Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Autodesk Offers Free AutoCAD Architecture Styles

Autodesk Inc. makes available AutoCAD Architecture styles for free.

The categories included in styles are, Doors, Windows, Endcaps, AEC Polygon, Curtain Walls, Walls, Multi-View Block Definitions, Roof Slab Edges, Structural Members, Window Assemblies, Miscellaneous.

To download the styles for free, visit Autodesk.

Monday, November 24, 2008

Autodesk Updates Certified Hardware XML Database

On Nov. 21st, Autodesk Inc. has updated a set of Certified Hardware XML Database for AutoCAD products.

To download the zip and Readme files, visit Autodesk.

Monday, November 10, 2008

Autodesk Labs Updates DWG Export Plug-In for Maya

Autodesk Labs updates its DWG Export plug-in, and now it supports Maya 2009. Both 32-bit and 64-bit version are available.

To download the Zip file, visit Autodesk Labs.

Friday, November 7, 2008

AutoCAD Architecture 2009 Object Enabler 32- and 64-bit Version Available

Autodesk Inc., releases AutoCAD Architecture 2009 Object Enabler in both 32 bit and 64 bit version. To download and view the Readme files, visit Autodesk at following links;

Autodesk Releases AutoCAD LT 2009 Update 2.01

On Nov 6, Autodesk Inc. has released two updates to AutoCAD LT 2009 product. Those are as follows,

  • AutoCAD LT 2009 Update 2.01 - 32bit and
  • AutoCAD LT 2009 Update 2 - 64bit

To download the updates and view the Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Autodesk Issues Open Failure from Windows Explorer Hotfix

On Nov. 4 Autodesk Inc. releases Open Failure from Windows Explorer hotfix for AutoCAD 2008. Both 32-bit and 64-bit version of hotfix and Readme file are available to download from Autodesk webpage.

Monday, November 3, 2008

Autodesk Issues Design Review 2009 SP1 Hotfix

On Oct. 31st, Autodesk Inc. issues a hotfix for Design Review 2009 Service Pack 1.0

To download and view the Readme file visit, Autodesk.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Autodesk Mechanical Desktop 2009 Service Pack 2 Available

On Oct. 17th Autodesk Inc. has announced the general availability of Mechanical Desktop 2009 Service Pack 2. This service pack is available in both 32-bit and 64-bit version.

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

AutoCAD Mechanical 2009 Service Pack 2 Available

On Oct. 17th Autodesk Inc. has announced the general availability of AutoCAD Mechanical 2009 Service Pack 2. This service pack is available in both 32-bit and 64-bit version.

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Autodesk Releases AutoCAD Architecture 2009 Update 2

Autodesk Inc., announces the release of AutoCAD Architecture 2009 product update 2, both 32-bit and 64-bit version.

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

AutoCAD Revit Architecture Suite 2009.1 Update 2 Available

Autodesk Inc., announces the release of AutoCAD Revit Architecture suite 2009.1 product update 2, both 32-bit and 64-bit version.

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Siemens Offers Free Solid Edge 2D Drafting Latest Release

Siemens PLM Software today announced the availability of its latest release of 'free' Solid Edge 2D Drafting software,

New features include;
  • Parametric 2D sketching concepts
  • Microsoft Office 2007 suite user interface
  • Available in 10 languages
For more information, visit www.siemens.com/plm and www.solidedge.com/free2d.

Friday, October 3, 2008

Autodesk Labs Updates STL Exporter for Revit 2009

On Oct. 2 Autodesk Labs updates STL Exporter 32-bit and 64-bit versions for Revit 2009 portfolio.

For more information and to download the zip file visit Autodesk Labs.

Monday, September 29, 2008

Autodesk AutoCAD Structural Detailing 2009 Maintenance Pack 1

Autodesk AutoCAD Structural Detailing 2009 Maintenance Pack 1 Available.

For more information, visit http://www.robobat.com/n/us/501/3/1097/desc
and to download, go to: http://www.robobat.com/n/us/501/3/1097/.

Autodesk AutoCAD 2009 Update 2 Available for Revit Structure 2009

On September 24th, Autodesk has released an AutoCAD 2009 update 2 for AutoCAD Revit Structure Suite 2009. The update is available in both the versions, viz. 32-bit and 64-bit.

To download and more information about the Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Thursday, September 25, 2008

Autodesk AutoCAD LT 2009 Update 2 Available

Autodesk Inc., on Sep. 23rd released AutoCAD LT 2009 Update 2, both 32-bit and 64-bit version.

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Autodesk AutoCAD 2009 Update 2 Available

Autodesk Inc., on Sep. 23rd released AutoCAD 2009 Update 2, both 32-bit and 64-bit version.

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Siemens Upgraded JT2Go 3D Viewer Available for Free

Siemens PLM today announces the release of JT2Go for 3D visualization. With the enhanced functionality in JT2Go users can enable digital models interaction in 3D JT Data format, it also embed 3D JT Data format into Microsoft Office documents.

JT2Go was introduced in November 2004 for PLM to see 3D product models in real time for free.

For more information about JT2Go, visit http://www.jt2go.com/

Friday, September 12, 2008

Spiral Graphics Genetica 3.0 Beta Available for Texture Editing

Spiral Graphics announces the release Genetica 3.0 open beta for texture, animation editing. Genetica 3.0 beta is compatible with Windows. To know more and to download the beta version visit Spiral Graphics.

AliasStudio Direct Reader Free Add-In Available for Inventor

Autodesk Labs have made available updated AliasStudio Direct Reader free Add-in for Inventor. For more information about this Add-in and to download, visit Autodesk Labs.

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Autodesk Inventor View 2009 Service pack 1 Available

Autodesk Inc., released 1st service pack of Inventor View 2009 product.

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Autodesk Inventor 2009 Service Pack 1 Available

Autodesk Inc., on Sep. 10th released Inventor 2009 Service Pack 1.

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 2009 Update 1 Available

Autodesk Inc., on Sep. 4th released AutoCAD Civil 2009 (not AutoCAD Civil 3D) Update 1.

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Thursday, September 4, 2008

Archipelis Designer 2.0 Available for 3D Modeling

Archipelis, a Bordeaux, France based provider of Archipelis Designer 3D tool announces the availability of version 2.0.

Able to create 3D models with speed, Archipelis Designer 2.0 is available for both Mac and Windows at 38 euros.

To purchase Archipelis Designer 2.0, go to: http://www.archipelis.com/purchase.php?create=1 or for more information, visit http://www.archipelis.com/.

Friday, August 29, 2008

LightUp Rendering Plug-In Available for SketchUp

LightUp, a photo-realastric rendering plug-in for Google SketchUp which offers realtime lighting to SketchUp models, now available in version 1.2a.

For more information, visit LightUp at http://www.light-up.co.uk/.

Thursday, August 28, 2008

VisualARQ Beta 3 for Rhino Available

VisualARQ an integrated plug-in for rhino announces the availability of its 3rd Beta version.

To know more about VisualARQ Beta 3, go to: http://www.visualarq.com/2008/07/whats-new.html or to download, visit http://www.visualarq.com/2008/08/download-visualarq.html.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008

IES Plug-in for Google SketchUp Available

Integrated Environmental Solutions i.e. IES, provider of performance analysis software based in Glasgow, Scotland has annouced the availability of a plug-in for Google SketchUp.

To download IES plug-in for SketchUp, visit IES at www.iesve.com/sketchup.

Tuesday, August 26, 2008

CADLearning Offers AutoCAD LT 2009 Video Tutorials

CADLearning by 4D Technologies, provider of eLearning programs for design professionals has released Autodesk AutoCAD LT 2009 video tutorial series.

To know more about new AutoCAD LT 2009 video tutorials, go to: http://www.cadlearning.com/lms/course/view.php?id=280.

For more information, visit http://www.cadlearning.com/ or http://www.4dtechnologies.net/.

Thursday, August 21, 2008

Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical 2009 Service Pack 1 Available

Autodesk Inc., has released its first service pack for AutoCAD Electrical 2009 (32-bit & 64-bit versions).

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk at here.

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Autodesk AutoCAD Revit MEP Suite 2009 32-Bit Update 1 Available

Autodesk Inc., has released first update to AutoCAD Revit MEP Suite 2009 32-Bit version.

For more information and Readme file, visit Autodesk page at here.

Autodesk AutoCAD Revit MEP Suite 2009 64-Bit Update 1 Available

Autodesk Inc., has released first update to AutoCAD Revit MEP Suite 2009 64-Bit version.

For more information and Readme file, visit Autodesk page at here.

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 2009 Object Enabler Available

Autodesk Inc. has released AutoCAD Civil 2009 Object Enabler.

For more information, visit Autodesk.

Autodesk Mechanical Desktop 2009 Service Pack 1 Available

Autodesk Inc., has released Mechanical Desktop 2009 Service Pack 1

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk.

Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical 2009 Service Pack 1 Available

Autodesk Inc., has released AutoCAD Mechanical 2009 Service Pack 1!

To download and know more about Readme file, visit Autodesk page.

Nevercenter Silo 2.1 Available for 3D Modeling

Nevercenter Ltd, announces the release of its 3D modeling tool, Silo 2.1!.

For more pricing and availability and information, visit http://www.nevercenter.com/.

ARCAT's Free BIM Objects Library Available

ARCAT, Inc. a Shelton, CT, USA based provider of building materials and manufacturers information for architects, spec writers, engineers and contractors now offers a free library of BIM Objects!

Here is the link, where you can find the free Revit/BIM Objects library.

For more information on ARCAT, visit http://www.arcat.com/.

CCNtv Contest Winner to Get HP xw4600 Workstation

CADCAMNETtv (i.e. CCNtv) with HP seeks entries for the contest which prized a new HP xw4600 Workstation! Yes, and for that you just have to make a entry video which is up to 50MB in size and not more than 5 minutes long on the theme "If I had a new HP workstation I would..."

So why are you waiting for? complete this entry form and win the new HP xw4600 Workstation!

For more information, click here.

Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D Update 1 Available

Autodesk Inc., has released the first update of its AutoCAD Civil 3D 2009 product!

For more information, visit Autodesk page.

Autodesk Unveils Maya 2009 10th Anniversary Release

Autodesk, Inc. announces its 10th anniversary release of Maya 2009 software for 3D animation, modeling, rendering and visual effects.

The new Autodesk Maya 2009 will be available in October 2008.

For more information, visit at http://www.autodesk.com/.

3DATS 3ds Max 2009 Architectural Visualization Book Available

3DATS, LLC a Sarasota, FL, USA based firm providing 3D architectural training solutions is now shipping its 2nd 3ds Max book named, 2009 Architectural Visualization - Intermediate to Advanced.

For more information, visit 3DATS product page at www.3dats.com/products.asp.

Creaform Introduces VIUscan 3D Color Scanner

Creaform, makers of Handyscan 3D line-up of handheld and self-positioning laser scanners unveils VIUscan 3D color scanner.

The new VIUscan will be shown in Creaform booth #453 at SIGGRAPH 2008,

For more information, visit http://www.creaform3d.com/.

AMD Introduces ATI FirePro Graphics Cards

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), provider of graphics and computer proceessing solutions has introduced its two new ATI FirePro Graphics Accelerators, ATI FirePro V3700 and ATI FirePro V5700!

Both ATI FirePro V3700 and V5700 cards supports Microsoft DirectX 10.1, OpenGL 2.0, PCI Express 2.0 interface, Shader Model 4.1.

For pricing and availability, visit http://www.amd.com/.

AutoForm's Extented EasyBlank Imports CAD Files

AutoForm a Zurich, Switzerland based Engineering firm has launched an extended version of its EasyBlank product, EasyBlank add-on module!

Now, with this new EasyBlank add-on module, one can import various native CAD files by CATIA V5, V4, Pro/E, SolidWorks, NX, etc.

EasyBlank is available free to download and use.

For more information, visit http://www.autoform.com/ and http://www.easystamping.com/

Antics V4 Available for 3D Animation

Antics Technologies announces the release of new Antics v4.0 for 3D animation and now available to download from website.

Antics V4 is available in two version viz. Antics V4 Home and Professional which have been replaced Antics V3.1 BasePack and ProPack, Antics V4 standalone Home version is free to download where as Professional version cost $295.

For more information, visit http://www.antics3d.com/.

Free Solid Edge 2D Drafting v20 Available

Siemens PLM Software announces the availability of 'free' Solid Edge 2D Drafting version 20, which includes support for drawing layouts, Goal Seek, XREF, paper/model space, and more...

Solid Edge 2D Drafting requirements:

  • Windows XP or Vista
  • Internet Explorer v6.0 or later for download

Solid Edge 2D Drafting v19 Upgrade & v19 Extension also available.

Click here for more information.

Caligari Offers Free trueSpace7.6 for 3D Authoring

After a recent acquisition by Microsoft, Caligari Corporation based in Redmond, WA, USA has announced the release of its 3D authoring software trueSpace7.6 for free!

By trueSpace7.6 you able to model, texture, light, animate and render 3D content and can also make 3D content for online shared spaces, and for Virtual Earth.

To download & know more about new trueSpace7.6, Click here.

For more information, visit http://www.caligari.com/.