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INDIANAPOLIS, IN , Jan 22, 2008 – In 2008, OFCDesk will begin the first U.S. rollout of their IDC (interior design CAD) software product. In accordance, the company has announced dates for product demonstrations to be held in Indianapolis, Chicago, and Cincinnati. The demonstration in Indianapolis, IN will take place on January 31. The second tour date is scheduled for February 19, in Chicago, IL. The software will then be introduced in Cincinnati, OH on March, 20. Professionals in the interior design and architecture industries are invited to attend free of charge. For additional details on each event, visit www.ofcdesk.com/events.

OFCDesk IDC is the first CAD software focused exclusively on commercial interior design. “It was important for us to provide an industry specific tool set for this growing profession,” commented OFCDesk Chief Software Architect Mauricio Ritzman. “The interiors industry has long been awaiting a software package unique to their needs.” IDC includes a built-in content creator and customizable library. The software is based on the AutoCAD platform and features an easy-to-use interface with industry specific tools and terminology.

The three month road show marks the introduction of OFCDesk’s IDC software to the US market. For professionals unable to attend, a demonstration webcast is also available. Future product demonstrations will be scheduled for the East and West coast regions during the second and third quarters of 2008.

For more information about product demonstration dates or for registration information please visit www.ofcdesk.com/indyevent.

About OFCDesk, LLC

OFCDesk, LLC has been developing specialized CAD solutions for the interior design industries for over fifteen years and continues to deliver a wide range of solutions and custom development services. In July, 2005 the Brazil-based company launched its first U.S.A. operations in Chicago, IL. To learn more, visit www.ofcdesk.com.

Tuesday, January 22, 2008:  SYCODE, a developer of software solutions for computer aided design (CAD) industry, has launched seven CAD file import and export add-ins for Inventor. The Inventor model is a 3D digital prototype that enables users to validate design and engineering data as they work, minimise the need for physical prototypes and reduce costly engineering changes discovered after the design is sent to manufacturing.

The import add-ins are as follows: STL Import for Inventor — Stereolithography STL file import add-in; 3DS Import for Inventor — 3D Studio 3DS file import add-in; 3DM Import for Inventor – Rhinoceros/OpenNURBS 3DM file import add-in; and OBJ Import for Inventor — Wavefront OBJ file import add-in.

The export add-ins are as follows: 3DS Export for Inventor — 3D Studio 3DS file export add-in; 3DM Export for Inventor — Rhinoceros/OpenNURBS 3DM file export add-in; and OBJ Export for Inventor — Wavefront file export add-in.

"Autodesk Inventor is being widely used the world over for 3D solid modelling,” stated Deelip Menezes, owner, SYCODE. “These seven CAD data exchange add-ins are our contribution towards helping Inventor fit into the 3D design workflows of Autodesk customers. With the launch of these add-ins, SYCODE now offers more than 100 products (standalone and plug-ins), 101 to be precise.”

The add-ins are priced at €195 each and are available as fully functional 10 day/run trials.

In this video, we go over the CAD portion of the CNC Process.

In this CNC Basics Video we go over CAD. CAD Stands for Computer Aided Design. During the CAD step we take our initial design an In this CNC Basics Video we go over CAD. CAD Stands for Computer Aided Design. During the CAD step we take our initial design and translate it into the computer. We do this CNC Step so we can change the design, resize it, save it, transfer it to someone else, etc. Recording our CNC Design into CAD gives us flexibility.
During CAD we learn we first design parts, then assemblies, then groups, then machines. We also learn there are different types of CAD Software. 2D, 2.5D and 3D. These types also come in different software packages from inexpensive to expensive. You can spend up to the sky if you want.
The trick is to match the CAD Software Capabilites with your CNC Needs. You don’t need high power 3D Modeling CAD if you make simple parts day in and day out.
Tomorrow’s lesson is CAM. Computer Aided Manufacturing.

CADDIT Releases Free progeCAD Smart
LIVERPOOL NSW, Australia: – CADDIT, in partnership with progeSOFT, announced the Australian release of progeCAD Smart. progeCAD is widely regarded as a CAD system of highest quality and compatibility with the AutoCAD product line. This new release makes personal AutoCAD compatibility available to everybody, completely FREE.

Delcam to show latest machining developments in Delhi – India
Extra five-axis options in PowerMILL will be among the new Delcam developments on show at AMTEXNew Delhi: Delcam will demonstrate the latest developments across its full range of CAM software at the AMTEX exhibition to be held in Delhi from 23rd to 27th February. Delcam was ranked as the…

3D-Tool CAD-Viewer V8 Released
3D-Tool announces the release of version 8 of its 3D and 2D CAD viewer.“Though 3D-Tool is aimed mainly on the needs of technicians we decided to add some advanced presentation features which can be helpful to point out important aspects of a construction such as the assembly of its parts.”,…

Rishi Laser board allots shares on conversion of warrants
Mumbai: The board of directors of Rishi Laser at its meeting held on Nov. 24, 2007, allotted 265,000 share on conversion of convertible warrants.Rishi Laser Cutting provides CNC laser cutting and bending, CNC plasma/flame cutting, welding and surface coating services, and makes sheet metal and heavy metal components for such…

New version of DFM Pro 2008 available from Geometric
Mumbai: Geometric Limited on November 29, 2007 announced the release of Service Pack 1 of DFMPro 2008 on SolidWorks platform, which focuses on report generation functionality and 64-bit platform support.

2007-11-26 18:46:49 – New Program Perfectly Targeted to Allow Reseller to Add-Value to its Architectural Sales Program

Redmond, WA November 26, 2007 – 2BotSM Corporation, the inventor of the affordable 2Bot 3D modelmaking system, announced the launch of its new Reseller Program, targeted at resellers who want to increase the value of its sales efforts to architects.

The first phase of the program enables US resellers to start selling these innovative 2Bot systems, which will be generally available
in January 2008. Resellers are invited to visit 2Bot’s booth # 514, during the Autodesk University event, to see a working 2Bot system, and discuss reseller opportunities with the 2Bot team.

2Bot is launching its ModelMaker for Architects™ at Autodesk University. Attendees to the industry event in Las Vegas will see the first public demonstration of a machine that can carve a physical scale topographical model in its entirety in less than an hour and rapidly create all the pieces for architectural models in minutes.

ModelMaker for Architects automates the tedious creation of scale models and parts, a task that has traditionally been performed manually at great expenditures of time and cost. 2Bot’s ModelMaker delivers a complete solution that includes very easy-to-use software, requires no advanced programming skills, and works from standard file formats including DWG and DXF.

2Bot delivers these advanced CNC capabilities in a very small package. The desktop-sized machine sits on a 30 x 30-inch footprint and weighs only 50 pounds. Despite its compact size, ModelMaker for Architects can produce scale models of limitless area. The system automatically segments larger-area models into easily panelized sections.

ModelMaker for Architects is the first CNC device especially designed for the office environment. It runs from a standard electrical outlet and features many user-accessible parts, which are protected by 2Bot’s one-year replacement warranty.

The 2Bot currently supports AutoCAD DWG and DXF data, and SketchUp KMZ files. It will also currently handle STL data from just about any major CAD product. More file format support is planned in the near future.

Product specifications and purchase information can be found at the 2Bot official site at www.2Bot.com.

About 2Bot
For the past 40 years, CNC (Computer Numerical Control) has been a key manufacturing technology in the mass production of hard goods from airplanes to furniture. CNC turns designs on a user’s computer into finished goods by instructing a CNC machine to precisely cut and form raw materials into finished goods. To date, these machines have been so expensive that only very large industries could afford them.

2Bot is the first CNC machine to be conceptualized, engineered, and produced with its own mass production in mind. This allows prices to be so low that the typical professional environment can afford one. We envision that 2Bot will soon become a standard part of each professional’s tool set. 2Bot will make the creation of objects from ideas so effortless that it becomes a common event in your everyday design process.

2Bot systems are currently available for architects and hobbyist engineers. 2Bot Corporation is based in Redmond, WA and is privately held.

2Bot is a service mark of 2Bot Corporation. AutoCAD is a registered trademark of Autodesk Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

2Bot Corporation
17455 NE 67th Court, Suite 110
Redmond, Washington 98052 USA
T: 425-869-5035
www.2bot.com

Two Days Training on Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
5-6 December 2007: BangaloreCII Institute of Quality (CII-IQ) is announces it’s training module on Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD T) to be held 5-6 December 2007 at Bangalore.Course Objectives: To learn the standard method of interpreting the Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing given in the drawing. To learn how inspection…

Integrate manufacturing with ecological sensitivity : Prof Prahalad
Mumbai: Breaking the price performance envelope by integrating manufacturing with ecological sensitivity and strength of IT will create huge opportunities in India, advocated Prof C K Prahalad, World’s top most Thinker and Paul Ruth McCracken Distinguished University Professor, The University of Michigan, at the CII 6th Manufacturing…

KOMPAS-3D V9 LT for Mechanical CAD is available online for FREE
ASCON released the Light, Demo and Viewer of the newest KOMPAS-3D V9 versionSt.Petersburg, Russia – ASCON Group, developer and vendor of CAD/CAPP/PDM Solutions, is glad to present its flagship considerably improved product for Mechanical Computer-Aided Design KOMPAS-3D V9 in Demo, Light and Viewer mode.

ARAI Forging Industry Division launched its official web site
Pune: ARAI-FID formally launched its official web site www.firiindia.com in order to widen its reach amongst the worldwide forging industry, research agencies, associates, vendors and job seekers. The web site provides the information on the infrastructure available, various kinds of testing to be undertaken, research activities and training being offered…

Continued influx of orders for German machine tools
Frankfurt am Main: The rise in demand for German machine tools continues apace. In the third quarter of 2007 orders increased by 31 per cent over against the same period last year. The major contribution towards this dynamic business trend came from domestic customers. The orders they placed rose by…

If you work in a specialized design domain, such as aluminum composite panel assembly, HVAC duct installation, log cabin architecture or turbocharger manufacture, your CAD drafting service provider will need specialized knowledge for performing your drafting.

For instance, the drawings might have to be compatible with a CNC machine tool. This would imply a definite relationship between types of objects in the drawing and the layers in the drawing. This in turn would require the CAD drafting service provider to understand which objects to put on which layer.

Understanding which objects to put on which layer frequently calls for the draftsperson to profoundly understand your manufacturing or construction process.

The trouble is, there are very few CAD drafting service providers with ready knowledge of specialized domains. This means your choice of providers will be limited, and there is a good chance you will not be enthused by any of the firms that present themselves.

So what?s a CAD outsourcer like you to do?

Grow your own! (provider, that is?)

You?re right if you think this takes a lot of time, energy and patience. You?re wrong if you feel it will not be worth it.

Look at the advantages: we are talking about subject areas where there aren?t many good CAD drafting service providers. You take the trouble to develop one. So finally you have a good one and nobody else does.

This gives you a tremendous competitive benefit in terms of cost. While others have to use in-house, specialized draftspeople costing maybe $27 per hour, you?re cruising along at $11 per hour. Is that a killer advantage or what?!

The other big plus of growing your own provider is the loyalty that develops. Service provider loyalty is like protein to an outsourcing relationship. You need it vitally, you can?t buy it out and you have to produce it within the relationship. If you have it, you can go more miles than your nearest rival.

Which CAD service provider do you start off with? Find one your friends are using, or go online and select one with due diligence (more about that in a forthcoming article).

The motto of this story is that if you cannot find a CAD drafting service provider with the skills you need, find one that has an otherwise strong skill set. Take the time to teach them the skills, knowing all along that it is you, the outsourcer, who will reap enormous benefits as a result of the process.

To your CAD outsourcing health!