SYCODE Ships CATIA V4, V5 File Export Plug-ins

SYCODE has released CATIA V4 and V5 file export plug-ins for AutoCAD and SolidWorks. These plug-ins give AutoCAD and SolidWorks the ability to export 3D solid data in AutoCAD and SolidWorks to CATIA V4 and V5 files without the need of a CATIA license installed on the computer or network.

"The four plug-ins released today complement our existing CATIA V4 and V5 file import plug-ins for AutoCAD and SolidWorks,” explains Deelip Menezes, Founder and CEO of SYCODE. "When using these export plug-ins with our existing import plug-ins AutoCAD and SolidWorks users can now read as well as write 3D data from and to CATIA V4 and V5 files thereby being able to perform a complete round trip.”

Exchanging data using neutral file formats like IGES and STEP can sometimes cause problems due to inaccuracies in two step conversions: one from the source format to neutral and the other from the neutral format to the destination format. Moreover, neutral formats like IGES have many variants thereby making their accuracy dependent upon the flavor of IGES that is used. For these reasons many companies prefer to receive data back in the format that they sent it out. These plug-ins will assume critical importance in situations where AutoCAD and SolidWorks users wish to work with users of CATIA V4 and V5.

The AutoCAD plug-ins have been tested to work with AutoCAD 2000 through to 2010, 32 bit as well as 64 bit. The SolidWorks add-ins have been tested to work with the 32 bit as well as the 64 bit versions of SolidWorks 2001 through to 2010. All the plug-ins are available as a fully functional trials. They come with installers and detailed documentation in the form of compiled HTML help files which contains step-by-step tutorials to get end users started in the shortest possible time.

Please visit http://www.sycode.com/ for more information.

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SYCODE Ships 6 Neutral Data Exchange Plug Ins for AutoCAD

SYCODE has released six neutral CAD file format data exchange plug-ins for AutoCAD. These plug-ins give AutoCAD the ability to read and write IGES, STEP and SAT files.

"AutoCAD can already read and write ACIS SAT files,” explains Deelip Menezes, Founder and CEO of SYCODE. "However, this ability is restricted to ACIS version 7.0 only. This can pose a huge data exchange problem for AutoCAD users, especially since ACIS has reached version 20 and most CAD systems read and write SAT files later than version 7.0. The SAT import and export plug-ins that we are releasing today will eliminate this problem since they use authentic libraries from Spatial, the developers of ACIS, and hence will always be compatible with the latest version of ACIS.

SYCODE already offers plug-ins to import IGES and STEP files. However, these are mostly effective to import 2D data. 3D data is imported as wireframe curves, not solids. The IGES and STEP import plug-ins have been completely rewritten and can now import 3D data stored in IGES and STEP files as 3D solid objects in AutoCAD. This is a significant improvement as it greatly increases the ability of AutoCAD to exchange 3D data with other CAD systems. The IGES and STEP export plug-in are new products. When used along with the import plug-ins, they give AutoCAD the ability to do a complete round trip of 2D and 3D data. As an Autodesk partner, SYCODE is committed to offering AutoCAD users robust data exchange solutions that go to solve the data exchange problems that they face in a multi-CAD environment.

All six plug-ins are powered by the widely used 3D InterOp technology from Spatial. 3D InterOp is the industry standard for proprietary and neutral CAD file format data exchange and is used in almost all the major CAD systems. Besides data exchange 3D InterOp also offers powerful repairing and healing features which are extensively used in these plug-ins. Repairing involves checking the file for corrupted data and fixing invalid data. Healing corrects the differences in precision. The plug-ins also create detailed log files which are extremely useful in identifying data translation problems and aid in locating and fixing errors.

The plug-ins work with AutoCAD 2000 through to AutoCAD 2010, 32 Bit as well as 64 Bit and is available as a fully functional trial. They come with installers and detailed documentation in the form of compiled HTML help files which contains step-by-step tutorials to get end users started in the shortest possible time.

More information about the plug-ins and free downloads can be found at the SYCODE web site:

• IGES Import for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/iges_import_ac/
• IGES Export for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/iges_export_ac/
• STEP Import for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/step_import_ac/
• STEP Export for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/step_export_ac/
• SAT Import for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/sat_import_ac/
• SAT Export for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/sat_export_ac/

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SYCODE Releases CATIA V4 and V5 File Import Plug-ins for AutoCAD

SYCODE has released CATIA V4 and V5 file import plug-ins for AutoCAD. These plug-ins allow users to import CATIA V4 and V5 part and assembly files into AutoCAD without the need of a CATIA license on the computer or network.

"Over the past few releases Autodesk has been morphing AutoCAD from a 2D drafting and documentation solution to a 3D modeling and analysis one,” explains Deelip Menezes, Founder and CEO of SYCODE. "However, for AutoCAD customers to fully harness the power of 3D they not only need to be able to create 3D models from scratch in AutoCAD but also be able to edit 3D solid models created in other CAD systems. CATIA is widely used in the aerospace, automotive, shipbuilding and related industries. We believe our CATIA V4 and V5 import plug-ins for AutoCAD will go a long way in helping AutoCAD users exchange data effectively with CATIA users by not having to rely on neutral file formats for data exchange.”

The plug-ins released today are called CATIA V4 Import for AutoCAD and CATIA V5 Import for AutoCAD. The V4 plug-in can read CATIA V4 part and assembly (.model), export (.exp) and session (.session) files from CATIA 4.1.9 to CATIA 4.2.4. The V5 plug-in can read CATIA V5 part (.CATPart), assembly (.CATProduct) and graphics (.cgr) files from CATIA V5 R2 to CATIA V5 R19. The plug-ins are powered by the widely used 3D InterOp technology from Spatial. 3D InterOp is the industry standard for proprietary CAD file format data exchange and is used in almost all the major CAD systems. Besides data exchange 3D InterOp also offers powerful repairing and healing features which are extensively used in these plug-ins. Repairing involves checking the file for corrupted data and fixing invalid data. Healing corrects the differences in precision. The plug-ins also create detailed log files which are extremely useful in identifying data translation problems and aid in locating and fixing errors.

The plug-ins work with AutoCAD 2000 through to AutoCAD 2010, 32 Bit as well as 64 Bit and is available as a fully functional trial. They come with installers and detailed documentation in the form of compiled HTML help files which contains step-by-step tutorials to get end users started in the shortest possible time.

More information about the plug-ins and a download can be found at the SYCODE web site:

• CATIA V4 Import for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/catia_v4_import_ac/
• CATIA V5 Import for AutoCAD - http://www.sycode.com/products/catia_v5_import_ac/

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New version of ProUnit plugin for MagiCAD is available & support AutoCAD 2010 32/64-bit

The updated ProUnit plugin for MagiCAD is now published. There are now both 32 and 64-bit versions available, including support for AutoCAD 2010. Both versions are compatible with the latest MagiCAD edition.

ProUnit is a calculation program for dimensioning and selecting Swegon’s air handling units. With MagiCAD plugin you can export selected unit with 3D geometry, duct connections and some other data directly to MagiCAD project.

Visit http://www.progman.fi/ for update information.

SYCODE Releases Inventor File Import Plug-in for AutoCAD

SYCODE has released an Autodesk Inventor file import plug-in for AutoCAD. The plug-in allows users to import Inventor part and assembly files into AutoCAD without the need of an Inventor license on the computer or network.

"We have been receiving requests from AutoCAD users wanting to import part and assembly files created in Autodesk Inventor,” explains Deelip Menezes, Founder and CEO of SYCODE. "Inventor already has the ability to exchange 3D data with AutoCAD via the AEC Exchange method. However, this method requires a license of Inventor in order to perform the conversion. In the event that an AutoCAD user gets an Inventor Part (IPT) or Assembly (IAM) file and does not have access to Inventor, there is no way to get the 3D data stored in the IPT or IAM file into AutoCAD. That is precisely when Inventor Import for AutoCAD will come in handy”.

Inventor Import for AutoCAD can read Inventor part IPT files from Inventor 6 to Inventor 2010 and assembly IAM files from Inventor 11 to Inventor 2010. The plug-in is powered by the widely used 3D InterOp technology from Spatial. 3D InterOp is the industry standard for proprietary CAD file format data exchange and is used in almost all the major CAD systems. Besides data exchange 3D InterOp also offers powerful repairing and healing features which are extensively used in Inventor Import for AutoCAD. Repairing involves checking the file for corrupted data and fixing the invalid data. Healing corrects the differences in precision. Inventor Import for AutoCAD also creates a detailed log file which is extremely useful in identifying data translation problems and aids in locating and fixing errors.

Inventor Import for AutoCAD works with AutoCAD 2000 through to AutoCAD 2010, 32 Bit as well as 64 Bit and is available as a fully functional trial. The plug-in comes with an installer and detailed documentation in the form of a compiled HTML help file which contains a step-by-step tutorial to get the end user started in the shortest possible time.

Visit http://www.sycode.com/ for more information.

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Asuni CAD Released VisualARQ 1.0 Rhino Plug-in

Plug-in adds parametric 3D objects for modeling and documentation.

Designed for architects, planners, and interior designers, Asuni CAD’s VisualARQ is a Rhino plug-in for creating and editing architectural models. It adds parametric 3D objects like walls, columns, doors, windows, and stairs that are suitable for 3D modeling and 2D documentation.

VisualARQ offers a set of architectural tools that make the design and documentation process faster. A feature-based editor allows users to create and edit custom architectural objects. Other features include:

• User friendly wizards, dialogs and toolbars.
• Customization options for VisualARQ objects.
• Tools to create 2D documentation, including sections, opening elevations, schedule tables, and area calculation.
• A floor manager and other useful tools to work with multi-story models.
• A library of standard architectural objects and structural profiles.
• Savanna3D, a library of Rhino blocks with various collections of commonly used objects.
• Support for any render engine that works with Rhino 4.0.

VisualARQ 1.0 is available in 6 languages (English, Spanish, German, French, Italian and Czech).

Visit http://www.visualarq.com/ for more information.

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iCADsales Offer progeCAD 2010 Pro Free Upgrade

iCADsales.com has announced that those purchasing progeCAD 2009 Professional will receive a free upgrade to the next release, progeCAD 2010 Professional, coming soon.

New Features

Some of the features of progeCAD 2010 Professional will include read/write and create DWG 2010 drawings and new improved Adobe PDF printing, which will take advantage of the PDF layering capabilities designed for CAD. Other compelling features included in the upcoming release are described on http://www.icadsales.com/index.pl/progeCAD-2010.

Upgrades offered with Discounts

To celebrate this milestone release, iCADsales.com is offering upgrades from progeCAD 2009 Professional to the new release for its customers at 2009 Pro pricing, and an additional 10% discount.

50% Off Discounts for Selected Products

Both New Customers, and those who already own licenses of progeCAD Professional, can take advantage of special 50% discounts on progeCAD companion products available when they purchase either new licenses of progeCAD, or place a pre-order for the 2010 upgrade before it is released.

Updates and Upgrades

As always, progeSOFT gives its clients free updates to minor releases through a notification system built into the software. progeSOFT only charges an upgrade fee when changing major versions, such as moving from progeCAD 2009 to progeCAD 2010. The software will continue to function normally regardless of the users decision to upgrade or not.

Compatible with Windows 7

progeCAD 2010 Professional has been designed to be compatible with the new Windows 7 Operating system from Microsoft. Users planning to migrate to the new operating system are encouraged to upgrade to progeCAD 2010 Professional soon to ensure compatibility and secure progeCAD 2009 Pricing on their upgrade to progeCAD 2010 Professional. Those with older operating system will not suffer from any issues due to the new release running on the new Windows 7.

Industry Specific Add-on Products

iCADsales.com also offers the progeBILLD series, architectural building services design software add-ons, progeEARTH, a civil survey design software add-on, and the progeCAD Viewer DWG, which allows viewing, markup, and printing of DWG files. 30-day evaluations of these products are available for free download on our website.

Visit http://www.icadsales.com/ for more information.

LEDAS Adds Assemblies & Kinematics plug-in to Rhino

LEDAS Ltd., an independent provider of variational design tools and software development services for CAD/CAM/CAE/PLM market, today announced the availability of the first commercial version of the Rhino Assembly 1.0 plug-in for McNeel & Associates Rhinoceros software. The plug-in is a part of the Driving Dimensions product line from LEDAS aimed at making advanced MCAD technology available at an affordable price to all users of popular 3D software.

After installing LEDAS plug-in and starting Rhino, users see the Assembly toolbar that was specially designed to look like Rhino’s other built-in tools. The Assembly Manager allows users to easily navigate geometric constraints and driving dimensions, which for large assemblies can number in the thousands. The Driving dimension editor with its spin buttons easily modifies values of driving dimension parameters. The Animation panel and its slider are familiar to anyone who uses video or audio players. During kinematic animation, Rhino users can pan, rotate and zoom the model.

Since the release of the previous public beta version 0.2, the latest changes in version 1.0 include an automatic update option, a new constraints status signal, a new flip side button, the option to group parts into rigid sets, new 3D planar angles, multi-parameter animation. These and many other improvements were suggested by the more than 3,000 beta testers who downloaded Driving Dimensions plug-in for Rhino since its first beta release in June 2009.

“Rhino Assembly plug-in is the second product of the Driving Dimensions line that already includes the plug-in for Google SketchUp, the popular 3D modeling software,” explains Dmitry Ushakov, Director of Product Management, LEDAS Ltd. “We are now working on a second Rhino plug-in for history-free 3D geometry editing, while preserving design intent. We expect to deliver the first public beta before the end of 2009.”

Visit http://www.ledas.com/ for more information.