Programming, simulation for automated tape laying
CGTech has introduced new programming and simulation software for automated tape laying (ATL) machines.

ATL/AFP programming, simulation
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CompositesWorld launches ATL/AFP Knowledge Center
The ATL/AFP Knowledge Center, sponsored by CGTech, provides basic information on automated tape laying (ATL) and automated fiber placement (AFP), including programming, producability, simulation and more.

JEC Group hosts first U.S.-based expo in Boston in November 2012
Publisher and show organizer JEC Group (Paris, France) entered the American market in late 2012 with its inaugural JEC Americas show, Nov. 7-9 in Boston, Mass.

CompositesWorld 2012: Materials, Markets, Manufacturing at a glance
A quick look at the tentative schedule for the CompositesWorld 2012: Materials, Markets, Manufacturing conference is colocated with SAMPE Tech 2012 (Oct. 22-23, 2012, Charleston Convention Center, North Charleston, S.C.).  

CompositesWorld Materials, Markets, Manufacturing agenda finalized
CompositesWorld's 2012 Materials, Markets, Manufacturing conference will be co-located with SAMPE Tech, Oct. 22-23 in Charleston, S.C., USA.

CGTech, ZOLLER partner to simplify cutting tool library creation
Cooperation between cutting tool management firm ZOLLER and CNC verification and simulation software developer CGTech is designed to provide a direct link between the presetter and CGTech's VERICUT system.

AFP NC-programming for composites designers
CGTech has added a new product to its suite of software named VERICUT Composite Paths for Engineering.

Fiber placement programming software introduced to European market
CGTech reported on Jan. 18 that it will introduce to the European market its VERICUT Composites Paths for Engineers (VCPe) at the 2012 JEC Composites show.

CGTech, VISTAGY form drilling, fastening joint venture
CGTech's VERICUT Drilling & Fastening solution will be integrated with VISTAGY's SyncroFIT software for designing and manufacturing aerostructures.

CGTech to preview new version of Vericut at IMTS
VERICUT 7.1 features enhancements to reduce the time required for manufacturing engineers to develop, analyze, inspect and document the CNC programming and machining process.

News Briefs: HPC, September 2010
Automated Dynamics delivers machinery to GKN; CGTech forms Brazilian subsidiary; Lockheed Martin formally begins F-35 wing production; HITCO announces Boeing contract

CGTech opens new office in Brazil
Headquartered in São Paulo, the company, CGTech-Brasil, is responsible for marketing, sales, technical support, and reseller support throughout South America.

Spirit AeroSystems opens Kinston composite aerostructures plant
The 500,000-ft² facility in Kinston, N.C., will use composites to manufacture the 65-ft center fuselage section for the Airbus A350 XWB, as well as the 105-ft front wing spar.

SAMPE 2010 Seattle Showcase
SAMPE’s first-ever foray into Boeing Country wrapped up with the M&P organization’s biggest draw this decade.

Composite programming, simulation software upgraded
CGTech has released the next major version of its composite applications: VERICUT Composite Programming (VCP) & VERICUT Composite Simulation (VCS)

CompositesWorld Expo 2009 Highlights
Despite a gloomy economy, dozens of exhibitors and a motivated group of knowledge-hungry conference/show attendees brightened CWE’s second outing. 

New version of CNC simulation software
CGTech has released version 7.0 of its VERICUT CNC machine simulation and optimization software.

CompositesWorld Expo 2009: Product Preview
 A pre-show peek at what’s in store for CWE conference attendees and show visitors.

CompositesWorld Expo 2009 Product Preview
Key CWE exhibitors give CT readers a preshow peek at what’s in store on the exhibit floor.

CGTech will demonstrate fiber placement simulation at CWE 2009
At CompositesWorld Expo 2009, Sept. 28-30, CGTech will emphasize use of machine-independent software for programming of automated fiber placement systems.

Corrections: July 2009 HPC
Two corrections of information published in May 2009 HPC.

AFP/ATL design-to-manufacture: Bridging the gap
Managing production of a structure made via fiber or tape placement often requires software-aided  manipulation of the subtle differences between that which is designed and that which can be manufactured.

SAMPE Europe/JEC Composites 2009 preview
SAMPE Europe’s 30th annual spring conclave and the nearby JEC Composites Show characterize the latest in material and process technologies.

News briefs -- Feb. 10, 2009
Ahlstrom changes its name, doubles production capacity; Seminars for Engineers to offer two-day composites seminar; Cook Composites & Polymers announces 2009 class schedule; Ceramaterials will represent BJGW in North America; CGTech will demo fiber placement software at JEC; David Schofield leaving Gurit; Thermoset Resin Formulators Association invites techical papers for annual meeting.

CAM/CNC software interface
Missler Software and CGTech have developed an interface between Missler's TopSolid’Cam software and CGTech's VERICUT NC/CNC simulation software.

COMPOSITESWORLD Expo 2008 Showcase
The inaugural COMPOSITESWORLD Expo Conference and Exhibition draws participants from all segmentsof the industry, including many new faces.

COMPOSITESWORLD EXPO Showcase
The inaugural COMPOSITESWORLD Expo Conference and Exhibition draws participants from all segments of the industry, including many new faces.

VISTAGY, CGTech announce fiber placement partnership
VISTAGY and CGTech will integrate software for development and optimization of composite structures manufactured using automated fiber placement technology.

CGTech announces super-user winners
CGTech picked four winners, considered super users, of its VERICUT software.

COMPOSITESWORLD Expo Preshow Preview
CWExpo organizers pull aside the curtain for a sneak preview of the Expo's two keynote speakers and some new products that exhibitors will have on display in Schaumburg.

CNC machine simulation and optimization software
Version 6.2 of CGTech's VERICUT CNC software has been released.