Articles and Press Releases

ZWCAD 2018 SP2 Released

zwcad2018sp2ZWCAD 2018 SP2, based on the IntelliCAD engine, was recently released by ITC member ZWCAD Software Co. It includes support for version 2018 .dwg files, dynamic input in tooltip boxes near the cursor, point filters, EPS and SVG plotters, and more.

Topics: IntelliCAD ITC CAD ZWCAD

New Release: FRAMECAD Structure Version 8.4.1.1

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FRAMECAD says that FRAMECAD Structure 8.4.1.1 "offers more flexibility, enhanced integration, faster processing and additional modelling functionality."

Specifically, the new release includes:

  • IntelliCAD 8.4 engine (upgraded from version 8.1)
  • BIM modeling features for attaching an .ifc file, and filtering and snapping to IFC underlays
  • More Setting options
  • More options for modeling of windows and door openings, grid lines, and walls
  • More Build and CNC control for zone grouping and frame cloning

Get details about FRAMECAD Structure >>

To upgrade to the new release of FRAMECAD Structure 8.4.1.1, go to MyFRAMECAD.

Topics: IntelliCAD ITC FRAMECAD Construction

IntelliCAD World Conference 2018 Announced

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Join us July 30 to August 1, 2018 in Prague, Czech Republic for IntelliCAD World Conference 2018!

Learn about the newest IntelliCAD development platform, see how ITC members are using IntelliCAD technologies to enhance their businesses, and meet one-on-one with core ITC developers who are creating IntelliCAD.

And the other key aspect of the conference? ITC members provide direction for future development. That's just one of the ways that the IntelliCAD co-op works for its members.

Registration for the conference is free. Simply register and arrange your own travel and accommodations at the conference hotel. 

 

 Register now for IntelliCAD World 2018 ›

Topics: IntelliCAD ITC IntelliCAD World Conference

Fonts, Linetypes, and Print Setups Move with New IntelliCAD Users

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How to convince end users that it's easy to switch to working with software based on the IntelliCAD engine?

Take a look at the writeup from the archives at Carlson Software about a few things users should consider when switching to IntelliCAD, particularly how fonts, linetypes, and print setups are just files that you easily link to:

Carlson-iCADBox3D.pngIntelliCAD comes built-in to Carlson Software products, but you can also purchase it separately as iCAD 2017 — a low cost perpetual license for 2D and 3D CAD modeling:

Interested in additional companies that deliver IntelliCAD? Check out the IntelliCAD Technology Consortium member page:

Topics: IntelliCAD ITC Carlson Software CAD

IGiS-CAD 2018 Receives Open Geospatial Consortium Compliance Certification

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IGiS-CAD 2018, based on IntelliCAD 8.4, passed all Open Geospatial Consortium WMS 1.3 client with queryable tests to receive compliance certification. 

Open standards and open platforms — it's what the ITC is all about. So it comes as no surprise that ITC members are pairing their products with additional open standards. IGiS-CAD 2018 compliance certification comes from Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC), which develops and manages open standards for the global geospatial community.

Scanpoint Geomatics Limited develops IGiS-CAD, a part of the IGiS system which brings together GIS, image processing, photogrammetry, and CAD on the same platform. It is designed for the agriculture, defense, forestry, disaster management, land information, mining, power, smart city, urban planning, utilities and location based service industries.

Topics: IntelliCAD ITC CAD GIS Scanpoint Geomatics

Upcoming FRAMECAD Training in Dubai

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In April 2018, check out the FRAMECAD training in Dubai, UAE. Join them in one or both sessions to learn basic and intermediate techniques for using FRAMECAD Structure and Detailer to build steel gauge buildings. More academy details >>

FRAMECAD software is based on the IntelliCAD engine. To see how FRAMECAD and the ITC work together, see the success story.

 

Topics: IntelliCAD ITC CAD FRAMECAD Education

AECbytes Magazine Includes Case Study with 4M FINEGreen

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Interested in green building and design? Take a look at AECbytes Magazine for a case study of using 4M FINEGreen. 

FINEGreen combines BIM power with the user friendliness of a 3D building interface and the reliability and accuracy of the EnergyPlus calculation engine. 

4M, a member of the ITC, develops FINEGreen. More details >>

 

Topics: IntelliCAD 4M BIM ITC CAD

Free ETOOLBOX Mobile CAD Viewer Released for Windows Desktops

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It's free! In addition to mobile devices, ETOOLBOX Mobile CAD Viewer now works on Microsoft® Windows® desktops. Get the CAD viewer at the ETOOLBOX website and start viewing .dwg, .dxf, .dwf and .dae files without having to upload your files.

Check out the news announcement from CMS, maker of ETOOLBOX and member of the IntelliCAD Technology Consortium.

ETOOLBOX Mobile Cad Viewer is based on IntelliCAD mobile technology. IntelliCAD mobile was highlighted at last year's IntelliCAD World Conference. See the IntelliCAD blog for a summary.

Topics: IntelliCAD CMS ITC Mobile Platform CAD

Three Weeks Until Carlson User Conference

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Just three weeks from today, Carlson Software will be hosting their "Go West" User Conference in San Diego, CA: April 9 to 11, 2018.

Registered already? Make sure you learn more about built-in IntelliCAD while you're there. Not registered yet? Check out their website for more information about the conference.

Carlson Software comes with IntelliCAD built in, providing a no-cost alternative to additional CAD licenses. You can also purchase stand-alone IntelliCAD separately as iCAD. 

See FRAMECAD in March

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FrameCAD_Logo.pngLearn more about FRAMECAD at these upcoming tradeshows and don't forget to ask what parts are powered by IntelliCAD:

 

Topics: IntelliCAD ITC CAD FRAMECAD