TPT January 2023

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Importing remnants from CAD files is easier with the new ‘Verify Geometry’ tool to identify and fix issues with the sheet geometry b fore nesting o curs. A so, the sheet location can now display warehouse options for clear organisation and communication throughout the shop. Version 23 improves the CAD experience with an easy-to-use ‘Hatch Fill’ function to differentiate geometry and true type wording on the workspace. Four new dog bone reliefs are now available to notch the corners of close-fitting parts for easy assembly, vital for router users in the woodworking and furniture markets. This eliminates the need to have oversize slots or the need for hand work to clean the corners. Expanding the ‘Connected Shop’ Deeper inter-product integrations, introducing new apps – Shop Clock, Quality Manager, Data Hub. The modular ‘Connected Shop’ platform includes quoting, scheduling, logistics and ERP/MRP connection to automate the workflow as a job progresses throughout the shop. SigmaQUOTE and SigmaMRP now provides capabilities to create and manage assemblies (BOM), to lock a price or add a placeholder for quotes and adds secure controls for the job and PO approval process. Version 23 of the Connected Shop boasts speed increases of up to 75 per cent. Managing an efficient workflow is simpler with enhanced SigmaSCHEDULE for nested operations and Load Manager 23 to control production, and with integrated Shop Manager apps for remote control of incoming and outgoing resources.

‘Color Offload’ users will now benefit from the ability to update multiple programs at once that can run throughout a complete shift for true lights out processing. New shop manager developments include three new ‘Connected Shop’ products – ‘Shop Clock’ for employee time and attendance tracking; ‘Data Hub’ for accessing job-related documents anywhere on the shop from any web browsing device; and ‘Quality Manager’ (QMS) to record and manage non-conformance reports and corrective action plans to ensure manufacturing excellence and ISO 9001 compliance. With data integrity and network security in mind, the version 23 suite now supports Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.2 protocol to authenticate and encrypt data between endpoint devices and applications. About SigmaNEST SigmaNEST software reduces the learning curve with a clear, easy-to-use interface, broad feature set to include diverse importing, automatic feature recognition and automated work orders. Part of the Sandvik Design and Planning Automation division, SigmaNEST empowers customers in all major industry sectors with a machine-agnostic approach, an integrated platform, and a worldwide team of experienced product experts. About Sandvik Group Sandvik is a global high-tech engineering group offering solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. It is at the forefront of digitalisation and focuses on optimising its customers’ processes. In 2021 the Group had approximately 44,000 employees in about 150 countries.

Shandong Province Sifang Technical Development Group

Up to 12 separate windows with Multiview for Part Mode

SigmaNEST marc.freebrey@cambrio.com www.sigmanest.com

Quality Manager for easier non-conformance reporting

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