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01 Jun 2010 - Materialise releases enhanced free software for STL inspection and compression
Materialise has proudly announced the release of a new version of the free software solution for the inspection and compression of STL files – MiniMagics 2. The original MiniMagics made rapid product development project communication so much easier, and MiniMagics 2 does exactly the same, only better.
MiniMagics 2 is an indispensible tool for anyone that would like to view or interact with an STL file. Upgrading to MiniMagics 2 is also highly recommended for existing MiniMagics users, who will benefit from its enhanced features and its full compatibility with Magics 14.
MiniMagics 2 ensures precise measurements every time. The enhanced measurement options in MiniMagics2 offer increased flexibility and now enable accurate measurements to be taken using points, lines, circles and planes.
With it’s range of new viewing options, MiniMagics2 enables users to quickly grasp the most complex of projects. For instant geometry appreciation, view options now include shade, wireframe, shade & wire, triangle and transparent.
Ease of use is prevalent throughout MiniMagics2 and it’s even evident at the installation stage. For users operating in organizations that require installations to be carried out by a system administrator, MiniMagics2 offers an easy silent server installation option. This enables a system administrator to quickly and easily get you up and running and benefitting from MiniMagics2 immediately.
“MiniMagics 2 is a vital tool for anyone that comes into contact with an STL file. With the new view and measurement options, important project information can be discussed with a high degree of accuracy and confidence. Project information can be easily communicated with annotations and the STL file can be quickly compressed by up to a factor of 20 and efficiently exchanged with other MiniMagics2 and Magics users”, remarked Katrien Lenaerts, Magics e-Solution Suite Product Manager.
MiniMagics is the freeware component of the Magics e-Solution Suite, in which Materialise offers an essential range of integrated efficiency boosting solutions for rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing setups.
For more information visit: www.minimagics.com
About Materialise
Materialise Software develops innovative software applications for enabling and optimizing the advanced use of rapid prototyping (RP), tooling and manufacturing techniques. Whether it's STL file handling and manipulation, preparation for rapid prototyping, tool design, file optimization for CAE, design optimization or even reverse engineering, our software equips customers to accomplish their most challenging tasks with ease. Materialise Software offers a wide range of activities applicable in a variety of markets and industries. Its SDS department develops customized, integrated software applications. Our highly automated solutions boost efficiency and reduce lead-times, resulting in increased productivity within entire processes.