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Welcome ! Delcam lets you test drive its CAD modeler indefinitely with free PowerShape-e download Zoom, zoom. That's what Delcam would like you to do with its free "industrial strength" PowerShape-e CAD modeler. PowerShape-e (powershape-e.com) brings together an integrated software platform for solid modeling, surface modeling, triangle modeling, reverse engineering and decoration techniques. At a recent press briefing in Chicago, Stuart Watson, CAD Development Manager for PowerShape at Delcam (delcam.ca), said the software is a hybrid modeler that "combines solid modeling with the flexibility of surface modeling. That's why a lot of products are boxes with rounded corners – their shapes expose the limitation of traditional solid modeling CAD packages." The freeware permits enterprise-wide model sharing, including mark-up, editing and security. Watson added that the modeler is structured to allow for "whole body" edits on solid models, has an intelligent cursor for constant feedback and provides automated Smart Surfacing pop-ups that also show the designer options to scroll through. The download has a catch, however: although saving files is completely free, exporting them to other applications and devices is charged at US$350 per model. Naturally, you can buy the software (PowerShape release 7) if you like what you see and want to avoid ongoing charges. Mike Edwards, Editor, DPN Magazine medwards@clbmedia.ca Past e-LETTERs: go to dpncanada.com, then click Archives	USEFUL SITES Fluid power: The Canadian Fluid Power Association (cfpa.ca) has relaunched its website with more bilingual content and members-only access to student resumes. Fasteners: Online design tool from Kee Industrial Products (beamclamp.com/configurator) for steel-to-steel connections that require no on-site welding or drilling. Motion control: Haydon Switch & Instrument website (hsi-inc.com) includes downloadable 3D models and 2D drawings of linear actuators and leadscrew assemblies. Multiphysics modeling: Free technical computing magazine *Comsol News* describes varied applications of multiphysics modeling (go to comsol.com/comsolnews/ to subscribe). _________________________________________ DPN EXCLUSIVES USB 2.0 data acquisition: Data Translation has announced the DT9832 series of simultaneous analog input multifunction data acquisition modules for USB 2.0. Fast swap proximity sensors: QuickMount products from SoftNoze are designed for tubular proximity sensors sold by different sensor manufacturers. White LED strips: LEDtronics has announced series STP50XC Super White Inter-Connectable 5 mm LED Light Strips that may be used alone or connected to one another. Pneumatic pin-locating clamp: PHD has released its Series PLM pin-locating clamp. The pneumatically powered actuator locates, clamps and supports parts in welding applications.

SPONSOR MESSAGE: Woodhead Industries High-speed connection between your PC and Ethernet application BradCommunications^TM interface creates a high-speed communications link between a PCI bus computer and industrial Ethernet protocols, including Modbus^TM TCP/IP and EtherNet/IP^TM (EtherNet/IP Conformance Tested). Used for real-time computer control, supervisory and operator interface, the exchange of information between several different protocols simultaneously, and transmission of plant-floor data back to an office environment. For information: 877.427.0850 www.woodhead.com ________________________________________ NEWS BRIEFS From a pool of 79 world-wide subsidiaries and representations, Phoenix Contact Canada (phoenixcontact.ca) received the company’s “2005 Best Practice” award. CEO and managing owner Klaus Eisert recognized the Canadian subsidiary with the Benchmark award for its innovativeness in developing product knowledge among its employees. This was accomplished through a newly developed training program where employees receive product certification through classroom training, self-study and examinations. A Germany-based electrostatic discharge (ESD) prevention company has established an office in Toronto (bestat-group.com). B.E. STAT Electronics Electrostatics Canada can provide ESD products for manufacturers, as well as perform on-site evaluations, consulting and training. Products include static control workstations and accessories, floor systems, storage and transport systems, test and measurement devices, and clean room equipment. Inquiries from manufacturer's representatives are welcome. Contact: sales.ca@bestat-group.com or 416-598-7097.	UPCOMING EVENTS August 2, 2006. Montreal. Hands-on software workshop presented by Comsol includes fluid-structural interactions, thermal expansion and electromagnetic-structural interactions (comsol.com). September 26-28, 2006. Mississauga, ON. Canadian Manufacturing Week, including the Design Engineering and OEM show, Weld Expo and the Plant Equipment Maintenance show (reedexpo.ca/cmw). October 2-5, 2006. Toronto. Fifteenth Annual International Anodized Conference & Exposition presented by the Aluminum Anodizers Council (anodizing.org). October 18-20, 2006. Mississauga, ON. Mitutoyo Canada open house, metrology courses and grand re-opening of its M³ Metrology Centre (mitutoyo.ca). October 22-25, 2006. Milwaukee. The Investment Casting Institute's 54th Technical Conference and Expo (investmentcasting.org). CLICK HERE FOR MORE EVENTS __________________________________________ SPONSOR MESSAGE: AutomationDirect C-more...Do-more...Pay-LESS! AutomationDirect’s new *C-more*™ touch panel is available in 6-, 8-, 10-, 12- or 15-inch versions. Equipped with an analog touch screen that eliminates defined touch cell boundaries, C-more’s configuration software allows objects to be placed, scaled and overlapped without limitation. Advanced capabilities include built-in e-mail client, FTP and web servers. Check out www.automationdirect.com for more details.

SPONSOR MESSAGE: ORSeS The World's leading 3D CAD/CAM/CAE modeler now available for less than $7,000 If you are looking to move to 3D CAD or have a mid range modeler that is just not robust (or stable) enough for your challenging design requirements – Take a look at what Wildfire 3.0 has to offer you now! *Take the Tour now* or contact ORSeS right away at 905 257 2840 or from our Website click on Contact us & send us your requirements today. Web: www.orsesinc.com	Now On-Line: June/July 2006 DPN Featuring: • Honda's Fit revisits the subcompact • Giant Solid Edge reseller created • Reviews of Mathcad, Mastercam • Dynamic spring-set brakes primer • Stepper motors drive photo printer • Modular enclosures get simplified
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