Altair® PollEx™ for ECAD Now Available

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Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR) has announced the availability of Altair® PollEx™ for ECAD, offering engineers advanced PCB verification tools at no cost. This solution, available as a one-year free trial, integrates with leading electronic computer-aided design (ECAD) tools, aiming to streamline design processes and enhance product quality from the early stages. PollEx for ECAD is part of the Altair® HyperWorks® platform and includes essential PCB verification tools for design review, analysis, and early verification. It helps users detect potential manufacturing and electrical issues early, reduce design iterations, and boost production yield. Altair will present this solution at Electronica 2024 in Munich, Germany, and PCB Carolina in Raleigh, North Carolina. For more information and to register for the trial, visit Altair's website.

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• Altair is offering advanced PCB verification tools at no cost.
• The solution integrates with all leading ECAD tools.
• PollEx for ECAD helps reduce design iterations and costly rework.
• The tool is designed to improve product quality from the early stages.

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This product launch, while technically innovative, has immediate financial impact on Altair. The free one-year trial strategy for PollEx for ECAD is primarily a market penetration move targeting the PCB design industry. While it could potentially lead to future revenue through conversions after the trial period, the immediate financial impact is minimal.

The integration with leading ECAD tools and focus on early verification capabilities addresses a critical need in PCB design workflows, potentially reducing costly errors and design iterations. However, the revenue impact will depend on conversion rates after the trial period and market adoption. The announcement's timing with major industry events like Electronica 2024 suggests a well-planned go-to-market strategy, but ROI remains to be proven.

Solution empowers engineers with advanced PCB verification tools at no cost

TROY, Mich., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, announced it is providing engineers access to advanced printed circuit board (PCB) verification tools at no cost with Altair® PollEx™ for ECAD. PollEx for ECAD empowers organizations to streamline design processes, enhance product quality from the earliest stages, and make smarter PCB design decisions. Available as a one-year free trial, PollEx for ECAD integrates seamlessly with all leading electronic computer-aided design (ECAD) tools.

"PollEx for ECAD offers users incredible PCB verification capabilities at no cost, allowing them to integrate with leading ECAD tools and transform their PCB design workflows," said Sam Mahalingam, chief technology officer, Altair. "This is a can't-miss opportunity for teams and organizations responsible for designing and manufacturing PCBs. We encourage all users to try this software and discover its potential firsthand."

PollEx for ECAD – part of the Altair® HyperWorks® design and simulation platform – includes the core capabilities of Altair® PollEx™, offering essential PCB verification tools that simplify design review, analysis, and early verification. Designed to deliver impactful functionality, PollEx for ECAD empowers users to:

• Review designs, analyze, verify, and assess physical, logical, and electrical attributes early in the design life cycle.
• Detect potential manufacturing and electrical issues early in design to reduce design iterations and avoid costly rework.
• Identify issues and boost production yield with ECAD integration.
• Ensure seamless collaboration throughout the PCB development process.

Altair will present PollEx for ECAD at the following events:

• Electronica 2024 (Hall A3, Booth 562), Munich, Germany, November 12-15
• PCB Carolina (Exhibitor Table #95), Raleigh, North Carolina, November 13

To learn more about PollEx for ECAD and to register for a one-year trial, visit https://web.altair.com/pollex-for-ecad. To learn more about PollEx, visit https://altair.com/pollex. To learn more about Altair's semiconductor and EDA capabilities, visit https://altair.com/semiconductors.

About Altair

Altair is a global leader in computational intelligence that provides software and cloud solutions in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics, and AI. Altair enables organizations across all industries to compete more effectively and drive smarter decisions in an increasingly connected world – all while creating a greener, more sustainable future. To learn more, please visit www.altair.com.

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FAQ

What is Altair PollEx for ECAD?

Altair PollEx for ECAD is a solution offering advanced PCB verification tools, available at no cost for a one-year trial.

When will Altair present PollEx for ECAD?

Altair will present PollEx for ECAD at Electronica 2024 in Munich, Germany, from November 12-15, and at PCB Carolina in Raleigh, North Carolina, on November 13.

How does PollEx for ECAD benefit engineers?

PollEx for ECAD helps engineers streamline design processes, enhance product quality, detect issues early, and reduce design iterations.

Is PollEx for ECAD compatible with existing ECAD tools?

Yes, PollEx for ECAD integrates seamlessly with all leading ECAD tools.

Where can I register for the PollEx for ECAD trial?

You can register for the one-year free trial of PollEx for ECAD on Altair's website.