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AVON, Conn., July 24 -- DATACAD LLC has released DataCAD version 12,
the latest edition of its professional-level, 2D/3D AEC CADD software
for architectural design, photo-realistic rendering, and construction
document creation. DataCAD 12 features hundreds of enhancements to boost
design and drawing efficiency for architects, interior designers,
landscape architects, exhibit designers, builders, contractors, criminal
investigators, and graphic designers. Commented Mark Madura: "DataCAD 12 features our customers'
most-requested enhancements, underscoring DATACAD's dedication to
customer service, continuous improvement, and delivery of high-quality
architectural CADD products. Virtual Building-related tools have been
the most-requested enhancements, and DataCAD 12 delivers with
intelligent wall, door and window objects that can be manipulated
graphically or via dialogs and display accordingly in 2D, 3D, or
rendered views. These 'smart' entities offer many of the advantages of
BIM without having to set up extensive project controls, or endure a
steep learning curve that would impact an entire design team." DataCAD 12's 'Smart' Entities Provide Flexible Visual Building Model
Smart entities allow designers to create 3D buildings with intelligent
walls, doors, and windows using familiar methods in 2D or 3D. Smart
entities can be edited using traditional tools (i.e., a wall object and
a line can be trimmed using the same command) so customers do not have
to change the way they work to make modifications. Users can easily
switch between 3D modeling and 2D drawing at any time during the design
process without sacrificing accuracy, and both plan and model are
updated simultaneously. DataCAD 12's smart walls clean up automatically,
eliminating the need for manual trimming. Further, when a door or window
is moved or deleted, the corresponding wall automatically heals itself. Many DataCAD users cite the ability to crank out production drawings
quickly and accurately as their main reason for choosing the program.
DataCAD 12's smart entities work like familiar drafting tools in plan.
However, when the user switches to a 3D view, doors and windows are
automatically modeled complete with jambs, casings, and trim. When the
model is displayed in the object viewer, it is complete with rendered
materials. And, for users who still want to draft with lines and arcs,
DataCAD's standard entities can co- exist with smart entities, allowing
users to use whatever method they are most comfortable with. Support for Large Projects New File Import for SketchUp Enhanced Text Handling and Visualization DataCAD's rendering has been improved to allow users to assign
material definitions on a per-entity basis. Additionally, more than 200
seamless textures for real-world materials have been added to DataCAD
12. More than 200 'Ready2Render' 3D symbols are included, such as
classic furniture, office furniture and partitions, and kitchen and
bathroom fixtures. Pricing and Availability About DataCAD FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: |