Zuken E³.series Bridges the Gap between Electrical and Mechanical CAD

29 May, 2009 - Munich, Germany and Westford, MA, USA - Zuken introduces E³.3DRoutingBridge, an interface between commonly used MCAD systems and E³.series, its own electrical design environment. The enhanced technology facilitates data exchange between E³.series designs and 3D Harness Design Systems with an all new user interface, single installation and added functionality.

E³.3DRoutingBridge sends electrical data, such as device designation, component information and interconnection logic from E³.series to the mechanical CAD system and in turn, receives structural information such as wire length and take off locations. Overall functionality is dependent upon the MCAD system in use and typically includes bend radius checks, collision control, placement of fixings and more. Standard file transfer formats include XML, ASCII, or CSV. Integrating the electrical components into the 3D model at the start of the design ensures a more effective process and addresses time-to-market issues.

E³.3DRoutingBridge will be available in June for Siemens NX, CATIA V5 and SolidWorks design systems. Interfaces for ProEngineer, Inventor, SolidEdge, NX I-deas and LANDMARK are due to follow in the near future.

Geoff Lydon, E³.series Solutions Manager, will discuss the E³.3DRoutingBridge as part of Siemens PLM Connection in Nashville, TN during his Partner Presentation entitled "The Intelligent Link between Electrical and Mechanical CAD" on Tuesday, June 2 from 2:30 - 3:10, Ryman, Studio H. Zuken will also showcase the interface at their booth in the exhibition hall, and offer one-on-one training during the conference. For full details please visit: www.zuken.com/plmconnection-usa

Or for more information on E³.series, please visit www.zuken.com/e3

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About E³.series:

E³.series is Zuken’s Windows-based modular, scalable and intuitive system for the engineering of electrotechnical, pneumatics and hydraulics applications; electronic components cabling and wiring harnesses. The sharing of a singular core object-orientated architecture that supports the entire engineering flow from concept creation through to manufacturing eliminates the need for data transfer between the different modules. This reduces errors, increases quality and allows engineering changes to be completed much more efficiently. E³.series can also be smoothly integrated with existing applications and processes through standard and customizable, bi-directional programmable interfaces.

About Zuken:

Zuken works globally with leading companies to optimize their electrical and electronic engineering design and related manufacturing processes through the provision of leading-edge software and consulting services. The company’s unique combination of proven experience, technological expertise and agility creates best in class solutions. Zuken’s transparent working practices and belief in integrity in all aspects of business produce long lasting and successful customer partnerships.

Zuken’s robust market position is reinforced by an established position in the industry with over 30 years experience, and solid financial foundations. As a stable multinational company, listed on Tier 1 of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Zuken is able to remain focused on being a long-term innovation and growth partner. The security of an investment by partnering with Zuken is further reinforced by the company’s people - the foundation of Zuken’s success. Coming from a wide range of industry sectors, specializing in many different disciplines and advanced technologies, Zuken’s people are able to relate to and understand each company’s unique requirements.

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