Consona Corporation (News - Alert), which delivers software and services to companies of all sizes, ranging from small businesses to Global 2000 enterprises, across a number of industries, has recently introduced Engenix Version 3.3.0, Cimnet (News - Alert) Systems’ engineering automation software for printed circuit board manufacturing.

PCB manufacturers, with the help of Engenix v3.3.0 will be provided with tools for stack-up and traveler automation, job management, communication and collaboration.

By integrating CAM, shop floor and business data, Engenix v3.3.0 will enable the engineering team to quickly engineer PCBs consistently and accurately.

Version 3.3.0 features a fully featured stack-up editor that allows users to define both the final customer product as well as the manufacturing details required for rigid-flex PCBs.

With the help of the new version, unlimited flex-connector and secondary rigid sections can be added to accommodate the most complex designs. For rigid and flex type boards, optional 3-D graphics are also available.

Additionally, version 3.3.0 also features impedance calculations that automatically take into account material changes in the flex sections for transmission lines originating the primary rigid section.

“Our recent focus has been on enhancing capabilities for complex HDI structures for rigid boards and even though our solutions were able to support rigid-flex and flex PCBs, we’ve continued to listen to our customers and add key features to better meet their requirements,” said Iain Wilson, Product Manager, Consona, in a press release. “We’re excited to say that with the release of v3.3.0 and the upcoming release of v3.4, we’ll have leading solutions for all three major types of PCB.”

Combining Cimnet Systems’ PCB Quote solution and PCB Panelizer, the Engenix solution forms a comprehensive Pre-Production Suite, which is specifically designed to deliver continuous improvement, cost savings and increased customer satisfaction throughout PCB pre-production processes.

By fully integrating with Cimnet Systems’ Paradigm ERP solution and other leading ERP products, this solution suite creates a complete PCB business solution that enhances and automates process from quote to ship.

In related news, Consona Corporation announced the general availability of Consona Customer Management Version 7.1, the software application formerly known as Onyx.

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