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The new EPLAN Design Space Exchange (DSE) will be unveiled at SPS IPC Drives. DSE supports data exchange between mechanical construction and control system technology in control cabinet and switchgear construction. The expansion module for EPLAN Pro Panel Professional, developed by EPLAN and MCAD specialists at affiliate Cideon, is available…

MSC Software Corporation announced the new release of MSC Nastran 2014 and Patran 2014. MSC Nastran 2014 delivers significant enhancements to its groundbreaking solver embedded fatigue functionality as well as performance improvements and ease of use. Patran 2014 supports the new fatigue analysis capabilities and delivers improvements to nonlinear analysis…

Eagle Point Software Corporation announced the expansion of content in Pinnacle Series. Pinnacle Series subscribers who use the cloud version can now access: Workflows for BIM Implementation Workflows for BIM 360™ Glue® Workflows for Autodesk® Vehicle Tracking An additional 50+ Cheat Sheets for AutoCAD® Civil 3D® Eagle Point Software is exhibiting…

CNC Software announces the release of Mastercam X8. Mastercam X8 brings a new suite of programming tools focused on delivering speed, automation, and efficiency for all machining jobs. Mastercam X8 introduces new Solids features, UI improvements, Usability/Workflow improvements, and so much more. Dynamic Motion Technology Mastercam's Dynamic Motion technology is…

Autodesk, Inc. cloud-based tools like A360 and Fusion 360 empower designers and engineers to work in whole new ways and are reinventing the modern design and collaboration experience. At Autodesk University, the company announced that A360 Team will be available globally later this month. Yesterday’s means of collaboration are failing designers and engineers who…

AMC Bridge has released the iProperties Import Tool 2.1 plug-in for Autodesk Inventor 2014. The new version supports SolidWorks 2015. iProperties Import Tool is a real timesaver when it comes to converting SolidWorks CAD files to Inventor. Custom and configuration-specific document properties in SolidWorks models carry critical design data. That’s why it’s…

Kardem, has selected YuniquePLM™ V6 to further its wholehearted commitment to creativity, quality, efficiency, and supply chain integration. Kardem works with the world’s foremost brands and offers comprehensive services to its clients; including design and development, sourcing, production, and quality assurance.  Glengo Teknoloji, a longstanding partner with Gerber Technology, is involved in…

GRAPHISOFT® announced today that a large-scale purchase agreement has been finalized between GRAPHISOFT and Takenaka Corporation.  The agreement will equip thousands of Takenaka field technicians with GRAPHISOFT BIMx Docs. Takenaka Corporation will adopt BIMx to make the award-winning BIM project presentation app available to thousands of field technicians, further ensuring on-site construction quality…

At its flagship annual user event, Autodesk, Inc. highlighted the disruptions altering how things are designed and made, explored how the natural world can inspire design, and previewed new software tools and programs to make 3D design and fabrication more accessible. The company also laid out its plans to help designers…

GRAITEC is pleased to announce the signing of a Multiple Legal Entity agreement with Autodesk. This agreement allows Graitec to operate as an Autodesk VAR in the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Czech Republic, Poland and Romania with Platinum status. Technically, the UK subsidiary of Graitec will centralize purchases for the…