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Almost three decades before Building Information Modeling (BIM) would go mainstream, the term “Virtual Building” was used in the earliest implementation of BIM through Graphisoft’s ArchiCAD debut in 1987. Since then, the concept hasn’t changed, but visualization technology has advanced to the point where designers, engineers, contractors, and building owners…

ZW3D announced on January 21 that it has been selected by Habitat Industries for its powerful integration of CAD and CAM to boost the design and manufacture of blow molding. Based in Cape Town, fully networked Habitat Industries is a CNC only tool-room, specializing in the manufacture of blow mold…

Synergis Software today announced that they will showcase Adept 2014 product data management (PDM) for the enterprise at booth #708 at the SolidWorks World 2014 Conference, January 26-29, 2014 at the San Diego Convention center, San Diego, CA.  The latest version of their SolidWorks Gold Certified PDM product now supports SolidWorks 2014. "Adept PDM…

CD-adapco™ announced the keynote speaker, David Breashears, at its STAR Global Conference 2014 held March 17-19 in Vienna, Austria. LEARN TO CLIMB ANY MOUNTAIN: This year's keynote address is from David Breashears, world-renowned climber, adventurer and filmmaker. He will give a gripping firsthand account that includes breathtaking and rarely seen…

Delcam will demonstrate the latest developments in its complete range of CADCAM software on Booth # 3537 at the Pacific Design & Manufacturing show in Anaheim, California, from February 11th to 14th. Highlights will include the new Vortex area clearance strategy in both the PowerMILL and FeatureCAM CAM systems, extra…

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) today announced the launch of the Digital Software & Solutions Group, a new business unit designed to help customers undergo critical digital transformations through modular, fully integrated, industry-tailored licensed software and solutions. Initial industries served will be Retail, Communications and Banking and Financial Services, three sectors…

Capgemini and its subsidiary Sogeti, a provider of technology and software testing, specializing in Application, Infrastructure and Engineering Services, today announced Global Engineering Services (GES) to provide innovation and expertise in engineering and design processes worldwide, relying on a Rightshore® approach and a strong back-office in India. France, Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Spain, UK, US and India will…

GRAPHISOFT® has announced the launch of EcoDesigner STAR, the first software that places standard-compliant energy analysis in the heart of the architect's familiar BIM work environment. EcoDesigner STAR enables architects to design the most energy-efficient buildings, by themselves or working together with engineers or specialist consultants. Partnering with StruSoft three years ago,…

Edgecam will partner with select resellers during 2014 on a series of Lunch & Learn events. These events will be at select locations throughout the United States and will focus on the latest advancements in Rapid Programming for milling and turning using the new Edgecam 2014 R1 Workflow release. Attendees…

The privately owned Australian company CADspace - which last year was selected by Solidworks to represent them in Australia - is celebrating its stellar start after being named the Best New VAR in the Asia Pacific South region. The prestigious international award was presented to CADspace founder and managing director Steve…