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Bentley Seeks Nominations for 2024 Going Digital Awards

Nominations deadline is April 15, 2024

EXTON, PA, Mar 15, 2024 – Bentley Systems, Inc., the infrastructure engineering software company, announced its call for nominations for the 2024 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure. The awards, which are judged by independent juries of industry experts, recognize infrastructure projects for going digital advancements in infrastructure. The deadline for nominations is April 15, 2024.

Users of Bentley software are invited to enter their projects in the Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure program, no matter which phase the project is in – preconstruction/conceptual, design, construction, or operations. The three finalists chosen for each awards category win a trip to Vancouver to attend The Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital Awards event as guests of Bentley Systems. As part of the conference, the finalists will present their projects before the judges, industry thought leaders, and members of the media.

The 2024 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure categories include:

  • Bridges and Tunnels
  • Construction
  • Enterprise Engineering
  • Facilities, Campuses, and Cities
  • Process and Power Generation
  • Rail and Transit
  • Roads and Highways
  • Structural Engineering
  • Subsurface Modeling and Analysis
  • Surveying and Monitoring
  • Transmission and Distribution
  • Water and Wastewater

These projects recognize innovative advancements and measurable impacts in infrastructure delivery and performance using Bentley software, including Bentley Infrastructure Cloud and Bentley’s iTwin Platform for infrastructure digital twins. Projects may also be recognized for advancements that empower sustainable development goals in terms of climate action, energy transition and efficiency, circularity of land and water resources, and healthy communities.

In addition to the juried awards, Bentley’s founders will honor select projects representing organizations or individuals whose undertakings contribute notably to infrastructure advancement and/or environmental and social development goals.

Every project nominated for an award receives recognition across the global infrastructure community. Through the 2024 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure program, participants:

  • Get their infrastructure projects profiled in Bentley’s Infrastructure Yearbook, which is distributed in print and digital formats to media, government, and industry influencers around the world.
  • Enhance their competitive edge by demonstrating to existing and potential clients the value that the participants add to projects through their digital innovations.
  • Receive coverage from global media and support from the Bentley team in marketing and promoting their respective projects to the media.

For additional information about the 2024 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure program, or to nominate a project, visit the Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure website.

About Bentley Systems

Bentley Systems is the infrastructure engineering software company. They provide innovative software to advance the world’s infrastructure – sustaining both the global economy and environment. Their industry-leading software solutions are used by professionals, and organizations of every size, for the design, construction, and operations of roads and bridges, rail and transit, water and wastewater, public works and utilities, buildings and campuses, mining, and industrial facilities. Their offerings, powered by the iTwin Platform for infrastructure digital twins, include MicroStation and Bentley Open applications for modeling and simulation, Seequent’s software for geoprofessionals, and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud encompassing ProjectWise for project delivery, SYNCHRO for construction management, and AssetWise for asset operations. Bentley Systems’ 5,200 colleagues generate annual revenues of more than $1 billion in 194 countries.

For more information, visit www.bentley.com.

Trimble Joins Alliance for OpenUSD

WESTMINSTER, CO, Mar 12, 2024 – Trimble announced it has joined AOUSD as part of its continued commitment to fostering ecosystems that align with the company’s vision of transforming the way the world works.

The alliance seeks to standardize the 3D ecosystem by advancing the capabilities of OpenUSD (Universal Scene Description). Created by Pixar Animation Studios, USD is a high-performance extensible software platform for collaboratively constructing animated 3D scenes, designed to meet the needs of large-scale film and visual effects production. By promoting greater interoperability of 3D tools and data, AOUSD will enable designers and engineers to describe, compose, share, and simulate large-scale 3D projects and build an ever-widening range of collaborative 3D-driven products and services.

As a member of AOUSD, Trimble will actively engage in discussions related to OpenUSD’s existing functionality and the development of its new features. This involvement will help shape future specifications and directions of the OpenUSD technology stack, with the goal of defining the core functionality for how virtual 3D worlds will be described and interacted with in the future.

Trimble specifically looks to contribute input to the Alliance’s standards for:

  • Digital twins and industrial digitalization applications in urban planning, construction, transportation, robotics and IoT.
  • Attributed 3D data for geospatial and building information modeling (BIM) for industries such as architecture, engineering, construction and operations, (AECO) and the public sector.
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning use cases across various industrial applications.
  • Point cloud interoperability, visualization and optimization for massive amounts of real-world data capture from laser scans or other reality capture technologies.

“We are thrilled to join AOUSD at this early stage and to support the community’s efforts to standardize OpenUSD,” said Aviad Almagor, vice president, technology innovation at Trimble. “Our goal is to help strengthen the OpenUSD ecosystem and democratize 3D, ensuring that all stakeholders benefit from the groundbreaking potential of sustainable and interoperable data standards.”

“Industries are demanding wider adoption, integration, and standardization of OpenUSD to ensure interoperability and collaboration across multiple applications,” said Guy Martin, AOUSD steering committee vice chair & director of open source and standards at NVIDIA. “Trimble will help shape the standards that will advance 3D content generation and immersive experiences for creatives and professionals.”

About Trimble

Dedicated to the world’s tomorrow, Trimble is a technology company delivering solutions that enable our customers to work in new ways to measure, build, grow and move goods for a better quality of life. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics connect the digital and physical worlds to improve productivity, quality, safety, transparency and sustainability. From purpose-built products and enterprise lifecycle solutions to industry cloud services, Trimble is transforming critical industries such as construction, geospatial, agriculture and transportation to power an interconnected world of work.

For more information about Trimble, visit www.trimble.com.

Aetina Announces AIE-PN33/43, AIE-PO23/33 Series

TAIPEI, Taiwan, Mar 11, 2024 – Aetina, a leading global edge AI solution provider, announces the release of its cutting-edge fanless versatile expansion edge AI systems – the AIE-PN33/43 series and AIE-PO23/33 series. These innovative systems are powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX and Orin Nano modules, offering outstanding AI computing performance of up to 100 TOPS and 40 TOPS respectively, along with flexible I/O interface options. Designed to seamlessly handle the connectivity and real-time data processing needs of various sensors and devices at the edge, these solutions help empower industries worldwide to efficiently deploy an extensive range of AI applications.

Aetina fanless versatile expansion edge AI systems – the AIE-PN33/43 series and AIE-PO23/33 series

According to Statista’s ‘Number of IoT connected devices worldwide 2019-2030’ report, the number of Internet of Things (IoT) devices worldwide is forecasted to exceed 29 billion by 2030. In response to the growing number of IoT devices and the diverse I/O and storage needs of different AI applications, Aetina has unveiled a range of fanless edge AI systems. This lineup includes the AIE-PN33/43-2PSE and AIE-PN33/43-4PSE, boasting 2 or 4 sets of PSE ports respectively; the AIE-PN33/43-6USB and AIE-PO23/33-6USB, each integrating 6 sets of USB ports; and the AIE-PN33/43-3M and AIE-PO23/33-3M, equipped with 3 sets of M.2 M-Key slots. Users can choose the most suitable product model based on their specific AI application requirements, whether it involves addressing wiring challenges in wide-ranging environments like ports or traffic roadside monitoring, fulfilling multi-sensor connectivity needs for smart factory defect detection or automated production lines, or expanding storage capacity for real-time image recognition tasks. These solutions are poised to accelerate the deployment of advanced AI intelligence applications across diverse industries.

General manager of Aetina, Joe Lo, commented, “Aetina is committed to developing industrial-grade solutions tailored to our customers’ needs, leveraging our deep technical expertise and integration capabilities. We continually enable various industries to swiftly implement AI applications at every edge of their business.”

Aetina is an Elite member of the NVIDIA Partner Network and part of the NVIDIA Jetson ecosystem. Aetina will unveil its latest fanless edge AI systems in booth 337 at NVIDIA GTC, a global AI conference taking place March 18-21 at the San Jose Convention Center and online. Additionally, Aetina will demonstrate vision AI solutions, including license plate recognition, revolutionizing efficiency in port and transportation operations. Also, Aetina will showcase how generative AI optimizes edge-based intelligent applications.

To learn more about NVIDIA GTC, visit https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/.

Altair Names Relational Channel Partner for Greece

TROY, MI, Mar 6, 2024 – Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, announced that Relational FS, a distinguished data intelligence solutions provider, has joined Altair’s growing channel partner network. The partnership will extend the reach of Altair’s cutting-edge data analytics and AI portfolio in the Greek market.

“In today’s data-centric landscape, partnering with Relational is a strategic imperative to elevate our data analytics and AI capabilities. This partnership is a commitment to empowering organizations with cutting-edge solutions that go beyond traditional offerings,” said Kimon Afsaridis, managing director of Eastern Europe and vice president of indirect EMEA sales, Altair. “Together, Altair and Relational are poised to usher in a transformative era of data-driven decision-making, unlocking unprecedented value from data assets and propelling organizations into the future of intelligent insight.”

“We are delighted to announce our strategic partnership with Altair, a renowned global technology company,” said Nikos Tsantanis, director of innovation, Relational. “By combining Relational’s data management expertise with Altair’s leading-edge analytics and AI solutions, we’re creating an unmatched offering for our customers. This partnership is about more than just technology; it’s about delivering unparalleled insights and driving tangible business impact.”

Relational, founded in 1995 and based in Athens, Greece, is known for delivering innovative data management solutions and has held a strong presence in the Greek market for decades. With a diverse clientele spanning various sectors such as banking, telecommunications, retail, and government, Relational is well-positioned to contribute to the adoption of advanced data intelligence solutions.

Altair works with a global network of channel and technology partners. To learn more or to become a partner, visit https://altair.com/altair-partners.

About Altair

Altair is a global leader in computational intelligence that provides software and cloud solutions in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics and AI. Altair enables organizations across all industries to compete more effectively and drive smarter decisions in an increasingly connected world – all while creating a greener, more sustainable future.

To learn more, please visit www.altair.com.

Heilind Electronics Partners with BERNIER

WILMINGTON, MA, Feb 9, 2024 – Heilind Electronics, a premier global distributor of electronic components, has expanded its global connector portfolio with the addition of BERNIER. The agreement includes Interstate Connecting Components (ICC), a division of Heilind Mil-Aero.

BERNIER designs and manufactures ruggedized interconnects proven in the most challenging conditions. Their interconnects are found around the world in land defense, naval defense, military aeronautics, security, and industrial applications.

“At Heilind and ICC we are proud to bring decades of high-reliability mil-aero electronics distribution expertise together with BERNIER to deliver connector solutions to our customers,” said Alan Clapp, senior vice president, Heilind Electronics.

“BERNIER is excited to start this new partnership with Heilind and ICC. Our companies are leveraging their expertise to offer best-in-class solutions to our customers in today’s fast-paced environment,” said Alexandre Huart, president, BERNIER Connect.

About Heilind Electronics

Heilind Electronics, Inc. is one of the world’s leading distributors of connectors, relays, sensors, switches, thermal management and circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire and cable, wiring accessories, and insulation and identification products. Founded in 1974, Heilind has locations throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, Hong Kong, and China.

For more information, visit www.heilind.com.

About Interstate Connecting Components (ICC)

A division of Heilind Electronics, North America’s largest interconnect distributor, Interstate Connecting Components is an AS9100D-certified value-added distributor for the entire spectrum of electronic connectors, fiber optic connectors, backshells, tools, identification solutions, and connector contacts. ICC specializes in the military-aerospace market and offers value-added assembly on 26482, 26500, 5015, D38999, M28840, M83513, and many other MIL-SPEC connector lines.

For more information, visit www.connecticc.com.

About BERNIER

Since 1933, BERNIER has designed and manufactured connectors in mission-critical applications for defense, aeronautics, industrial, security, and other high-reliability applications. BERNIER connectors are recognized for their ergonomics and performance in harsh environments providing optimal efficiency of customer equipment. BERNIER connectors are typically used in audio, high-density and high-speed data, battlefield radios, headsets, binoculars, intercoms, tactical systems, data transmission, optronic equipment, encrypted data, and power applications.

Autodesk Q4 Results, Conf Call on Feb 29, 2PM PT

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, Feb 6, 2024 – Autodesk, Inc. announced it will share its fourth quarter fiscal 2024 financial results conference call via its website on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at 2 PM Pacific Time. Join the live webcast call here: autodesk.com/investors. An audio replay of the webcast will be available after 5PM PT at autodesk.com/investors.

More information will be available on autodesk.com/investors.

About Autodesk

The world’s designers, engineers, builders, and creators trust Autodesk to help them design and make anything. From the buildings they live and work in, to the cars we drive and the bridges they drive over. Autodesk’s Design and Make Platform unlocks the power of data to accelerate insights and automate processes, empowering their customers with the technology to create the world around them and deliver better outcomes for their business and the planet.

For more information, visit autodesk.com.

IFS Announces 33% Software Revenue Growth for 2023

IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, announced its financial results for the full year ending December 31, 2023. The company posted exceptional results with software revenue growth at 33 percent year-on-year and cloud revenue up 46 percent as new and existing customers accelerate the move to IFS Cloud, a market leading single cloud platform, allowing customers to access the latest Industrial AI capabilities most critical to our focus industries. IFS is consistently recognized internationally as a market leader in FSM, EAM, ERP and ESM.

2023 continued to see the unfolding of unpredictable economical and geo-political disruption. Despite this, the IFS strategy to stay focused on its core industries and to extend its Industrial AI capabilities with IFS.ai, have yielded very strong results in all regions, leading to another year of strong double-digit revenue growth for the company. The results, which continue to outperform the market, point to the company’s agility, scale, and ability to execute globally for its customers.

IFS product innovation in IFS Cloud and the inherent IFS.ai capabilities are in demand from existing customers and has attracted a large number of new customers choosing IFS over industry peers. Long standing customers such as Cimcorp as well as new customers such as Tele 2, Mattr, NOTE ABHavframVan Oord, TÜV NORD, Stannah Lifts are turning to IFS as their long-term partner to transform their business models, improve resilience, increase operating efficiency, and deliver competitive advantage across their people, assets, and services.

IFS CEO Mark Moffat commented: “This time last year we reported five years of strong consecutive double-digit growth. I am hugely proud that the IFS team has continued this trend and also delivered an outstanding 2023. We will shortly reach a very significant landmark for IFS with $1bn ARR representing a strong vote of trust from our customers.” Moffat added: “Our core IFS value of being customer obsessed is paying off and with IFS.ai we are creating further productivity and automation opportunities for them while adding a critically important dimension to our proposition. We have delivered AI capabilities to our customers for a number of years now, and with IFS.ai we are driving AI across all our products effectively democratizing AI for all of our customers’ users.” Moffat concluded: “2024 will be a continuation of our strategy to deliver industry specific and market leading capabilities in FSM, EAM, ERP & ESM which includes investing in M&A. For our customers, I am proud to say that IFS moves as one, creating value faster and delivering our best to our customers when it matters most, at the Moment of Service™.”

IFS chief financial officer, Matthias Heiden, added: “2023 has delivered results that we are very proud of. ARR is clearly an important long-term performance metric, and our 26 percent growth in ARR YoY was driven by new logo acquisitions, significant expansion within the Install Base, and low churn. All of which points to a very healthy mix of revenue and consistent execution across the entire business.” Heiden concluded: “We saw very healthy double-digit growth in all our regions, with a notable outstanding performance in our North American and APJ, ME&A regions. This combined with the performance of our ecosystem is clear evidence that our focus on product and the industries we serve are delivering the value our customers need globally.”

Financial and Operational Highlights for FY 2023, growth YoY:

  • FY2023 software revenue was EUR 853m, an increase of 33 percent versus 2022
  • FY2023 recurring revenue was EUR 810m, an increase of 35 percent versus 2022
  • FY2023 net revenue was EUR 1.062m, an increase of 30 percent versus 2022
  • FY2023 annual recurring revenue (ARR) up 26 percent Year-on-Year

Some key milestones for IFS in 2023 included:

  • In February, IFS marked the 25th anniversary of its operations in Sri Lanka
  • In March, In the United States, IFS launched a collaboration with the Big Ten Conference, a pre-cursor to the strategic partnership launched in late 2023
  • In May, IFS released it latest sustainability report, a detailed account of the IFS approach, priorities, targets, and initiatives across environmental, social and governance (ESG) topics
  • In May, IFS launched the first of its twice-yearly IFS Cloud releases in 2023, with updates enabling customers to enhance business agility and build resilience
  • In MayJune, and October, IFS held 9 global IFS Connect events with over 3,000 local prospects, customers, and partners in attendance
  • In JuneIFS acquired Poka, the market-leading Quebec-based provider of a connected worker platform
  • In October, IFS added extra capabilities to https://www.ifs.com/ifs-ai
  • In November, IFS launched the second of its twice-yearly IFS Cloud releases
  • IFS began several landmark brand partnerships, including a strategic partnership with AJ Foyt in June and was named the first-ever official technology partner of the Big Ten Conference in October
  • Throughout 2023 IFS appointed several key executives across its global operations, including Matthias Heiden as CFO, Belinda Finch as CIO, Max Robberts as COO

Additional highlights:

Learn more at www.ifs.com/company/financial-results/

About IFS

IFS develops and delivers cloud enterprise software for companies around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, build and maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. Within their single platform, their industry specific products are innately connected to a single data model and use embedded digital innovation so that their customers can be their best when it really matters to their customers—at the Moment of Service. The industry expertise of their people and of our growing ecosystem, together with a commitment to deliver value at every single step, has made IFS a recognized leader and the most recommended supplier in their sector.

For more information, visit www.ifs.com.

Bluebeam to Unveil New AI Features for Early 2024

Launches Bluebeam Labs

PASADENA, CA, Jan 24, 2024 – Bluebeam, a leading developer of solutions and services for architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) professionals worldwide, is introducing two new AI features in the works for early 2024 and Bluebeam Labs, a collaborative, co-creation workspace in Bluebeam Cloud.

Bluebeam has invested in AI for more than a decade in its flagship product Bluebeam Revu and has a rich history of delivering innovation for AEC professionals. These newest AI innovations build on existing features like visual search, text recognition and batch processing to elevate how Bluebeam solutions increase productivity, augment creative problem-solving, and automate tedious tasks for its customers.

“For more than 20 years, Bluebeam has pioneered paperless transformation for many in the AEC industry, fundamentally changing how teams create, collaborate and communicate information,” said Frank Sarno, VP of Construction Process and Technology at Adolfson & Peterson Construction. “Today, demand for new and innovative ways of designing and building is accelerating. The industry is being asked to deliver higher quality work faster, more sustainably and at a lower cost. Through their commitment to innovation, involving their customers into the process, and solving for real world challenges, Bluebeam is helping companies like ours meet these demands.”

Bluebeam’s latest product release planned for April 2024 will include two new AI-enhanced features.

Auto Align for drawing overlays and comparisons in Revu 21: Auto Align will reduce the tedious, error-prone steps of manually aligning three points on each drawing revision, so users can understand the differences between them faster. Bluebeam customers currently use the Overlay and Compare features more than five million times a year. While powerful, the process takes several clicks and up to two minutes per drawing. With the Auto Align option and a revamped feature interface, this can be streamlined to as little as 15 seconds, helping users understand the differences up to 80 percent faster.

Automatic title block recognition when importing drawings to Bluebeam Cloud: The title block of a drawing holds valuable information that users shouldn’t have to waste time or risk mistakes entering manually. Aided by AI, Bluebeam Cloud instantly extracts the key drawing information as metadata that can be leveraged throughout the project, saving time and increasing accuracy.

Bluebeam Labs Allows Customers to Co-Create on AI Innovations

A key factor that sets Bluebeam apart from competitors is a passionate user base that has historically helped determine the company’s product roadmap. To harness that more directly, Bluebeam is introducing Bluebeam Labs. Built to involve customers in the company’s development of new solutions, this cloud-based, collaborative workspace offers the ability to demonstrate and validate ideas and technologies before they are launched and available to all customers. Bluebeam Cloud users are invited to shape the future of early concepts before they are integrated into production software.

“We believe that AI should be about pragmatic innovation that enhances the customer experience, productivity and value they get from Bluebeam,” said Usman Shuja, CEO of Bluebeam. “Through Bluebeam Labs, we invite customers into our innovation process earlier, to co-create our solutions with much more engagement and feedback. This is how we’ll continue to lead the industry for many years to come.”

The first AI-based feature showcased via Bluebeam Labs will be 3D Drawings. 3D Drawings uses AI to position up to hundreds of 2D drawings in 3D space. Like digital origami, the program intuitively understands where to make the folds for the highest quality 3D visualization and increased understanding of the project. The Bluebeam Labs waitlist to test the 3D Drawings technology is currently available for sign-up via www.bluebeam.com/Bluebeam-Labs.

To learn more about Bluebeam’s history of innovation and its latest AI developments, visit www.bluebeam.com/AI.

About Bluebeam, Inc.

Bluebeam pushes the boundaries of innovation, developing smart, simple project efficiency and collaboration solutions for design and construction professionals worldwide. Since 2002, Bluebeam has made desktop, mobile and cloud-based solutions for paperless workflows that improve project communication and streamline processes across the entire project lifecycle. Trusted by over 3 million individuals in more than 160 countries, Bluebeam’s solutions advance the way professionals work, manage and collaborate on projects digitally. Founded in Pasadena, CA, Bluebeam has grown to include seven additional offices globally. Bluebeam is part of the Nemetschek Group.

About the Nemetschek Group

The Nemetschek Group is a globally leading software provider for digital transformation in the AEC/O and media industries. Its intelligent software solutions cover the entire lifecycle of building and infrastructure projects and enable creatives to optimize their workflows. Customers can design, build, and manage buildings and infrastructures more efficiently and sustainably and develop digital content such as visualizations, films and computer games more creatively. The software provider is driving innovations such as digital twins as well as open standards (OPEN BIM), and sustainability in the AEC/O industry, constantly expanding its portfolio by also investing in deep-tech startups. Currently more than seven million users worldwide are shaping the world with the customer-focused solutions of our four divisions. Founded by Prof. Georg Nemetschek in 1963, the Nemetschek Group today employs around 3,600 experts globally.

DFRobot to Present ‘Carbon-Neutral and Sustainable City’

at Bett 2024

SHANGHAI, China, Jan 22, 2024 – DFRobot, a global leader in STEM education solutions, will showcase its IoT-enabled ‘Carbon-Neutral and Sustainable City’ Solution at Bett 2024 from January 24 to 26. This solution combines the principles of ‘Carbon-Neutral and Sustainable City’ design with IoT technology to provide a hands-on learning experience for students and teachers. By integrating programming, hardware control, data acquisition, and IoT platform skills, it enables them to effectively monitor and instruct ‘Sustainable City’ intelligent systems. This initiative aims to enhance IoT education in schools.

The ‘Sustainable City’ Solution creates a low-carbon, sustainable city with energy-efficient homes, green power factories, and climate smart greenhouses. The homes have decorative light strips that mimic sunrise and sunset, with sensors controlling shades and indoor lighting for energy savings. The factories utilize wind and solar power, storing energy in batteries and displaying solar energy production on the SCI screen. The greenhouses have sensors to monitor environmental conditions, and all data is transmitted securely to an IoT platform via the micro:bit Obloq module.

At the forefront of programming, robotics, and AI EdTech, DFRobot also displays its BOSON kits and projects that cater to learners at various levels, starting from non-coding to coding with micro:bit. One such project is the BOSON kit designed for conducting conductivity tests on salt solutions. By utilizing the conductivity sensor, students are able to observe and compare the data levels of pure water and salt solutions.

Using the Maqueen Plus and Maqueen Mechanics – AI-enabled robotics kits – visitors will have the chance to see scientists no longer need to personally transport soil, water, or specimens. By simply placing a QR code, the vehicles will automatically transport them back to the warehouse. Moreover, DFRobot will showcase innovative projects centered by Unihiker – IoT Python Single Board Computer with Touchscreen like Intelligent vehicle system and fruit classification.

Ricky Ye, CEO of DFRobot, said: “We are excited about our offerings at Bett this year, featuring innovative products and engaging displays. Our goal is to inspire young minds in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. With our dynamic and innovative products, we provide students and teachers with an exciting opportunity to explore coding, programming, and AI.”

Pop by Stand NJ72 to speak with any of the DFRobot team to know more and advise on which resources would be the best fit for your school.

For more information, visit DFRobot website.

Fictiv Expands Global Manufacturing Network

Fictiv, a global manufacturing company, announced expansion of its production manufacturing capabilities, adding sheet metaldie casting, and compression molding to its global network and AI-powered quote-to-order platform. With these new capabilities, Fictiv offers engineering and supply chain teams a path to streamline sourcing for all metal and plastic parts in a product’s bill of materials, from prototype to low-volume production, through a single global company.

Fictiv has launched three new manufacturing capabilities, including sheet metal fabrication, pictured above.

In total, Fictiv now offers seven primary manufacturing technologies—injection molding, 3D printing, CNC machining, urethane casting, compression molding, die casting, and sheet metal—as well as hundreds of material and finishing options across four global regions, providing customers with an extensive range of custom manufacturing services and production capacity. As a result, customers can simplify their sourcing strategy for all types of mechanical parts, reducing risk and overhead on global supply chain management and accelerating go-to-market timelines.

“With the rollout of these new capabilities, we are making it even easier for our customers to source the mechanical parts they need for an entire product, with the speed and quality they have come to trust and rely on from Fictiv,” said Dave Evans, CEO and co-founder of Fictiv. “As manufacturing leaders seek to expand margin, decrease BOM costs, and reduce supply chain risk in 2024, Fictiv is fully-stacked and well-positioned as a strategic custom manufacturing partner to help them realize their goals.”

“With Fictiv, we know our mechanical parts are with a safe pair of hands,” said Michelle Kim, CEO of m’Chel, an innovative haircare product company. “We choose Fictiv because of their commitment to quality over everything. They are a true partner for us, and so the prospect of being able to source and produce a wide variety of the mechanical parts we need through Fictiv is reassuring.”

About Fictiv

Fictiv is the operating system for custom manufacturing that makes it faster, easier, and more efficient to source and supply mechanical parts. Its intelligent system, supported by best-in-class operations talent, orchestrates a network of highly vetted and managed partners around the globe for fast, high-quality manufacturing, from quote to delivery. To date, Fictiv has manufactured more than 30 million parts for early-stage companies and large enterprises alike, helping them innovate with agility and get products to market faster.

To learn more, please visit Fictiv’s website.