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01.06.07 New Engineering Module
Printed Circuits Professional now includes a new Engineering module that enables the user to read, extract and view data from a variety of files such as Standard and Extended Gerber, Excellon Drill, ODB++, ODB++X and DFP format. In addition, the user can import data from XML UCAM, Standard PCP XML and text files, and can export data into ODB++X, PCP XML and text file formats.

The engineering module also includes an integrated dynamic stack-up generator and the ability to configure and manage the engineering process route, generate customer reports and design statistics.

14.03.07 Sage Interface
Printed Circuits Professional now interface with the latest Sage financial software Line 50 2007 and MMS version 3.5
28.08.06 Graphic adopts PCP solution
Softwires Ltd is pleased to announce the receipt of an important order from Graphic Plc for its flagship Printed Circuit Professional (PCP2) product. Graphic Plc is a world leader in high-density interconnection technology, supplying specialist printed circuits (such as copper filled microvia flexi-rigids) across the full range of business markets, in particular the aerospace, defence, medical and telecommunication industry sectors.

After considerable specification assessment and against stiff competition from several major international system vendors Graphic Plc selected PCP2 as its preferred ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system solution, fully integrated modules from Sales Management for quotations and orders, through Production and Process Engineering (including online job tracking and automatic route card / build sheet generation), Data Capture from the manufacturing cycle, Quality Management, Stock Control, to Sales Contact Management and Document Management also incorporating a Mobile Production Control capability (dynamic PDA wireless connection), and providing integrated Engineering control and Data Management solutions.

Jon Kelsey, Graphic Plc IT Manager identified PCP2 as the ERP system best placed to meet the needs of an increasingly demanding market in which products are becoming more complex and diverse, and where the business and factory control requirements are becoming more exacting.

”PCP2 replaces a system that reached the end of its development life, no longer able to fully support our exacting needs; we were impressed with the flexibility of PCP2 and with Softwires willingness to work with us to customise it still further, it has a user friendly interface and will enable us to integrate the functionality of many fragmented applications into a comprehensive companywide solution,” Jon added, “We also feel very comfortable working closely with a reputable UK based company that supports a wide ranging PCB fabricator community”.

04.04.06 Eurotech implements PCP
PCP2 went “live” at Eurotech in April 2006, after several detailed demonstrations, one that included an automatic upsizing of existing Eurotech database structures. It was clear to the Eurotech directors that in PCP2 Softwires could provide the preferred state-of-the-art ERP system solution.

David Douglas, Eurotech Financial Director said, “We certainly needed to update our ERP system but, having already invested many man years of time and effort in system configuration and bespoke functionality, we did have grave reservations about system migration, implementation timescales and the inevitable disruption. PCP2 was clearly the most practical and cost effective solution, this has since proved to be the case as the overall transition has been a real success and about as smooth as I could ever have wished for.” he added, “We are already seeing considerable benefits from using PCP2 and although there are more things we need to do, we are very comfortable with the assistance and constant support provided by Softwires. I am particularly impressed with the level of bespoke work Softwires have been willing and able to put into this project”.

07.04.05 New Italian Representative
SoftWires are proud to announce the appointment of CadLog s.r.l. Filippo D’Agata & Nicola Vivanet as the Italian and Spanish representative and Value Added Reseller.
30.09.05 New Printed Circuits Assembly (PCA) Edition
Printed Circuits Professional is now available in 2 Editions - Printed Circuits Bare Board Manufacturing (BBM Edition) and Printed Circuit Assembly (PCA Edition). The new PCA Edition is a fully integrated Advanced Enterprise Resource Planning (AERP) software that uses all manufacturing and management features of the BBM Edition but specifically developed for Printed Circuit Assembly.
28.05.04 Mixed Product Panelisation
Printed Circuits Professional now includes Mixed Product Panelisation that will enable the manufacturing of different circuits from different customers on a single panel with the ability to manage each customer order.
25.03.04 New German Representative

SoftWires are proud to announce the appointment of a German representative. Klaus Kern from BFK Services will be servicing Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

24.03.04 Tru-lon Printed Circuits

SoftWires are proud to announce that Tru-lon Printed Circuits (Royston), Hertfordshire based PCB high-technology fabricator, and a member of the Stevenage Circuits Group of companies has purchased and commenced installation of Printed Circuits Professional. Tru-lon has chosen PCP to successfully manage their product line which includes Flex; Flex-rigid; Flex-rigid multilayer, Metal-backed PTFE-Aluminium, Copper and Brass, and other exotic products such as Foam core antenna and Integral planar resistors.

03.03.03 Document Manager DMSÔ
Introducing a new product in the suite of tools available from SoftWires is a Document Manager, DMS. An add on to PCP II, the DMS allows the centralisation and management of all your documents either sent or received with easy archive and retrieval, documents can be associated with customers, suppliers, personnel, contacts or simply a product.
28.12.02 Contact Manager CMSÔ
Introducing a new product in the suite of tools available from SoftWires is a Contact Management Win32 and web application software CMS. An add on to PCP II, the CMS allows the centralisation and management of your personnel’s appointments, visits to customers, tasks and general communication information. Operating from your own website, this internet enabled application can be customized to suit of your current web interface.
14.07.02 Multi-site ManagerÔ
Introducing a new product in the suite of tools available from SoftWires is Multi-site Manager. An add on to PCP II, Multi-site Manager allows Printed Circuit Manufacturers, with multiple manufacturing sites to manage their operation more effectively. Including multi-site costing, multi-site sales analysis, site manufacturing capability and database replication.
21.02.02 Dynamic Detail Inc. (DDi)
DDi Europe selects Softwires for its European corporate system provider with the addition of DDi Zlin electronics and DDi Classical Circuits to join DDi Thomas-Walter, already a user of PCP II since 1995.
07.09.01 Quote ExpressÔ
Introducing a new product in the suite of tools available from SoftWires is Quote Express. An add on to PCP II, Quote Express allows potential customers or your current customers to make a request for quotation on your website either by selecting existing products or entering the specification of new products. Operating from your own website, this internet enabled application can be customized to suit of your current web interface.
16.04.01 PCP ExpressÔ
Introducing a new product in the suite of tools available from SoftWires is PCP Express. An add on to PCP II, PCP Express allows for your sales men and account managers to access their accounts online. Operating from your own website, this internet enabled application can be customized to suit of your current web interface.
15.06.00 SoftWires New Look
SoftWires have redesigned their logo along with producing a new web site which was designed to meet both the needs of potential and existing customers. The Printed Circuits Professional logo also received a face-lift recently to compliment the Windows release. SoftWires are Europe's leading developer and supplier of integrated software tools specifically written for the PCB Industry. Printed Circuits Professional is an integrated manufacturing and management system including Costing, Order Processing, Sales Management, Production Planning, Production Management, Shop Floor Data Collection, Quality, Stock Control and Finance Ledgers. Printed Circuits Professional is continually evolving to meet the changes and demands of PCB manufacturing.
04.05.00 Thomas-Walter
Thomas-Walter Engineering, is already enjoying the benefits of Printed Circuits Professional and are currently configuring the new Windows version in preparation for transition from the original version to the new. Thomas-Walter have been a great contributor in the evolution of Printed Circuits Professional and are looking forward to using the new version which includes many new features, such as an open-database using Microsoft SQL, enabling them to generate their own queries and reports. New costing feature such as formula generation and price-calculator, multiple order facility, links from stock control for increased material utilisation and even more graphical features for panelisation and circuit detail data entry.
10.04.00 A CIMM Approach
Computer Integrated Manufacturing and Management. Streamlining your business using an Information System is the path most companies want to take. For most PCB manufacturers the problem encountered is that most general IS packages are not geared towards made-to-manufacture let alone meeting the critical needs of PCB costing and planning. Printed Circuits Professional has been specifically written for the industry and is a total integrated solution. Printed Circuits Professional is continually evolving to meet the changes and demands of PCB manufacturing.
06.03.00 Assembly Plug-In
SoftWires are currently working on releasing a plug-in for Printed Circuits Professional to incorporate Assembly costing. Many of the SoftWires PCB customers have an Assembly department and wanted to integrate both manufacturing sectors for costing, stock control and planning purposes.
21.02.00 Atlantec
SoftWires are proud to announce Atlantec Technologies, French based PCB fabricator, has purchased and commenced installation of Printed Circuits Professional Windows version. Atlantec are a dynamic high-technology fast-turnaround fabricator, and were looking to upgrade their current system in particular; Costing, Sales Management and Production. Atlantec say that their main aim was to have an integrated solution that would streamline their data from Quotation to Delivery.
07.01.00 Year 2000
Printed Circuits Professional DOS and Windows version are both Year 2000 compliant. All necessary changes have been met, and should there be any unforeseen problems, SoftWires will endeavour to rectify these immediately.
05.12.99 Stevenage
SoftWires are proud to announce that Stevenage Circuits Limited, Hertfordshire based PCB high-technology fabricator, has purchased and commenced installation of Printed Circuits Professional Windows version. Printed Circuits Professional is an integrated manufacturing and management tool, incorporating enterprise resource planning, costing, sales management, shop floor data collection, quality, stock control and finance ledgers.
18.11.99 PCP II Launch
SoftWires' "Printed Circuits Professional", an integrated manufacturing and management tool specifically written for the PCB industry, has officially launched the new Windows NT version at the Productronica Trade Fair Show in Munich, Germany this month. The response from both existing and potential customers has been exceptionally positive and encouraging. The look and feel of PCP2 is still within the same concept as the original PCP version, but with the added advantage of speed icons, more graphic interface making it even easier for users, and new features which have been incorporated by the requests of PCP customers. The new PCP version uses Microsoft's SQL database, enabling users to write their own queries, export data to third party databases and by using Seagate's Crystal Reports generate their own reports.
01.10.99 Productronica
The World's largest PCB event, Productronica '99 in Munich, Germany will be running from 9-12 November. It has been 6 years since Softwires' first attendance at this Trade Fair Show, where Printed Circuits Professional (PCP) was originally launched. The European PCB Convention, is this year part of Productronica and this is where SoftWires will be exhibiting, at Hall B1 Stand 517. Come visit the stand where you will be demonstrated the Windows NT version of PCP. Bookings for demonstrations are already being made, contact our office to secure an appointment to view the new version of PCP.

 

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