Third Wave Systems

Third Wave Systems develops AdvantEdge, a finite element analysis system for modeling and analyzing machining processes, and a Production Module that performs toolpath-level analysis and process optimization by combining FEA output with CAD/CAM inputs. The site also describes a Wingman product for machining intelligence embedded in Siemens NX.

Customers are manufacturers and engineering teams in automotive, aerospace, orthopedic and machine tooling, and the site cites customer testimonials from engineers at several such firms. The company sells software and runs training events such as machining modeling intensives and bootcamps, and it lists distributors and a free online machining simulation course; the pricing model is not stated.

The company is privately held and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices and distribution described in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia; no founding year is given on the site. Its founder and CEO is listed as Kerry Marusich. Current open roles are Director of Product, Product Quality Engineer (Eden Prairie, Minnesota) and Account Manager for the DACH region.

Product: AdvantEdge FEA machining simulation system and Production Module toolpath analysis software, with Wingman embedded in Siemens NX.