FARO's CAM2 Measure X1: the Fastest Software for Large CAD Files
June 21 2005 - 1:30PM
PR Newswire (US)
FARO's CAM2 Measure X1: the Fastest Software for Large CAD Files
LAKE MARY, Fla., June 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- FARO
Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:FARO), the only company with a complete
line of portable 3D coordinate measurement systems for the
Computer-Aided Measuring (CAM2) market, announced it has released
CAM2 Measure X1 -- an entirely new software that continues FARO's
commitment to set new standards in CAD-based measurement. (Logo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000522/FLM035LOGO ) "X1 lets
users load and render very large files faster than any other
program -- regardless of the system," FARO Software Product Manager
Ken Steffey said. "One of the files tested was 551 MB. CAM2 X1
opened it in only five seconds and took just five seconds to render
it. Other CAD programs would take 15 minutes or more to open and
render a file that large." The core technology that enables CAM2 X1
to accomplish this feat is a patent-pending graphics/CAD engine.
Although details are proprietary, the Company divulged that the
software engine allows multiple measurement files to refer to
single CAD file, instead of each file containing all of the CAD
part data. Moreover, because it loads and manages the assemblies
more efficiently, the huge gains in processing time aren't limited
by a computer's processor speed. "Our research revealed that
despite the number of software programs out there, there wasn't a
single program that could handle the very large CAD files typical
in our target markets, handle them quickly, while also being easy
to use," FARO CEO Simon Raab said. "CAM2 Measure X1 is the only
software that masters all three criteria." The superior
file-handling capability also empowers CAM2 Measure X1 users to
deal with entire CAD files, rather than slicing them up into
separate, more manageable sections. They can easily measure and
draw 3D parts or components without having to wait for the software
to open or render the complete file, thus allowing them to
significantly increase their productivity and efficiency. CAM2
Measure X1 has added versatility thanks to its advanced CAD
Translator that supports more formats than ever, including IGES,
VDA, CATIA(R) v4 and v5, Unigraphics, Parasolid, SolidWorks, Solid
Edge, ProE, Inventor and OpenNURBS. Other noteworthy new features
are: * On-Screen Labels provide more action-ready ready data by
allowing users to review results on-screen without picking a
specific feature * Feature Constraints set certain parameters for
feature calculation resulting in more precise arc measurement
during large volume applications * The 3-2-1 Coordinate System
options have been expanded to enable users to set the primary axis
on a cylinder or bore, not just a plane as in previous versions *
Enhanced Layer Management simplifies organizing measured and
nominal data * Custom Tool Macros maximize efficiency by allowing
users to easily and conveniently program their own specialized
commands for repeat measurements -- without complicated
constructions. "This advanced software adds to CAM2 Measure's core
capabilities and strengths without sacrificing it's ease-of-use --
and that's crucial," FARO President Jay Freeland said. "If you
can't remember how to use your measurement software, is it really
that powerful?" CAM2 Measure X1 has been translated and released in
eight different languages to support FARO's worldwide customer
base. The Company will continue to support its previous line of
CAM2 software, as well. About FARO With more than 7,500
installations and 3,800 customers globally, FARO Technologies, Inc.
(NASDAQ:FARO) and its international subsidiaries design, develop,
and market software and portable, computerized measurement devices.
The Company's products allow manufacturers to perform 3D
inspections of parts and assemblies on the shop floor. This helps
eliminate manufacturing errors, and thereby increases productivity
and profitability for a variety of industries in FARO's worldwide
customer base. Principal products include the FARO Laser ScanArm;
FARO Laser Scanner LS; FARO Gage and Gage-PLUS; Platinum, Digital
Template, Titanium, Advantage FaroArms; the FARO Laser Tracker X
and Xi; and the CAM2 family of advanced CAD-based measurement and
reporting software. FARO Technologies is ISO 9001 certified and
ISO-17025 laboratory registered. Learn more at http://www.faro.com/
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CONTACT: Darin Sahler, Global Public Relations Officer, FARO,
+1-407-333-9911, or Web site: http://www.faro.com/
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