ETA/ VPG Software Distributor Network Expands in Japan with Digital Solutions Inc. Agreement

Engineering Technology Associates, Inc. and Digital Solutions Inc. sign and agreement for distribution of eta/VPG software, to enhance virtual product development processes.

Troy, MI; Hiroshima, Japan (PRWEB) June 12, 2004 -- Engineering Technology Associates, Inc., a provider of virtual product development software solutions, today announced that Digital Solutions, Inc., a software systems integrator and reseller, is the latest to join its distribution network for the eta/VPG software product. DSI, whose sales and support will cover Japan, plans to target engineering and manufacturing companies of all sizes, including those specializing in aerospace, automotive and consumer products.

Based in Hiroshima, Japan, DSI offers a portfolio of high-end software products, as well as an array of professional IT services for system design, implementation and integration. Adding ETAs VPG (virtual proving ground) software to their portfolio provides them new opportunities to meet industry demands for tools that boost productivity during product development.

VPGs patented process, and the ability to construct complex finite element models allow product developers to rapidly simulate the behavior of a mechanical system under operating conditions.

VPGs tight integration with MCAE solvers such as NASTRAN and LS-DYNA make it an optimal solution for auto suppliers, heavy equipment manufacturers and any company using a virtual product development strategy for product development.

We are pleased to add DSI as part of our growing distribution network. ETAs software products will provide a new opportunity for DSIs customers to enhance their virtual product development activities", comments Abe Keisoglou, ETA President. "DSI's knowledge of our target industries combined with their technical expertise and commitment to customer service make them a valuable partner in support of our efforts to deliver VPG software to the product development community."

About Engineering Technology Associates, Inc.:

ETA is a privately held software development and engineering services company based in Troy, Michigan. Software developed by ETA supports the virtual product development activities of manufacturing companies such as Ford Motor Company, General Motors, DaimlerChrysler and Toyota. ETAs VPG (Virtual Proving Ground) software enables companies to perform testing simulations with greater accuracy and higher confidence, resulting in higher quality products and lower development costs. ETA also develops eta/DYNAFORM, a metalforming simulation solution. You can find more information on http://www.etavpg.com

About Digital Solutions, Inc.:

Digital Solutions, Inc is Hiroshima, Japan based company focused on supplying their customers with complete hardware and software solutions for a wide range of engineering and manufacturing needs. DSI recognizes that today's companies need technology specialists who understand their business challenges. That is why DSI offers their customers diversity and versatility in their portfolio that offers engineering computing products for CAD/CAM/CAE, including NASTRAN software from Noran Engineering. More information is available at http://www.digital-sol.co.jp