New Features and Enhancements to Revit and Discipline-specific CAD Software
Increase Productivity and Minimize Inefficiencies
SAN RAFAEL, Calif., March 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Autodesk, Inc.
(Nasdaq: ADSK) today updated its entire portfolio of software solutions for
the building industry, making it even easier for architects, structural
engineers and building systems engineers to realize their ideas. With the
immediate availability of Autodesk Revit Building 9, Autodesk Revit Structure
3, Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007, Autodesk Building Systems 2007 and
Autodesk VIZ 2007 software products, building design and engineering
professionals can create, manage and share design information more
effectively, contributing to increased profitability, reduced risk and fewer
inefficiencies in building design, construction and management.
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"With the new 2007 versions of our Revit-based and AutoCAD-based
applications, Autodesk is continuing to increase productivity and efficiency
across the building industry," said Jay Bhatt, vice president, Autodesk
Building Solutions Division. "These are the best releases yet, and will help
our customers compete and win."
Enhanced Revit Products Improve Coordination and Productivity
Revit Building and Revit Structure have been designed specifically for
building information modeling (BIM). With parametric change technology, any
change, anytime, anywhere is automatically coordinated throughout the project,
including model views, drawing sheets, schedules, sections and plans, helping
ensure that designs and documentation stay coordinated, consistent and
complete.
Autodesk Revit Building 9 mirrors the real world of architecture by
letting architects and designers work on buildings holistically, rather than
in terms of separate floor plans, sections and elevations. New features in
Revit Building 9 include:
-- Sun Studies
-- Detail Library
-- Material Takeoff
-- Keynoting
-- IFC Import and fully certified export
Autodesk Revit Structure 3 increases efficiency, accuracy and design
flexibility by integrating a physical model -- for layout, coordination and
documentation -- with an independently editable analytical model for multiple
analyses and has bidirectional links to industry-leading analysis software, so
analysis results can update the model accurately. New features in Revit
Structure 3 include:
-- Model consistency checking for greater engineering insight
-- Improved modeling including sloped elements
-- Enhanced construction documents with more drafting tools
-- More detailing tools including reinforced concrete
-- Better multidiscipline interoperability
Autodesk Revit Building 9 and Autodesk Revit Structure 3 will be available
as part of new Revit Series products that help customers gain the competitive
advantages of BIM, preserve their current investments and provide the
flexibility to move to building information modeling at their own pace.
Autodesk AutoCAD Revit Series -- Building 9, for architects and designers,
combines Autodesk's industry-leading AutoCAD 2007 software with Autodesk Revit
Building 9 and Autodesk AutoCAD Revit Series -- Structure 3, for structural
engineering and drafting, combines AutoCAD 2007 with Autodesk Revit Structure
3.
Updated AutoCAD-Based Products Improve Efficiency and Accuracy
Autodesk's discipline-specific CAD products for the building industry,
Architectural Desktop and Building Systems, have been updated to take
advantage of enhancements to AutoCAD 2007, the world's leading customizable
and extendable general-purpose CAD application for 2D drafting, detailing,
design documentation and basic 3D design. The AutoCAD platform delivers
unparalleled design and documentation productivity for building industry
professionals who are not yet ready to migrate to BIM.
Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007 makes AutoCAD software better for
architects. With its easy-to-use features and flexible implementation options,
drafting and construction document production is easier, faster and more
accurate. Sharing information is simple using the industry-leading DWG format,
allowing design data to be efficiently coordinated with engineers and other
design professionals. Tools for architectural drawing and design can be used
immediately, with a smooth transition path to more advanced features. Built-
in rendering brings designs to life for impressive client presentations. New
features in Architectural Desktop 2007 include:
-- Mapped drives for extended design team support
-- Automatic space generation with area tagging
-- Line-work to stairs conversion
Autodesk Building Systems 2007 is better, faster AutoCAD for
mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP) engineers, designers and drafters that
can increase productivity, accuracy and coordination -- from conceptual design
through construction documentation. Autodesk Building Systems 2007 enables
seamless collaboration with architects using AutoCAD-software-based
applications, and the intuitive design environment maximizes the efficiency of
AutoCAD-based engineering workflows. Using enhanced single-line and double-
line system design and layout productivity tools, production of construction
documents can be automated, with fewer coordination errors between mechanical,
electrical and plumbing engineering design teams as well as with architects
and structural engineers. New features in Autodesk Building Systems 2007
include:
-- Discipline-specific tool palettes and customized tools
-- Single-line and double-line piping
-- More gips & on-screen editing
Visualization and Collaboration Tools for the Building Industry
In an increasingly global environment -- with design teams and contractors
in different countries and time zones -- building and design customers can use
the Autodesk Buzzsaw collaborative project management solution delivered on
demand. Additionally, using Autodesk Design Review software, they can
accelerate the design review process by enabling non-CAD project team members
to review, mark up and track digital 2D and 3D designs in multiple formats.
The DWF Viewer is a free download that allows customers and clients in the
field to review 2D and 3D drawings, maps and models in the DWF format.
Autodesk is also launching Autodesk VIZ 2007 software, the 3D modeling,
rendering and animation application for design visualization professionals.
VIZ 2007 is ideal for creating high-end photorealistic models, diagrams and
technical illustrations, as well as architectural walk-throughs and flybys. As
part of the Autodesk design portfolio, VIZ 2007 adds even tighter
interoperability with complementary software products, including the ability
to move files seamlessly into Autodesk 3ds Max software and to composite
animations with live-action footage in Autodesk Combustion desktop visual
effects software. Also, VIZ 2007 files can link into Autodesk's building
solutions via the DWG format. New features in Autodesk VIZ 2007 software
include:
-- Asset tracking to improve collaboration among teams
-- Polygonal modeling tools to speed the process of adding detail to
geometry
-- Improved pipeline integration
-- Increased rendering options
A Complete Portfolio of Software Solutions for the Building Industry
With the right combination of leading-edge technologies, decades of proven
industry experience and unparalleled, worldwide services, Autodesk offers the
most comprehensive portfolio of products for the building industry. Ranging
from the most advanced technology for building information modeling to the
most widely adopted design and documentation solutions, Autodesk supports
information and management needs throughout the building lifecycle. Building
solutions products include Autodesk Revit Building, Autodesk Revit Structure,
Autodesk Revit Systems, Autodesk Architectural Desktop, Autodesk Building
Systems and Autodesk VIZ.
Distribution and Availability
Autodesk Building Systems 2007, Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007,
Autodesk Revit Building 9, Revit Structure 3, Autodesk VIZ 2007 and the
Autodesk AutoCAD Revit Series products will be available to U.S. and Canadian
customers this spring via Autodesk's reseller channel. Worldwide availability
is planned in the future.
Autodesk Offers Options
Customers have options when it comes to purchasing and implementing
Autodesk software. Autodesk Subscription provides an alternative to upgrades
and delivers added benefits. Subscription customers receive the latest
versions of their licensed Autodesk software, web support direct from
Autodesk, self-paced training options, and a broad range of other technology
and business benefits for an annual fee.
Autodesk Consulting is available for customers who want to maximize the
value of their investment in Autodesk technology through integrated consulting
and training. Locally-based classroom training is also available through
Autodesk's 1,200 Authorized Training Centers, with sites in more than 75
countries around the world.
About Autodesk
Autodesk, Inc. is wholly focused on ensuring that great ideas are turned
into reality. With seven million users, Autodesk is the world's leading
software and services company for the manufacturing, infrastructure, building,
media and entertainment, and wireless data services fields. Autodesk's
solutions help customers create, manage and share their data and digital
assets more effectively. As a result, customers turn ideas into competitive
advantage, become more productive, streamline project efficiency and maximize
profits.
Founded in 1982, Autodesk is headquartered in San Rafael, California. For
additional information about Autodesk, please visit www.autodesk.com.
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CONTACT: Noah Cole of Autodesk, 415-547-2405, or noah.cole@autodesk.com.
SOURCE Autodesk, Inc.
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