The 3D_Evolution Software Suite is the first choice for CAD data conversion
and IP-Protection. 3D_Evolution is used by numerous leading companies that
engineering and consumer goods industry.
The 3D_Kernel_IO OEM Software API with CAD readers based on a specialized
mathematical library allows the efficient, precise and independent access to all
current native and standard formats. Today our mature Interfaces are embedded
in many well known CAD, CAM, FEA, Virtual Reality and Metrology Products.
3D_Analyzer Viewer is the perfect tool to independently review models of all
major native and standard formats. 3D_Analyzer enables the availability of
3D Models and Metadata Information as well as advanced analysis capabilities
throughout the entire product lifecycle process.
The result of our sustainable strategy is an unchallenged technical leadership and
the most comprehensive range of collaboration software products available today.
CATIA® and SolidWorks® are registered Trademarks of Dassault Systèmes, SIEMENS PLM Software ®,
Robcad ®, and Ideas® are registered Trademarks of SIEMENS, ProEngineer ® is a registered Trademark
of Parametric Technology Corporation
are developing complex products in the automotive, aerospace, mechanical
1/2013
GERMANY
FRANCE
JAPAN
U.S.A.
ITALY
CT CoreTechnologie GmbH
CT CoreTechnologie Vente
CT CoreTechnologie Japan Office
CT CoreTechnologies Inc.
Achelon Software House S.r.l.
Am Kreuzberg 7
Parc Techsud
〒100-0006
63 Dixie Hwy
12043 Canale (CN)
D-63776 Mömbris
12 rue du Professeur Jean Bernard
Tokyo Chiyoda-ku Yurakucho
Rossford, OH 43460 U.S.A.
C.so Rodilhan, 23
Tel: +49 (0)6029 98 999 10
F-69007 Lyon
1-6-3 Hibiya Eisen Bldg.
Tel: +1 (419)662 7700
[email protected]
[email protected]
Tel: +33 (0)4 78 61 79 42
Tel: +81 (0)3 3591 2619
[email protected]
www.achelon.it
[email protected]
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CAD
INTEROPERABILITY
API
Kernel_IO
Embedding our API makes all
current CAD formats available in your
application - cost efficient and within
the shortest space of time.
INTEROPERABILITY SOLUTIONS
NATIVE INTERFACES
Today engineering software companies and their customers are looking for new
All standard and native interfaces are developed and
with native readers based on a specialized mathematical library allowing the
of the newest CAD format versions. 3D_Kernel_IO reads assembly
ways to read a variety of 3D CAD data formats. 3D_Kernel_IO is the first API
efficient, precise and independent access to all native and standard formats.
maintained by CoreTechnologie ensuring a guaranteed support
structure, attributes like names, curves, or layers, entities like points, B-REP
solids and skins as well as tessellated models. Furthermore, features with
history, PMI, attributes and metadata (e.g. DC Master, publications) are directly
accessible without a CAD license or application:
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INVENTOR
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JT-Format
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XT-Format
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ACIS
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STEP AP 203/214
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IGES
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CATIA V5
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CATIA V4
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PRO/ENGINEER
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SIEMENS NX
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IDEAS NX
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SOLIDWORKS
PROVEN TECHNOLOGY
In addition 3D_Kernel_IO
provides unique and proven
functions and modules
with automatic healing,
PDQ-Checker, Assembly
Management, Precision
Tessellation, Metafacing,
Defeaturing, Model Comparison
ADAPTIVE CONVERSION AND HEALING
During the conversion process, the 3D Models will be adapted to the tolerance
and the mathematics of the target system to provide exceptional quality.
Healing functions will automatically correct failures, such as gaps, overlaps,
twisted and mini-faces. Even a set of single surfaces can be sewn automatically
into watertight solids with a user-defined accuracy.
and Simplifier to extend the
capabilities of your software.
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Available on Windows, Linux,
Unix and MAC for 64 and 32 Bit
Platforms.
EASY TO INTEGRATE
FLEXIBLE LICENSING
3D_Kernel_IO API is based on C++ and on the Compiler Microsoft VisualStudio.NET.
3D_KERNEL_IO allows software editors to satisfy all their interoperability
to parameters in the C++ classes. That means one integration for all formats
annual licensing fee or per license cost. The licensing system can be adopted
available in your application within the shortest time.
License manager.
The interrogation functions are standardized for all formats, allowing the access
and functions! Therefore, 3D_Kernel_IO can be deployed very easily and will be
needs dealing with only one vendor, one API and one predictable and affordable
as open library with code protection or optional as locked API based on Flexlm
EASY TO USE
3D_Kernel_IO also includes
a simple to use GUI to
verify the results of your
integration and to try
the various options and
commands the API offers. It
also comes with a complete
documentation as well as
PMI INFORMATION
3D_Kernel_IO native interfaces also read the PMI information like GD&T
annotations, datums and text. All links to the geometry are provided; this
is mandatory to use PMI in Metrology and CAM applications. Generalized
interrogation functions allow an easy access to the PMI data of any CAD format
providing important information for a seamless PLM process.
descriptive programming
samples.
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Providing specific functionalities
for CAD CAM CAE VR and
Metrology.
HISTORY AND FEATURES
GEOMETRIC COMPARISON
3D_Kernel_IO native interfaces read feature Information and PMI of threads,
3D_Kernel_IO Compare indicates differences between bodies, assemblies and
holes, chamfers, filets, patterns, drafts, pockets, extrusions and other feature
PMI information. Assemblies with different naming and/or structure will also be
types as well as assembly features. The data structure represents all feature
analyzed. B-REP and tessellated models can be compared.
history and parameters directly from the binary file without requiring access to
BOUNDING GEOMETRIES
a license of the source CAD system.
The Simplifier module generates bounding geometry of individual parts and
types used by today’s CAD systems. 3D_Kernel_IO maps the construction
assemblies. These simplified models are ideal for use in digital mock-ups
and factory simulation. The Simplifier function creates exact envelopes of the
original parts and assemblies. This function removes the interior of a geometry
providing a perfect lightweight solid bounding geometry easy to handle for
subsequent operations.
TESSELATION
The accurate and fast tessellation
of 3D models as well as healing
functions for triangulated models
are optimizing CAD data for
digital mockups, virtual reality,
and high-end rendering.
Parameters for maximum chord
CAM INFORMATION
The associated faces of each feature on the B-REP Model will be indicated by
3D_Kernel_IO and can be traced easily. Threads information is provided, which
is important for annotations and PMI that reference construction elements like
sketches, planes or datum axes. In addition to the Feature Recognition module
extracts Feature Information from any B-REP Geometry. These information e.g.
deviation, triangle size, and
the angle between adjacent
triangles are used for B-REPS or
the recalculation of triangulated
models. VRML, JT, and STL are
available.
of holes and pockets can be accessed by the same interrogation functions.
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ABOUT CORETECHNOLOGIE
In the market for CAD Interoperability CT CoreTechnologies today is the leading
global producer of 3D Conversion Software Solutions. Our mission is to optimize
interoperability helping organizations to streamline their PLM-Processes.
Our success is based on superior products.
The 3D_Evolution Software Suite is the first choice for CAD data conversion
and IP-Protection. 3D_Evolution is used by numerous leading companies that
engineering and consumer goods industry.
The 3D_Kernel_IO OEM Software API with CAD readers based on a specialized
mathematical library allows the efficient, precise and independent access to all
current native and standard formats. Today our mature Interfaces are embedded
in many well known CAD, CAM, FEA, Virtual Reality and Metrology Products.
3D_Analyzer Viewer is the perfect tool to independently review models of all
major native and standard formats. 3D_Analyzer enables the availability of
3D Models and Metadata Information as well as advanced analysis capabilities
throughout the entire product lifecycle process.
The result of our sustainable strategy is an unchallenged technical leadership and
the most comprehensive range of collaboration software products available today.
CATIA® and SolidWorks® are registered Trademarks of Dassault Systèmes, SIEMENS PLM Software ®,
Robcad ®, and Ideas® are registered Trademarks of SIEMENS, ProEngineer ® is a registered Trademark
of Parametric Technology Corporation
are developing complex products in the automotive, aerospace, mechanical
1/2013
GERMANY
FRANCE
JAPAN
U.S.A.
CT CoreTechnologie GmbH
CT CoreTechnologie Vente
CT CoreTechnologie Japan Office
CT CoreTechnologies Inc.
D-63776 Mömbris
12 rue du Professeur Jean Bernard
Tokyo Chiyoda-ku Yurakucho
Tel: +33 (0)4 78 61 79 42
Tel: +81 (0)3 3591 2619
Am Kreuzberg 7
Tel: +49 (0)6029 98 999 10
[email protected]
Parc Techsud
〒100-0006
F-69007 Lyon
1-6-3 Hibiya Eisen Bldg.
[email protected]
[email protected]
63 Dixie Hwy
Rossford, OH 43460 U.S.A.
Tel: +1 (419)662 7700
[email protected]
CAD VIEWER
ADVANCED ANALYSIS
COLLABORATION TOOL
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3D_Analyzer Viewer is the perfect tool to independently
review and analyze Models of all major CAD native and
standard formats. With unique Features and its brandnew,
intuitive Userinterface our Viewer is the best in class
product on the market today.
KEYFEATURES
• Comprehensive measuring functions
• Redlining functions
• Display of CAD Features and Parameters
• Display of PMI und Annotations
• Display of Metadata
• Creation of sections with dynamic plane
• User defined views
• Bounding box calculation
SPEED AND PRECISION
Equipped with powerful graphics, superfast interfaces and 64 Bit memory
• Surface calculation
impressive speed. The High end interfaces read e.g. CATIA, NX, ProE,
• Geometric comparison
with the exact B-REP and the Tesselation, allowing precise measurements and
• PMI comparison
management 3D_Analyzer loads and analyzes even very large assemblies with
• PDQ Checker Sassig/VDA 4955/2
SolidWorks, STEP and JT also with Features, PMI and Metadata. The viewer works
• Assemblystructure comparison
an exact calculation of the model properties.
• Wallthickness Checker
• Collision Detection Checker
• Backlash Checker
• Screenshot function
• Native Viewerformat
• Floating License and/or Dongle
ADVANCED ANALYSIS FUNCTIONS
The Compare function indicates and displays all geometric differences between
PDQ CHECKER
The certified PDQ Checker is checking the quality of 3D models regardless of
compared. Differences greater than a userdefined Tolerance are highlighted with
format or generating CAD-System. The Checker verifies all 3D geometries in
a colourscale and dynamic filterfunctions allow for an easy interactive analysis.
accordance to SASSIG and VDA 4955/2 specifications. Userdefined profiles
Specifically the Assemblystructure can be compared and missing, moved or added
can be defined and saved. The check results will be saved in a html logfile.
parts are indicated. The tool also compares PMI Information. The results are
Modellingerrors are displayed clearly on the model and can be filtered using the
treewindow.
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models reliable, precise and fast. Parts and Asemblies of all current formats can be
saved in a logfile and the native Format. The Anylysis Package also includes the
Wallthickness Checker as well as the Collision Detection and the Backlash Checker.
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Advanced Analysis is easy-to-use and provides
reliable results.
It works for all current CAD formats and allows a fast
computation even for very large data volumes.
GEOMETRIC COMPARISON
THICKNESS CHECKER
Advanced Compare indicates and displays reliable and fast all variances between
The Thickness Checker indicates areas of a critical, user-defined wall thickness,
compared with a user-defined accuracy. The powerful 3D_Evolution© graphics
the defined value are highlighted clearly and can be displayed separately while
different 3-D geometries. Parts and assemblies of different formats can be
e.g. in casting parts. Areas where the wall thickness falls below or rises above
provides a clear overview. Discrepancies are highlighted with a colour scale,
the values are indicated by colour. The Advanced Compare technology saves
variances can be detected, but also separated assembly structure as well as PMIs
at an early stage of the product development.
and filter functions allow for an easy interactive analysis. Not only geometric
can be compared. Advanced Analysis functions create HTML logfiles and a
precious human resources, increases quality and avoids costly changes already
lightweight viewer format as graphical output.
COLLISION DETECTION
For digital mock-up our reliable Collision Detection finds intersections between
CLEARANCE CONTROL
parts in assemblies. Parts with allowed intersections can be listed in a XML
This technology is important to assure the quality of assemblies, e.g. to avoid
highlighted by intersection curves while the model can be displayed transparent.
A clearance can also be checked within parts to avoid design errors causing
related fully functional 3-D models and the collision areas.
outstanding performance are shared between all Advanced Analysis modules.
file and will then be excluded from the process. The detected collisions are
The collision report file contains the list of collision partners as well as the
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vibration noises caused by parts outside a defined clearance interval.
manufacturing problems. Reliability, high-resolution display as well as
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ABOUT CORETECHNOLOGIE
In the market for CAD Interoperability CT CoreTechnologies today is the leading
global producer of 3D Conversion Software Solutions. Our mission is to optimize
interoperability helping organizations to streamline their PLM-Processes.
Our success is based on superior products.
The 3D_Evolution Software Suite is the first choice for CAD data conversion
and IP-Protection. 3D_Evolution is used by numerous leading companies that
engineering and consumer goods industry.
The 3D_Kernel_IO OEM Software API with CAD readers based on a specialized
mathematical library allows the efficient, precise and independent access to all
current native and standard formats. Today our mature Interfaces are embedded
in many well known CAD, CAM, FEA, Virtual Reality and Metrology Products.
3D_Analyzer Viewer is the perfect tool to independently review models of all
major native and standard formats. 3D_Analyzer enables the availability of
3D Models and Metadata Information as well as advanced analysis capabilities
throughout the entire product lifecycle process.
The result of our sustainable strategy is an unchallenged technical leadership and
the most comprehensive range of collaboration software products available today.
CATIA® and SolidWorks® are registered trademarks of Dassault Systèmes, SIEMENS PLM Software ®,
Robcad ®, and Ideas® are registered trademarks of SIEMENS, ProEngineer ® is a registered trademark
of Parametric Technology Corporation
are developing complex products in the automotive, aerospace, mechanical
1/2013
GERMANY
FRANCE
JAPAN
U.S.A.
CT CoreTechnologie GmbH
CT CoreTechnologie Vente
CT CoreTechnologie Japan Office
CT CoreTechnologies Inc.
D-63776 Mömbris
12 rue du Professeur Jean Bernard
Tokyo Chiyoda-ku Yurakucho
Tel: +33 (0)4 78 61 79 42
Tel: +81 (0)3 3591 2619
Am Kreuzberg 7
Tel: +49 (0)6029 98 999 10
[email protected]
6
Parc Techsud
〒100-0006
F-69007 Lyon
1-6-3 Hibiya Eisen Bldg.
[email protected]
[email protected]
63 Dixie Hwy
Rossford, OH 43460 U.S.A.
Tel: +1 (419) 662 7700
[email protected]