Innovators, Revolutionaries, and Leaders

We are a revolutionary, innovative company. We started setting the rules for how CMM software should work. For example, did you know we were the first company to introduce 3D Graphics to CMM software? Today we are leading the industry by adapting metrology into manufacturing systems.

History

Our Journey Through Time and Milestones

Explore the significant moments that shaped our company. Each milestone reflects our commitment to excellence and innovation.

CAPPS Metrology Software 1987

1987

AAT3D is Incorporated

Applied Automation Technologies (AAT3D) incorporated to develop software for QC, Machining, and Automation.
Computer Aided Part Programing Software (CAPPS) was introduced as the first CAD based online measurement software for CMMs.

1991

CAPPS-NC Development

CAPPS software introduced to NC machine tools as CAPPS-NC on-machine measurement solution.

CAPPS-NC On-Machine Metrology Software Simulation on Gantry CNC Machine

CAPPS-NC NC-Fit Software

1994

Introduction of NCFIT

CAPPS-NC introduced as on-machine measurement software for a major aerospace manufacturer.
NCFIT Software introduced to Modify and Bestfit NC Programs

2000

Laser Point Cloud Interface

Laser point cloud interface development to enable CAPPS to work with large measurement data on all platforms.

CAPPS-NC point cloud interface

CNC Logos - Siemens, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazak

2005

Remote Machine Interface (RMI) Development

After developing many controller interfaces for CMMs and NC, RMI is developed to provide universal interfaces for easy and clean machine to machine communication.

2012

NCFIT Adaptation

NCFIT applications for both modifying and best-fitting NC programs gained widespread recognition in the manufacturing industry. As a result, the NCFIT product quickly became a flagship solution for AAT3D, highly sought after for addressing manufacturing challenges.

CAPPS-NC NC-Fit software simulation

keyence cnc laser scanning

2014

Laser Scanners Adaptation

Integrating Blue Light Laser Scanners directly into CNC machines enables real-time data collection and feature extraction, eliminating delays associated with external inspection processes. This ensures immediate feedback on the machined state, reducing scrap and improving overall efficiency
Shop Floor: Dataview & Feedback introduced to create a smart metrology database and provide a closed loop interface between various machines.

2019

DMG MORI Partnership

AAT3D & DMG-MORI USA Announces New Partnership utilizing CAPPS On-Machine Metrology

Andretti Indy Car

2021

Andretti Autosports Partnership

Andretti Autosport announces that Applied Automation Technologies (AAT3D) will serve as the team’s official metrology solution

2025 & Beyond

Strategic Partnerships & Innovation

Many strategic partnerships with Machine Tool OEM's, Metrology Sensor OEM's, and various global vendors.
AAT3D continues to expand and opens a new location in Seattle, Washington, USA.
CAPPS-NC and CAPPS-DMIS recognized as a universal solution for all metrology based manufacturing.

City of Seattle