NC Postprocessing Tools Provide Vital Link to CNC Machining Centers
SANTA ANA, Calif. – February 3, 2003 – MSC.Software Corp. (NYSE: MNS), the leading global provider of simulation software, services and systems, today announced an agreement to distribute the IMSpost family of applications from IMS Software, Inc.
‘We are always looking for partners who can provide value for our customers and IMS is a recognized industry leader in NC postprocessing’, said Frank Fernandez, southwest region sales director, MSC.Software. ‘Its seamless integration with CATIA V5 makes it an integral part of MSC.Softwares CATIA-related offerings.’
Daniel Wrenn, president of IMS, added, ‘In a very short period of time MSC.Software has become a premier worldwide vendor of the CATIA PLM solution. We’re very pleased to be working with their sales, support and service organization as the CATIA V5 manufacturing solution continues to gain significant market share.’
The IMSpost software dramatically shortens development time and reduces the complexity of postprocessor development. A graphical Windows-based checklist guides the user through the complete postprocessor configuration, machine setup and simulation, while a robust macro language allows infinite customization for the most complex machining centers.
About MSC.Software Corporation
MSC.Software (NYSE: MNS) is the leading global provider of simulation software, with related services and systems, that helps companies make money, save time and reduce costs associated with designing and testing manufactured products. MSC.Software works with thousands of companies in hundreds of industries to develop better products faster by utilizing information technology, software, services and systems. MSC.Software employs more than 1500 people in 22 countries. For additional information about MSC.Software’s products and services, please visit www.mscsoftware.com.
About IMS Software
IMS Software, Inc., founded in 1989, is a recognized leader in providing NC postprocessing solutions and services to companies seeking a competitive advantage in the manufacturing industry. With headquarters in Haverhill, Mass., IMS postprocessing solutions are sold worldwide, addressing the needs of companies of all sizes, primarily in the automotive, aerospace and defense, general manufacturing and machinery, and electromechanical industries. Information on IMSpost and IMS is available at https://www.ims-software.com.