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(ATLANTA, Ga.) April 25th, 2024 – IronCAD, a leader in CAD solutions for design productivity and collaboration, is excited to announce the first product update of 2024 for its flagship CAD software. IronCAD 2024 Product Update 1 (PU1) brings significant enhancements and product quality improvements across general modeling, sheet metal design, and collaboration capabilities, designed to accelerate the design process and improve user flexibility in a multitude of engineering environments. In addition, IronCAD is excited to announce the launch of the IronCAD AI Chatbot, a revolutionary new feature designed to enhance user experience and proficiency with IronCAD software. This cutting-edge tool, powered by the latest ChatGPT 4 AI system and backed by an extensive IronCAD database, offers users comprehensive guidance, enhanced learning, and new user guidance on IronCAD’s unique design approach. The IronCAD AI Chatbot provides instant, personalized assistance directly within the IronCAD interface, offering tips, best practices, and tailored support for all IronCAD-related queries. Accessible through the Help Ribbon Bar or the AI icon, the Chatbot is set to become an indispensable resource for new and seasoned users. Initially available to select partners and customers, the IronCAD AI Chatbot will be fully launched to all users later this year. Once released, the Chatbot will be offered free of charge for a limited time, with future license options based on usage to accommodate company needs. Innovations for Enhanced Design Flexibility and Productivity Known for its user-centric design and flexibility, IronCAD continues to push the boundaries of mechanical CAD software (MCAD) by providing solutions that are both innovative and intuitive. This latest update introduces several key enhancements and quality improvements that empower users to achieve greater creativity and efficiency. Key features of this update include: Advanced General Modeling Tools: Enhanced feature-level linking capabilities allow users to create links from feature selections on parts and offers quick creation of links on drop from the IronCAD catalogs streamlining the creation process. The introduction of lock mechanisms for parts and assemblies is designed to prevent unintended alterations, securing the design data in its current state and safeguarding against unauthorized edits. Sheet Metal Design Enhancements: IronCAD 2024 PU1 improves the drag-and-drop behaviors for the sheet metal stock thickness selection process and introduces new bend line styles and layer support for up and down bend lines, enabling more precise detailing of sheet metal parts for manufacturing. Advanced Sketching Options: New sketching options, such as the ability to hide unedited parts and display hidden sketch items as dashed lines when obscured by geometry, provide a cleaner, more intuitive sketching environment. Structured Parts Enhancements: The update introduces new tools for structured parts, including decimal precision settings for BOM properties on structured frame members and an option to exclude hidden bodies from BOM, ensuring more accurate and tailored documentation. Expanded Collaboration Features and Integration Enhancements: IronCAD 2024 PU1 expands its support for KeyShot 2024 and enhances the IronCAD Native Translator capabilities for the latest file types, including CATIA, SolidWorks, and its Architectural and Viewing Translator Plus for the latest BIM formats, IFC and Revit, streamline cross-platform collaboration and ease the integration of IronCAD into diverse workflows. Customer Driven Quality Improvements: In IronCAD 2024, we’ve prioritized customer-driven quality improvements based on feedback from our community. Stability, reliability, and performance quality improvement further enhance the overall experience. IronCAD remains committed to excellence, continually evolving to meet the needs of our users. IronCAD’s Product Update 1 is tailored to empower users to unleash their creativity through cutting-edge technology, user-friendly design tools, and enhanced flexibility in design. The update enhances IronCAD’s already powerful tools, providing the flexibility to create, modify, and manage complex designs more efficiently than ever. “At IronCAD, we’re dedicated to making CAD as intuitive and versatile as possible,” said Cary O’Connor, Vice President of Marketing at IronCAD. “These enhancements are driven by feedback from our community and our deep understanding of the challenges our users face. We continually strive to develop solutions that not only meet but exceed their needs, and our latest update is a testament to IronCAD’s commitment to this mission, offering tools that are not only powerful but also intuitive, ensuring that engineers and designers can achieve their best work with ease and precision. And now, with the introduction of the IronCAD AI Chatbot, we’re taking another leap forward in providing innovative solutions to our users that enhance user experiences and provide a foundation for future groundbreaking developments,” he added. IronCAD 2024 Product Update 1 is available for immediate download for all current IronCAD users. New users are invited to explore IronCAD’s diverse capabilities through a free trial on the IronCAD website. For detailed information on all the new capabilities and enhancements included in the IronCAD 2024 Product Update #1, please visit IronCAD’s website or your local IronCAD distributor. About IronCAD IronCAD delivers high-performance design collaboration solutions that free engineers from the constraints imposed by traditional CAD systems. IronCAD enables designers to translate their ideas into reality through its innovative design methodology and its commitment to providing strong, customer-focused solutions in the CAD industry. IronCAD’s mission is to blend its ingenuity and engineering expertise to develop a software suite that not only meets but exceeds the expectations of our global clientele, driving innovation and excellence in the engineering community. The post IronCAD Announces 2024 Product Update 1 Featuring AI Integrated Chatbot and Improved Capabilities for an Enhanced Design Experience first appeared on IronCAD CAD Software Solutions. View the full article

IronCAD 2024 Product Update 1 (PU1) brings significant enhancements and product quality improvements across general modeling, sheet metal design, and collaboration capabilities, designed to accelerate the design process and improve user flexibility in a multitude of engineering environments. In addition, IronCAD is excited to announce the launch of the IronCAD AI Chatbot, a revolutionary new feature designed to enhance user experience and proficiency with IronCAD software. Key features expand across the 3D Design, including Innovative and Structured Design, Sheet Metal Design, and Collaboration in Import/Export. Below are the key features included in IronCAD 2024 Product Update 1: Intelligence IronCAD AI ChatBot General Modelling Create Link from Selection – Feature Level Link Support Lock Part/Assembly Reset the Selection Filter Option on Selected Filters with ESC Face Section for Inner and Outer Faces Select All Smoothly Connected Faces with Tab Key Extrude Selected Faces (Multiple) to Distance Width Advanced Constraint Support Selection of Faces from Multiple Parts Sheet Metal Drag and Drop Sheet Metal Thickness/Material Behavior Improvement Sheet Metal Bend Line Style/Layer Support Up/Down Custom Intellishape Properties Transfer to Unfold Geometry Sketch Hide UnEdited Part Display Option to Display Hidden Sketch Items as Dashed Lines Structured Parts Create Sketch Command on Datum Planes Structured Frame Support for Decimal Settings on BOM Properties Hidden Body Option to Exclude from BOM Extrude Features Support for Multiple Bodies Collaboration KeyShot 2024.1 Support IronCAD Native Translator, support for the latest file types Architectural & Viewing Translator (“A&VTransPlus”) File Types SolidWorks Drawing Import into 3D Scene as Facet 2D Reference Intelligence IronCAD AI ChatBot We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the IronCAD AI Chatbot, a revolutionary new feature designed to enhance user experience and proficiency with IronCAD software. This cutting-edge tool, powered by the latest ChatGPT 4 AI system and backed by an extensive IronCAD database, offers users comprehensive guidance, enhanced learning, and new user guidance on IronCAD’s unique design approach. The IronCAD AI Chatbot provides instant, personalized assistance directly within the IronCAD interface, offering tips, best practices, and tailored support for all IronCAD-related queries. Accessible through the Help Ribbon Bar or the AI icon, the Chatbot is set to become an indispensable resource for new and seasoned users. Initially available to select partners and customers, the IronCAD AI Chatbot will be fully launched to all users later this year. Once released, the Chatbot will be offered free of charge for a limited time, with future license options based on usage to accommodate company needs. General Modelling Create Link from Selection – Feature Level Link Support Extending the new capabilities added in IronCAD 2024 for Creating Links from Selections on Parts and Assemblies, PU1 now adds support for the Feature Level. Simply select multiple features and right-click in the scene or scene browser to access the Create Link option. This is only supported on features of the same part and on IntelliShape features (modification features are not supported, such as Blend, Chamfer, Boolean, etc). Lock Part/Assembly A new option has been added to Lock a Part or Assembly completely. This is more powerful than the Prevent Selection function because it does not allow any modifications (including Drag & Drop new features). This option is found in the right-click menu on a part or assembly under the Interaction menu. The Prevent Selection option allows adding features to the parts/assemblies. The lock will attempt to prevent all operations except structure changes, such as assembling/disassembling. Reset the Selection Filter Option on Selected Filters with ESC A new option in the Tools-Options-Interactions under Feature Behaviors has been added to allow the ESC key to reset the selection filter (in the bottom right of the IronCAD interface) to Any. Users can select filters like Face selection (and some commands like Blends can set Face filters automatically) and can now hit ESC to reset the filter to Any once done with selections. Face Section for Inner and Outer Faces In the Selection Filter (at the bottom right of the IronCAD interface), two new options have been added for the faces to select the inner and outer faces. Select a face that has an inner or outer pocket, for example, and these new filters will select all the faces of the inner/outer pocket. The face selected for determining the inner and outer faces will not be returned in the selection. Select All Smoothly Connected Faces with Tab Key Similar to the Tab Key on an Edge to select the smooth connected edges, the tab key can be used on a face to select all the smoothly connected faces on a part. Extrude Selected Faces (Multiple) to Distance A new capability has been added to multiple selected faces to create an extrude from the selection. Once multiple faces are selected on an individual part, right-click and select Extrude Selected Faces. This will create multiple extruded features from each selected face at a distance specified by the user. Note this only works on planar faces located on the same part. Width Advanced Constraint Support Selection of Faces from Multiple Parts The Advanced Positioning Constraint, Width, has been enhanced to allow the selection of faces from different parts. This allows the user to easily create a width constraint on parts based on faces from different parts. Sheet Metal Drag and Drop Sheet Metal Thickness/Material Behavior Improvement When reusing sheet metal parts, a new behavior has been added for the dropping pop-up dialog to select the sheet metal thickness. If the sheet metal shape only contains a stock (The default “Stock” in the bottom Image below is an example), the dialog will be invoked on the drop to allow users to select the thickness. If the sheet metal part contains bends, this dialog will not appear and retain the previous set thickness. Sheet Metal Bend Line Style/Layer Support Up/Down New Style and Layer settings have been added in the IronCAD Drawing (ICD) to set the Line Type and Layer for the Up and Down Bend Lines. This option is for the Bend Line Style. These options allow users to set different layers and lines to denote up and down bend lines for manufacturing. Custom Intellishape Properties Transfer to Unfold Geometry Sheet Metal Unfolds can now adopt Custom Properties applied to IntelliShapes on the folded sheet metal. These properties allow users to set Custom Property Mapping to place elements on different styles and layers for manufacturing. Custom Properties set on the folded part will automatically copy to the unfolded sheet metal part. Sketch Hide UnEdited Part Display A new setting on the display settings in the 2D Sketch for “Hide UnEdited Part” has been added to allow for better visibility when editing 2D Sketches. This setting will hide parts that may appear in front or behind the edited 2D Sketch, making it easier to see the sketch and edited part geometry simultaneously. Option to Display Hidden Sketch Items as Dashed Lines 2D Sketches will often appear behind parts in the scene, making it difficult to find or visualize the sketches. A new setting has been added to show these hidden sketches as dashed lines. In addition, users can directly select these dashed lines to select the sketch through parts for editing access. Structured Parts Create Sketch Command on Datum Planes In the right-click menu, a new option has been added to Structured Part Datum planes to create a sketch on the selected datum. This setting makes it faster to create a 2D Sketch on a datum which is a common process in structure part designs. Structured Frame Support for Decimal Settings on BOM Properties Users can now set the decimal precision for properties sent to the BOM for Structured Frames. In the Tools-Options-Parts, users can specify the desired decimal precision. Hidden Body Option to Exclude from BOM A new tools option under Tools-Options-Parts has been added to exclude hidden bodies in the BOM. This is used for the Body Properties in the BOM setting on Structured Part Bodies. Extrude Features Support for Multiple Bodies When creating Extrude Features on Structured Parts, users can now apply the extrude to multiple bodies. Default behaviors for Extrude Thru All will automatically select multiple bodies to the fullest extent. Collaboration KeyShot 2024.1 Support IronCAD 2024 Product Update 1 now supports the latest release from KeyShot, 2024.1. IronCAD Native Translator, support for the latest file types The IronCAD Native Translator Add-on extension has been updated to support the latest file formats from several of the most common 3D CAD systems on the market. Import now supports; CATIA V5: V5R8 – V5–6R2024 Pro/E (CREO): 16 – Creo 10.0 UG NX: 11 – NX 2312 Inventor: V11 – V2024 SolidWorks: 98 – 2024 SolidEdge: V18 – SE 2024 JT Import: 8 – 10.2, 10.3, 10.517, 10.618, 10.718, and 10.826 IFC: IFC 2×3, IFC 4×1, IFC 4×2 Rhino: V2-8 DXF/DWG: 2.5 – 2024 Architectural & Viewing Translator (“A&VTransPlus”) File Types The IronCAD Architectural & Viewing Translator (“A&VTransPlus”) Add-on extension has been updated to support the latest file formats. Revit Read – Version 2015 to 2024. Revit Write – Write is only to Revit 2024. *Note: The current release of Revit Write is unsupported for support until a future release update is announced. IFC Read/Write – IFC2x3, IFC 4×1, IFC 4×2 For the GLTF Writer added to the standard product, the write version is: GLTF Writer – Version 2.0 SolidWorks Drawing Import into 3D Scene as Facet 2D Reference As part of the Architectural & Viewing Translator (“A&VTransPlus”) add-on, users can now import SolidWorks Drawing files (slddrw) into the IronCAD Scene as a Facet Reference of 2D Curves. This is strictly for visualization or viewing of SolidWorks Drawings. Future support may be added to access real curve information once provided from IronCAD’s provider. The post What’s New in IronCAD Design Collaboration Suite 2024 Product Update 1! first appeared on IronCAD CAD Software Solutions. View the full article

In the ever-evolving landscape of design and engineering, IronCAD stands out not just for its groundbreaking CAD software but also for its unwavering commitment to community service. Recently, our team had the unique opportunity to combine innovation with philanthropy during a transformative company outing at the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Designing Solutions Beyond CAD IronCAD’s CAD software isn’t just about streamlining design processes; it’s a transformative tool that empowers creativity and efficiency in three dimensions. As we push the boundaries of innovation in the digital realm, we’re equally dedicated to creating real-world solutions through acts of service and compassion. A Day of Impact: IronCAD Volunteering at Atlanta Community Food Bank Arriving at the Atlanta Community Food Bank, our team immersed themselves in a day filled with purpose and excitement. With a shared mission to make a tangible difference in the lives of our neighbors in need, we embarked on a journey that would exceed our expectations in terms of impact. Throughout the day, our diverse team collaborated seamlessly with volunteers from various backgrounds, sorting and packaging food items with precision and care. The scale of our efforts was awe-inspiring, emphasizing the power of collaboration and community spirit. Numbers That Speak Volumes By the end of our volunteer session, the results of our labor were nothing short of extraordinary. Together, we packaged an astounding 11,072 pounds of food, translating to an impressive 9,226 meals for individuals and families facing food insecurity in Atlanta. These numbers underscore the profound impact achievable when individuals unite for a common cause. IronCAD: Transforming CAD and Communities Our involvement with the Atlanta Community Food Bank exemplifies IronCAD’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and community outreach. While our CAD software excels in digital innovation, we understand that true success is measured by the positive impact we have on the world around us. Looking Ahead: A Call to Action for Design and Compassion As we reflect on our day of service, we’re inspired to continue finding ways to give back and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Whether volunteering time, supporting local initiatives, or advocating for change, IronCAD remains steadfast in our commitment to creating a more compassionate and inclusive world. Join us in Making a Difference! Want to learn more about the Atlanta Community Food Bank and how you can contribute? Visit their website to donate or volunteer. Learn More about the Atlanta Community Food Bank Ready to experience the power of IronCAD’s intuitive design solutions? Try our free trial now: Try the Free Trial of IronCAD Join us as we design a world where compassion and creativity intersect, making a difference one CAD model and one act of kindness at a time. The post From Models to Meals: IronCAD’s Journey of Service at the Atlanta Community Food Bank first appeared on IronCAD CAD Software Solutions. View the full article

(ATLANTA, Ga.) December 20th, 2023 – IronCAD, a trailblazer in the world of design and innovation of MCAD software solutions, proudly announces the much-anticipated release of IronCAD 2024. This latest version showcases a myriad of new features and enhancements meticulously crafted to elevate key functionalities, streamline the design process, and deliver an unparalleled user experience. These improvements continue to solidify IronCAD’s leadership as a productivity leader in MCAD design for machinery and fabrication design applications. Users will immediately feel the impact of IronCAD 2024 innovations that provide more powerful capabilities to design faster and smarter. Key Focus Areas for IronCAD 2024: This year’s development efforts have centered around fortifying IronCAD’s fundamental design capabilities that distinguish IronCAD as a versatile and productive CAD Solution in machinery and fabrication industries. The primary focus areas include: Bulk View Creation & Common Component Process (Automated Drawing Processes): IronCAD 2024 introduces advancements in the automation of the drawing creation process, empowering users with unprecedented efficiency. 3D Design Environment Including Innovative and Structured Design: Extending IronCAD flexibility and versatility, 2024 marks a significant step forward with key functionalities in the core design process that make IronCAD more productive in MCAD Design. Large Assembly Capabilities and Ease of Use: IronCAD 2024 prioritizes enhanced performance for large assemblies in both 3D and 2D environments, ensuring a user-friendly and interactive design experience. Enhanced 2D Mechanical Detailed Design Environment: Vast improvements in the mechanical detailing environment improve efficiency in producing production-level drawings. Import/Export Additional Formats: Expanded import/export capabilities broaden compatibility with both MCAD and BIM applications, allowing users to work with a wider range of file formats effortlessly. Key Detailed Features of IronCAD 2024 Supporting the Focus Area IronCAD 2024 introduces numerous innovative features that are tailored solutions to meet specific customer needs. A few of the key features include: 3D Design Environment Including Innovative and Structured Design Link Part Tool (for Existing Scenes and Drag & Drop Actions from Catalog) Support for External Links Using Different Configurations in the Same Scene Copy as Linked Body Support (More Access Support on TriBall) Replace Feature from Catalog (Extension of Replace Part/Assembly/Sketch) Rotational/Display Performance (H-Dynamic Assist) Structure Part Body Properties Access Structure Part Body Property BOM and Bodies Included for BOM Settings Enhanced Structural Steel Weldments for Gussets and End Caps Top-Down Skeleton Design Approach Improvements Assembly Pattern Tool with Associative Edge/Face References Sheet Metal Modeling Improvements Unfold Part Remember to Add Stock to Account for Extra Material in Manufacturing Solid to Sheet Metal Support Miter with Cut Sketch and Rip Edges Rapid Sheet Metal Quotation Tool Drawing Functionality: Improved drawing capabilities enhance precision and creativity in design. Controls for Automatically Setting Assemblies, Parts, and Features to Specific Layers and Line Types Ability to Individually Shaded Selected Parts in Drawing Views Projection View Standard View Types Alignment Options for Break Lines Ends in Broken Views Improved DWG/DXF Export Settings CAXA DRAFT 2D Mechanical CAD Drawing Improvements Create Drawing from Selected 3D Part/Assemble using CAXA DRAFT Section View Depth Setting Added to CAXA Draft Multi-Frame/Paper Drawing Support New Grouping Command to Group/Ungroup Selected Elements Collaboration in Import/Export, Viewing, Rendering, and Design Sharing IronCAD Native Translator, support for the latest MCAD file type versions New IronCAD Native Translator for BIM (Coming Q1 2024) KeyShot for IronCAD Realistic Rendering Improvements Search for Commands Expanded Search to Help System and Related Topics Synergy Collaboration Platform Improvements in External Collaboration As a core principle, IronCAD is dedicated to delivering superior user experiences, where we prioritize quality improvements and robust quality assurance (QA) processes. IronCAD 2024 has built upon this principle, dedicating hundreds of hours to testing and quality improvements. For a more extensive list of IronCAD 2024 enhancements, visit www.ironcad.com/blog/whats-new-in-2024/. “IronCAD 2024 boasts a major step forward in productivity, flexibility, and versatility in mechanical CAD design,” said Cary O’Connor, Vice President of Marketing at IronCAD. “These targeted new features are specifically added to enhance usability and productivity for users in mechanical machinery manufacturing and design, metal fabrication design, assembly layout/design, modular design, packaging design, and even furniture design markets. IronCAD’s unique design process enables wide usage across these markets and offers users powerful tools for innovation and parametric design, making them more competitive in bespoke design creation.” IronCAD 2024 is now available to revolutionize the design landscape, empowering users with an unmatched blend of functionality, efficiency, and innovation. For more information and access to the IronCAD 2024, visit www.irocad.com. About IronCAD Based in Atlanta, Ga., IronCAD is a leading provider of 3D design productivity solutions that deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction and productivity. Individual components of this solution can be used standalone, complementary within an existing design environment, or can be used together to collaborate effectively throughout the enterprise to extend productivity. IronCAD’s flagship product IRONCAD has won many industry awards for its innovative technology and leads the industry in its ease of use and design productivity. Thousands of customers worldwide use IronCAD to support their success. For more information about IronCAD, visit www.ironcad.com. The post IronCAD Unveils Cutting-Edge Design Software Update, IronCAD 2024 Boasts Exciting Features and Enhancements first appeared on IronCAD CAD Software Solutions. View the full article

IronCAD 2024 boasts a major step forward in productivity, flexibility, and versatility in mechanical CAD design. New features have been specifically added to aid users in mechanical machinery manufacturing and design, metal fabrication design, assembly layout/design, modular design, packaging design, and down to furniture design markets. Key features expand across the 3D Design, including Innovative and Structured Design, Sheet Metal Design, Detailed Drawing and 2D Mechanical Drawing Environments, and Collaboration in Import/Export, Viewing, and Design Sharing. Below are the key features included in IronCAD 2024: IronCAD 2024 New Features View the full article

The global economy is moving from the Information Age into a new Innovation Age, which will demand a workforce trained not just in the “three Rs” but with skills in problem-solving to create new ideas, new technology, and new creative content. To address this need, the Georgia Institute of Technology created the K-12 InVenture Prize to develop the next generation of engineers and entrepreneurs by making invention education accessible to all students and teachers in Georgia. What Is K-12 InVenture Prize? InVenture is an invention experience and competition for K-12 students that challenges students to identify real-world problems and design novel solutions through careful analysis, creativity, and the scientific method. The students participating in the K-12 InVenture Prize are bright and motivated, supported by dedicated teachers and parents. As a proud sponsor and presenter of the K-12 InVenture Prize for over five years, IronCAD provides software, teacher training, and support to the classes participating in the InVenture Prize. Each year, IronCAD team members were fortunate enough to sit amongst the judging committee, reviewing and rating the innovative array of imaginative projects and offering encouraging advice to participants. And The Winners Are… This year, IronCAD had the honor of once again presenting the IronCAD Mechanical Design Award, and for the first time, there was a tie for IronCAD’s top prize! Team #1 | Photocatalytic Aerosol Can and Catalytic Converter With this innovative catalytic converter and aerosol spray can, carbon and CFC emission can be greatly reduced using photocatalysis to convert harmful chlorofluorocarbons and CO2 pollutants into more environmentally safe products. This will help cut down overall harmful effects and reduce global warming and ozone depletion. Students | Max Habeger, Maleeq Ellsberry, Aly Kajani Teacher | Austin Russell The New School Atlanta | Fulton County Team #2 | Rollo: Their product is a game named “Rollo,” a gamified app that you pay one U.S. dollar to unlock one of four worlds. Three-fourths of the money made by the app will go to the country’s education, and they are currently funding four countries. Students | Alexia Waters, Escher Friedman, Rohan Manginelli Teacher | Lisa Rogers Smyrna Elementary School | Cobb County Due to both teams’ impressive inventions that were created using IronCAD, the IronCAD judging panel honored both teams with the 2023 IronCAD Mechanical Design Award. “I love this event and finding teams that have a passion for thinking out of the box, and every year I’ll find a team that uses design tools differently, and I just love that spark of innovation.” Stated Cameron Schriner, Software Engineer and Education Program Coordinator at IronCAD, when determining this year’s IronCAD Mechanical Design Award winner. “I was so impressed with the Photocatalytic Aerosol Can team for not only the intricate lattice detail in their filter but also for their innovative design allowing their filter to attach to a wide variety of cans right off the shelf! Team Rollo’s design may have been simple, but when you learn they are in elementary school, you can’t help but be so impressed. This team’s learning a professional design software to design a game around their character was inspiring.” IronCAD is committed to encouraging and providing support for students to help inspire them to learn through invention and entrepreneurship. By partnering with educational institutions, IronCAD has directly brought the power of its intuitive 3D CAD software into the classroom. The simplest CAD for students who want to explore engineering fundamentals, IronCAD features unparalleled ease of use that makes it extraordinarily easy to teach and learn. To learn more about IronCAD’s Educational Program, click the link below. Learn more about IronCAD’s Educational Program today! To learn more about InVenture news, summer accelerator programs, and how to register to compete for next year’s InVenture Prize, visit https://k12inventure.gatech.edu/ right now. The post 2023 InVenture Prize x IronCAD Design Award: Inspiring STEM Learning Through Invention and Entrepreneurship first appeared on IronCAD CAD Software Solutions. View the full article

IronCAD Design Collaboration Suite 2023 Product Update #1 Revolutionizing Mechanical CAD Design for Industrial Equipment Machinery and Fabrication Markets IronCAD is excited to announce and share the latest release of IRONCAD 2023 Product Update #1, which contains many exciting improvements and benefits that help customers drive innovation and move designs to production faster. IronCAD continues to strengthen its focus to build upon performance improvements common in large assembly design, functionality improvements in the IronCAD 2D Detail Drawing Environment to be not only more competitive but also more productive, extend key modeling capabilities that continue to advance IronCAD’s flexibility and versatility needed to expand their market reach and user interface improvements that continue to make IronCAD the easiest 3D CAD design product in the industrial equipment machinery and fabrication market. See for yourself and learn more specific details about this release below: Quick Links General 3D Scene Environment Improvements Smart Assembly Intelligence Enhancements IronCAD 2D Drawing Improvements Modeling Enhancements Sheet Metal Design Improvements CAXA DRAFT Drawing Updates Component and Collaboration Updates General 3D Scene Environment Enhancements Performance Improvement Switching Between the 3D scene, IronCAD Drawing, and DRAFT Environments This improved behavior allows users to effortlessly switch document types while maintaining exceptional speed and responsiveness. With this IronCAD new setting, users can swiftly navigate between the 3D modeling environment and the IronCAD drawing or drafting interfaces, ensuring a fluid and uninterrupted design workflow. Say goodbye to frustrating lags and delays and enjoy a truly efficient and productive design experience. Note: This improvement requires disabling the older Toolbar user interface and making use of the Ribbon Bar Interface. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Configuration List Reordering New ability to reorder configurations in the Configuration dialog and pop-up list display has been added. This new feature offers designers and engineers greater control and flexibility when working with complex assemblies and configurations. Users can now easily rearrange configurations within the Configuration dialog, allowing for a more organized and efficient workflow. Whether you need to prioritize frequently used configurations or restructure the order for easier navigation, the ability to reorder configurations empowers you to customize your workspace according to your specific needs. Additionally, the pop-up list display has been enhanced to reflect the updated configuration order defined by users, ensuring seamless consistency between the Configuration dialog and the interactive interface. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Navigate Through Catalogs Using Keyboard Arrow Keys with Automatic Updates to the Object and Property Viewer Displays Designers and engineers can now explore catalog items quickly and effortlessly, gaining instant access to crucial information both visually and contextually. With a simple keyboard input with the arrow keys, users can smoothly navigate through the catalog items, while the Object and Property Viewer displays dynamically update to provide real-time details and visual representations of the selected item. Experience unrivaled efficiency and convenience as you swiftly navigate catalogs, access key information, and make informed design decisions with IronCAD’s intuitive keyboard-based navigation. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Open Drawing from Right-Click External Link Management Menu This new option streamlines the design workflow, allowing designers and engineers to access and manage linked drawings without unnecessary navigation. With a simple right-click on the external link part/assembly, users can now instantly open the associated drawing from the External Link Management Menu, saving valuable time and eliminating the hassle of manually locating and opening files from the folder structure. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Save As Part/Assembly Added to External Link Management Menu To improve efficiency in the design process, the Save As Part/Assembly command has been added to the Right-click menu of Parts/Assemblies under the External Link Management menu for convenience to save selected objects as external files. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Search in the Parameter Table to Locate Expressions/Names IronCAD has introduced a powerful search functionality within the parameter table, enabling users to quickly locate text and values throughout all columns, including expressions and parameter names within the IronCAD Parameter Table. This feature boosts productivity by saving valuable time spent searching for specific parameters and allowing direct navigation to the desired parameter for editing. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Tooltips for Command Browser for Full-Text String in Dropdown Boxes While in the Command Browser in IronCAD, it may be common that names or descriptions in the browser for dropdown down list boxes may be cut off due to the size of the browser window. Now you can hoover over the text and a tooltip will appear with the full-length text to clarify the text of the potential selection. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Right-Click Drop as Innovative or Structure Part Option New options have been added to the right-click drag from the catalog on Features to drop as an Innovative or Structured Part. This option speeds up the design process to allow quick selection on the type of part needed for the design at hand. Simply right-click drag and drop with precision locations and select the desired part type to begin your design. Having both modeling types in IronCAD offers versatility in design not found in other CAD Systems.  Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Smart Assembly Intelligence Enhancements Attachment Point Connector Tool Rigid Movement for Pre-Selected Groups The Attachment Point Connector Tool provides designers and engineers with powerful methods to manipulate parts and assemblies that are connected using IronCAD Smart Assembly eBehavior. With the Attachment Point Connector Tool, users can now select and move preselected assemblies and parts as rigid units, maintaining their relationships with surrounding components. This means that complex assemblies can be easily reconfigured without the need to manually rebuild or recreate connections, saving valuable time and effort. By simply selecting the desired geometry and connecting pieces (individual parts or even assemblies), the Attachment Point Connector Tool intelligently calculates the optimal attachment point at the top-level and even below, ensuring a precise and accurate connection so that components remain aligned and properly positioned, maintaining the integrity of the design throughout the modification process. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Drop without Smart Assembly Behavior A new ability to drop objects from the catalog without invoking IronCAD’s Smart Assembly connection behavior has been added. This powerful feature provides users with greater control and flexibility when placing objects in their designs. With this enhancement, designers and engineers can now effortlessly add catalog items to their scenes without the automatic connection behavior typically associated with IronCAD’s Smart Assembly feature that uses Intelligent Attachment connections. This means that users have the freedom to position and arrange objects precisely where they want them, without automatically establishing the Smart Assembly connections that can connect the dropping objects to matching attachment point pairs that potentially may be in a different area from where a user may drop. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png IronCAD 2D Drawing Improvements Improved IronCAD Drawing (ICD) View Creation Speed With newly added enhanced performance in the ICD, IronCAD 2023 Product Update 1 accelerates the creation of ICD views, enabling users to generate complex views quickly. This boost in productivity ensures designers can meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Improvements in Broken Views on ICD IronCAD has made significant enhancements to broken views, enhancing the user experience, and ensuring that designers can effectively communicate their designs requiring broken regions to represent large models. The overall broken view logic was reviewed and updated to add better support for dimensioning across broken regions and better update handling for broken regions in views. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Lock/Fix Views in ICD to Prevent Accidental Movements IronCAD now offers the ability to lock or fix views in ICD, minimizing the risk of accidental movements that can disrupt the design. This feature provides designers with peace of mind, allowing them to work with confidence and precision. Options are available to permanently lock the position of the view and break connected view associations or simply lock the view position from accidental movements while maintaining view associations and movements when other views are intentionally moved. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Text Box Movement in IronCAD Drawings with Arrow Keys This new option allows designers and engineers to effortlessly manipulate text boxes within their drawings, enhancing precision and efficiency. With the simple use of arrow keys, users can now easily move text boxes in any desired direction, ensuring precise alignment and positioning. Additional control for the movement distance can be set in the Tools/Options/Technical Drawing. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Enhanced ICD Shaded View Quality in Quick Views with Transparency This new update enhances the ICD shaded view quality in Quick Views by adding transparency controls for quality and realism. Designers can now achieve a more comprehensive visualization of their models, improving clarity and accuracy during the design process especially when Transparency is set on parts. Multiple layers of Transparency can now be handled with options to control the visibility of each transparency level.  Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Cosmetic Threads Start Reference to the Starting Edge of the Hole New options have been added to allow the thread depth to reference optional locations from the bottom of the counter area or to the top of the hole reference. This option can be stored in the styles of the dimension styles based on the information desired to call out on the Dual Thread Depth type. This can also be set in the Hole Tool or Cosmetic Thread tool in the 3D Scene for creation. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png IronCAD Drawing New Text Property for “File Name with Full Path” In the IronCAD Drawing Environment, a new option has been added for the File Name Text property to use the Full Path. This ensures that users are using the correct file information when reviewing the File Name in the Drawing. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Project Custom Property Text to IronCAD Drawing New options on the Part/Assembly Custom Properties to Automatically Project the Text string to the IronCAD Drawing. This option allows you to transfer critical information to the 2D Detailed document without having to manually type information or risk updating the information when the data in the 3D changes. This annotation can be relocated in the drawing once projected and the new location will be remembered in future updates. Using the ability, you can attach parametric string data to the custom property and get automatic dimensions (creation and updates) without manual intervention to recreate the callout information. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Support for Concrete Hatch Pattern Type The hatch pattern styles have been updated on the IronCAD Templates to support a Concrete Hatch Pattern. For existing user templates, users can import one of the IronCAD Templates styles into the open template to copy the concrete hatch to this template. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Modeling Enhancements Structured Parts Enhancements IronCAD introduces the ability for Structured Parts Bodies to Rename and Relink Breps. These features provide users with greater flexibility and efficiency in managing and organizing their designs while having the flexibility to change linked Breps or reconnect lost instances. Simply click twice on the body name to allow the renaming of the body to a user-specific text identifier. To relink an associated Body/Brep, right-click on the Brep in the scene browser to access the new option to link either internally or externally to another reference. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png TriBall Pattern of Pattern Support Experience a new level of versatility with IronCAD’s support for a pattern of a pattern, leveraging the power of the TriBall pattern command to unlock unlimited design possibilities in your 3D models. This feature empowers designers and engineers to create complex and intricate patterns with unparalleled ease and flexibility. With the TriBall pattern command, users can now apply patterns to existing TriBall patterns that can be made up of Assemblies, Parts, and/or Features. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Body Link Relationships Maintained Through Catalog Drop-In/Out Process When creating linked bodies whether to internal objects or external objects, the link relationship generated will now be maintained when the owning object is placed into a catalog and reused in other scenes or in the same document. This powerful feature extends the possibility of designs by allowing reference geometry to be used in the construction of other parts. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Prevent Dimension Flipping in Sketch and 3D Controls When working in the Sketch and in 3D, users can create dimensions and angle constraints for geometry. However, when models are changed in typically large increments, the dimensions can solve correctly but can resolve in flipping the geometry to solve in a minimum move of the dimensions. This flipping result is often not desired. New options are available on certain dimension/constraint types. For tangent constraints in the sketch, new options on the right-click of the tangent constraint for aligned and anti-aligned will be maintained through the solve. For spline angle dimensions in the sketch, a new option to maintain angle direction to maintain the current angle side. For general 3D Smart Dimensions, an option to flip is added to maintain the direction side of the dimension. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Polyline Sketch Right-click or Double-Click End Creation New improvements to speed up the polyline creation in the 2D Sketch have been added. During the polyline creation, simply right-click or double-click to end the current polyline command while still remaining in the tool. This allows the continuous creation of multiple polylines in the single polyline creation tool. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png 2D Sketch to Convert Selected Connected Line Segment to Use as Construction New behaviors have been added to the sketch to convert selected curves of a connected line segment to construction. Previously, the entire connected paths would be converted. In the new behavior, the selected curves are converted to construction curves and the endpoints will be disconnected. To maintain the connection, users can add coincident constraints to these points to maintain the connections. The behavior improves the speed at building reference and real geometry in the sketch. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Equal Length Constraints in 2D Sketch Can Be Applied to Multiple Selections New capabilities have been added to the Equal Length command to allow users to select multiple segments and apply the equal length constraint to the selection. The apply command will keep users in the command to allow for multiple sets of curves to be set to equal length. In addition, the command browser allows for selection and deselection in the scene (and double-click in the browser) to remove accidental selections. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Fillet/Chamfer 2D Sketch Support Adding Constraints The 2D Sketch Fillet/Chamfer tool now has the ability to add constraints when creating the fillet/chamfer. This setting is off by default along with the lock radius on the fillet to quickly add fillets/chamfers on multiple points with a user-set default value. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Automatic Merge of Points in a 2D Sketch Pattern When patterning a selected set of curves that connect at points after the pattern, the points of the resulting pattern will automatically connect reducing manual work to connect them after the pattern command. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Offset Sketch Support of Single or Chain The offset command has been enhanced to allow the offset of a single selected curve or the chain connected with the curve. This new option provides additional control in creating offset geometry when sketching. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Path Constraint in Advance Positioning Constraints The Path Constraint in the Advance Positioning Constraints has been enhanced to support multiple connected path segments. As long as the segments are connected, users can build a constraint to the path for the object to follow along. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Replace Part/Assembly with Ability to Maintain Constraints IronCAD’s new ability to replace parts and assemblies while maintaining constraints allows users to effortlessly adapt and evolve designs. This functionality empowers designers and engineers to update components within their designs without compromising the integrity of existing constraints. With IronCAD’s advanced Replace Part/Assembly capability, users can swap out components while preserving critical relationships and connections, eliminating the need to manually reapply constraints. This streamlines the design process, saves valuable time, and ensures accurate and reliable modifications. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png External Link Reference Dialog Improvements The “Find Reference” command dialog for external/internal links has been improved to allow highlights when selecting the list of items. This helps users understand which link is connected to the selected list element. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png 3D Curve Support for Connect/Disconnect Options on Right-Click Similar to the 2D Sketch, the 3D Curve has adopted the ability to right-click on points and connect/disconnect the two joining curves. This is useful when creating 3D curves to have a connected segment after creating and modifying curves in the environment. To denote connected, the endpoint will be a small connection point while disconnected are larger endpoints. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Sheet Metal Modeling Enhancements Sheet Metal Sketch Bend Support for Angles Less the 90 Degees for Cone Shape In the Sheet Metal Sketch Bend, users can create multiple sketch lines to fold a sketch into a 3D model. New support for angles less than 90 degrees that could represent a cone-type shape in sheet metal. An example of this could be corrugated packaging type shapes. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Sheet Metal Set Bend Support for Individually Set Angles In the Set Bend Angle command, users were allowed to modify the bend angles in the Bend Feature section initially with all angles in the command using the same value. Improvements have been made to allow users to modify the sketch bend angles individually within the same set angle command/feature. This brings new capabilities to the command and improves the overall design process with fewer features needed. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png CAXA DRAFT 2D Drawing Improvements Set 3D Info – Influenced by Open Scene Configuration The “Set 3D Info” controls the information displayed in a Title Block. Whenever a View is Generated, this information is populated based on that last View inserted. Previously this information was influenced by the Configuration of the Open Scene, rather than strictly following the selections within “Set 3D Info”. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Broken-Out Section – Editing is Affected by View Scale The Boundary or Loop of Broken-Out Sections previously was affected by the View Scale. This has been removed to give the correct result in the Broken-Out Section. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Broken-Out Section – Ignores Use Part Color Selection Previous versions of the Broken-Out Section would ignore the Use Part Color setting on the views. This has been resolved so that the curves follow the part color settings. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Editing the Extension of Break Lines Break lines on a broken view can now be edited to adjust the length. By default, the extension goes to the view boundary. It is desirable to move these extensions when the views are large to make a more reasonable view for drawings. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Collaboration and Translation Enhancements Support for the Latest KeyShot 2023 Release IronCAD now integrates seamlessly with the latest version of KeyShot (Version 2023), the renowned rendering and animation software. This integration enables users to effortlessly visualize and present their designs with unmatched realism and precision. Users can purchase new or perform a one-time upgrade to the latest version if they previously own the KeyShot for IronCAD product. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Support for the Latest Translator Versions IronCAD’s Native Translator has been updated for the formats listed below for formats such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Pro/E, Unigraphics, and Catia. CATIA V5: V5R8 – V5–6R2023 Pro/E (CREO): 16 – Creo 9.0 UG NX: 11 – NX 2212 Inventor: V11 – V2023 SolidWorks: 98 – 2023 SolidEdge: V18 – SE 2023 JT Import: 8 – 10.2, 10.3, 10.5, 10.6, and 10.7, And Graphics Import IFC: IFC2x3, IFC4 Rhino: V2-7 Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png ICAPI Support for Undo for Add-ons The IronCAD Application Interface (ICAPI) has now been improved to allow undo operations for add-ins developed in IronCAD. This enhances the control for developers to build custom applications that support undo which is typical in IronCAD operations. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Multiphysics for IronCAD Multiphysics for IronCAD has been updated to the latest version. Details will be shared in a blog post for Multiphysics for IronCAD 2023. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png IronCAD Mechanical Updates to the latest version of IronCAD Mechanical. Details will be shared in a blog post for IronCAD Mechanical 2023. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png The post What’s New in IronCAD Design Collaboration Suite 2023 Product Update #1! first appeared on IronCAD CAD Software Solutions. View the full article

(ATLANTA, Ga.) June 2nd, 2023 – IronCAD, the leading provider of cutting-edge MCAD software solutions, is thrilled to announce the release of IronCAD 2023 Product Update 1. Packed with a range of powerful new features and enhancements, this update aims to elevate the mechanical CAD design experience for professionals in the industrial equipment machinery and fabrication markets. The highlights of IronCAD 2023 Product Update 1 include: Support for the Latest KeyShot 2023 Release: IronCAD now integrates seamlessly with the latest version of KeyShot, the renowned rendering and animation software. This integration enables users to effortlessly visualize and present their designs with unmatched realism and precision. Structured Parts Enhancements: IronCAD introduces an innovative ability for Structured Parts to Rename and Relink bodies. This feature provides users with greater flexibility and efficiency in managing and organizing their designs, streamlining the design process. Improved IronCAD Drawing (ICD) View Creation Speed: With enhanced performance, IronCAD 2023 Product Update 1 accelerates the creation of ICD views, enabling users to generate complex views quickly. This boost in productivity ensures designers can meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality. Enhanced ICD Shaded View Quality in Quick Views with Transparency: The new update enhances the ICD shaded view quality in Quick Views by adding transparency controls for quality and realism. Designers can now achieve a more comprehensive visualization of their models, improving clarity and accuracy during the design process. Lock/Fix View in ICD to Prevent Accidental Movements: IronCAD now offers the ability to lock or fix views in ICD, minimizing the risk of accidental movements that can disrupt the design. This feature provides designers with peace of mind, allowing them to work with confidence and precision. Improvements in Broken Views on ICD: IronCAD has made significant enhancements to broken views, enhancing the user experience, and ensuring that designers can effectively communicate their designs requiring broken regions to represent large models. Search in Parameter Table to Locate Expressions/Names: IronCAD introduces a powerful search functionality within the parameter table, enabling users to quickly locate text and values throughout all columns including expressions and parameter names. This feature boosts productivity by saving valuable time spent searching for specific parameters. General Quality Improvements: IronCAD’s commitment to excellence shines through in Product Update 1, with a range of general quality improvements that enhance the overall user experience. These quality improvements and enhancements address user feedback and further optimize the software’s performance. Additional Features and Enhancements: The update includes various other notable additions, such as resolving the Direction of Angle Constraint Flipping and Dimension Flipping by adding directionality control on the constraint. Moreover, new features like the Concrete Hatch Pattern added to ICD Templates, TriBall Pattern of Pattern Support, and updated Multiphysics for IronCAD and IronCAD Mechanical Design Utilities for Machinery Designer provide users with expanded capabilities and a more refined design experience. “We are thrilled to introduce IronCAD 2023 Product Update 1, which marks another significant step forward in revolutionizing mechanical CAD design,” said Cary O’Connor, V.P. of Marketing at IronCAD. “By incorporating the latest features and enhancements, we are empowering professionals in the industrial equipment machinery and fabrication markets to streamline their workflows, boost productivity, and bring their designs to life with unprecedented realism and precision.” IronCAD 2023 Product Update 1 is now available to all existing IronCAD customers. For more information about this update and to explore the full range of IronCAD solutions, please visit www.irocad.com. For a more extensive list of IronCAD 2023 Product Update 1 improvements and enhancements, click here. Try the newest version of IronCAD for free by navigating to https://www.ironcad.com/free-online-trial/ to start your free online trial. About IronCAD Based in Atlanta, Ga., IronCAD is a leading provider of 3D design productivity solutions that deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction and productivity. Individual components of this solution can be used standalone, complementary within an existing design environment, or can be used together to collaborate effectively throughout the enterprise to extend productivity. IronCAD’s flagship product IRONCAD has won many industry awards for its innovative technology and leads the industry in its ease of use and design productivity. Thousands of customers worldwide use IronCAD to support their success. For more information about IronCAD, visit www.ironcad.com. 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IronCAD Design Collaboration Suite 2022 Product Update #1 Featuring User-Driven Productivity Enhancements that Improve the User Experience in Both 3D and 2D We’re excited to announce the availability of the IronCAD® 2022 Product Update #1 (PU1), a major extension to the most recent 2022 release. Geared to enhance productivity and the user experience in both 3D and 2D for mechanical machinery and fabrication design users, PU1 was purpose-built with new improvements to empower manufacturing companies and their ability to drive efficiency. The power and flexibility added with this release to IronCAD are significant and can become an essential part of the user’s product development strategy. PU1 for IronCAD 2022 offers enhancements that empower engineers and increase user productivity through improvements to IronCAD’s performance when using the 3D Section Tool, usability for the 3D environment, and time spent for users during the detailing phase. Below are more specific details about this release: Quick Links Performance and User Interface Improvements 2D Detailing in IronCAD Drawing Improvements Design Process Improvements Component and Collaboration Updates Performance and User Interface Improvements 3D Graphical Section Performance for Large Data Sets Major performance improvements using the 3D Section Tool, especially with large data sets such as large machines. In addition, improvements have been made in the usage by automatically enabling the TriBall positioning tools and Default Orientation plane on the initial action to make the tool more intuitive. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png New Integrated 3D Object Viewer Users are now enabled to use the Object Browser to visually identify catalog items and selected items in the scene browser using a 3D object viewer docked in the IronCAD interface. Thus quickly providing a visual representation of the selected object to help identify the correct element for a given task. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Quick Restructure of the Assembly Structure Capability PU1 introduces faster methods to restructure the assembly tree using Ctrl-X/CTRL-v (or CTRL-Shift-V for a place-in-place) to place under the selected item in the Scene Browser. This is a powerful ability in IronCAD to reorder the structure dynamically, and with this new improvement, it has become even faster and easier to update the assembly structure. Pasting on an Assembly will paste it directly inside the assembly at the top node below the assembly. Pasting on a Part will paste it directly below the part (under the same assembly level where the part is located). Pasting when nothing is selected (or on a feature/sketch), will paste the parts/assemblies at the bottom of the scene browser. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Stretch Assemblies/Parts using a Measurement Tool Direct Dimension Measure in the Stretch Tool to set the desired stretch distance without having to measure outside of the tool. Users typically want to stretch a model a certain distance from point A to B. With this new option, users can get that distance between A and B within the tool to quickly stretch the model. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Quick Selection Filter to Access Assemblies A new selection filter (`) has been added to select the lowest visible assembly in the path which enables quick access to an object’s parent assembly. Simple hold the ` key and click to get the select object parent assembly. Combine this with other selection filters like “Prevent Selection Below” to get the parent shape on click of these objects. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Toggle Edge Visibility for Hidden, Visible, and No Edge Display You can now use Ctrl-E (3-phase toggle) to Show Hidden Edges, Hide All Edges (or No Edges), and Show Visible Edges to help control visibility in the 3D, and to allow for speed increases to turn off edges on selected models that slow the performance during rotation. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Box Select Option for Additive Selection When box selecting elements in the scene, you may want to use the shift to continuously add to your selection list. Simply hold down the Shift + Tab and continue to box select to get an additive box select behavior. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Status Setting on Parts/Assemblies New display options for the Scene Browser have been added to show a series of 4 status types. Using this option, you can define the current design status of parts/assemblies and visually see the status in the scene browser at a glance. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Scene Browser Display Setting for Internal/External Links A new Scene Browser filter has been added to show an icon for Internal and External linked shapes to help you easily identify these types of links. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Pin Favorites in Welcome Dialog New options to right-click on recent files in the Welcome Dialog to pin the recent file at the top of the list adding it as a favorite. Simply right-click again to remove the favorite tag.  Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Right-Click Menu Restructure The right-click pop-up menus on objects have been restructured to give better access to commands. Commands are now consistently shown at the top of the menu and interactions/properties are located toward the bottom of the menu. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Reset User Interface Customization A new command has been added in the Ribbon Bar right-click menu to reset the user interface to the default settings. This provides a useful option to reset to the default. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Help System Update Major user interface changes and content changes have been made to the Help System (F1). Use the general F1 to access the home page entry location for useful links to training and our IronCAD Community. Mouse over a command in the Ribbon Bar or start commands and hit F1 to get context-sensitive help which contains additional information and video information(or certain commands) to assist in learning the command. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png 2D Detailing in IronCAD Drawing Improvements Improve Auto-Item Bubble Tool Enhanced Auto-Item Bubble Tool with more controls for placement of Item Bubbles and improved results to reduce overlapping leader lines. You can set the desired pattern type for the view, control location, and set multiple row creation in the new improved dialog. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png BOM Controls to Show Items Currently Not Item Bubbled New visibility controls for the BOM to show non-item bubbled rows in the BOM both inside the edit BOM control and with the Item Bubble creation Tool to help users understand what “is” an “is not” item bubbled. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Position Item Bubble Horizontal/Vertical On Creations Using the Alt key, you can place item bubbles horizontal and vertical during the creation time. This is useful when manually placing and arranging item bubbles. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Part Quantity Counts for Externally Linked Assemblies/Parts Part quantity support for externally linked parts/assemblies views that are shown in individual drawing sheets having linked references in the main assembly document has been added. To support this, BOM’s have the ability to define a Custom Name. The part quantity string callout references the name to pull the quantity from the correct BOM versus the data from the External Linked File (which in the past would have been incorrect such as a QTY of 1 whereas it is linked multiple times in the main assembly). Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Improved Dimension Display for Spacing and Over/Under Scripts Improvements in the Smart Dimension tool have been made when working with view scales and dimension spacing along with text placement on over/under scripts. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Diameter Dimension Outside Arrow/Line Support The diameter dimension now supports display settings for showing both an outside arrow and a continuous dimension line. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Horizontal/Vertical Circumference Diameter Dimension Using the current SmartDimension, you can now click on two horizontal quadrant points on a circle to place a horizontal/vertical dimension with a diameter value. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Push Individual Style Changes to Global Setting New options to “push” individual dimension style changes back to the global style which then would apply to all dimensions using the style are now available. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png BOM Table Global Dimension Style Setting BOM Decimal Precision control specifically for the BOM versus using the Tools-Options Decimal Precision. Access the BOM Style to set the desired Decimal precision from the BOM. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Hole Callout Symbol Style Editor A new Hole Callout Symbol Style Editor has been added to control custom callout symbols and test strings. In the drawing File Menu under, Edit-Styles, you can access the Hole Callout Symbol Styles to create your own style sets for the Hole Callout Tool. Then on the Dimension Styles, you can set the desired style for your dimension style. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Associative View Broken View Support Support for associative view Broken View relationships on views to allow edits in one broken view definition will update other associated views has been added. When creating a broken view, you can specify to inherit the broken view to associated views automatically. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Sheet Names Linked to Property Information Improvements have been made to the ability to link property information to Sheet names by caching the names and reducing the need to force updates when working with views (creation and updating). Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Detail Views Support for Dimension Lines Adding dimensions on Detail views where the dimension needs to be placed outside the detail area on trimmed edges inside the view, will now properly draw the dimension extension lines outside of the detail view. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Symbol Palette Expanding Rows and Scroll Users can continue to add many symbols to the symbol palette that is used in the smart dimension tool. This palette will automatically expand to fit the extra symbols. It will also add a scroll bar to allow you to scroll the palette when you have many rows in the property browser window. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Scene Property Browser Bulk View Templates List Improvements New capabilities have been added to display the file path on templates in the scene browser Bulk View Template list to help identify the proper template and to remove templates no longer used. At the bottom of the list, there is a new option to edit the list to allow for these customizations. Also if you have duplicate names, a unique identify will be added to the name to denote there are duplicates at different file paths to the templates. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Design Process Improvements Sheet Metal Sketch-Bend Support for Inverted Bends New sheet metal sketch-bend tools (commonly used in corrugated packaging type applications) have been added to support inverted bends. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Visibility Settings on Sketch Bend Options Visibility controls in sketch bend for disabled bends and color differentiation for each sketch bend category are now available to help users work with the Sketch Bend tool. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Parametric Control of Bend Size A new ability to control bend sizes either to a specific size or parametrically while maintaining an associative relationship to the connected stock edge has been added in IronCAD. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Structure Part Link Body Support Link to Body for Structure Part Bodies is now supported which adds a powerful new ability to link to a Part Body in another Part so that changes can be made in one part and updated in the second part. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Component and Collaboration Updates Support for the Latest Translator Versions IronCAD’s Native Translator has been updated to now support the latest versions of the industry-standard formats. Format support is listed below for formats such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Pro/E, Unigraphics, and Catia. CATIA V5: V5R8 – V5–6R2022 Pro/E (CREO): 16 – Creo 8.0 UG NX: 11 – NX 2007 Inventor: V11 – V2022 SolidWorks: 98 – 2022 SolidEdge: V18 – SE 2022 JT Import: 8 – 10.2, 10.3(18), and 10.5(19) IFC: IFC2x3, IFC4 Rhino: V2-7 Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Multiphysics for IronCAD Multiphysics for IronCAD has been updated to the latest version that includes improved mesh solving among many other improvements. Details will be shared in a blog post for Multiphysics for IronCAD 2022 PU1. 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ATLANTA, Georgia — Monday, May 30th, 2022 — IronCAD today announced the immediate availability of the IronCAD® 2022 Product Update #1 (PU1), a major extension to the most recent 2022 release. Geared to enhance productivity and the user experience in both 3D and 2D for mechanical machinery and fabrication design users, PU1 was purpose-built with new improvements to empower manufacturing companies and their ability to drive efficiency. The power and flexibility added with this release to IronCAD are significant and can become an essential part of the user’s product development strategy. PU1 for IronCAD 2022 offers enhancements that empower engineers and increase user productivity through improvements to IronCAD’s performance when using the 3D Section Tool, usability for the 3D environment, and time spent for users during the detailing phase. The new features and improvements of PU1 for IronCAD 2022 improve the entire CAD value chain to optimize design efficiency and production. Enabling users to take design processes to the next level, let’s take a closer look at the enhancements included in Product Update #1: Performance Improvements: IronCAD users will notice a major performance improvement when using the 3D Section Tool, especially with large data sets such as large machines. Additionally, improvements have been made in the usage by automatically enabling the TriBall positioning tools and Default Orientation plane on the initial action to make the tool more intuitive. Ease of Use Improvements for the 3D Environment: Users are now enabled to use the Object Browser to visually identify catalog items and selected items in the scene browser using a 3D viewer docked in the IronCAD interface. Thus quickly providing a visual representation of the selected object to help identify the correct element for a given task. PU1 introduces faster methods to restructure the assembly tree using Ctrl-X/CTRL-Shift-V to place under the selected item in the Scene Browser. This is a powerful ability in IronCAD to reorder the structure dynamically, and with this new improvement, it has become even faster and easier to update the assembly structure. Direct Dimension Measure in the Stretch Tool to set the desired stretch distance without having to measure outside of the tool. Users typically want to stretch a model a certain distance from point A to B. With this new option, users can get that distance between A and B within the tool to quickly stretch the model. In addition, users can now use Ctrl-E 3-phase toggle to Show Hidden Edges, Hide All Edges, Show Visible Edges to help control visibility in the 3D and to allow for speed increases to turn off edges on selected models that slow the performance during rotation. Added is a new click selection filter (`) to select the lowest visible assembly in the path which enables quick access to an object’s parent assembly. Users can simply hold the (`) key and click to get the select object parent assembly. IronCAD Drawing Improvements : To reduce the time for users in the detailing phase, IronCAD enhanced the Auto-Item Bubble Tool to allow for more control for placement of Item Bubble and improved results to reduce overlapping leader lines. With the addition of new visibility controls for the BOM to show non-item bubbled rows in the BOM both inside the edit BOM control and with the Item Bubble creation Tool to help users understand what “is” an “is not” item bubbled. Improved dimension capabilities, including correct dimension placement and spacing using Over/Under Scripts, Diameter dimension support for both outside arrows and dimension lines, and to create a circumference diameter by clicking on quadrant points. PU1 features new options to “push” individual dimension style changes back to the global style, which then would apply to all dimensions using the style. Additionally, this release adds a new Hole Callout Style Editor in the Dimension Style to control custom callout symbols and test strings. Further improvements in PU1 for IronCAD 2022 feature many modeling and user interface enhancements designed for existing customers and new customers alike. This product update adds new tools for corrugated packaging using the sheet metal tools, such as inverted bend support and visibility controls in sketch bend for disabled bends and color differentiation for each sketch bend category. Furthermore, IronCAD adds a powerful new ability to link to a Part Body in another Part so that changes can be made in one part and updated in the second part. A few improvements of note include updates to the integrated 3D Party products, including IronCAD Mechanical and Multiphysics for IronCAD, and quick access to reset the IronCAD XML’s inside of IronCAD to improve the support communication with customers with corrupt user interface issues. For a full detailed list of new features added in IronCAD 2022 PU1, visit IronCAD’s What’s New blog at What’s New in 2022 PU1. Try IronCAD now for free by navigating to https://www.ironcad.com/free-online-trial/ to start your free online trial. About IronCAD Based in Atlanta, Ga., IronCAD is a leading provider of 3D design productivity solutions that deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction and productivity. Individual components of this solution can be used standalone, complementary within an existing design environment, or can be used together to collaborate effectively throughout the enterprise to extend productivity. IronCAD’s flagship product IRONCAD has won many industry awards for its innovative technology and leads the industry in its ease of use and design productivity. Thousands of customers worldwide use IronCAD to support their success. For more information about IronCAD, visit www.ironcad.com. View the full article

We’re very excited to announce today that the latest IronCAD 2022 release fully supports the KeyShot 11. As one of IronCAD’s Design Extension tools for productivity, this is a pivotal release from the leading real-time ray tracing and global illumination program for 3D rendering and animation tool expands Luxion’s continued advancements in product visualization in making product visualization more accessible to design professionals around the world. Along with its integration with IronCAD 22, KeyShot 11 is the core of creating eye-catching experiences, taking your visualization capabilities to the next level, introducing new ways to explore details, expanding how you present your ideas, and bringing balance to the art of creating 3D visuals. Next Level Visualization Making strides across every industry, KeyShot solves challenges in the project development pipeline by combining advanced visualization authoring with unparalleled ease of use. KeyShot 11 is at the core of creating eye-catching experiences, taking visualization capabilities to the next level, introducing new ways to explore details, expanding how ideas are presented, and bringing balance to the art of creating 3D visuals. What’s New in KeyShot 11 IronCAD 2022 users can experience all the new features that KeyShot 11 introduces including, 3D Paint to apply color and textures like never before, new CMF capabilities to manage and organize material information, Physics Simulation to create and capture physical phenomena through KeyShot Animation, Workflow Automation with new headless scripting capabilities, the new KeyShot Web Viewer to upload and share KeyShot scenes online, and much more. The following list highlights the top features and improvements in KeyShot 11, along with information on how each feature works. Key features include: 3D Paint Explore detail with the stroke of a brush KeyShot 11 3D Paint allows users to use adjustable and custom brushes to apply and layer material appearance and textures. Image: KeyShot 3D Paint allows you to further customize your product’s material and finish by painting or stamping directly on the surface of your model. Add wear marks, create unique surface weathering, or layer effects to create more realistic surface patinas to any surface within your scene. Material Management & CMF Output Colors, materials, and finish. To go, please. KeyShot 11 adds both Material Management and Color, Material, and Finish (CMF) Output. This robust feature set eliminates the manual process of aligning rendered output to its corresponding materials, allowing you to define custom schema, utilize Material Library metadata, and easily generate ready-made “tech packs” for design review. Physics Simulation Shake, rattle, and roll. Physics Simulation allows you to record the physics of an object and apply it as a keyframe animation. This tool introduces fully simulated animations along with more accuracy in scattering objects. Simulations may be applied to individual or multiple Model Sets, objects, or groups of objects and simulated as parts or an entire group. Control Gravity, Friction, and Bounciness and more. KeyShot Web Viewer Share your scenes with anyone or everyone. The KeyShot Web Viewer enables users to upload and share their KeyShot scenes with all material and environment variations. Images: Keyshot KeyShot 11 delivers easy sharing of 3D scenes with the new KeyShot Web Viewer. Upload scenes to KeyShot Cloud and share interactive scenes to others across browser, desktop, and mobile device with a single link. KeyShot Web Viewer is highly optimized to provide the most realistic visuals available and smoothest interaction possible for viewing 3D in the web browser and on mobile devices. Workflow Automation Automation for each and every variation. KeyShot 11 Workflow Automation brings Headless Rendering to automate an array of functions including the Material Graph and Render Output. Images: Keyshot Workflow Automation is an advanced new feature, that allows you to automate various KeyShot workflows via the KeyShot Scripting Console (with a user interface) or through Headless Scripting Mode (without a user interface). Applications include automating render output, speeding up the generation of product variations, and more. Additional Keyshot 11 Features Other features you will find in KeyShot 11 include: Environmental Brightness Animation – Control and adjust the brightness of environment lighting directly with KeyShot Animation. Deformable Animation support – Import .mc/.mcx cache files and FBX files with rigged animations in addition to Alembic. Skin Tones – New skin materials bring a wider array of skin tones to the KeyShot Material Library to drag-and-drop onto 3D models. GPU Cutaway Material – The popular cutaway material is now supported in GPU mode with all cutaway options. glTF/USDz Enhancements – KeyShot glTF and USDz export is optimized with support for instancing to greatly reduce file size. KeyShot 11 for IronCAD 2022 reinforces the focus of streamlining each aspect of creating product visuals to complement the whole of the product lifecycle. Each feature and improvement is a result of working directly with users to solve their most pressing product development needs in the areas of material design, information management, motion, automation, and presentation. A thorough overview of all new feature highlights is available here. Are you ready to start creating stunning 3D visuals? Click here to access KeyShot 11 today and click the button below to try a free trial of IronCAD 2022! 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IronCAD Design Collaboration Suite 2022 Improving Detail Drawings and 3D Design Productivity We’re excited to announce the latest release of IRONCAD 2022, which focuses on productivity by making your innovative 3D designs go to production faster. This new release contains many exciting improvements and capabilities that help you drive innovation. Our goal for IRONCAD 2022 was to focus on improving 2D detailing, improving the user experience, continuous quality improvements, and improvements that make the design process more productive. Below are more specific details about this release and focuses specifically on the following areas: Quick Links 2D Detailing in IronCAD Drawing Improvements General Modeling and User Interface Improvements Design Process Improvements Sheet Metal Design Improvements Intelligent Design Updates CAXA DRAFT Drawing Updates Application Updates Updates Component and Collaboration Updates 2D Detailing in IronCAD Drawing Improvements Progress Bar on Long Operations A Progress bar has been implemented to better show the progress of the current operations, like View Creation, View Update, change to Shaded Views, change to Precise Views, etc. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Press [Esc] to Exit View Creation or Other Long Process Commands With the introduction of the Progress Bar, it is now also possible to cancel many operations where you previously had to wait until it was finished. Simply press the ESC Key in these process dialogs to exit out of the process. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Auto Dimension Support for Bulk View Creation Template The Auto Dimension tool can be set on a per-view basis in templates used for the Bulk View Creation to automatically create dimensions when creating drawings. This is a useful capability to quickly apply dimension on views along with the other options already supported in the Bulk View Creation Process. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Box Select Creation of Ordinate Dimensions During the Ordinate Dimension command, you can now box select areas to place ordinate dimensions to speed up the detailing process. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Link Sheet Label to Scene/Document Properties New ability to associate properties to the sheet name in ICD is now available to automatically define sheet names based on the content in the drawing. This new capability can be found on the Sheet Setup in the IronCAD Drawing Environment. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Magnify Glass Support for Annotating Smaller Areas A new magnifying glass behavior has been added to the IronCAD Drawing Environment to improve the ability to annotate smaller areas of the drawing views that would normally require zoom in/out processes. Simply press the hotkey “G” to magnify the area around the current cursor location that will allow precise highlight and selection on the zoomed-in area. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Easy Rotation of Text in Properties A new option has been added under the right-click menu of TextBoxes. Hold down the right mouse button, to rotate and then release to get an option to set an exact angle value. As usual, the left mouse button will not give you those options and simply rotate. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Rotation Point of Text in Properties Default at Center The rotation point for TextBoxes has been changed to default to the center of the box, making it easier to perform a rotation. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Easy “Snap To” When Dimensioning When dimensioning, especially on a small area or zoomed-out areas, it is sometimes difficult to select the desired entity point. In the dimension command, you can select the “Spacebar” to provide snap settings to End Points, Centerpoint’s, Quadrants, Mid-Points, and Edges. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Mark Views for DWG/DWF Export Only In many cases, you may want the ability to have more control with DWG/DXF exporting. For example, when working on large drawings for laser cutting, you may want to exclude certain views from the export process. Now you can set desired views that will only export when using the Export to DWG/DXF command. This option can be found on the View Properties page. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Improvements on Move Performance of Many Sheet Curves When selecting and moving many sheet curves in the IronCAD Drawing Environment, the performance has been improved on the grouped and ungrouped curves during the drag and move behaviors. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Move Dimension After Creation While Within the Dimension Command While in the Dimension command and after you have placed your dimension, Left-click on the highlighted red Dimension Arrow (line end) or the Dimension Text to “enter edit mode”. Click and drag the dimension to the new location, click again to place. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Multi-select Dimensions for Quick Editing in the Property Browser It is now possible to have more than one single Smart Dimension selected at once and edit the properties of those dimensions simultaneously through the Property Browser. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Tolerance and Fit, Dynamic Value Update The tolerance values applied in the Tolerance and Fit now update automatically when the hole diameter changes to reflect the proper tolerance range based on the code. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Dimension Underscript in Combination with “Above” Support The Smart Dimension Underscript text can now be placed below the dimension line, when no Overscript text has been set to give a properly displayed result. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Reference Intersection Support for Centerline Reference The Reference Intersection tool can now refer to centerlines to define the reference intersection. This is useful in pipework where you want the intersection of the centerlines to place dimensions. With this new capability, you can create the intersection and place the dimension on the reference location. When the geometry changes, the centerlines will update along with the reference intersection. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png New Support for Elevation Dimensions Based on the 3D Scene Location Provide a new option on the origin of the Ordinate Dimension to set the value with respect to the scene origin location. For certain designs, the original location of the model may not be 0 but maybe a value like 240’ (as the point selected for the origin is 240’ from the scene origin along the global Z-direction). Using the Ordinate Dimension, you can right-click on the origin and select “Use as Elevation” to pull the distance value from the scene origin in the current view direction. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Welding Symbol – Blended Angle Contour Support The contour symbol Blended Angled has been added to the list of contour options in the Weld Symbol. The symbol is being used for a smooth transition in socket edge, when the “end of the toe” of the weld shape needs to have a “smooth transition” to the adjacent face. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Circular Hole Pattern Annotation Options to Hide the Radial Lines A new option has been added to control the length of the inner radial lines. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Shaded Rendered View Auto Switch View Mode for Precise Views Views using the Precise Mode view type cannot be shown with colors and textures (also called Shaded Rendering). The Shaded Rendering option is now active also for Precise Mode views but using the shading will also change the view to using the Quick Mode view type instead. The setting is not active by default and can be found under Options, Technical Drawing. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Support for a Single Arrow with a Reference Letter for Auxiliary View (and Projected View) A new option has been added to support the use of a single arrow as a reference for Auxiliary and Projected views. Placement options under the Label Location are added to help orient the Label with respect to the arrow location. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Save Drawing Without Saving Modified Scene A new option has been added under Options, Technical Drawing to control whether the Drawing and the Scene should be saved at the same time when saving the Drawing (in the case where the scene is in a modified state). In case only metadata in the Drawing Header for example has been changed, the Drawing can be saved without affecting the last saved date or other unwanted changes of the Scene. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Detail View Refers to Face Geometry Location In previous versions, the detail would associate a point that would be selected in the definition of the detail circle. Thus if the geometry updated and the point moved, the detail view would move as well. If the Centerpoint was defined on a face, there would be no association and the detail view could become disoriented on update. Now in 2022, the location on the face will be remembered and the detail view will move when that location moves on an update to provide a more consistent result. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png BOM, Tables, Revision, Hole Table, and DV Table More Consistent Updates have been made to the display and consistency of the tables used in the IronCAD Drawing Environment. The interface will now have similar commands across all tables to make it more convenient for users to use. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png BOM with Automatic Row Height Adjustment A new property has been added to the BOM that every time the BOM is updated, it will adjust the row height based on contents in the cells. Users can turn off this property via the BOM property page. Note that there are two default options for the Auto Row Height setting: to apply Auto Height only at creation, and to apply Auto Height for all updates. If the user chooses to only apply Auto Height at creation, then the property to apply auto height for every update will of course be unchecked on the BOM property page. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Set Selection as Default Template for the BOM A new option to set the selected BOM template as the default, saving a few clicks every time the BOM is being created. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Rectangular Split Item Bubble Support A new Item Bubble type has been added for split rectangular when using Upper and Lower BOM values. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Structured BOM Table Support with Expand/Collapse Row Capabilities Users want the ability to expand and collapse the rows in a BOM in order to hide the children of an assembly. A new BOM type has been added called “Structured” to support a new item style and the ability to manually control the expansion or collapsed state of the BOM. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png General Modeling and User Interface Improvements 3D Rotation Improvement About Center Improvements have been made to the 3D Rotation using the Middle Mouse button in the 3D Scene to rotate about the scene center when the cursor is located in space. Previously, the rotation will rotate about the object the cursor is located on. If it was in space, it would use the last set rotation “about” location which could cause the scene to rotate about an arbitrary location at times. Now it will calculate the object and the scene center to rotate about to give a much more predictable rotation result. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png SizeBox Handle Drag Limit Options New controls have been added to the SizeBox properties to set limits on the drag size. This is a useful feature to control the behavior of shapes that may have limits on the design size. Simply set the upper and lower limits and the drag will stop when that limit is reached. Editing the SizeBox value edits (or parameter edits) will not be limited in this release. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png SizeBox Snap Setting Remembered Per Shape Now you can control the desired snap increments per shape at the SizeBox level. This is great to have different behaviors for a different object that may have controlled sizes as it is dragged. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Mass Calculation for Multiple Select Objects Users can now multi-select parts/assemblies in the scene or scene browser and access the mass calculation of the selection in the property browser. This is useful to get a quick mass calculation of the selected objects. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Maintain Active Handle Control on Profile Handles When working with Profile Handles, the handle display toggles to the curve your cursor is currently over. However, in cases where the curves are near each other, the handle could toggle off when you are trying to reach and edit it. Now you can simply hold the Ctrl key down when the desired handle is displayed and it will remain active until the Ctrl is released. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Lock Edited Handle on Profile Handles When editing Profile Handles (for example: Setting the Snap Point or Handle Orientation), you often would find that it would reset as soon as another curve is touched by your cursor. To prevent this, once Handle Snap Location or Orientation is set, the current handle will remain active until clicking off the shape or hitting the ESC key to release the lock. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Search Browser Support for Shift/Ctrl Multi-Select in Results Using the Search Browser is now even better as you can multi-select in the results tree. Using the Ctrl to individually multi-select and the Shift to Select All between the Top/Bottom selections, you can now make better use of the search tree to locate and work on the results. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png User Interface Update to Remember Dialog Location and Default Location The user interface has been improved in this release to remember the last placed location of dialogs. By Default, most dialogs like property dialogs, Command dialogs, and wizards will initiate in the scene upper left corner. You can drag any dialog to a new location and it will remember that location for future reference to help reduce mouse movement and to provide the optimal working environment for each user’s needs. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Performance on Editing Features – Optional Display Transparency While editing modification features, other parts are shown transparently to better illustrate that they are not affected by the changes of the feature. Due to its possible bad effect on the graphical performance, transparency should be avoided in larger assemblies. The new setting will not show other parts transparently while editing the feature settings. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png UnGroup Command on Grouped Catalog Containers A new option has been added to the right-click menu of the Group icons in Catalogs to ungroup the content and place it at the top level, parallel to the existing content of the selected group. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Save Reminder Support for Time Displayed, Force to Close, and Save Option A new option to display a Close (the reminder) and a Save (the active scene) button within the Save Reminder window has been added. In case of the Close & Save setting is not active, a timer can be set for the time the window should be shown before automatically closing. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Design Process Improvements 3D Curve Creation Update for X,Y,Z Orientation Control When creating a 3D Curve in space, it is useful to have orientation control to define the plane to create curves. Now you can perform this in the IronCAD 3D curve and toggle the plane definition with a tab key. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png 3D Curve Additional Curve Type Support With the new curve creation capabilities, the 3D Curve creation and editing types have been updated to support similar capabilities found in the 2D Sketch. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Copy/Link Object with Constraints to New Reference A new command has been added to the right-click menu of shapes with constraints to allow Copy/Link with Constraints. This will copy the geometry and the constraint and assign it to the new reference geometry. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Pin-Slot Contraint to Middle of Slot Users want to have an option to lock a pin to the middle of the slot for pin-slot constraints. A new option (Lock to MidPoint) is added to the locked pin-slot constraint in the Position Constraints command. The option will be shown only for locked pin-slot constraints. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png New Direct Parameter Creation from SizeBox Handles New right-click option on SizeBox handles to quickly create parameters (driven or driving) that reduce the many steps currently needed today. You can create a driving parameter with an assigned name and value or a driving parameter with a name that pulls the current handle’s value. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Find Missing Excel Path for Parameter Table New options to allow users to browse and replace missing excel paths for parameter tables. When a part or assembly with a parameter table that has a missing excel path is opened, a “File Not Found” dialog will pop up and allow the user to browse and replace missing excel files, or user can choose to skip. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Mirrored Linked Part/Assembly Unique Part Number Capability When creating linked mirrored parts/assemblies, users will want to have unique part numbers to properly identify the mirrored parts. In the Properties dialog for BOM settings, a new option is enabled on mirrored parts/assemblies to allow you to set a unique part number and description for the shape. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Reorder Design Variation Rows Hold down the left mouse button on the row and drag to the new location. A red horizontal line shows the location of the new position when dropped. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Sheet Metal Design Improvements Support for Edit Feature/Edit Sketch Hotkey in Sketch Bend The standard hotkey assignments for Edit Feature (E) and Edit Sketch (Alt-E) now work for Sketch Bend features as well. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Support for Multi-Select Bend Handles (Symmetrical Modification) Bend Shapes has added support to Ctrl select both handles to perform a symmetrical size operation. This will continue to work with the multiple bends and Bend handle selection to perform the change on multiple bends at one time. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Punch Bend Support to Show Profile Dimensions on Selection Shape handles on the sketch make it easy to edit the size of the Punch bend shape now in 2022. In addition, the sketch constraint dimension will be shown as well to enable direct editing. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Sketch Bend Preview Support When the option Fixed Geometry has been set and bend lines added, a preview of the Sketched Bend will be shown. The preview is dynamic and will update when settings are changed. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Sketch Bend Tools For Debugging – Disable Bend A new option has been added to disable and enable individual bend shapes within the Sketched Bend settings. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Sketch Bend Handles in Folded State for Easier Editing Handles are now shown in the folded state on the selected Sketch Bend to allow easier modification of sketch bend shapes. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Move Multiple Sketch Bends at Once Hold down the [Ctrl] key and select more than one Sketched Bend Shape handle. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Sketch Bend Profile Handle Identification to Folded Bend Result When placing the cursor over a Bend Shape handle on the sketch, the Bend Shape geometry will highlight in red to identify the resulting bend from the sketch line. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png UI Improvement for Bend Radius and Bend Angle Handles Color assignments have been added for Bend Radius and Bend Angles to help identify them, especially in small bend cases. Also in the Tools/Options/Sheetmetal, you can disable the Bend Handles or just the First Bend Handle to display the desired editing handles. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Intelligent Design Attachment Point Dimension Constraint Support When creating a positioning constraint, if the first entity is an attachment point, then a class of constraints that drives the position or direction of an attachment point will be created. Once the constraint is created, the position or direction of the attachment point will be driven by the second entity selected in the constraint. Support for various types of constraints such as coincide/concentric/parallel/perpendicular/tangent/distance/angle/follower/cam depending on the selection of origin or x, y, z-axis of the attachment point. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png CAXA DRAFT Drawing Improvements Bulk View Creation CAXA DRAFT Setting Remembered In Bulk View Creation (BVC), the dialog in the 3D Scene will remember the Use CAXA Draft setting so that it can default when using the BVC tool. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Setting Templates for Bulk View Creation Support for DRAFT Templates In the Property Browser, you can add default templates to Parts/Assemblies for both ICD and CAXA Draft Templates. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Front View Definition Support in CAXA DRAFT View Creation Front View Definition has been added to the View Creation Dialog to create views using this setting on the 3D Parts/Assemblies and to define templates for the BVC. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Performance Improvements in DRAFT Performance Improvement on Large Data Sets (many parts/assemblies) on selection and Interaction has been improved to provide a smooth interactive experience. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Hatch Global Settings Ability to Set the Global Hatch Attributes Option Setting in Tools/Options for the application settings. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Global Item Bubble Setting Defaults Ability to Set the Global Item Bubble Setting in Tools/Options Default Settings for creating Item Bubbles with the desired default type. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png View Creation Dialog Improvements Improvements in the Assembly Settings on the Standard View Creation to set Hide/Display and Cut/Not Cut Settings. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png General Quality Improvements Addressed Support ID 112437 – Center Marks are Scaling with Views should be resolved. Support ID 106052 – Hide Lines Return After Changing Hidden Lines should be resolved. Support ID 106064 – Purge doesn’t remove Table Styles should be resolved. Support ID 106020 – Table Vertical Margins Don’t Behave as Expected – More of a Note: Entering 5 is the word height of 5 lines of text, that is, the table will calculate the height of each line according to the word height and page margins in the table style. This should be consistent with ACAD’s behavior. Derivate Not Picking Existing Coordinate Origin should be resolved. Support ID 106049 – Modify Dimension Deletes Suffix should be resolved. CAXA – Deleted Center Marks Return should be resolved.Support ID 101933 – Layout Viewport scale problem with Ordinate dimensions should be resolved (or has been resolved). Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Application Updates Touch Screen for Windows Improvements The purpose of this functionality is to implement a way for the user to utilize a touch screen to interact and work with the basic mechanics of IronCAD. This functionality will only recognize the first two fingers that touch the screen in order to ensure proper gesture recognition. Because of the way Windows releases their API versions, this will not work on Windows 7 and instead will only work on Windows 8 or newer. Below is the added Gesture support Performing a pinch gesture in a scene will perform a zoom in/zoom out. Performing a two-finger drag will pan the scene Touching and holding with two fingers for a second will bring up a right-click menu upon release Tapping with one finger will do a normal scene selection Dragging with one finger will perform an orbit Holding CTRL while dragging will cause the program to not rotate and instead perform a click and drag operation, this is used mainly for handles and to prevent mistouches causing rotations. This is also used for adding sketches to the scene Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png IronCAD Embedded Screen Recorder Located in the Help Ribbon Bar, a new Record command is available to record the IronCAD application window and actions. Using the latest streaming capabilities, the generated AVI file will be compressed and support both video and audio. This capability is great when reporting questions to IronCAD Support team members or when wanting to record quick videos to share with clients and team members. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Component and Collaboration Updates Support for the Latest Translator Versions IronCAD’s Native Translator has been updated to now support Rhino 7.0. Additional format support is listed below for formats such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Pro/E, Unigraphics, and Catia. CATIA V5: V5R8 – V5–6R2021 Pro/E (CREO): 16 – Creo 7.0 UG NX: 11 – NX 1953 Inventor: V11 – V2022 SolidWorks: 98 – 2021 SolidEdge: V18 – SE 2021 JT Import: 8 – 10.2, 10.3, and 10.5 IFC: IFC2x3, IFC4 Rhino: V2-7 Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png PMI Reference Data Import New support to convert files with PMI to the IronCAD PMI data has now been added. When importing CATIA models, PMI data will be imported automatically without any setting modification. When importing other formats such as UG, ProE, SolidWorks, you will need to select the “Import PMI” in the import dialog. In IronCAD 2022, we support 5 types of PMI: dimension, surface roughness, text annotation, datum feature, and GD&T symbols. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Multiphysics for IronCAD Multiphysics for IronCAD has been updated to the latest version that includes new piezo-electrical material and updated the XMD version among many other improvements. Details will be shared in a blog post for Multiphysics for IronCAD 2022. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png IronCAD Mechanical Updates to the latest version of IronCAD Mechanical including improvements to the View Manager, Part Numbering, Steels, ProActive BOM Manager, and many more. Details will be shared in a blog post for IronCAD Mechanical 2022. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Sketch-Up Importer Support for Sketch-Up import up to version 2021 using the current Sketch Up import option on the Add-in Ribbon bar. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png View the full article

We’re excited to officially announce the release of IronCAD Mechanical 2022, the powerful mechanical tools add-on for the IronCAD Design Collaboration Suite. As a leader in CAD productivity, IronCAD continues to support mechanical designers and increase their productivity at all levels with the release of the IronCAD Mechanical 2022 design extension. IronCAD Mechanical 2022 adds brand new features and improvements to existing tools, including the Face to DXF and IPROActiveManager tools. Below are more specific details about the many new customer-driven productivity enhancements in IronCAD Mechanical 2022 that further extend IronCAD’s capabilities. Quick Links Add Post It Note View Manager Numbering PartNumbers Steels – CustomSteel – Pipe – Flange Code Generator Face to DXF – Export Unfolded Part Create Params By EXCEL IPROActiveManager Add Post-It Note A newly added option to remove Post-It Notes. View Manager Newly added UI items for a precise camera control: target rotation setting (even with TriBall), setting the correct orientation upwards, fine rotation control (with angular step) and precise pan movement. Added the button to save all images at once. Numbering PartNumbers A newly added option to apply the same PartNumber to all elements in the active selection. Steels – CustomSteel – Pipe – Flange Added option to generate PartNumbers using the IPRONumbering tool. Steels 1. Consolidated and improved cutting tools. 2. Improved positioning of Caps and Stiffener for steels. Depending on the type of cap placed, a prefix character modifies the PartNumber. Caps on steels are distinguished by cap at the base (prefix F), on top (prefix T) and end (prefix E), The Prefix Username and PartNumber options are also automatically checked and filled with the correct character. Code Generator Added a new option to detect the number of parts linked to each other. Face to DXF – Export Unfolded Part Lines and Bend Labels are grouped into two separate layers according to the direction of bend. There is also an option for setting the text height of bend labels. Create Params By EXCEL This tool is used to create/set the parameters from an Excel file. The selection on the Excel file is interactive, and the parameter will be created if they don’t exist. The value of the parameter will be driven by the Excel value. An icon close to the part will show this condition. Furthermore, using the right click of the mouse will be possible to open the excel file, see the associated parameters, and update the parameters to the current value of the Excel file. IPROActiveManager The IPROActiveManager tool has been powered adding several new features that improve the productivity and made simple operations that otherwise require a lot of time and management. UI Improvement Improved the selection of Assembly treated as part, now there are two icons, one excludes the other. Sort Ordering Performance improvement in the calculation of reordering in the BOM. Search Text Added the possibility in the dialog of Search/Replace Text to convert the texts in UPPERCASE – lowercase – Title case. Export to Excel Added an option to export the IPROAttachment files (pdf, dxf, doc, web link, etc …) and insert the link to the attachment in the Excel file. Rename Part Added option < ParentName+PartName > to rename the parts so that they include the father assembly mane. BOM Configuration Added the “Where Used” option in the BOM Configuration. The field whit this option is filled with the father’s element PartNumber. View the full article

Delivering Breakthrough User-Driven Enhancements that Accelerate the Product Design Process (ATLANTA, GA.) November 15th, 2021 — IronCAD, the 3D CAD productivity platform of choice among metal fabricators and custom machinery manufacturers, has unveiled IRONCAD 2022, the latest version of their Design Collaboration Suite. IRONCAD 2022 features many exciting improvements and enhancements that help users drive productivity from 3D to the final 2D Production Drawing Process. Every year, IronCAD users submit feedback with enhancement requests that matter the most for IronCAD users. This year’s release, the main focus was on productivity by making your innovative 3D designs go to production faster. With this in mind, the IRONCAD 2022 release delivers several enhancements, including improvements to further Automate 2D Drawing Layouts and Annotations that automatically create dimensions on specified views, speeding up the overall process to take a 3D design the production 2D drawing. Additionally, users can create multiple sheet drawings from 3D in seconds with predefined view layouts, overall sizing dimensions, automatic dimension on selected views, and automatic sheet labeling, minimizing the effort needed to create drawings. Out of the many improvements in IRONCAD 2022, additional key features that help accelerate getting designs to production include: Faster Dimension Creation Process in Ordinate Dimensioning – Placing ordinate dimensions has become so much faster with a simple box select to select the regions to automatically place ordinate annotations reducing the manual picking of geometry points. Quicker Annotation and Snapping for Dimensioning – New quick object snapping in dimensions enables users to quickly snap to the desired geometry with minimal camera zoom interactions required to zoom in/out to reach points. In addition, the new magnifier in the drawing enables a precise zoom of the area of annotation to improve the selection when annotating. Multiple Select Editing of Dimensions – With the new ability to multiple select dimensions and edit properties using the property browser, users can quickly edit many dimensions at once to streamline the annotation process. Improved Bill of Material and Item Bubble Creation – New Bill of Material (BOM) tables such as the Structured BOM give users more power in defining the proper structure for the designed BOM with expand/collapse controls. Item Bubbles support new display types like split rectangular shapes to provide improved engineering drawing user interface finishes. Improved Interactions and Controls in the 3D Environment – Many improvements in the 3D to speed up the overall design process have been introduced, such as improved camera interactions on rotation, drag & drop handle controls for setting size limits, snapping increments for precise control on individual shapes, and new dimensional support for our intelligent attachment point used in Smart Assembly design. Extending 3D Design Capabilities – New capabilities have been added into the 3D Design Environment to improve the design process and capabilities such as the ability to copy/link parts and assemblies and their constraints to new locations. New direct creation of parameters on handles has been added to reduce setup time to create parametric relations from IntelliShapes. Improved support for linked mirrored parts and assemblies to allow for custom set BOM properties for the original and the mirrored objects. In addition, many improvements in the Sheet Metal design process primarily for Sketch Bend has been added to aid in the creation and editing process. Upgraded Application Updates Include Touch Screen Support – New updates in our native translator support for new versions of native MCAD applications have been added as well as support for the latest Windows 11 environment, Sketch-Up, Multi-Physics (MPIC) and IronCAD Mechanical add-ins. In addition, IronCAD has provided a new Screen Recorder for the IronCAD application to enable videos for communication to customers/clients as well as a support aid when communicating with the IronCAD network. Touch interactions have been added to support communication with IronCAD products on touch screen devices. “The IronCAD Design Collaboration Suite 2022 drastically reduces the overall time to create 3D designs and move them into the 2D Detailed Production Drawing saving engineers/designers time and allowing for companies to increase productivity” stated Cary O’Connor, V.P. of Marketing at IronCAD. “Automating and simplifying tasks will continue to be a focus in 3D design and communication to streamline the process from customer requirements, customer acceptance, and into production in order to win customers business” he continued. For a more extensive list of IRONCAD 2022 improvements and enhancements, click here. Try the newest, updated version of IronCAD now for free by navigating to https://www.ironcad.com/free-online-trial/ to start your free online trial. About IronCAD Based in Atlanta, Ga., IronCAD is a leading provider of 3D design productivity solutions that deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction and productivity. Individual components of this solution can be used standalone, complementary within an existing design environment, or can be used together to collaborate effectively throughout the enterprise to extend productivity. IronCAD’s flagship product IRONCAD has won many industry awards for its innovative technology and leads the industry in its ease of use and design productivity. Thousands of customers worldwide use IronCAD to support their success. For more information about IronCAD, visit www.ironcad.com. View the full article

Cloud computing is a rapidly growing solution for issues related to data storage and collaboration. Cloud collaboration is a method of collaboration where multiple individuals may access, review and edit a document over the cloud from any location typically on any device. IronCAD has recently launched the Synergy Platform. This advancement in the way we store and share data has led to a number of benefits that allow IronCAD users to connect and work collectively as a team – and efficiently and productively. Here are five benefits of cloud collaboration on the Synergy Platform. Benefits of SYNERGY Cloud Collaboration Platform: Improved team collaboration When documents are stored in a shared place online, it becomes easier to find and access them. Employees no longer have to constantly email their team members just for an updated version of a file. Moreover, when team members have access to the correct file versions, it makes discussions smoother, ensures everyone is on the same page (quite literally), and remarkably improves team collaboration. Sharing all the project details and files with the entire team also improves employee engagement since all team members have an equal opportunity to offer their input. Being in the cloud also means access is globally available at any time from anywhere giving users better ways to work and communicate especially as a result of the global pandemic change in how business and office work environments have changed. Teams can easily use the Synergy Platform and collaborate seamlessly in the cloud or directly from within IRONCAD through its IRONCAD Client integration. Faster access to large files Most email servers cannot handle documents that are bigger than 20-25 MB. To send large files to team members, you would either share them offline through USBs and external hard disks or upload the files on a cloud storage provider. Sharing files offline isn’t just time-consuming, but it is also an impossible option for teams working remotely. Cloud storage and collaboration on the Synergy platform allow teams to share large files with no delay or distribution dilemmas quickly. Once you upload a file online, you can share the same shared link with all team members at once. Asynchronous Collaboration & Communication The importance of asynchronous collaboration for companies can’t be understated. Over the past year, we’ve witnessed a change in the way organizations work, communicate, and collaborate and many companies were forced to operate remotely for the first time. While such a shift was inevitable, companies need to evolve the way they communicate and collaborate. Collaborating asynchronously doesn’t mean never having to meet together, but rather it simply means that we don’t all have to work in the same place at the same time in order to work together. With the Synergy platform, teams can work on projects at any time without being in the same room or even the same country. By adopting and embracing an asynchronous method of collaboration, companies see increased productivity and newfound synergy between how seamless it is to collaborate and communicate with their internal teams and with external clients using the Synergy Platform. Furthermore, each collaborator can access, use, or modify the data at their own time and the latest update and upload data are available for everyone. Any confusion over which version is the latest is eliminated with cloud collaboration. With reduced reliance on synchronous communication and messaging to get work done, asynchronous collaboration enables an ideal employee experience regardless of location and time zone. Setting custom permission levels You don’t always want to share company data in the same way. A collaboration tool should allow you to set custom permission levels and you should be able to decide who can view and edit the documents. For instance, you might want to share essential items with specific users, with the Synergy Platform you can manage who can access and release files eliminating unwanted changes by other groups of users. Viewable data should be allowed to share easily over the cloud with all collaborators whereas design data may need more security to protect intellectual property. Centralized file storage One of the main features that your cloud collaboration tool should have is the ability to build an online repository where you can save all the work-related data. It can serve as the enterprise storage solution for your organization, allowing employees to find and access essential data in a secure manner. In addition, cloud-based collaboration systems reduce the IT management from individual companies since this is managed by the hosting company. To effectively incorporate cloud collaboration in your organization, you need the right tool with all the required collaboration features and one that integrates easily with your existing applications and IT infrastructure. IronCAD Synergy is that platform that creates synergy within your organization. View the full article

A Powerful New Collaboration Platform, Improving Design and Data Management for Users (Atlanta, GA) July 13th, 2021 –IronCAD today introduces SYNERGY Platform, a powerful new cloud-based collaboration platform from the leader in design productivity of 3D CAD solutions. The IronCAD SYNERGY Platform creates a newfound synergy between design and sales teams to store, configure, share, manage, and view design data with team members and external clients, all in one place. The SYNERGY Platform enables organizations to stay competitive and seek new levels of collaboration and agility. When it comes to collaboration and data management, the IronCAD SYNERGY Platform was made to improve the way teams work, design, and collaborate. It supports remote working and collaboration environments efficiently. With the SYNERGY Platform, users have access to SYNERGY Vault, a secure cloud-based data vault. Users are able to manage, version, release, and view IronCAD files, as well as manage other file types all within a secure cloud-based vault. Each company account of the Synergy Platform will have up to 10GB of free data storage space per company. Additionally, sales teams, customers, and suppliers may configure products and communicate design concepts and changes on the cloud with the SYNERGY Configurator. Users can share configurations with the design team to make edits and to seamlessly convert data to production designs with IronCAD products to speed up the design-to-order process. “Introducing Synergy Platform affirms IronCAD’s commitment to our customers in improving their sales, design process, and collaboration experience in remote working environments,” stated Dr. Tao-Yan Han, President of IronCAD. “Synergy Platform was designed to give customers an easy-to-use platform that can expand as the needs of our customers grow.” he continued. IronCAD’s new powerful cloud-based collaboration platform enables organizations to streamline workflows and extend their sales-design-manufacturing ecosystem from the desktop to the cloud with seamless connection to the SYNERGY platform. About IronCAD Based in Atlanta, Ga., IronCAD is a leading provider of 3D design productivity solutions that deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction and productivity. Individual components of this solution can be used standalone, complementary within an existing design environment, or can be used together to collaborate effectively throughout the enterprise to extend productivity. IronCAD’s flagship product IRONCAD has won many industry awards for its innovative technology and leads the industry in its ease of use and design productivity. Thousands of customers worldwide use IronCAD to support their success. For more information about IronCAD, visit https://www.ironcad.com/. ‍ View the full article

IronCAD, the leading provider of design productivity solutions, today announced the immediate availability of the latest version of its fully integrated Multiphysics for IronCAD (MPIC). Since the unveiling of Multiphysics for IronCAD, the usability and robustness of MPIC have been appreciated by many users. Each year, additional improvements and refinement have been added to further increase the ease of use and functionality. Most of these new features are based on user feedback and request to speed up the design cycle, simplify analysis setup, and reduce analysis times. In MPIC 2021, IronCAD has included several key technologies designed specifically for CAD design analysis. The focus is on general CAD designers and users who want to adopt design analysis earlier in the digital prototyping cycle, and aim to provide accurate, realistic, and quick analysis. As such, most of these improvements are in the assembly analysis functionalities. In the past few years, IronCAD has developed the new tolerance assembly meshing technology for uniting assembly parts as an integrated connected body with optional material assignment for analysis. This new technology uses parts’ discrete boundary surface facets to smartly unite parts together for design analysis, rather than rely on CAD kernel’s Boolean operation that requires precision matching, or for models with intentional gaps between parts for welding, thermal expansion or shrinkage control. In the 2021 update, IronCAD has further implemented the element mesh silhouette display method to identify the solid model’s face, edge, and vertex recognition from the discrete union processes. As compared with the traditional finite element mesh display, only the recognized face edges are shown to clearly visualize the discrete model rather than showing a large amount of finite elements’ edges that complicate the scene. Using the silhouette mode, if the assembly is meshed and discretely jointed properly, there will be additional edges/vertices between the union parts, and the silhouette mode will clearly show these newly generated and identified geometry details for easier review. This will allow the user to examine the discrete union’s correctness and also speed up the discrete model rendering and result review without the voluminous element edges. For large models with millions of elements, using silhouette mode usually makes the result review and animation much faster and easier than the traditional mesh display. Along with the new silhouette display update, the upcoming version will have new multithread meshing capabilities to fully utilize all computing cores to speed up large model/assembly analysis. An early preview version will be available to customers with a maintenance/support subscription in the Q4/2021 timeframe. About IronCAD Based in Atlanta, Ga., IronCAD is a leading provider of 3D design productivity solutions that deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction and productivity. Individual components of this solution can be used standalone, complementary within an existing design environment, or can be used together to collaborate effectively throughout the enterprise to extend productivity. IronCAD’s flagship product IRONCAD has won many industry awards for its innovative technology and leads the industry in its ease of use and design productivity. Thousands of customers worldwide use IronCAD to support their success. For more information about IronCAD 2021, visit www.ironcad.com. View the full article

IronCAD 2021Product Update #1 Extending IronCAD 2021’s Usability and Productivity We’re excited to announce the latest release of IRONCAD 2021 Product Update #1, which focuses on extending the usability and productivity of IronCAD 2021 making your innovative 3D designs get to production faster. This new release contains many exciting improvements and capabilities that help you drive innovation, reduce design time, and communicate more efficiently. Our goal for IRONCAD 2021 Product Update #1 was to continue improving on usability by reducing steps on common functions, providing more tools to enhance productivity in 3D and 2D detailing, and extending collaboration and communication tools and functions. Below are more specific details about this release and focuses specifically on the following areas: Quick Links User Interface and Usability Improvements General Modeling and Sheet Metal Design Improvements Drawing Environment Improvements Collaboration and Sharing Updates User Interface and Usability Improvements Improved Behaviors in Symmetrical Handles IronCAD IntelliShape Handles are a key aspect of designing with IronCAD. One of the powerful capabilities is the ability to push and pull the IntelliShape handles to size features symmetrically. There are multiple methods to perform symmetrical sizing and the most common are to use the toggle handle, ctrl select handles, and right-click drag handles. New behaviors for the right-click drag and ctrl-click multi-select handles make it much easier to quickly symmetrically size handles and to move on to other tasks. In previous versions, these commands would remember this state and set the handles to remember this setting so that if you click the handle again it would remember that it was a symmetrical handle. Now it will no longer remember this setting. It will simply symmetrically drag and reset the handle to its previous state. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Ability to Turn Off TriBall Via Right-Click Menu New option added in the Right-click menu of the TriBall to quickly turn off the TriBall for new users. This can also save time by adding a quick option to quickly turn off the TirBall with a simple right-click option. 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Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Import 3D CAD Files and Set Default BOM Settings to Treat As Part Save time downstream and use the new import option in the Import Settings to optionally set the Treat as Part behavior for imported Assemblies/Parts. This setting is found in the General setting of the import dialog. This new behavior can help reduce extra data being generated in Bill of Material in the drawings for imported data by setting it to treat as a single line item in the Bill of Material. 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Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Support for Larger Preview Images in Windows Explorer for IronCAD Scene/Drawing Files Under Tools/Options/General, there is a new option to allow a different size to be saved for the preview image of the IronCAD documents. Once set and new files are saved, the preview image will be larger making it easier to see your files before opening when browsing for example. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Starter Catalog Paint Group New Paint Group has been added to the Starter Catalog that contains many common paint colors and textures that can be used to add a bit of realism to your designs. Colors, Transparency, Chrome, Wood, just to name a few are available to help to get you started on your way to make your product come to life. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Starter Catalog Training Videos & Resources The training videos and resources group of the starter catalog has been updated with links to newer videos and include more videos. Check out all the new resources available on IronCAD.Academy for training to get a jump start on key IronCAD topics. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png General Modeling and Sheet Metal Design Improvements Sheet Metal Sketch Bend Support for Cut and Cross Break Lines The sketch bend tool for Sheet Metal design now supports both cut lines and cross break lines. Cut lines allow both the combination of bend and cut to create bend regions like thin tabs that can even be found on thin products or corrugated packaging products. Cross breaks are most commonly in an X shape, forming a slight pyramid shape in the metal without overly distorting it. The crossing ridges stiffen the face of the metal and help prevent it from buckling under a load. When used correctly this bending method offers a very cost-effective way of strengthening your parts. Cross breaks are often incorporated on machine enclosures and ductwork where the added rigidity reduces noise from vibration or airflow. Both options are found in the Sketch Bend tools and can be applied in a single sketch bend feature if desired. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Sheet Metal Pin Favorite Stock in Stock Dialog Pop-Up New capabilities have been added to allow you to store your most used stock tables as favorites that will appear in a condensed list in the Sheet Metal Stock Dialog on drop from the catalog. Go to the Tools/Options/Sheet Metal Stock Page. You will find a new column added that will allow you to select your favorite stocks. When you drop a stock into the scene, you will see a new option at the bottom of the dialog to filter the favorite stock items. This will filter the list to the pre-set stock items you have selected. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Sheet Metal Stock Dialog Automatic Set Default Stock Using the Stock Dialog on drop of sheet metal stock from the catalog, you can now automatically set the default stock to be the selected stock. This allows a quick way to change your default stock quickly in the session of the design versus using the tools/options process. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Sheet Metal Stock Dialog Right-Click Drop Setting Options are available to disable the sheet metal dialog pop-up on the drop of sheet metal from the catalogs. However, you can quickly access the dialog at any time by simply right-clicking and dragging sheet metal stock from the catalogs and it will automatically display the dialog when you need it. Left-click and drag will drop the default stock, right-click and drag will pop up the dialog to allow the change of stock. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Import 2D Reference Curves (from DWG/DXF) Allowed for Projections into Other Sketches DWG/DXF data used in the Import 2D Reference Curve command that supports large data sets for reference to build 3D Geometry around has been enhanced to support the ability to project 2D curves in sketches from this imported data. This enhances the capabilities to allow more creation capability in the 3D. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png Mirror Feature Support for Sheet Metal Punch Bend The mirror feature now supports the sheet metal punch bend feature. Simply create a punch bend on your sheet metal part and use the mirror feature to mirror it to the desired location. The unfold operation will properly handle this condition allowing faster design creation of complex sheet metal parts. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Defining Front Views on Parts/Assemblies Quick Definition The Front View Definition tool has been enhanced to reduce the number of steps needed to define the face and edge needed for the front face definition. Now the tool will use the edge nearest to the cursor location when you right-click to access the command (or envoke the command with a hotkey) as the reference edge and face and all you need to do is to confirm the selection. The reduces the extra clicks to select the face and control dialog boxes to determine the selections. > Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Defining Front Views for Non-Planar Objects When you have objects that may not have a straight edge or planar face, new options have been added to allow selections for coordinate anchors (local coordinates) or global coordinates to define the front view faces and edge directions to align your objects for the view creation in tools like the Bulk View Creation process (or Automated Drawing View Creation). Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Import Multiple Point Clouds into a Single IronCAD Scene Support Using the Import command, you can now import multiple point cloud sets into the same IronCAD document. Previously, this would limit to only 1 point cloud set in a single IronCAD scene. This is useful for users working with multiple scanned data sets that need to import and combine data sets into a single file. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Ability to Reduce the Imported Point Cloud Set by % of Points to Import A new option on the Import Settings Dialog under Point Cloud to set the % to reduce is available. Useful to reduce large scanned point clouds when data points are not needed to define the geometry to reference. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Ability to Select Point Cloud Sets to Move/Reposition New commands are added to allow you to reposition a selected point cloud data set using IronCAD TriBall positioning tool. Select the desired data set and use the TriBall to define the origin and reposition to any location in the scene including referencing an existing point cloud data set point(s). Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Ability to Merge Multiple Point Cloud Sets into One Set After importing multiple point cloud data sets and repositioning them into the desired location, you can now merge these data sets into a single data set to reduce clutter in the scene browser. Simply start the command and select to merge all point clouds or selected sets. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Ability to Box Select Point Cloud Points to Hide/Delete Points After importing point cloud data sets, it may be necessary to hide/delete unwanted points. New tools are added to hide/delete points within or outside of a defined box region. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Drawing Environment Improvements Double-Click to Quickly Edit Properties for More Annotations This has been added to support double-click edit to the property page for the following elements: Item Bubbles, Revision Tags, Hole Table Items, Feature Control Frame, Datum Feature, Datum Target, Surface Texture Symbol, and the Welding Symbol Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Spacebar to Reactivate Last Used Command in ICD for faster annotating A new hotkey has been added to enable a last-used activation in the IronCAD Drawing. For Example, This can be used to quickly activate the Smart Dimension tool again after a previous usage of the tool. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Arrow Keys to Scale the Placed Views Now you can use the arrow keys on the keyboard to scale the placed views like you could when you were placing views in the standard view placement. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Hatch Scale Option The “scale” factor is applied to the entire hatch pattern in a similar way as a hatch pattern angle is applied. The property is available in the Edit Hatched Region dialog that is available from a hatched region’s right mouse popup menu. The option is not available in the Hatch Style dialog that is used to modify the Hatched Region style for within the Styles, Layers, and Defaults dialog. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Top-Level View-Based BOM Setting for Expand to Children The Bill of Materials in the IronCAD Drawing (ICD) has been enhanced for the Top-Level selection for View-Based BOM’s to have options to expand automatically to include the children objects. This is useful to create a BOM of parts and sub-assemblies below a view of an assembly. This option can be controlled on the right-click properties on the BOM. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Improved Scaling and Tight Bounding Box for Views for Bulk View Templates New settings on the view have been added to set a tight bounding box to create an improved scaling behavior for the Bulk View Creation process. When building templates, setting this option will help create views that remain scaled tight to the views sizes defined in the templates. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Allow Custom Scaling In Bulk View Creation When using the Bulk View Creation tool, new options in the Tools/Options/Technical Drawing allow you to define a Custom Scale to be used. This will allow the view to be scaled even more precisely to the defined template view size. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Option to not have view name on DXF/DWG export A new option added to the Export for DWG/DXF to turn on/off the option to use the View Name. This is useful when you want to export a single view and do not want to include the view name on the exported file name. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Section View with Depth New options like the Broken-out section to section to a specified depth have been added to the section view. This is a useful option to section a view and to hide geometry that is not needed to be show behind a certain depth of the section. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Import 2D Reference Curves Shown in Drawing Views (ICD/CAXA Draft) Imported 2D Reference Curves can now be projected to the 2D technical drawing for reference in the drawing. This allows visibility and dimension reference callouts to be made when using imported data to construct layouts around the imported data. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.png Additional View Scale Sizes Added to ANSI Drawings Additional view scale sizes have been added to the ANSI view scales to offer more sizes when projecting views and to offer more scaling options for the Bulk View Creation process. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.png Collaboration and Sharing Updates Support for the Rhino 6.0 in Native Translator IronCAD’s Native Translator has been updated to now support Rhino 6.0. Additional format support is listed below for formats such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Pro/E, Unigraphics, and Catia. CATIA V5: V5R8 – V5–6R2020 Pro/E (CREO): 16 – Creo 7.0 UG NX: 11 – NX 1899 Inventor: V11 – V2021 SolidWorks: 98 – 2020 SolidEdge: V18 – SE 2020 JT Import: 8 – 10.2, 10.3, and 10.5 IFC: IFC2x3, IFC4 Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_draft-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_compose-64x64.png Support for KeyShot 10.1 IronCAD DCS 2021 fully supports the latest release from KeyShot, version 10.1. Along with this support, IronCAD’s transfer and update commands have been refactored to take advantage of the newest API’s to be faster and more stable. Available in: http://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_ironcad-64x64.pnghttp://www.ironcad.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/product_icon_inovate-64x64.png View the full article

The latest product update for IronCAD makes major improvements to productivity and usability in the design process in both 3D and 2D. (Atlanta, GA) April 12th, 2021 – IronCAD, the premier 3D CAD program of choice for machine designers, officially announces the release of the first update for IronCAD’s newest 2021 edition. The IRONCAD 2021 Product Update #1 (PU1) features exciting enhancements and capabilities that enable IronCAD users to accelerate productivity in the design process in both 3D and 2D. Created with a focus on design productivity and usability, IronCAD 2021 PU1 makes major improvements to many key functional items. With the many new capabilities introduced in PU1, CAD software users will benefit in areas including Sheet Metal, Point Cloud Modelling, IronCAD Detail Drawing, and General 3D Modeling with IronCAD’s drag & drop push-pull capabilities and patented TriBall positioning and creation tool. Among the many new enhancements, key functional items addressed for IronCAD 2021 Product Update #1 are: Sheet Metal Enhancements: Many Enhancements to support more capabilities in sheet metal design and even design in Corrugate Packaging by supporting single line Cut and Cross-Break Design with the Sketch Bend tool. Users can create complex combinations of bends, line cuts and cross-breaks in a single tool simplifying the process and steps required to create their products. Point Cloud Enhancements: Many improvements in the Point Cloud capabilities have been added to allow users to work more effectively with scanned data. Import multiple scanned data sets into a single working environment. Position imported data sets to the correct locations. Reduce data sets on import to control the amount of data required. Use new tools to deleted points and to hide/show point clouds to enhance the workflow when working and creating geometry from the point cloud data. IronCAD Drawing Enhancements: Many usability improvements have been added in the detailed drawing environment including the Double-Click to Quickly Edit Properties for More Annotations which speeds up the annotation process. Another key improvement is the Bill of Material improvement for Top-Level Assemblies to Expand on View-Based Selections allowing for more control to create specific tables and callouts for products. Further improvements within Product Update #1 also address enhancements to general items including, Pin Favorite Stocks in the Pop-up Stock Table on Drop from the Catalog, Project Edges from Import 2D Reference Curves in 3D Into Other Sketches, Improve/Support Larger Preview Images in Windows Explorer for IronCAD Files, Add New Option in the Right-Click Menu of the TriBall to Turn off the TriBall for quick access, as well as improvements to IronCAD’s KeyShot Integration and support for Rhino 6.0. “Product Update #1 targeted to focus on our customer’s usability and productivity and the features and quality improvements we implemented set out to deliver on that goal,” stated Cary O’Connor, V.P. of Marketing for IronCAD. “It is critical that we continue to deliver productivity improvements in short cycles to our customers so that they can remain competitive and allow them to continue to develop new innovative products in this economy.” He continued. For a full detailed list of new features added in IronCAD 2021 PU1, visit IronCAD’s What’s New blog at https://www.ironcad.com/whats-new Try the newest, updated version of IronCAD now for free by navigating to https://www.ironcad.com/free-online-trial/ to start your free online trial. About IronCAD Based in Atlanta, Ga., IronCAD is a leading provider of 3D design productivity solutions that deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction and productivity. Individual components of this solution can be used standalone, complementary within an existing design environment, or can be used together to collaborate effectively throughout the enterprise to extend productivity. IronCAD’s flagship product IRONCAD has won many industry awards for its innovative technology and leads the industry in its ease of use and design productivity. Thousands of customers worldwide use IronCAD to support their success. For more information about IronCAD, visit www.ironcad.com. View the full article

A version of this IronCAD Mechanical 2021 article was first published on Digital Engineering, by the DE Editors. IronCAD Mechanical 2021 is an add-on productivity module in the IronCAD Productivity Suite. IronCAD LLC releases IronCAD Mechanical 2021, an add-on productivity module in the IronCAD Productivity Suite. The company says many changes in this update were the result of customer requests to add new capabilities to existing features. New features include improved import/export. Export Unfolded Part has new settings options, including thickness and material settings. Face to DXF offers more options for settings, and adds the use of right-click selection of parallel or coplanar faces. New is the ability to export DWG drawings for each record in a table. View Manager new features include simplification of the ability to set an export image size. The Steels tool adds an option for the replacement of Profiles equal to the one being modified. Click here to read the full article on why IronCAD was chosen as Digital Engieering’s Editor Pick. Read the Full Article View the full article

We’re very excited to announce today, that the latest IronCAD 2021 release fully supports the recent KeyShot 10 version with powerful digital creation tools that allow you to take product experiences to new heights. KeyShot 10 for IronCAD 2021 helps engineers, designers, and even sales teams to configure products to create highly realistic visuals for communication and presentations. As part of IronCAD’s Design Extensions, KeyShot 10 gives you the ability to take product experiences to new heights, with more ways to animate your ideas, experience your creations, and supercharge your workflow to deliver visuals that captivate. KeyShot 10 includes features and improvements that are focused on four specific areas – model and environment, workflow and user interface, materials and rendering, export and integration. KeyShot 10 introduces an array of enhanced capabilities to complement their current workflow with new tools to strengthen the 3D visual creation within these four areas: Awe-Inspiring Motion Animate Your Ideas KeyShot 10 introduces new animation capabilities that offer a wider array of part, environments, and camera animations. Image: KeyShot KeyShot 10 brings you more motion for every idea with increased control to create more advanced visuals and industry-leading ease of use to keep you moving. Keyframe Animation Sun & Sky Day Arc Animation Environment Rotation Animation Twist Camera Animation Visual Reality Experience Your Creations KeyShot 10 export options include 3MF output for full-color 3D prints as well as USD, USDz, GLB, and glTF for 3D model viewing and interaction on web, mobile, and in AR/VR applications. Image: KeyShot You now have more ways to experience your visuals with the new Smart Export that introduces output for full-color 3D prints, VR interaction, and more. 3MF Export USD Export GLB/glTF Export FBX Import Creative Capability Supercharge Your Workflow The new KeyShot 10 Light Manager allows control of all lighting from one location. Image: KeyShot The right tool, for the right job. Open up KeyShot 10 and you’ll find new and improved tools to manage lighting and move ideas faster than ever before. Light Manager Light Gizmos Move Tool Solo Mode Unmatched Realism Deliver Visuals That Captivate KeyShot 10 improves RealCloth 2.0 with its new 3D Ply capability for more realistic woven and knit fabrics. Image: KeyShot There’s photo-real and then there’s KeyShot. New updates to KeyShot exclusive material capabilities bring a level of realism that turns heads. RealCloth 2.0 Firefly Removal Caustics Improvements Toon Material Improvements Denoiser Improvements Each of these key areas are tied together in the mission of accelerating the visual creation process to fuel the next generation of visualization, allowing 3D professionals around the world to take product experiences to new heights. KeyShot 10 builds on Luxion’s advancements in rendering technology introduced over the years to continue innovation in material creation, accurate lighting representation, and streamlining of the complete product visualization workflow. In the end, our goal is to strengthen the foundation of visualization for designers, engineers, and 3D professionals around the world. A thorough overview of all new feature highlights is available here. Are you ready to start creating stunning 3D visuals? Access a free trial of IronCAD 2021 and try both products today! Start Your Free Trial of IRONCAD 2021 Today The post KeyShot 10 for IronCAD 2021 appeared first on IronCAD CAD Software Solutions. View the full article

We’re excited to officially announce the release of IronCAD Mechanical 2021, the powerful mechanical tools add-on for the IronCAD Design Collaboration Suite. As a leader in CAD productivity, IronCAD continues to strive to support mechanical designers and increase their productivity at all levels with the release of the IronCAD Mechanical 2021 design extension. IronCAD Mechanical 2021 adds brand new features and improvements to existing tools, including the Face to DXF and Create Blend Plane tools. Below are more specific details about the many new customer-driven productivity enhancements in IronCAD Mechanical 2021 that further extend IronCAD’s capabilities. Quick Links Export Unfolded Part Face to DXF View Manager Steels PRO Active Manager Create PROActiveParts 3D Text Revision Manager Set Category Set Color Import DXF3D Scanned files Create Blend Plane IPROSettings Export Unfolded Part New improvements to the Export Unfolded Part tool and some new settings are available in the dialog for drawing options such as thickness and material listings. Face to DXF The Face to DXF tool has been updated with some new and useful options now available in the dialog. Furthermore, by dragging the tool with the Right Mouse Button, the tool allows you to set the options and select parallel or coplanar faces to export. View Manager IronCAD Mechanical 2021 features improvements to the View Manager tool, allowing users to set the image size with ease. Steels The latest update to the Steels tool now adds an option for the replacement of Profiles equal to the one being modified. PRO Active Manager The PRO Active Manager tool has added new capabilities to the BOM Configuration. The latest updates to this functionality now make it possible for users to get the Single and the Total Weight of the element. Create PROActiveParts Newly available to IronCAD Mechanical 2021 is the ability to export DWG drawings for each record of the table. 3D Text This creation of 3DText using the Smoot Profile (use BSpline) has been improved in order to respect the size box height set in the dialog. Revision Manager When a revision is created, a copy of the selected element is saved in the subfolder “Revisions” of the current folder. Furthermore, it’s possible to open the previously saved revision in a separate tab of the active instance of IronCAD. Set Category The new Set Category command in the catalog now makes it possible for setting the category for users. Set Color New to IronCAD Mechanical is the added command in the catalog for setting the Color. Import DXF3D Scanned files A new tool for DXF3D import from scanners has been added. Create Blend Plane IronCAD Mechanical 2021 features new capabilities like the Create Blend Plane tool, allowing users to create radius/curve profiles for tube curves with ease. IPROSettings The IronCAD Setting Management section has been revised for saving IronCAD/Inovate settings. Additionally, a new tool useful to copy settings from the previously existing version of IronCAD/Inovate is now available in the IPROSetting window. View the full article