NKK Switches Launches 3D CAD Models With PARTsolutions Technology
Initial Products Now Available for Configuration & Download at NKKSwitches.com
SCOTTSDALE, AZ--(Marketwire - October 15, 2007) - NKK Switches, the leading designer and
manufacturer of innovative electromechanical switching devices, has
launched a partnership with PARTsolutions, a leading provider of digital
parts management technology and services, to provide a digital 3D CAD
library and configurator for NKK's product lines.
Using PARTsolutions, NKK has Web-enabled a partial collection of M Series
Toggles, M Series Rockers, LB Series Illuminated and Non Illuminated
Pushbuttons and the SmartSwitch™ LCD programmable switches, all of which
are available immediately, representing over 125,000 viewable
configurations. The catalog will grow over time, allowing prospective
customers to graphically configure components with the sizes, features, and
colors they need. Once configured, the online library creates high quality,
native CAD data including the accurate NKK SWITCHES part number, which is
downloaded by the designer.
"In an effort to exceed our customer's expectations, providing 3D models is
another way NKK can bring value and support to their needs." said Lou
Molinari, Vice President Marketing at NKK Switches. "We reviewed many 3D
solution providers and determined that PARTsolutions yielded the best over
all support and flexibility to help us in this area."
"PARTsolutions is excited to partner with NKK Switches and looks forward to
serving the company with the best lead generation network available, and to
serving their customers with the best quality CAD native digital catalog
data possible," commented Rob Zesch, President of PARTsolutions.
The PARTsolutions' 3D CAD library may be accessed on the NKK website as
well as various online market places including the Autodesk® Supplier
Content Center, Machine Design Magazine CAD library, and others. NKK
products will also be available within PARTsolutions Intelligent Parts
Management solutions, allowing NKK Switches to introduce their products to
new prospects worldwide independent of the CAD technology they may be
using.
With the comparative lack of available 3D tools for component selection,
PARTsolutions' 3D CAD library and configurator represent a significant
enhancement to NKK's overall support strategy. In addition to the company's
dedicated and experienced switch specialists who help with engineering,
pricing and competitive cross referencing, NKK can now offer engineers a
fast and efficient way to utilize NKK Switches in their designs.
The leading designer and producer of electromechanical switches, NKK
Switches offers one of the industry's most extensive selections of
illuminated, process sealed, miniature, specialty and surface mount
switches. The company manufactures more than four million toggle, rocker,
pushbutton, slide, rotary, DIP rotary, keypad and keylock switches. All
switches are designed and manufactured to provide the quality and
dependability that has made NKK the benchmark for reliability for over half
a century.
NKK continues to lead the industry in responding to the needs of the
marketplace with innovation, high reliability and a commitment to
excellence. The company provides environmentally safe products for its
valued customers, including the myriad of issues that are covered under the
RoHS directive. NKK maintains a complete network of qualified
representatives and distributors through the United States, Canada, Central
and South America, Europe and Asia.
Engineers who design the man-machine interface for their products rely on
the broad product line, specialized design expertise and customer support
of NKK Switches. For more information contact NKK Switches, 7850 E. Gelding
Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85260. Phone 480/991-0942. Fax 480/998-1435. See the
NKK Web site at www.nkkswitches.com.
PARTsolutions® LLC is a leading provider of enterprise, digital parts
management technology and services, delivering solutions since 1992.
Manufacturers increase sales by enabling engineers to specify components
early in the design process. Engineers reduce design time with access to
components and assemblies in over 85 CAD & graphic formats, addressing
nearly 100% of all global CAD seats. Information about PARTsolutions can be
found at http://www.part-solutions.com.
Contact Information: Chris Walker
Connect Public Relations
480-366-6015
Debbie Martin
NKK Switches
480-991-0942