PLANO, Texas, May 9 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WorldVentures™, the leading direct seller of global travel and leisure club memberships, is proud to announce a seven place jump, from 32 to 25, in its 2017 ranking on Direct Selling News® (DSN) magazine’s Global 100 list.
“Our vault through the Global 100 ranks is proportional to our growth in the industry, and we are both honored and humbled to be recognized by such a prominent publication,” said WorldVentures Founder and Chief Visionary Officer Wayne Nugent. “We accept this recognition as a challenge to continue seeking innovate ways to serve our DreamTrips Members and WorldVentures Representatives.”
Direct Selling News is the leading trade publication for the direct-selling industry, and its coveted annual list is the most prestigious ranking in the world for direct-selling companies, both public and private. The list offers a unique perspective on the global economic and social impact of the industry, while providing insights for independent representatives as well as researchers, investors and those seeking opportunities in the field. Contenders are assessed based on revenues starting in December each year and winners are announced the following April at the Global 100 Celebration. The results will be published in the magazine’s June 2017 issue.
Additional information about the Global 100 list can be found here.
About the Direct Selling News Global 100 List
Direct Selling News is the only publication dedicated to serving direct selling and network marketing executives. It is a controlled-circulation, monthly magazine with an audience of over 6,500 subscribers. Since 2004, Direct Selling News has been dedicated to telling stories focused on relating the opportunities direct sellers provide to millions of independent business owners around the globe. It seemed only fitting to further recognize the industry by compiling a comprehensive list, starting in 2010, of the top direct-selling companies in the world.
About WorldVentures
WorldVentures is a privately held company based in Plano, Texas, that sells travel and leisure club memberships providing a diverse set of products and experiences. The company’s goal is to help Independent Representatives, DreamTrips™ Members and employees achieve more fun, freedom and fulfillment in their lives. WorldVentures uses the direct sales model to go to market with active Representatives and members worldwide. For more information, visit worldventures.com.
Media Contact
Laura Wards
Senior Director, Corporate Affairs
214-621-7072
press@worldventures.com
SOURCE : WorldVentures Services, LLC
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Friday, May 12, 2017
Thursday, May 11, 2017
3D SYSTEMS BEGINS SHIPPING 3DXPERT SOFTWARE WITH DIRECT METAL PRINTERS TO DRIVE SUBSTANTIAL PRODUCTIVITY GAINS AND OPERATIONAL SAVINGS
- Customer reports productivity gains of 40 percent or higher and reduction in print processing time of up to 75 percent
- New 3DXpert Build Simulation module increases operational savings
PITTSBURGH, May 9 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) today announced the immediate bundling of its innovative 3DXpert™ software with all of its direct metal printers to streamline precision metal workflows for customers across applications and industries. The company also announced that 3DXpert is planned to include a new Build Simulation module that allows users to accurately verify and optimize their parts, designs and supports to uncover costly issues before sending parts to print.
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The company’s 3DXpert all-in-one software solution saves users significant time and money by eliminating the need for multiple software packages, while also delivering advanced and unique capabilities in print preparation, supports and structure optimization, slicing and post-processing.
Metal Technology Inc. (MTI), specializing in custom parts for aerospace, defense and medical applications, reduced print processing times by up to 75 percent and achieved productivity gains of 40 percent or higher using 3DXpert software and 3D Systems’ ProX® DMP 320.
“One of the main drivers for us to switch over to 3DXpert was that we can compress our workflow into a single solution,” said Jason Stitzel, Director of Engineering, MTI. “We went from using at least three different software systems to get the final product to doing it all with one. 3DXpert removes the need to convert from a solid model to an STL, a process that inherently introduces issues and errors.”
“Before we used 3DXpert, running a complicated part through a slicing engine took close to 20 hours to process, slice, run the parameters and create a build file. With 3DXpert, we could do the same build file in just four hours,” Stitzel added.
For more details on MTI’s experience with 3DXpert, click here.
Using 3DXpert’s unique capabilities, customers will be able to increase productivity and lower cost of operations by:
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The company’s 3DXpert all-in-one software solution saves users significant time and money by eliminating the need for multiple software packages, while also delivering advanced and unique capabilities in print preparation, supports and structure optimization, slicing and post-processing.
Metal Technology Inc. (MTI), specializing in custom parts for aerospace, defense and medical applications, reduced print processing times by up to 75 percent and achieved productivity gains of 40 percent or higher using 3DXpert software and 3D Systems’ ProX® DMP 320.
“One of the main drivers for us to switch over to 3DXpert was that we can compress our workflow into a single solution,” said Jason Stitzel, Director of Engineering, MTI. “We went from using at least three different software systems to get the final product to doing it all with one. 3DXpert removes the need to convert from a solid model to an STL, a process that inherently introduces issues and errors.”
“Before we used 3DXpert, running a complicated part through a slicing engine took close to 20 hours to process, slice, run the parameters and create a build file. With 3DXpert, we could do the same build file in just four hours,” Stitzel added.
For more details on MTI’s experience with 3DXpert, click here.
Using 3DXpert’s unique capabilities, customers will be able to increase productivity and lower cost of operations by:
- Eliminating the need to convert files into mesh while improving data quality and integrity with the ability to natively work with CAD data (solid & surfaces/b-rep);
- Easily making changes at any stage using history based parametric CAD tools by working in a hybrid (Mesh, Solid and Lattice) modeling environment;
- Accelerating print time while maintaining part integrity using the patent-pending 3D Zoning capability, that allows customers to easily assign different print strategies to different areas of a part based on geometry features, and seamlessly merge them into a single scan-path;
- Minimizing part weight and material with lightning-fast creation and editing of micro lattices using structure optimization tools;
- Generating optimal scan-paths with unique printing strategies that take into account the design intent and part geometry; and
- Programming post-processing operations (e.g. drilling and milling) in the same software with no need to transfer data to a separate software.
“3DXpert is a real game changer for customers,” said Ilan Erez, Senior Vice President, General Manager, Software, 3D Systems. “It’s enabling customers to print high-quality, complex metal parts more efficiently and at a lower total cost of operation, all in one integrated software solution.”
The new Build Simulation functionality helps customers avoid expensive trial and error iterations typically involved in validating designs, minimize build failures, reduce production time and prevent potential printer damage. 3DXpert’s Build Simulation is planned for availability second half of 2017.
3D Systems will preview the new Build Simulation module of 3DXpert along with its entire range of end-to-end manufacturing solutions for aerospace, automotive, healthcare, dental, durable goods and entertainment at the RAPID + TCT 2017 trade show in Pittsburgh, PA, May 9-11, booth 2525.
More information on these solutions can be found at www.3dsystems.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements made in this release that are not statements of historical or current facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the company to be materially different from historical results or from any future results or projections expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. In many cases, forward looking statements can be identified by terms such as "believes," "belief," "expects," "may," "will," "estimates," "intends," "anticipates" or "plans" or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements are based upon management’s beliefs, assumptions and current expectations and may include comments as to the company’s beliefs and expectations as to future events and trends affecting its business and are necessarily subject to uncertainties, many of which are outside the control of the company. The factors described under the headings "Forward-Looking Statements" and "Risk Factors" in the company’s periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, as well as other factors, could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected or predicted in forward-looking statements. Although management believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, forward-looking statements are not, and should not be relied upon as a guarantee of future performance or results, nor will they necessarily prove to be accurate indications of the times at which such performance or results will be achieved. The forward-looking statements included are made only as the date of the statement. 3D Systems undertakes no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statements made by management or on its behalf, whether as a result of future developments, subsequent events or circumstances or otherwise.
About 3D Systems
3D Systems provides comprehensive 3D products and services, including 3D printers, print materials, on demand manufacturing services and digital design tools. Its ecosystem supports advanced applications from the product design shop to the factory floor to the operating room. 3D Systems’ precision healthcare capabilities include simulation, Virtual Surgical Planning, and printing of medical and dental devices as well as patient-specific surgical instruments. As the originator of 3D printing and a shaper of future 3D solutions, 3D Systems has spent its 30 year history enabling professionals and companies to optimize their designs, transform their workflows, bring innovative products to market and drive new business models.
More information on the company is available at www.3dsystems.com
Investor Contact:
Stacey Witten
Email: investor.relations@3dsystems.com
Media Contact:
Diane Parrish
Email: press@3dsystems.com
SOURCE : 3D Systems Corporation
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The new Build Simulation functionality helps customers avoid expensive trial and error iterations typically involved in validating designs, minimize build failures, reduce production time and prevent potential printer damage. 3DXpert’s Build Simulation is planned for availability second half of 2017.
3D Systems will preview the new Build Simulation module of 3DXpert along with its entire range of end-to-end manufacturing solutions for aerospace, automotive, healthcare, dental, durable goods and entertainment at the RAPID + TCT 2017 trade show in Pittsburgh, PA, May 9-11, booth 2525.
More information on these solutions can be found at www.3dsystems.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements made in this release that are not statements of historical or current facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the company to be materially different from historical results or from any future results or projections expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. In many cases, forward looking statements can be identified by terms such as "believes," "belief," "expects," "may," "will," "estimates," "intends," "anticipates" or "plans" or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements are based upon management’s beliefs, assumptions and current expectations and may include comments as to the company’s beliefs and expectations as to future events and trends affecting its business and are necessarily subject to uncertainties, many of which are outside the control of the company. The factors described under the headings "Forward-Looking Statements" and "Risk Factors" in the company’s periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, as well as other factors, could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected or predicted in forward-looking statements. Although management believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, forward-looking statements are not, and should not be relied upon as a guarantee of future performance or results, nor will they necessarily prove to be accurate indications of the times at which such performance or results will be achieved. The forward-looking statements included are made only as the date of the statement. 3D Systems undertakes no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statements made by management or on its behalf, whether as a result of future developments, subsequent events or circumstances or otherwise.
About 3D Systems
3D Systems provides comprehensive 3D products and services, including 3D printers, print materials, on demand manufacturing services and digital design tools. Its ecosystem supports advanced applications from the product design shop to the factory floor to the operating room. 3D Systems’ precision healthcare capabilities include simulation, Virtual Surgical Planning, and printing of medical and dental devices as well as patient-specific surgical instruments. As the originator of 3D printing and a shaper of future 3D solutions, 3D Systems has spent its 30 year history enabling professionals and companies to optimize their designs, transform their workflows, bring innovative products to market and drive new business models.
More information on the company is available at www.3dsystems.com
Investor Contact:
Stacey Witten
Email: investor.relations@3dsystems.com
Media Contact:
Diane Parrish
Email: press@3dsystems.com
SOURCE : 3D Systems Corporation
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INNOVMETRIC RELEASES POLYWORKS® 2017, DELIVERING A NEW CONTROL-CENTRIC REVIEWING WORKFLOW
QUEBEC, QC, Canada, May 11 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InnovMetric Software Inc., the leading provider of universal 3D metrology software solutions, launched PolyWorks 2017, the latest release of the company’s universal 3D metrology software platform. PolyWorks 2017 delivers a new control-centric reviewing workflow – a key upgrade for all portable metrology and CNC CMM measurement specialists that need to share large metrology projects, containing hundreds of dimensional and GD&T controls, with colleagues, customers, and suppliers. It also provides a major technology upgrade for large-volume metrology applications, and a unique approach to real-time collision analysis for more efficient CNC CMM project setups.
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INNOVMETRIC REPORTS RECORD POLYWORKS® LICENSE SALES WORLDWIDE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016
QUEBEC CITY, May 9 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InnovMetric Software Inc., the leading provider of universal 3D metrology software solutions, proudly announced today that worldwide demand for PolyWorks® in fiscal year 2016 (ending March 31, 2017) led to a 20% global sales revenue increase compared to the previous fiscal year. This growth was fueled by all-time record sales of 3300 new licenses of PolyWorks.
The PolyWorks sales growth in the three largest Asian markets, China, Japan, and India, has reached an impressive 35%. Moreover, PolyWorks support/maintenance contract sales in North America and in Western European countries have also significantly increased, by 30% and 40% respectively.
“2016 represented a defining moment in our company’s history: we achieved our 2006 vision of delivering a universal 3D metrology software platform by unifying the worlds of portable metrology and CNC CMMs. Although an impressive achievement in itself, what truly made PolyWorks 2016 a milestone in the metrology industry is the fact that it delivered a truly universal 3D metrology workflow. Portable metrology and CNC CMM operators were now able to define and execute their measurement plans, and review the measurement results, using the same tools and methods within a single software module,” said Marc Soucy, President of InnovMetric. “Commercially, it was also a transition year, as our large manufacturing OEM customers needed to assess all the cost-reduction opportunities brought by a universal platform before embracing our unique vision. The remarkable growth in license and support/maintenance sales worldwide shows that PolyWorks 2016 is gaining acceptance and is starting to take root. This is exciting news that should lead to major sales opportunities in FY2017 as we prepare to celebrate the sale of the 20,000th PolyWorks license in June.”
About InnovMetric Software
Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Quebec, QC, Canada, with subsidiaries worldwide, InnovMetric Software Inc. is the leading provider of universal 3D metrology software solutions. The world’s largest industrial manufacturing organizations (Toyota, GM, Volkswagen, Honda, BMW, Daimler, Ford, Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney, Boeing, Embraer, Bombardier, Apple, and many more) trust InnovMetric’s PolyWorks® software solutions and associated technical services to maximize the benefits of 3D measurement technologies for their engineering and manufacturing applications.
With its subsidiaries and joint ventures, InnovMetric has more than 250 employees in 14 countries: Canada, United States, Mexico, Brazil, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Sweden, Turkey, India, Thailand, China, and Japan. For more information, please visit: www.innovmetric.com.
Contact: Nathalie Rhéaume
Tel: 1-418-688-2061
Email: nrheaume@innovmetric.com
Website: www.innovmetric.com
SOURCE : InnovMetric Software Inc.
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The PolyWorks sales growth in the three largest Asian markets, China, Japan, and India, has reached an impressive 35%. Moreover, PolyWorks support/maintenance contract sales in North America and in Western European countries have also significantly increased, by 30% and 40% respectively.
“2016 represented a defining moment in our company’s history: we achieved our 2006 vision of delivering a universal 3D metrology software platform by unifying the worlds of portable metrology and CNC CMMs. Although an impressive achievement in itself, what truly made PolyWorks 2016 a milestone in the metrology industry is the fact that it delivered a truly universal 3D metrology workflow. Portable metrology and CNC CMM operators were now able to define and execute their measurement plans, and review the measurement results, using the same tools and methods within a single software module,” said Marc Soucy, President of InnovMetric. “Commercially, it was also a transition year, as our large manufacturing OEM customers needed to assess all the cost-reduction opportunities brought by a universal platform before embracing our unique vision. The remarkable growth in license and support/maintenance sales worldwide shows that PolyWorks 2016 is gaining acceptance and is starting to take root. This is exciting news that should lead to major sales opportunities in FY2017 as we prepare to celebrate the sale of the 20,000th PolyWorks license in June.”
About InnovMetric Software
Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Quebec, QC, Canada, with subsidiaries worldwide, InnovMetric Software Inc. is the leading provider of universal 3D metrology software solutions. The world’s largest industrial manufacturing organizations (Toyota, GM, Volkswagen, Honda, BMW, Daimler, Ford, Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney, Boeing, Embraer, Bombardier, Apple, and many more) trust InnovMetric’s PolyWorks® software solutions and associated technical services to maximize the benefits of 3D measurement technologies for their engineering and manufacturing applications.
With its subsidiaries and joint ventures, InnovMetric has more than 250 employees in 14 countries: Canada, United States, Mexico, Brazil, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Sweden, Turkey, India, Thailand, China, and Japan. For more information, please visit: www.innovmetric.com.
Contact: Nathalie Rhéaume
Tel: 1-418-688-2061
Email: nrheaume@innovmetric.com
Website: www.innovmetric.com
SOURCE : InnovMetric Software Inc.
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Tuesday, May 9, 2017
3D SYSTEMS INTRODUCES A MULTI-MATERIAL 3D PRINTER SOLUTION WITH BREAKTHROUGH TOTAL COST OF OPERATIONS
- New ProJet MJP 5600 multi-material composite 3D printer delivers new price performance standard for large format, multi-material printers
- Expanded SLA solutions including new Accura materials and 3D Sprint 2.5 to connect customers with faster, more efficient 3D printing
- Geomagic Freeform 2017 delivers enhanced tools for mass-custom design and manufacturing
PITTSBURGH, May 9 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) today at RAPID + TCT 2017 announced new products, materials and capabilities to accelerate its leadership in plastic additive manufacturing.
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- Expanded SLA solutions including new Accura materials and 3D Sprint 2.5 to connect customers with faster, more efficient 3D printing
- Geomagic Freeform 2017 delivers enhanced tools for mass-custom design and manufacturing
PITTSBURGH, May 9 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) today at RAPID + TCT 2017 announced new products, materials and capabilities to accelerate its leadership in plastic additive manufacturing.
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Monday, May 8, 2017
BFC Exchange Launches Online Money Transfer Service
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) --Licensed money services provider BFC Exchange Malaysia Sdn Bhd has made it easier for customers to transfer money with the introduction of its "Smart Money" via www.bfcsmartmoney.my to over 30 countries from the comfort of their home or office.
"Customers can now send money directly to a beneficiary's account or to any one of BFC's cash pick up locations across the globe by debiting payments through local bank accounts," it said in a statement here, Sunday.
To take advantage for a better remittance exchange rates, customer only need to monitor and execute a transaction when rates are favourable, it said.
For registration, customers can visit our Smart Money page www.bfcsmartmoney.my followed with a one-time registration validation requirement at any of BFC Exchange branches by producing oneself ID documents for verification.
"BFC customer service personnel will then provide confirmation of registration by e-mailing to the registered customer providing a temporary 'username' and 'password' to commence online transaction. BFC Exchange Smart Money service is secured by VeriSign and requires only a onetime registration process to get started.
"BFC Smart Money online transfer is convenient, flexible and fast in addition to its minimal charges transaction secured with a single login ID and password," BFC Exchange General Manager, Abdul Wahab Aziz said.
There are no additional bank fees, commission or hidden charges. Just a onetime standard rate per transaction. Register with Smart Money and start experiencing the difference in sending money, he said.
For more information on BFC Smart Money or any other BFC services, customers can visit www.bfc.my or call (+60 3) 20267300.
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"Customers can now send money directly to a beneficiary's account or to any one of BFC's cash pick up locations across the globe by debiting payments through local bank accounts," it said in a statement here, Sunday.
To take advantage for a better remittance exchange rates, customer only need to monitor and execute a transaction when rates are favourable, it said.
For registration, customers can visit our Smart Money page www.bfcsmartmoney.my followed with a one-time registration validation requirement at any of BFC Exchange branches by producing oneself ID documents for verification.
"BFC customer service personnel will then provide confirmation of registration by e-mailing to the registered customer providing a temporary 'username' and 'password' to commence online transaction. BFC Exchange Smart Money service is secured by VeriSign and requires only a onetime registration process to get started.
"BFC Smart Money online transfer is convenient, flexible and fast in addition to its minimal charges transaction secured with a single login ID and password," BFC Exchange General Manager, Abdul Wahab Aziz said.
There are no additional bank fees, commission or hidden charges. Just a onetime standard rate per transaction. Register with Smart Money and start experiencing the difference in sending money, he said.
For more information on BFC Smart Money or any other BFC services, customers can visit www.bfc.my or call (+60 3) 20267300.
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XANDER GROUP INKS $350 MILLION DEAL WITH SHRIRAM PROPERTIES FOR CHENNAI SEZ
BANGALORE, India, May 5 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Shriram Properties and Xander Group have signed a $350 million deal, thereby creating one of the largest PE deals witnessed in the real estate space in India. With this deal, Xander acquires 100% interest in Shriram's Gateway SEZ in Chennai for $190 million, with a further commitment of $160 million towards expansion of the IT SEZ.
The deal involves 1.7 million square feet of occupied and operational SEZ, and a partnership with Shriram Properties to deliver the under construction 1.9 million square feet. Shriram Gateway is a 58-acre integrated township project including office space, a shopping mall and residential apartments.
The deal involves 1.7 million square feet of occupied and operational SEZ, and a partnership with Shriram Properties to deliver the under construction 1.9 million square feet. Shriram Gateway is a 58-acre integrated township project including office space, a shopping mall and residential apartments.
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