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Draft One of IGCC to be Released Soon Draft One of IGCC to be Released Soon

By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor

Sustainable and green design will no longer be a choice, but mandatory under the International Green Construction Code releasing soon.

Working with Revit Local Worksets Working with Revit Local Worksets
By ASCENT- Center for Technical Knowledge

Learn how Local Worksets can be defined to link to the central file and more in this informative tip.
Industry Update on 3D Printing Industry Update on 3D Printing
By Terry Wohlers, Wohlers Associates

Wohlers discusses additive manufacturing, his interview with Director James Cameron and other advances in 3D printing.
Considerations for Implementing a Document Management System
Considerations for Implementing a Document Management System
By Synergis Software
A practical guide to understanding document management system requirements.
Two Ways to Receive New Products for Subscription Customers
Two Ways to Receive New Products for Subscription Customers
By KETIV
Learn how to change the way you receive your product from Autodesk when you are on subscription.
An Update on Flexible e-paper
An Update on Flexible e-paper
By Steve Sechrist, Insight Media

Find out what is happening with flexible e-ink displays in this column by Insight Media.

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Working with Revit Local Worksets Working with Revit Local Worksets
Learn how Local Worksets can be defined to link to the central file and more in this informative tip.
Two Ways to Receive New Products for Subscription Customers Two Ways to Receive New Products for Subscription Customers
Learn how to change the way you receive your product from Autodesk when you are on subscription.
How to Add a Pattern to a Roof in Revit How to Add a Pattern to a Roof in Revit
Lear about applying a surface pattern to your roof family plotted from your Revit sheet.
Request Home License Use for Autodesk Products Request Home License Use for Autodesk Products
Discover how to request a serial number that will allow your employees to use a network license on a home computer.
A Good Template Can Save You and Your Team Time A Good Template Can Save You and Your Team Time
Learn how to put enough information in your Revit template to get the job done, but keep things flexible enough to meet future needs down the road.
Lesson 2: Curtain Walls in Revit Architecture Lesson 2: Curtain Walls in Revit Architecture
The goal in this segment is to add a typical curtain wall which will automatically space the grids and mullions in Revit Architecture.
Lesson 1: Curtain Walls in Revit Architecture Lesson 1: Curtain Walls in Revit Architecture
This tips & tricks feature demonstrates how to imbed a simple glass/aluminum curtain wall into a masonry wall and more in Autodesk Revit Architecture.
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Industry Spotlights

2010 Analysis and Simulation Industry Spotlight
Trends in the AEC Industry Analysis and simulation are together one of the central components to…

2010 3D Laser Scanning and Reverse Engineering Industry Spotlight
Laser scanning technology has made leaps and bounds in just the past five years. While…

2009 Sustainable Design
With the green phenomenon rapidly spreading across the globe the architecture, engineering and construction…

2009 Rapid Prototyping/3D Printing Industry Spotlight
The rapid prototyping industry has seen many advancements in recent years, including an increase in…

2009 High Performance Computing Industry Spotlight
This year’s High Performance Computing Industry Spotlight is brought to you by Premier Sponsor Intel,…

Hardware
Workstations, Large-Format Printers and Scanners & More Hardware is one of few universal challenges for all CAD users. After all …

Rapid Prototyping & 3D Printing
2008 Rapid Prototyping Roundup In this Special Report ConnectPress brings Community Members groundbreaking coverage on key players and issues in the …

Building Information Modeling
2008 Building Information Modeling Roundup by ConnectPress ConnectPress presents its first ever special report on building information modeling (BIM). Readers will find …

Certifications & Standards
2008 Green Building Standards and Certification Roundup Compiled by ConnectPress Staff Welcome to this Special Report on Green Building Standards and Certification …

Interoperability
2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Spotlight Collaboration and interoperability is a huge challenge for AEC users. For collaboration, getting the owner of …

Visualization Simulation Tools
The 2008 ConnectPress Visualization/Simulation Roundup features fresh new content providing insight on the critical role of visualization and simulation capabilities …

Energy Analysis
2008 Energy Analysis Roundup The newly formed ConnectPress Infrastructure team presents a Special Report on Energy Analysis, featuring a collection of …

News

Resellers Recognized for 25 Years of Growth and Commitment
Ten VARs from around the world are …
New Hydrokinetic Alternative Energy Programs
Sigma Design announced engineering consultation services that …
Tracy Fisher Added to Advanced Solutions Team
Fisher brings nearly five years of Autodesk …
Homeowners Choose Energy Efficiency and Simplicity in Design
Households are placing a premium on products …
Grand Opening to Feature Noted Environmental Activists
Residential Energy Assessment Services, Inc. (REAS) presents …
Sen. Merkley Introduces Building STAR
Senator Jeff Merkley introduced the bill “Building …
BIM Webcast on March 10, 2010
Don't miss the webcast BIM Roadmap 2010: …
AIA Says Don't Put Politics First
AIA Executive Vice President / CEO stresses …
Canon Germany Now a Gold Partner of Nemetschek Allplan
Nemetschek Allplan has made Canon Germany, a …
Need Help Writing Your Whitepaper?
Structure Info. has made a template for …
Two Resource Architects Join AIA Staff
Positions will focus on advancing sustainability initiatives …
Survey Identifies Hottest Outdoor Living Trends for 2010
Popular elements include fire pits, low maintenance …
Cyon Research Opens Spring 2010 Survey for Engineering Firms
Survey focuses on business outlook at firms …
Significant Contributions to Architecture Recognized
The 2010 Jury of Fellows from the …
Recommendations for Awards Accepted Until March 22, 2010
The CAD Society is accepting nominations of …
ColorWave 300 Printer Cuts Space Requirements and Cost
Océ announced the North American launch of …
Content and Publishing Services Help Win Business
Avatech Solutions, Inc. announces it has been …
New Director of Sustainability for NSF International
NSF International has appointed Malcolm Fox to …
New Green Hermann Park Lake Plaza
Hermann Park Lake Plaza features landscaped grounds …
Autodesk Financial Results Announced
Autodesk, Inc. reported financial results for the …
Certified Green Building Projects Continue to Develop
Dovetail Partners online map shows the locations …
Almost 3-point Drop in the Architecture Billings Index
Tight credit markets and weak demand for …
GREENGUARD Environmental Institute Unveils New Website
New section devoted to manufacturers boasts enhanced …
Young Architects Award Recipients Announced
Award recipients for exceptional leadership and significant …
Features

Draft One of IGCC to be Released Soon
Sustainable and green design will no longer be a choice, but mandatory under the International Green Construction Code releasing soon. …
Working with Revit Local Worksets
Learn how Local Worksets can be defined to link to the central file and more in this informative tip. …
Industry Update on 3D Printing
Wohlers discusses additive manufacturing, his interview with Director James Cameron and other advances in 3D printing. …
Considerations for Implementing a Document Management System
A practical guide to understanding document management system requirements. …
Two Ways to Receive New Products for Subscription Customers
Learn how to change the way you receive your product from Autodesk when you are on subscription. …
An Update on Flexible e-paper
Find out what is happening with flexible e-ink displays in this column by Insight Media. …
2010 Laser Scanning & Reverse Engineering Industry Spotlight
Trends, how far the industry has come, and the future of laser scanning are featured in this Industry Spotlight. …
The Status of Laser Scanning
An overview of the laser scanning industry and where it could be headed. …
27 Years of Unusual & Wacky Laser Scanning Projects
Steve DeRemer and Larry Carlberg of GKS share some of their favorite, unusual scanning projects in the last 27 years. …
The Latest in Savvy Laser Scanning Tools
A rundown of recent developments in the field of reverse engineering. …
Prison Uses Laser Scanning for Detailed 3D Information
A case study on how Moundsville Penitentiary staff used laser scanning technology to create the 3D architectural structure of the compound. …
Laser Models Enable Success on a Specialty Chemical Project
Global Engineering and Construction company Aker Solutions selected Quantapoint to create a Digitized Facility™ using laser scanning. …
The Mac World Goes Pro – CAD Space Growing on the Mac
Maher provides an update on the increase in CAD applications being made available for MAC users and the impact of the new Apple iPad. …
How to Add a Pattern to a Roof in Revit
Lear about applying a surface pattern to your roof family plotted from your Revit sheet. …
What TLCD Uses the I in BIM For
As TLCD looks to its future, the many uses the “I” in BIM provides are an indicator that the information aspect will continue to grow in importance. …
Request Home License Use for Autodesk Products
Discover how to request a serial number that will allow your employees to use a network license on a home computer. …
Holographic Models Are No Longer Futuristic
With pricing for hologram models on par with physical models, it leaves us thinking… will physical models become obsolete? …
The Best Things in Life Really Are Free – Bentley’s New ISM
Read first-hand how Bentley’s ISM workflow methodology can positively affect workflow and interoperability challenges. …
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