3D Systems and Materialise Team-Up to Provide Complete Rapid Prototyping Solutions; 3D Systems to Offer Magics Software with Its SLA(R) and SLS(R) Systems.VALENCIA, Calif. & LEUVEN, Belgium -- 3D Systems Corporation (Nasdaq:TDSC TDSC Thai Development Support Committee TDSC Time Domain Signal Coding TDSC Test Driver System - Charlie TDSC Time-Domain Spreading Code ), a leading provider of rapid 3-D printing, prototyping and manufacturing solutions, and Materialise, one of the drivers in software development for rapid prototyping Building a part one layer at a time using a method of additive fabrication such as 3D printing. Such parts are used for concept modeling to determine if the product design meets the customer's expectations. and manufacturing, have entered into a worldwide distribution agreement that covers the Magics product line. Under terms of the agreement, Magics, Materialise's specialized software for rapid prototyping work preparation and STL (STereoLithography) A 3D printing file format created by 3D Systems for its stereolithography system. Also supported by many numerical control, rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing machines, STL provides the surface geometry of the item in triangles. manipulation, will be offered with 3D Systems' stereolithography The first 3D printing technology, which was pioneered by Chuck Hull of 3D Systems. See 3D printing. (SLA (1) (StereoLithography Apparatus) See 3D printing. (2) (Service Level Agreement) A contract between the provider and the user that specifies the level of service expected during its term. (R)) and selective laser sintering See laser sintering and 3D printer. (SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) See laser sintering and 3D printing. (R)) systems. Materialise's cutting-edge Magics software offers fast and easy-to-use solutions for rapid prototyping and manufacturing processes. Over the years, the Years, The the seven decades of Eleanor Pargiter’s life. [Br. Lit.: Benét, 1109] See : Time software has grown into a common platform for the rapid prototyping community. Magics is indispensable software for the rapid prototyping process. Cutting parts to fit on the build platform, hollowing models to save material and build time, Z compensation, labeling, automated three-dimensional geometry nesting that minimizes build height and time... it's all in there. "We are proud to team up with 3D Systems, the company that invented our industry. This industry is now in transition from a prototype phase to maturity in manufacturing," comments Wilfried Vancraen, Materialise's CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "We feel confident that the increasing group of professional 3D Systems' users will appreciate the effectiveness, reliability and productivity that Magics brings them. Cost-effective manufacturing of 3D models requires the integration of manufacturing systems with qualified logistical and data handling systems, which Materialise pioneered 15 years ago and continues to develop." Magics' suite of integrated software Separate software components or applications that have been combined into one package. See integrated software package. tools provides an important part of a total solution for 3D Systems' SLA and SLS systems customers. The availability and seamless integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. of complementary tools helps 3D Systems' advanced users take full advantage of the exceptional part quality, high throughput, and broad range of materials' availability with 3D Systems' SLA and SLS product lines, including the new, state-of-the-art Viper(R) Pro SLA and Sinterstation(R) Pro SLS systems. "We are pleased to work with an innovative and experienced software company like Materialise, a true industry pioneer and partner that has been providing exceptional software products for our growing family of rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing customers for many years," said Abe Reichental, president and CEO of 3D Systems. "Teaming up with complementary solutions' providers like Materialise demonstrates our strong commitment to expanding the range of our products and services and to delivering to our customers economical rapid manufacturing solutions that improve their bottom line and enhance their competitive position." About Materialise Materialise started out in 1990 as a Rapid Prototyping Service Bureau and has since grown to become one of the leaders in software development for Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing processes. Materialise software equips customers to accomplish their most challenging tasks with ease. The software can be summed up this way: integrated solutions whose key element is design automation, and whose goal is to offer a competitive advantage by driving efficiency and cutting costs. Materialise is a trusted partner worldwide for the leading companies of the automotive, aerospace and consumer electronics industries. The company has development, sales and training offices all over the world. Its software development team is the largest in the sector. For more information visit the company's website at www.materialise.com. About 3D Systems Corporation 3D Systems is a leading provider of rapid 3-D printing, prototyping and manufacturing solutions. Its systems and materials reduce the time and cost of designing products and facilitate direct and indirect manufacturing by creating actual parts directly from digital input. These solutions are used for design communication and prototyping as well as for production of functional end-use parts: Transform your products. More information on the company is available at www.3dsystems.com, or via email at moreinfo@3dsystems.com. |
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