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Cam

Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), is the use of computers and computer technology to control, manage, operate, and monitor manufacturing processes.

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Industry/Domain: Software
Category: CAM
Company: Moldflow
Product: Moldflow Plastics Advisers
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