Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a leading provider of computational intelligence solutions, has appointed Cimatron Ltd., part of the Sandvik Group, as its new global channel partner. This strategic partnership will extend the availability of Altair’s design and simulation tools, particularly the Altair® Inspire™ Mold and Altair® Inspire™ Form, which focus on injection molding and metal forming simulations, respectively, through the Altair® HyperWorks® platform.
Pavan Kumar, Senior Vice President of Global Indirect Business at Altair, emphasized that the collaboration aims to introduce Altair’s advanced simulation technology to new customers, especially those not yet utilizing digital tools for simulation or data analytics. He noted that this partnership will help these companies enhance their competitiveness in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. He also praised Cimatron as a strong addition to Altair’s partner network, anticipating substantial benefits for manufacturing customers.
Dan Marinac, Acting President of Cimatron, explained that Cimatron has a long history in the mold, tool, and die industry, and its customers are increasingly seeking modern solutions to validate their designs and reduce physical testing costs. By integrating Cimatron’s industry expertise with Altair’s technology, the partnership aims to boost productivity and help customers create better, more efficient products across the manufacturing sector.
Cimatron chose it’s solutions to offer “virtual prove out” capabilities within its mold and die design software. This collaboration will support digital twin modeling, simulation, and design optimization, enabling customers to predict and prevent manufacturing defects like sink marks, cooling issues, warpage, and surface defects. It’s user-friendly simulation technology will make these powerful tools accessible to toolmakers without requiring extensive expertise in computer-aided engineering (CAE).
Cimatron, founded in 1982, is a global developer of CAD/CAM software for the manufacturing industry. The company provides specialized tools for mold and die makers as well as production milling and turning. With subsidiaries across Asia, North America, and Europe, Cimatron operates in over 40 countries through certified service providers.
It is a global technology company specializing in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), artificial intelligence (AI), and data analytics solutions. Founded in 1985, it is renowned for its advanced engineering and software tools that enable organizations to design, optimize, and simulate products and processes across industries like automotive, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and healthcare.
Its flagship software, Altair HyperWorks, is widely used for finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and electromagnetics, helping engineers solve complex design challenges efficiently.
Altair’s solutions also extend to AI-driven innovation and cloud computing, empowering businesses to harness the power of data for informed decision-making. With a strong commitment to sustainability and digital transformation, it continues to play a pivotal role in accelerating innovation and enhancing product development cycles worldwide. The company’s global footprint spans numerous countries, with a focus on research, development, and customer collaboration.
