Universal Catia converter knows V4 from V5

Theorem’s new Universal CATIA translator for UGNX users both streamlines and simplifies data translation and collaborative working under ‘real world’ conditions, by automatically differentiating between CATIA V5 and V4 data files and converting them to UGNX in a single operation. CATIA and UGNX are widely used in many long-term design projects and it is not unusual for design and manufacturing companies to employ both CATIA V4 and CATIA V5 on production work. Other supply chain partners may operate UGNX, resulting in collaborative projects that can involve a mix of two CATIA file formats as well as UGNX data. A further complication is that CATIA V5 assemblies may incorporate embedded CATIA V4 files – a fact that might not become apparent until there is a need to undertake data translation. Providing a complete solution within a single product, Theorem’s Universal CATIA to UGNX CADverter eliminates the need for users to identify which version of CATIA the target data is supplied in. It not only identifies and converts mixed native CATIA V5 and V4 files automatically, but also recognises and translates CATIA V5 assemblies that include embedded V4 data – all without operator input.