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The latest NC Software Market Analysis Report from leading US analysts CIMdata shows that Delcam continues to be the world’s largest specialist supplier of CAM software and services.  Delcam employs over 700 staff, over 100 people more than Vero Software, and more than twice the 292 employees at third-placed Cimatron.…

Altair acquired 100 percent of EM Software & Systems – S.A. (Pty) Ltd and its international distributor offices in the United States, Germany, and China this month. This development adds the FEKO® solver to the HyperWorks® suite and strengthens the Altair simulation offering in the aerospace, automotive, and shipbuilding industries…

The exciting new functionality in Edgecam 2014 R2 begins to show how Edgecam Workflow will be the default method for using Edgecam. Automatic conversion of 2D design data to a 3D model, and other significant enhancements to Edgecam Worfklow, from user interface to improved automatic machining processes, are some of…

ENGINEERING PLM Solutions announces today that RuleDesigner gives the possibility to share images, 3D contents and realistic animations created with Keyshot® in real time, in both PLM and CRM processes. By structuring product information in RuleDesigner PLM collaborative platform, users can exploit the full potential of Keyshot® and, then, share…

GRAPHISOFT® announced today that ArchiCAD® 18's global rollout process and the introduction of its brand new BIMcloud® Solution has begun.  BIMcloud allows a BIM workflow on any network, hardware or software configuration, connecting teams and projects of any size or setup, 24/7. Shipping started with the International version of both products on June…

Eagle Point Software Corporation, an Autodesk AEC Industry Partner, announced the addition of Bluebeam Revu 12 content to its Pinnacle Series. These resources are the first step in expanding its resources for the AEC industry beyond Autodesk software. Pinnacle Series subscribers who also use Bluebeam Revu 12 can now access:…

ASCON Group is pleased to release the brand new Home edition of KOMPAS-3D V15. This parametric software offers all the basic features needed in 2D and 3D design for just 70 Euros (US$95).  The low-cost tool is meant for non-commercial and home use by amateur designers, hobby engineers, and full-time…

ZWSOFT has today released ZWCAD Architecture 2014 SP2, an update to its Top Builder Award winning CAD software featuring many exciting improvements. From more efficient menu organization to improved unit settings, the update also includes many other bug fixes. Unit Settings With the ZWCAD Architecture 2014 SP2 update, users can now choose which…

Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc., announces the release of the “3D Modeling with Vectorworks, Sixth Edition,” training manual by author and expert Vectorworks trainer Jonathan Pickup. “This manual covers one of the best capabilities of Vectorworks software, creating 3D models,” Pickup said. “It is really fun and rewarding to create the forms…

Informative Graphics Corporation (IGC®) announced a strategic marketing and exclusive development initiative with Avolve Software Corporation to further enhance Brava!® Enterprise for ePlan review within Avolve's flagship ProjectDox® ePlan solution. The companies will use their collective expertise to innovate features that will make it easier for customers to view and manage…