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4D Technologies Sponsors and Exhibits CADLearning at Revit Technology Conferences

March 2, 2012 in CAD, Revit

RTC - REVIT Technology Conference 2012

4D Technologies Sponsors and Exhibits CADLearning at Revit Technology Conferences

4D Technologies will sponsor and exhibit CADLearning products and solutions at both the International and North American conferences focused on Autodesk Revit Training and BIM technology.

Bedford, NH (PRWEB) February 27, 2012

4D Technologies, leading Autodesk Authorized publisher and learning solutions and service provider for the Autodesk user community, announced they will sponsor and exhibit their CADLearning products and solutions at the International and North American training events. The eighth international Revit Technology Conference is Thursday, May 24 – Saturday, May 26 , 2012 in Novotel Wollongong Northbeach, NSW, Australia and the second North American conference is Thursday, June 28 – Saturday, June 30, 2012 in Stone Mountain Georgia, USA.

“RTC’s scope ensures value to all who attend.”

Revit Technology Conference 2012

The Revit Technology Conference (RTC) is an annual event designed to cater to the needs of the Autodesk Revit-based community. RTC is a networking and educational event for software users throughout Australasia and has expanded to the US. It is dedicated to the use of Autodesk Revit and other relevant software in the architecture, engineering and construction industries.

About CADLearning
CADLearning comprehensive self-paced learning for Autodesk software offers video tutorials, exercise files and assessments designed to maximize performance with leading CAD and BIM software programs including AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit Architecture, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Inventor and more. For additional information about CADLearning, visit http://www.cadlearning.com.

About 4D Technologies
4D Technologies, a leading Autodesk Authorized Publisher and developer of CADLearning, specializes in CAD and BIM software learning solutions and services for the Autodesk user community. 4D Technologies works closely with industry experts including professional instructors, trainers and consultants to develop its learning content. 4D Technologies addresses the learning needs of individuals and organizations in a wide variety of markets including architecture, engineering, construction, automotive and transportation, manufacturing, utilities and communication, and government and education sectors.

CADLearning is a registered trademark of 4D Technologies. Autodesk, 3ds Max, AutoCAD, Inventor, Maya, Navisworks and Revit are registered trademarks or trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries and/or affiliates in the USA and/or other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders.

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AutoCAD Civil 3D Extract Surface Border Video

March 1, 2012 in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, CAD, Videos

CADcaster Source: EricColburn.com - Extract AutoCAD Civil 3D Surface Border Video

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Working with Dialogs in MicroStation V8i (SELECTseries)

December 29, 2011 in CAD, MicroStation, Videos

In this tutorial EnvisionCAD will work with dialogs in MicroStation V8i (SELECTseries). EnvisionCAD shows you how to dock, hide, tab, and set transparency to a number of dialogs in MicroStation.

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Trimble to Acquire StruCad Business from AceCad Software to Extend Tekla’s Structural Steel Industry Presence

December 28, 2011 in CAD

Trimble to Acquire StruCad Business from AceCad Software to Extend Tekla’s Structural Steel Industry Presence

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Dec. 22, 2011—Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the StruCad and StruEngineer business from AceCad Software to expand its construction solutions. The addition of the software products is expected to extend Tekla’s industry leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions for structural steel contractors to automate project estimating and management, modeling and detailing. The acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2012. Financial terms were not disclosed.

StruCad is a complete 3D structural detailing system for steel detailers and fabricators. StruCad provides an environment for rapid detailing automation, automatic fabrication shop drawings and computer numeric control (CNC) machinery production deliverables. The software allows effective collaboration between engineers, detailers and fabricators; enabling them to derive more value when executing structural steel projects—through reduced steelwork design, fabrication, construction schedules and costs.

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New Vectorworks Tutorials Available from Jonathan Pickup

December 18, 2011 in CAD, Vectorworks

New Vectorworks Tutorials Available from Jonathan Pickup

Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc.

Columbia, Maryland (December 1, 2011)—Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc. is pleased to announce the publication of three new training guides for users of Vectorworks® software: 3D Modeling in Vectorworks, Fourth Edition; Vectorworks Architect Tutorial Manual, Fourth Edition; andVectorworks Essentials Tutorial Manual, Fourth Edition. All three manuals were written by Jonathan Pickup, a leading Vectorworks trainer from New Zealand, and have been updated for use with the 2012 version of Vectorworks software.

3D Modeling in Vectorworks helps the reader build a foundation of skills for creating 3D forms through the use of extrudes, sweeps, solids, NURBS, loft surfaces and 3D primitives. The chapter on architectural modeling has been completely re-written to demonstrate how to use the new Automatic Working Planes with the Push/Pull mode.

Vectorworks Architect Tutorial Manual walks the user through a residential renovation project and demonstrates the process of documenting the existing site, preparing and presenting proposed designs and creating working drawings/construction documents. Although the example in the manual is a residential project, the principles learned can also be applied to commercial building design. The book includes a visualization chapter with the addition of massing models, an example using the new Heliodon Tool, and a solar animation exercise, as well as a greater focus on concept drawing and site analysis.

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ElectronVault Creates Next Generation of Energy Storage With Autodesk Software

December 6, 2011 in AutoCAD, CAD

Autodesk Clean Tech Partner ElectronVault makes battery storage systems for electric vehicles like this electric scooter. (Photo: Business Wire)

Autodesk Clean Tech Partner Program Helps Start-Up Improve Battery Packs for Applications From Electric Scooters to Lighting Remote Villages

Autodesk University 2011

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–What has kept electric cars out of the mainstream for the past several decades? Most experts believe it has been deficiencies with battery technology. Now startup ElectronVault is closing in on solutions to some of the cost and performance problems that have hampered the energy storage industry in general, and the electric vehicle in particular, with help from Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) software.

“We often are asked by national government officials about how they can better secure their grid infrastructure and electrify certain regions of their countries for the first time”

ElectronVault uses Digital Prototyping technology powered by Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault Professional software received through its membership in the Autodesk Clean Tech Partner Program to create a reliable, safe, affordable and sustainable method of building and managing dense electrical storage systems such as car or grid batteries.

Rather than needing a different, specialty battery cell for each application, ElectronVault’s large-scale battery packs use the same types of batteries found inside digital cameras or laptops across all applications. The difference is in scale. A battery pack for an electric car might contain more than 6,000 commodity battery cells, while a pack to provide backup power for a housing development might contain millions. By mixing commodity cell prices with ElectronVault’s proprietary management technologies, battery pack costs are halved when compared to other offerings.

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AutoCAD Design Compatibility with progeCAD Professional 2009 Video

December 5, 2011 in AutoCAD, CAD, progecad

ProgeCAD Professional 2009 offers a powerful new CAD interface – similar icons, commands and interface.

Raster image editing, raster-to-vector software included. DWF, SVG, O2C and Google Earth KML export, IntelliCAD AutoLISP, VBA & DIESEL, ACIS 3D Solids modelling, temporary point snap (oSnap), layers, blocks.

Hatch and xref editing. 3D shading and rendering options. approx. 11000+ CAD symbols library.

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Autodesk Introduces Cloud-based Product Lifecycle Management

December 4, 2011 in AutoCAD, CAD

Autodesk Cloud-based Product Lifecycle Management

User Dashboard for Autodesk 360 Nexus, a Cloud-based Solution that Anchors Autodesk 360 for PLM (Graphic: Business Wire)

New PLM Offering Unveiled at Autodesk University 2011
Autodesk University 2011

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) today previewed a new solution designed to transform how manufacturers manage the entire lifecycle of a product–from its conception, through design and manufacture, partner and supplier management, procurement, quality, compliance, service and more. Autodesk is tapping into the cloud to deliver a new approach to product lifecycle management (PLM), which enables companies to capture and manage product information and processes to continuously improve the products they manufacture.

“Our approach to PLM is a sharp contrast to the decades old technology in the market today”

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Autodesk Takes BIM to the Cloud at Autodesk University

November 30, 2011 in AutoCAD, CAD

Autodesk Showcases Project Collaboration, Data and Lifecycle Management to More Than 8,000 Autodesk University Attendees in Las Vegas

Autodesk University 2011

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) today brought the power of the cloud, mobile computing and its industry-defining Building Information Modeling (BIM) portfolio together at Autodesk University. The design, engineering and entertainment software leader showcased a BIM solution to dramatically improve how AEC project team members connect, collaborate and communicate on building projects.

“Today’s AEC projects are often hindered by widely dispersed teams relying on inefficient communications and collaboration services”

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Autodesk Previews Upcoming 3D, GPS and Plot to Print Capabilities for AutoCAD WS

November 29, 2011 in AutoCAD, CAD

AutoCAD WS users will have access to 3D interactive features, including the ability to work with 3D drawings across multiple platforms. (Photo: Business Wire)

Mobile Design Evolves With 3D Collaboration, Location Features, and Remote Printing

Autodesk University 2011

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) announced several new features to be added to the next release of AutoCAD WS, a free* web and mobile application that enables users to view, edit and share AutoCAD projects across desktop, web and mobile devices. AutoCAD WS users will have access to 3D interactive features, including the ability to work with 3D drawings on mobile devices. In addition, AutoCAD WS will include GPS capabilities, allowing geographic location information to be shared and saved with design projects, as well as new Plot-to-Print capabilities for immediate remote printing to any HP ePrinter, including Designjets. With more than three million downloads to date, AutoCAD WS supports increased collaboration among architects, designers and engineers, as well as non-CAD professionals.

“With this next version, we are excited to deliver highly requested features that extend the value of the application and improve the design workflow.”

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