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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.
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"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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