ERP system combines many planning functions

ERP system combines functions into one package: unifying quotation, purchasing, stock, planning, sales processing, quality, time and performance management.

As well as its leading CAD/CAM software, WorkNC G3, Sescoi will be exhibiting its WorkPLAN Enterprise ERP system for the first time in the UK at MACH 2008 machine tool exhibition.

On show too will be Sescoi's, MyWorkPLAN V2 job management software as well as WorkXPlore 3D, a visualisation, interrogation and analysis package.

* WorkPLAN Enterprise - WorkPLAN Enterprise provides ERP capability without complexity for project based applications.

The system brings together the functions often carried out by disparate software packages, said Sescoi.

They include the following.

* Unifying quotation.

* Purchasing, stock.

* Planning.

* Sales processing.

* Quality.

* Time and performance management.

Tools within the software enable analysis of CAD data, the viewing of CAM data, and the retrieval of historic information for accurate and fast quotations.

Gantt charts control the progress of production updated from real time shop floor information, highlighting deviations from the plan.

Management of the product lifecycle is achieved through central storage of documentation, simplifying traceability and after sales service.

Reports for key performance indicators can be tailored to suit each company, helping them to make the best use of resources and maximise profitability.

* WorkNC G3 - Sescoi will be demonstrating WorkNC G3 CAD/CAM software at the show.

By using its expertise in machining and by working in partnership with its customers, it has produced a system which, said the company to manufacturingtalk.com, sets new standards in ease of use and automation, the company's guiding principles since its formation in 1987.

WorkNC G3's single ergonomic interface combines design, analysis, CNC programming, toolpath editing and verification into one environment, making the software's operation fast and intuitive.

New fluid toolpath algorithms provide smoother transitions in WorkNC G3's automated cycles, while 5-axis routines have been extended with extra options in Auto 5, which automatically translates 3-axis movements into 5-axis, and new cycles for impeller and blade machining.

The levels of automation in WorkNC G3 bring the cost benefits of 5-axis machining within the grasp of every company, enabling them to use short rigid cutters and machine more of the part in one setting.

* MyWorkPLAN V2 - companies looking for the latest in job management will be able to see demonstrations of MyWorkPLAN V2 on Sescoi's stand.

Its ability to link to a range of external software packages allows reuse of existing skills and rapid implementation.

The system's core job management functions controlling quotations, job tracking and scheduling can now be complemented by a number of manufacturing-related modules allowing users to upgrade to the full WorkPLAN Enterprise system as their requirements expand.

* WorkXPlore 3D - designed for collaborative working, users can interrogate, mark up, analyse and share CAD data from multiple sources.

By supporting 2D and 3D CAD data including Catia V5, Unigraphics, Pro/E, Parasolid, Acis, IGES, ISO Toolpaths, DWG and HPGL, the software makes it possible to work with very large models from multiple CAD systems simultaneously.

Available in Collaborator and Manufacturing Pro versions, WorkXPlore 3D saves the cost of acquisition and training for CAD packages and promotes an integrated working environment.

The software has been awarded the Productivity Excellence prize which will be presented at the forthcoming Industrie show in Paris.

On their stand at MACH, Sescoi will be giving away a free viewer version of WorkXPlore 3D which also includes full Collaborator functionality for 30 days.

* Sescoi International at MACH 2008, NEC, Birmingham, UK, April 21-25,Hall 4, Stand 4590.

* About Sescoi - for over 20 years, Sescoi has been developing software solutions renown for their quality, reliability, ease of use, and automatic features, as well as for world-class technical support and service.

Sescoi has established sales and support offices across the United States, Europe and Asia in order to serve thousands of local and international customers from a range of industries.

Sescoi's software solutions include the following.

* WorkNC, an automatic CAM/CAD solution for 2 to 5-axis milling.

* WorkNC-CAD, a uniform CAD solution for the entire manufacturing process.

* WorkXPlore 3D, an advanced 3D data visualization, interrogation and analysis solution.

* WorkPLAN Enterprise, a new generation ERP solution for custom manufacturers.

* MyWorkPLAN, a cost effective and easy to use job management system.

With many years' business, engineering and software development experience, Sescoi understands customers' requirements, helps them master the challenges of new software implementation and build their business long-term.

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