ModuleWorks
ModuleWorks is a privately held German software company that develops and licenses embedded CAD/CAM components — including toolpath generation, CNC simulation and digital twin technology — to more than 200 OEM partners such as Autodesk, Siemens, PTC and DMG MORI.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2004
- HeadquartersAachen, Germany
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What ModuleWorks does
ModuleWorks GmbH is a privately held German software company headquartered in Aachen that develops and licenses CAD/CAM software components for the digital manufacturing industry. Founded as a carve-out around 2003-2004 and a CIRP corporate member since 2004, ModuleWorks provides toolpath generation, CNC simulation, collision avoidance, digital twin visualization and supporting utilities that are licensed as embedded components to more than 200 partner companies worldwide, including major CAD/CAM vendors such as Autodesk, PTC, Siemens, Hexagon, CAMWorks, Mastercam, GibbsCAM and SolidCAM, as well as CNC machine tool builders such as DMG MORI, Fanuc, Mazak, Okuma, Hurco and DN Solutions. The company claims a global market share above 75% in CAD/CAM component technology and operates releases on a roughly three-per-year cadence, most recently delivering the 2025.12 and 2026.04 versions with GPU-accelerated machine simulation and extended VoluMill/SmartRoughing capabilities.
ModuleWorks' product architecture spans three layers: toolpath generation components (3-axis through 5-axis machining, adaptive roughing, turning, high dynamic turning, Next Generation Shop Floor Programming, VoluMill and VoluTurn acquired from Celeritive Technologies); simulation components (Simulation SDK, Collision Avoidance System, Visual Twin digital twin, and GPU Simulation introduced in 2026.04); and supporting utilities (Stock Manager, NC Editor, Mesh Toolkit, Post-Processor Framework, MDES Equipment). Industry-specific solutions target Digital Dentistry, Optics & Ultra-Precision Machining, Laser-Aided Manufacturing and Woodworking.
The business model is B2B software component licensing, structured as multi-year Subscription and node-locked Stand-alone, Multi-seat or Network licenses with an optional Evaluation/Trial tier, supplemented by professional services for integration and customization. Revenue mechanics rest on recurring licensing royalties to OEM partners, with additional Professional Services and consulting engagements and a sales-led direct channel reinforced by trade-show presence at IMTS, AMB, JIMTOF and Formnext. The company has expanded its capabilities and reach through the May 2024 acquisition of Celeritive Technologies (VoluMill/VoluTurn), the May 2025 strategic investment in AI-machining company Toolpath Labs alongside Kennametal Inc. and Leaders Fund, and an equity relationship with Kennametal Inc. as part of a joint commitment to drive digitalization in manufacturing. ModuleWorks employs over 200 staff across Germany, the United States and China and has been recognized among 'Deutschlands Beste Arbeitgeber' since 2014.
ModuleWorks firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- ModuleWorks
- Legal name
- ModuleWorks GmbH
- Website
- https://moduleworks.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2004
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- ModuleWorks is a privately held German software company that develops and licenses embedded CAD/CAM components — including toolpath generation, CNC simulation and digital twin technology — to more than 200 OEM partners such as Autodesk, Siemens, PTC and DMG MORI.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
ModuleWorks industry classification
Industry- Product category
- CAD/CAM Software Components
- NAICS
- Cutting Tool and Machine Tool Accessory Manufacturing (333515)
- SIC
- Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541)
- akta.pro primary industry
- CAM Toolpath Generation & DfAM Optimization (IMAAACAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- 3D Design & CAD for Additive Manufacturing (IMAAACAA), Machine Control, Firmware & Print Management (IMAAACAD), Quality Assurance, Inspection & Traceability Software (AM) (IMAAACAG)
Keywords
Where ModuleWorks is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Aachen
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
ModuleWorks business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations
Revenue model
- Software Licensing: ModuleWorks licenses CAD/CAM software components to partner companies. The EULA describes various license types including Stand-alone, Multi-seat, Network, Educational, Evaluation, Alpha/Beta, and Fixed Term/Subscription licenses. The company retains ownership of all intellectual property rights in the Licensed Materials.
- Subscription/Maintenance: ModuleWorks offers Subscriptions for Licensed Materials which may include rights in addition to or different from standard licenses. Subscriptions provide updates, upgrades, and support services. Subject to separate terms and conditions.
- Professional Services: ModuleWorks provides consulting, development, integration, and support services to help partners implement and optimize their use of ModuleWorks technology.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Stand-alone Individual License - Single computer installation for internal business use |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Multi-seat Stand-alone License - Multiple computers for internal business use |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Network License - Multi-user access through file server |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Educational License - For educational institutions |
| Freemium | Monthly | Evaluation/Demonstration/Trial License |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels7 records
ModuleWorks product offering
Product offeringCore offering
ModuleWorks develops and licenses CAD/CAM software components for toolpath generation, machining simulation, and CNC automation. Its technology is embedded by over 200 partner companies including CAD/CAM software vendors, CNC machine tool builders, and manufacturers across digital dentistry, additive, and industrial machining.
Product overview
ModuleWorks provides a platform-plus-modules architecture of CAD/CAM software components for digital manufacturing. The core product consists of Toolpath Generation Components (including 5-axis, 4-axis, 3-axis, turning, adaptive roughing, SmartRoughing, and VoluMill/VoluTurn from acquired Celeritive Technologies) combined with Simulation Software (Simulation SDK, GPU Simulation, Collision Avoidance System, Visual Twin). Supporting utilities include Stock Manager, NC Editor, Mesh Toolkit, and Post-Processor Framework. The portfolio spans industry-specific solutions for Digital Dentistry, Optics & Ultra-Precision Machining, Laser-Aided Manufacturing, and Woodworking. Software is delivered as licensed software components with three releases per year, targeting CAD/CAM software vendors, CNC machine builders, and manufacturing companies who integrate these technologies into their own products.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- VoluMill: High-efficiency toolpath technology for material removal in machining operations, acquired from Celeritive Technologies.
- VoluTurn
Products and services
- Toolpath Generation Components Core software components for generating multi-axis machining toolpaths (5-axis, 4-axis, 3-axis, and turning strategies) that CAD/CAM vendors and machine builders embed into their own products.
- Simulation SDK Software development kit for CNC machining and cutting simulation, enabling partners to integrate material removal and verification capabilities into their applications.
- Collision Avoidance System Simulation system component that provides real-time collision detection and machine simulation to improve machining safety.
- GPU Simulation GPU-accelerated machining simulation component delivering high-performance visualization and verification of material removal.
- Visual Twin Digital twin visualization technology for representing the machining process and machine state.
- SmartRoughing Automated roughing toolpath component that optimizes machining strategies to reduce cycle times; also offered as an add-in for Autodesk Fusion.
- VoluMill High-efficiency roughing technology brand that generates optimized ultra-high-speed machining toolpaths to reduce cycle times and tool wear.
- VoluTurn High-dynamic turning technology that generates optimized turning toolpaths for improved productivity.
- NGSP (Next Generation Shop Floor Programming) Shop floor programming solution that simplifies CNC part programming directly at the machine.
- Stock Manager Utility component for managing and tracking in-process stock states during machining simulation and programming.
- NC Editor Utility component for viewing and editing NC/CNC program code.
- Mesh Toolkit Utility component for creating and manipulating mesh geometry used in machining and simulation workflows.
- Post-Processor Framework Framework for developing and configuring post-processors that convert toolpaths into machine-specific NC code.
- Digital Dentistry Solution Industry-specific machining component solution for manufacturing dental restorations and prosthetics.
- Optics & Ultra-Precision Machining Solution Industry-specific solution for ultra-precision machining of optical and high-precision components.
- Laser-Aided Manufacturing Framework Software framework supporting laser-based and additive/hybrid manufacturing processes.
- Woodworking Framework Industry-specific software framework for woodworking machining applications.
Quantifiable outcome
- Over 75% global market share in CAD/CAM component technology
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use ModuleWorks
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
ModuleWorks technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
AI capability4 records
Feature9 records
ModuleWorks partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.
- Toolpath LabscoreModuleWorks made a strategic investment in Toolpath Labs, an AI-powered machining optimization company, as part of a funding round led by Kennametal Inc. and joined by Leaders Fund. The investment builds on a technology partnership established in September 2024 and is intended to accelerate the development of AI-driven solutions for the manufacturing industry, including automation and intelligent estimation tools for machine shops.
- Celeritive Technologies, Inc.coreModuleWorks acquired Celeritive Technologies, the developer of VoluMill and VoluTurn high-efficiency roughing technology. The acquisition aims to enhance ModuleWorks' toolpath and simulation offerings for digital manufacturing and reinforce ModuleWorks' leadership in the CAD/CAM component market.
- DN SolutionsmajorDN Solutions established a partnership with ModuleWorks in early 2024 for CNC machining technology integration. DN Solutions is a major CNC machine tool manufacturer.
- AutodeskmajorAutodesk integrates ModuleWorks technology into their Fusion platform. ModuleWorks has released SmartRoughing add-in for Autodesk Fusion and version 2026.04 components optimized for the Fusion ecosystem.
- CAD/CAM Partner EcosystemmajorOver 200 companies partner with ModuleWorks globally, including major CAD/CAM vendors such as Siemens, PTC, Hexagon, CAMWorks, Mastercam, GibbsCAM, SolidCAM, and many others. Partners integrate ModuleWorks components into their software solutions.
- CNC Machine Tool Builder PartnersmajorCNC machine tool manufacturers including DMG MORI, Fanuc, Okuma, Hurco, Bosch Rexroth, Tornos, and others integrate ModuleWorks simulation and control technology into their machines.
- Medical/Dental Technology PartnersmajorDigital dentistry companies including 3Shape, Amann Girrbach, AvaDent, exocad, and others integrate ModuleWorks technology for dental prosthetics manufacturing automation.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
ModuleWorks competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- SolidCAM: Provider of iMachining and full CAM solutions tightly integrated with SOLIDWORKS; competes for the same SME and mid-market CAM seats that ModuleWorks partners target with their toolpath components.
- Mastercam (CNC Software): One of the most widely installed CAM software brands globally; sells comparable toolpath and simulation functionality to similar CNC machine shop customers, making it a direct substitute for ModuleWorks-powered CAM offerings.
- OPEN MIND Technologies: Developer of hyperMILL, a high-end CAM suite with strong 5-axis and automation features; competes head-to-head for OEM and end-user CAM deals where ModuleWorks' toolpath components are integrated into partner products.
- Tebis: German-headquartered CAD/CAM vendor specializing in automated, template-based CAM for tool, die, and moldmaking; competes with ModuleWorks-powered CAM products in the same European moldmaking customer base.
- CAMWorks (HCL): Knowledge-based CAM solution built on top of SOLIDWORKS and a listed ModuleWorks partner/competitor, offering automated feature recognition and toolpath generation comparable to ModuleWorks' SmartRoughing and adaptive roughing.
Broad incumbents
- Autodesk: Owner of Fusion 360 and former acquirer of Delcam, Autodesk is both a major ModuleWorks partner (SmartRoughing add-in for Fusion) and a broad incumbent with full-stack CAD/CAM capabilities that could substitute for ModuleWorks components internally.
- Siemens Digital Industries: Provider of NX CAM as part of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, Siemens integrates ModuleWorks components and competes as a full-suite CAD/CAM incumbent with deep resources to develop in-house alternatives.
- PTC: Owner of Creo and Creo Elements/Pro and a listed ModuleWorks partner, PTC competes in mainstream CAM and has the engineering depth to bring toolpath IP in-house, posing both collaboration and substitution risk.
- Hexagon: Through ESPRIT, Edgecam, and the former Vero/Sescoi assets, Hexagon is a major CAM platform competitor and listed ModuleWorks partner with capabilities that overlap directly with ModuleWorks' toolpath and simulation portfolio.
Emerging players
- Toolpath Labs: AI-powered machining optimization startup in which ModuleWorks has invested (May 2025); represents the AI-native CAM paradigm that could either complement or substitute for traditional toolpath components over time.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
ModuleWorks social profiles
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Valuation estimate
ModuleWorks leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
ModuleWorks subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
ModuleWorks funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
ModuleWorks M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A1 record
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about ModuleWorks
What does ModuleWorks do?
ModuleWorks develops and licenses CAD/CAM software components for toolpath generation, machining simulation, and CNC automation. Its technology is embedded by over 200 partner companies including CAD/CAM software vendors, CNC machine tool builders, and manufacturers across digital dentistry, additive, and industrial machining.
Is ModuleWorks a public or private company?
ModuleWorks is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was ModuleWorks founded?
ModuleWorks was founded in 2004. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is ModuleWorks based?
ModuleWorks is headquartered in Aachen, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does ModuleWorks make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Software Licensing is the primary driver. The others are subscription/Maintenance and professional Services.
Who are ModuleWorks's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are SolidCAM, Mastercam (CNC Software), OPEN MIND Technologies, Tebis and CAMWorks (HCL). Broad incumbents are Autodesk, Siemens Digital Industries, PTC and Hexagon. Toolpath Labs is listed as an emerging player.
Does ModuleWorks have an API?
No public API is recorded for ModuleWorks.
What industry is ModuleWorks in?
ModuleWorks's product category is CAD/CAM Software Components. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAAACAB, CAM Toolpath Generation & DfAM Optimization, with a secondary code of IMAAACAA, 3D Design & CAD for Additive Manufacturing. Its NAICS code is 333515 and its SIC code is 3541.