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gbXML, BIM and Green Building: An InteroperabilityTrifecta gbXML, BIM and Green Building: An InteroperabilityTrifecta
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Schema like gbXML are not only making interoperability less of a headache but supporting the green building design industry too.
Affinity 6.0 Features More Design & Team Project Management Affinity 6.0 Features More Design & Team Project Management
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Trelligence’s Affinity 6.0 provides users with extended functionality to assist in programming, schematic design and analysis earlier on in the design process.
Update Available for Solar Radiation Technology Preview Update Available for Solar Radiation Technology Preview
If you downloaded the Solar Radiation Technology Preview recently, you might consider replacing it with the updated version.
New AIA Tool Tracks Energy Reduction in Firms New AIA Tool Tracks Energy Reduction in Firms
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The carbon neutrality goal could be futile without an implantation plan or a tool to measure the building industry’s progress; the AIA is fixing this.
Make Life Easier with Automated BIM Spec Software Make Life Easier with Automated BIM Spec Software
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Because time is money, create project manuals quicker and easier with e-SPECS.
Dispatches from AIA 2010 Dispatches from AIA 2010
By Michelle Farrell, IES Integrated Environmental Solutions' Michelle Farrell provides feedback on this year's American Institute of Architects Convention Exhibit hall.
Kevin Fitzgerald Helps Those Seeking Careers in Architecture Kevin Fitzgerald Helps Those Seeking Careers in Architecture
Compiled by ConnectPress Editor, Lauren Browne Find out how Kevin Fitzgerald’s role at AIA couldn’t be more relative in this economy where work is precious.
AIA Annual Convention Revolves around Design for New Decade AIA Annual Convention Revolves around Design for New Decade
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Attendees will soon head to the AIA National Convention, where both environmental and social aspects of design for the next decade will be evaluated.
Workstations: Do They Still Hold their Niche? Workstations: Do They Still Hold their Niche?
Compiled By ConnectPress Regardless of the economy, workstations continue to hold their niche in making it easier for users to have a smooth CAD experience.
Power up your CAD Processes with the Latest Workstations Power up your CAD Processes with the Latest Workstations
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Here are some of the workstation, processor and graphics cards options to help you maximize your workflow.
Ensuring the Next Generation of Women Engineers Ensuring the Next Generation of Women Engineers
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Karen Panetta discusses her role as Chair for the IEEE Women in Engineering Committee to keep women involved in engineering.
CAD Society Promotes Growth in Engineering Fields CAD Society Promotes Growth in Engineering Fields
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor CAD Society President Rachael Dalton-Taggart talks about her role and what goals the organization is focusing on in 2010.
Maintaining a Model Climate with CFD Maintaining a Model Climate with CFD
By Mentor Graphics Learn how a UK store chain used CFD to meet the greatest challenges presented to engineers designing heating, ventilation and refrigeration.
AIA's Top Ten COTE Projects to be Honored AIA's Top Ten COTE Projects to be Honored
By AIA These COTE Top Ten Green Projects will be honored at the upcoming AIA 2010 National Convention and Design Exposition in Miami.
Harlan Brumm Spotlighted in this Week's Profile Harlan Brumm Spotlighted in this Week's Profile
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Revit connoisseur Harlan Brumm gives an inside look at his career, future goals and how he’s achieved so much in so little time.
The LEED Forest Certification Debate: Where Do You Stand? The LEED Forest Certification Debate: Where Do You Stand?
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Changes to the LEED Certification for Materials and Resource credits specific to wood are fast approaching, and it’s not too late to weigh in.
ADN Companies Release Products for Revit 2011 ADN Companies Release Products for Revit 2011
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor With Revit getting a 2011 makeover, companies in Autodesk’s Developer Network keep pace by making sure their products work with the new release.
Read About a New Challenge in Document Management Read About a New Challenge in Document Management
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Document management systems present many challenges, with a new challenge being how systems can assist in the LEED certification tracking process.
Results from Project Management & Profitability Survey Results from Project Management & Profitability Survey
By Nuris Ismail, Aberdeen Group The survey found that the implementation of project scheduling and project management have a crucial role in the ability to deliver projects on time.
SharePoint for Engineering Document Management SharePoint for Engineering Document Management
By Cadac Organice BV In this whitepaper learn the possibilities and impossibilities for SharePoint to manage CAD files and to integrate with CAD applications.
New Buzzsaw Sync Feature Now Available New Buzzsaw Sync Feature Now Available
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor Learn how Buzzsaw Sync makes data management and project collaboration easier with automatic updates, centralizing multi-discipline models and more.
Data Management Update: Today's Challenges and Trends Data Management Update: Today's Challenges and Trends
Compiled by ConnectPress ConnectPress provides an update on today’s trends and practices in data management, featuring coverage on Newforma, Synergis Software and others.
Germany Green Building Tour Part 2 Germany Green Building Tour Part 2
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The highlights from ConnectPress Editor Lauren Browne’s trip to Germany.
The Process and Design of the Office of the Future The Process and Design of the Office of the Future
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor NREL’s soon-to-be-completed research facility sets a bench mark for net zero building design.
Germany Green Building Tour Part 1 Germany Green Building Tour Part 1
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor ConnectPress Editor Lauren Browne shares some breathtaking examples of green building from her first days in Germany.
CFD Used in Design of Pharmaceutical Warehouse CFD Used in Design of Pharmaceutical Warehouse
Learn about how a pharmaceutical distributor’s new warehouse was designed using CFD tools to predict air movement and cooling efficiency.
The Best is Yet to Come: Upcoming Green Building Tour The Best is Yet to Come: Upcoming Green Building Tour
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Get ready to hear about how Germany’s green buildings, the policies associated, and sustainable design priorities are a good example to follow.
Alternative Energy in the AEC Space Alternative Energy in the AEC Space
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Learn about how the building industry and alternative energy play a large role in a clean energy future.
2010 Alternative Energy Industry Spotlight 2010 Alternative Energy Industry Spotlight
Compiled by ConnectPress Alternative energy in building design is a must in the goal for a clean energy future.
Autodesk Takes the Mystery Out of BIM Autodesk Takes the Mystery Out of BIM
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk releases a BIM Deployment Plan for all AEC stakeholders.
2011 Inventor, Revit, AutoCAD and 3ds Max Released 2011 Inventor, Revit, AutoCAD and 3ds Max Released
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk focuses on the user experience, better visualization and easier transition between products in new 2011 software releases.
Sandia Labs Opens New Doors with Micro Solar Cells Sandia Labs Opens New Doors with Micro Solar Cells
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Newly developed solar cells open up broad applications for builders and makers of consumer products.
Predictions for 2010 Green Building Trends Predictions for 2010 Green Building Trends
By Sean Penrith, Executive Director of Earth Advantage Institute Sean Penrith of Earth Advantage Institute identifies his top 10 green building trends for 2010.
A Look Back at NREL Achievements in 2009 A Look Back at NREL Achievements in 2009
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Read what NREL did in 2009 to help advance alternative energy and energy efficiency.
Will a Successful Future Only Exist with BIM & IPD? Will a Successful Future Only Exist with BIM & IPD?
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor In a recent webcast, three AEC industry experts advocate for BIM and IPD and how they create an environment for positive change.
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.
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.
2010 Laser Scanning & Reverse Engineering Industry Spotlight 2010 Laser Scanning & Reverse Engineering Industry Spotlight
Compiled by ConnectPress Trends, how far the industry has come, and the future of laser scanning are featured in this Industry Spotlight.
The Status of Laser Scanning The Status of Laser Scanning
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor An overview of the laser scanning industry and where it could be headed.
27 Years of Unusual & Wacky Laser Scanning Projects 27 Years of Unusual & Wacky Laser Scanning Projects
By Limited Design Inc. & GKS Global Services 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 The Latest in Savvy Laser Scanning Tools
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A rundown of recent developments in the field of reverse engineering.
What TLCD Uses the I in BIM For What TLCD Uses the I in BIM For
By Ideate 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.
Holographic Models Are No Longer Futuristic Holographic Models Are No Longer Futuristic
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor 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 The Best Things in Life Really Are Free – Bentley’s New ISM
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Read first-hand how Bentley’s ISM workflow methodology can positively affect workflow and interoperability challenges.
Autodesk Initiates the Retrofitting Conversation Autodesk Initiates the Retrofitting Conversation
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk’s game, RetroFits, mixes education and fun with the hopes of spreading the word about greening existing buildings.
CFD Allows for More Comprehensive, Energy Efficient Design CFD Allows for More Comprehensive, Energy Efficient Design
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor By using CFdesign, architects can make positive design changes early on in their Revit and MicroStation models.
2010 Analysis and Simulation Industry Spotlight 2010 Analysis and Simulation Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress ConnectPresss presents an update on the latest developments in analysis and simulation in this collection of articles.
How TLCD Pioneered Adoption of BIM Pt. 2 How TLCD Pioneered Adoption of BIM Pt. 2
By Ideate, Inc. TLCD finds that the visualization, scheduling, analysis and phasing capabilities of Revit are behind many of the firm’s recent successes.
New Entry-level Professional Workstation New Entry-level Professional Workstation
By Intel Corporation This new workstation, based on Intel Core i5 processors and the Intel 3450 chipset, delivers a workstation experience at near desktop prices.
Greening the Streets Greening the Streets
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Two green building industry architects give insight into how to make green building mainstream.
Validate Inventor Models in Revit with AEC Exchange Feature Validate Inventor Models in Revit with AEC Exchange Feature
By Forrest Judd, Hagerman & Company, Inc. The AEC Exchange environment and the ADSK file format are great steps toward the interoperability goal between Revit and Inventor.
Autodesk Integrates BIM, IPD and Sustainable Design Autodesk Integrates BIM, IPD and Sustainable Design
By Charles Rechtsteiner, Regional Facilities Manager, Autodesk, Inc. Autodesk employed innovative design and construction methods, including IPD, digital design-to-fabrication and BIM at their AEC headquarters.
Read What it Takes to Create the World’s Greenest Building Read What it Takes to Create the World’s Greenest Building
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The world’s greenest building boasts energy saving features like thermal storage, solar power, displacement ventilation, and… that’s just the beginning.
The Downside of the Green Building Products Boom The Downside of the Green Building Products Boom
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Green building may be the way of the future, but learn about the backlash of greenwashing and how it’s causing confusion in the industry.
Autodesk Partner IES Chosen to Extend BIM Expertise Autodesk Partner IES Chosen to Extend BIM Expertise
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor With the uptake of BIM, there is also proving to be a need to link energy analysis to the model – IES is showing others how to do just that in Revit.
Autodesk University Finale & Event Summary Autodesk University Finale & Event Summary
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor For those of you who missed Autodesk University this year here is a rundown of the event, including presenters, exhibitors and announcements.
AU Broadcasts What if Scenarios in Industry Keynotes AU Broadcasts What if Scenarios in Industry Keynotes
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor Find out what's new and in store for Autodesk's manufacturing and architecture, engineering and construction divisions.
Updates from Autodesk University Updates from Autodesk University
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor Find out about latest trends shaping the CAD industry and Autodesk's plans for future development.
Analysis Solutions Further Support Sustainability Analysis Solutions Further Support Sustainability
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Learn about the latest enhancements in analysis and simulation solutions such as Autodesk Green Building Studio, Bentley Hevacomp and IES products.
Check Out the Exhibitors at this Year’s Greenbuild Check Out the Exhibitors at this Year’s Greenbuild
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor This year’s Greenbuild conference had a variety of exhibitors … read up on our favorites.
Learn About the National CAD Standard Version 4.0 Learn About the National CAD Standard Version 4.0
By Melcher Mack Adopting NCS Version 4.0 helps organizations lower costs by reducing errors and change orders and improving communication among team members.
A Recap of the Keynote at Greenbuild 2009 A Recap of the Keynote at Greenbuild 2009
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor At this year’s opening plenary session, Al Gore gave an inspiration speech on leading the charge to bringing green building to Main Street.
Do Green Roofs Benefits Outweigh the Costs? Do Green Roofs Benefits Outweigh the Costs?
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Green roofs are catching on in many cities and new construction, but will it ever be considered mainstream?
Greenbuild 2009 Kicks off in Just One Day Greenbuild 2009 Kicks off in Just One Day
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor A preview of this year’s most exciting events at Greenbuild 2009.
Green Building Designed with Civil Engineering in Mind Green Building Designed with Civil Engineering in Mind
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The new Revit-designed civil engineering building at the UMD campus will provide inspiration and serve as an example of innovation to students.
Conference Addresses Challenges in Greening Displays Conference Addresses Challenges in Greening Displays
By Chris Chinnock, Insight Media Insight Media's Green Display Expo receives positive feedback on greening up displays and making changes to the industry.
What’s in Store for High Performance Computing? What’s in Store for High Performance Computing?
By Kathleen Maher and Jon Peddie, Jon Peddie Research Kathleen Maher and Jon Peddie of JPR Research discuss the history of high performance computing and and what the future of HPC holds for CAD users.
HPC Simulations-Easier and Faster than Before HPC Simulations-Easier and Faster than Before
By Intel Corporation Once reserved for glass rooms, supercomputers can now be found in your deskside workstation. HPC solutions are now more accessible than ever before.
Virtualization Solutions from HP and Intel Virtualization Solutions from HP and Intel
By HP Learn about the benefits of virtualization technology and how to leverage it in PLM applications, plus how HP and Intel can help.
Three High Performance Computing Options from Lenovo Three High Performance Computing Options from Lenovo
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Lenovo’s S-20 and D-20 workstations, and the ThinkPad w700 mobile workstation provide CAD users with powerful, high performance computing.
Virtualized Workstations Lead the Way Virtualized Workstations Lead the Way
By Intel Corporation Learn how a digital workbench solution equipped with an entire suite of tools can help you play more “what ifs” locally and faster than ever before.
A New Option for CAD: Blade Workstations A New Option for CAD: Blade Workstations
By HP Will this hardware trend make its way into the work environment, eliminating the CAD workstation?
2009 High Performance Computing Industry Spotlight 2009 High Performance Computing Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress Check out this insightful collection of articles on HPC, including an exclusive look at the industry by Jon Peddie Research.
Find Out the Core to Sustainable, Energy-Efficient Building Find Out the Core to Sustainable, Energy-Efficient Building
By Dr. Don McLean, Founder and Managing Director, IES Ltd. Founder of IES sheds light on how good design is sustainable design.
EPA Honors Green Building Challenge Winners EPA Honors Green Building Challenge Winners
By EPA The EPA Lifecycle Building Challenge awards recognized student and professional green building designs and projects.
Challenges of Safe Design 3: CAD Software Considerations Challenges of Safe Design 3: CAD Software Considerations
By Wayne C. Christensen, CSP, PE CAD systems provide great analysis capability and a capacity to animate, prepare physical models and test prior to production.
Countdown Begins to First Ever Green Display Expo Countdown Begins to First Ever Green Display Expo
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor Get a glimpse of the upcoming Green Display Expo taking place at the L’Enfant Plaza Hotel, Washington, D.C., October 27, 2009.
Perkins+Will Set the Bar High with COTE Award Project Perkins+Will Set the Bar High with COTE Award Project
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Learn about the sustainable design techniques implemented in the Platinum LEED Certified and COTE award winning headquarters of Great River Energy.
PLM As an Enterprise Technology PLM As an Enterprise Technology
A Webinar by Andreas Lindenthal of Metafore The webinar focuses on price points for PDM and PLM and offers three approaches for moving from PDM to PLM, plus includes a Q & A session.
Sustainable Design: Transitioning from Trend to Norm Sustainable Design: Transitioning from Trend to Norm
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor With sustainable design gaining ground, it’s not yet the norm, but it’s definitely more than a trend.
ThinkStation – As Green As It Gets ThinkStation – As Green As It Gets
By Lenovo As part of Lenovo’s commitment to environmental sustainability all of the new ThinkStations are made from up to 50 percent recycled plastics.
Ecobuild® America Brings in New Conference Ecobuild® America Brings in New Conference
By Ecobuild America A new conference co-located at the event, The National High Performance Building Conference, will also be taking place Dec. 7-10 in Washington, DC.
Greening Today's Products Greening Today's Products
By Aberdeen Group Aberdeen's research suggests that Green doesn't have to be a burden, but often requires taking a different view of innovation.
Live Simulcast of CPDA PLM Road Map Keynote Live Simulcast of CPDA PLM Road Map Keynote
By CPDA Mentor Graphics CEO Dr. Walter Rhines discusses how the MCAD and AEC arena’s can learn from 40 years of ECAD development.
2009 Sustainable Design Industry Spotlight 2009 Sustainable Design Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress Just in! Check out this insightful selection of articles on sustainable design.
Rapid Manufacturing: A Future for the Building Industry? Rapid Manufacturing: A Future for the Building Industry?
By James Gardiner, PhD This research draws on data gained through interviews and factory visits with leaders in automated fabrication in the construction industries.
Have You Upgraded to Autodesk Revit Architecture 2010 Yet? Have You Upgraded to Autodesk Revit Architecture 2010 Yet?
By Kelcey Lemon, Autodesk Autodesk Revit Architecture 2010 offers advances in conceptual design and data interoperability and has a new user interface.
The Path to Leaner, Greener Operations The Path to Leaner, Greener Operations
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Andrew Winston, author of the upcoming book "Green Recovery," shares his tips for making day-to-day operations more efficient.
Installing Cool Roofs Reduces Global Warming Effects Installing Cool Roofs Reduces Global Warming Effects
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Secretary Chu jump started thoughts on the benefits of cool roofs, and there’s no doubting that cool roofs can help wane the effects of global warming.
The SD300: 3D Printing for Less than $10,000 The SD300: 3D Printing for Less than $10,000
By John Myers, ConnectPress editor A profile of Solido’s SD300, the latest in a continuing trend of smaller 3D printers that cost under $10,000.
The Business Benefits of Sustainability The Business Benefits of Sustainability
By Terry D. Bennett, PLS, LLS, LPF, LEED AP In the final of a 3-part series: explore the business benefits of incorporating more sustainable design practices.
2009 Rapid Prototyping/3D Printing Industry Spotlight 2009 Rapid Prototyping/3D Printing Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress Just in! This informative report features a series of articles on the latest in the rapid prototyping industry.
Faster Prototypes Fosters Big Changes in Industry Faster Prototypes Fosters Big Changes in Industry
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor The rapid prototyping industry is undergoing a period of dramatic change; find out more in this feature on the state of the industry.
3D Prototypes in a Flash 3D Prototypes in a Flash
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor 3D Systems launches its new V-Flash desktop modeler priced under $10,000.
The uPrint Opens New Doors for CAD Users The uPrint Opens New Doors for CAD Users
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Dimension 3D Printing’s latest 3D Printer makes 3D printing more accessible by bringing it to the desktop.
NY Architecture Firm Shaves Months Off Model-Building Time NY Architecture Firm Shaves Months Off Model-Building Time
By Objet Geometries Ltd. After in depth research on eight different systems, Rietveld Architects selected the Eden350™ from Objet Geometries.
Sustainable Analysis Tools for Every Level Sustainable Analysis Tools for Every Level
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor With updates and new software announced, IES has many tools to aid designers in the increasing need to quantify the sustainability of their models.
Developing and Implementing a Safe Design Philosophy Developing and Implementing a Safe Design Philosophy
By Wayne C. Christensen, CSP, PE This article discusses approaches design engineers may utilize in acquiring knowledge and skills to focus on mitigating risks.
Filtering Inventor Information for Architects' Needs Filtering Inventor Information for Architects' Needs
By KETIV Technologies With the Autodesk Inventor AEC Exchange tool, vital information can be transferred from the manufacturer to the architect. Learn how in this feature.
Sustainability is not Just for Buildings Sustainability is not Just for Buildings
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Building and transportation go hand in hand when working towards the goal of sustainability.
Sustainable Design for Structural Engineers Sustainable Design for Structural Engineers
By Sarah Hodges, Autodesk There are many ways in which a structural engineer can influence a building’s sustainability, find out how in this column.
Making the Case for Sustainable Business Practices Making the Case for Sustainable Business Practices
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Pam Gordon and her company, Technology Forecasters, have spent the last eight years making the case for better, greener business decisions.
Is There Hope for a Construction Recovery? Is There Hope for a Construction Recovery?
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor There are still plenty of ups and downs to look forward to in the construction industry.
BIM and Sustainable Approaches BIM and Sustainable Approaches
By Terry D. Bennett, PLS, LLS, LPF, LEED AP In the 2nd of a 3-part series: details about how adoption of BIM enables sustainable outcomes in several key aspects of civil engineering design.
Choosing the Best Prototyping Process Choosing the Best Prototyping Process
By Proto Labs, Inc. USA. As prototyping processes continue to evolve, product designers must determine what process or technology is best for their application.
Are You Up to Code? Are You Up to Code?
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor With sustainable design on the rise, compliance codes could get stricter too.
Meeting Requirements for Safety Meeting Requirements for Safety
By Wayne C. Christensen, CSP, PE This first article concerns the challenge related to professional ethics codes and the responsibility for safe designs by engineers and architects.
Whole Building Analysis and Sustainable Design: A Good Pair Whole Building Analysis and Sustainable Design: A Good Pair
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Whole building analysis naturally plays a big role in sustainable design, and the two combined support the trend of building green.
Sustainability and Civil Engineering Sustainability and Civil Engineering
By Terry D. Bennett, PLS, LLS, LPF, LEED AP In the 1st of a 3-part series: processes and technologies to improve how we design, build, operate, and maintain our constructed physical environment.
As the Software Evolves so Does Interoperability As the Software Evolves so Does Interoperability
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Collaboration and interoperability continue to be a challenge in the AEC industry, but there are continuous improvements.
Advances in Collaboration Software Advances in Collaboration Software
By Claudia Stahley, ConnectPress Editor Collaboration and interoperability tools are gaining in strength and usefulness, check out what we have learned.
2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Spotlight 2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Spotlight
Compiled by ConnectPress ConnectPress takes an in depth look at advances in collaboration and interoperability in this collection of articles.
Green Renovation at Autodesk’s One Market Green Renovation at Autodesk’s One Market
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk uses Revit to renovate its One Market building, and incorporates sustainable design, earning the building a LEED Platinum certification.
BIM is the Name of the Game BIM is the Name of the Game
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor By mandating BIM from the beginning, HNTB Federal designed two large projects efficiently and on time, and incorporated sustainable design.
Sustainability and BIM as One Sustainability and BIM as One
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor BIM and sustainable design can have a symbiotic relationship…if you let them.
Large-Format Printing Update Large-Format Printing Update
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Get the scoop on large format printing trends and some of the top selling products.
Design Faster with Lenovo’s New Workstations Design Faster with Lenovo’s New Workstations
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Improvements to technology allow for faster, more powerful systems for CAD users in Lenovo’s ThinkStation S20 and D20 Workstations.
May Industry Spotlight: Hardware May Industry Spotlight: Hardware
By ConnectPress This month's special feature focuses on the latest advancements in the hardware industry, including workstations, graphics cards and more.
The Latest in Large Format Scanners The Latest in Large Format Scanners
By Claudia Stahley, ConnectPress Editor A look at some of the latest offerings in large-format scanners to help consumers weigh their decisions.
A New Era for Hardware Vendors A New Era for Hardware Vendors
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Industry experts Alex Herrera and Brad Holtz weigh in on how the events of the last year will affect the hardware industry.
New Hardware Products Pack Power New Hardware Products Pack Power
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor A rundown of the latest hardware products including workstations, graphics cards and more.
New Graphics Cards Accompany Intel Nehalem Release New Graphics Cards Accompany Intel Nehalem Release
By Alex Herrera, Jon Peddie Research Workstation Graphics Analyst Alex Herrera discusses how new workstations and graphics cards releases were triggered by Intel Nehalem-EP release.
Good News: Hewlett-Packard Zero Percent Financing Good News: Hewlett-Packard Zero Percent Financing
By Staci Matlock and Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Writers Nothing perks up a customer’s ears like an offer like zero percent financing, now available for a limited time from HP.
Make Sense of the Terms that Define the AEC Industry Make Sense of the Terms that Define the AEC Industry
By Tracy Fisher, Hagerman & Company, Inc. Get the definitions to important AEC terms and learn how they help create a more coordinated and consistent project.
3D Printing Helps Extend Leadership 3D Printing Helps Extend Leadership
A Case Study by Z Corporation See how Ramboll makes the words, blueprints and pictures behind the designs vivid, memorable and compelling in the minds of prospective clients.
Handle Larger Projects While Satisfying Creative Impulses Handle Larger Projects While Satisfying Creative Impulses
A Case Study by Autodesk New Zealand’s ArcHaus used Autodesk Revit Architecture and 3ds Max to create larger, more sustainable building projects.
Intel Leads the Push for Green Intel Leads the Push for Green
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Intel displays through its products and leadership that being green is integral in their company.
Are Community Shared Digital Models the Way of the Future? Are Community Shared Digital Models the Way of the Future?
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk’s Digital Cities Initiative exhibits the power of digital city models and collaboration with three cities already on board.
The CAD Society – Reshaping the Organization The CAD Society – Reshaping the Organization
By Rachael Dalton-Taggart, Acting CAD Society President Rachael Dalton-Taggart, acting president of The CAD Society, talks about reshaping the organization for a new generation.
Incorporating Analysis Tools into Sustainable Design Incorporating Analysis Tools into Sustainable Design
A Case Study by IES This case study describes how KlingStubbins uses IES’ design tools to conquer the challenge of sustainable design.
Z Corporation Weighs in on 3D Printing Trends in the AEC Z Corporation Weighs in on 3D Printing Trends in the AEC
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor More about progress in the AEC industry from Z Corp’s Olimpio DeMarco.
Revit Architecture 2010 New Features Preview Guide Revit Architecture 2010 New Features Preview Guide
By Daniel Hughes, IMAGINiT Technologies Revit Architecture's 2010 release has many exciting improvements that are detailed in this white paper.
Autodesk Walks the Walk Autodesk Walks the Walk
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk demonstrates the capability of its software in their newly built AEC headquarters.
Gathering Together for Better Design Gathering Together for Better Design
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A preview of the upcoming Design and Sustainability symposium at COFES 2009.
3D Printing Progresses in the AEC Community 3D Printing Progresses in the AEC Community
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Despite interoperability challenges and pricing 3D printing continues to expand in the AEC industry.
Better Building with BIM Better Building with BIM
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Autodesk Technical Representative John Boehms discusses how users can implement BIM to improve their green building projects.
iTunes for Your Revit Models iTunes for Your Revit Models
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor 64-bit users of Autodesk Revit now can use Ideate Explorer.
Interactive Architectural Visualization Interactive Architectural Visualization
By Esperient Corporation This paper describes how Esperient Creator and interactive 3D visualization fit into current visualization practices enabling design innovation.
Effectively Implement BIM with SmartBIM Effectively Implement BIM with SmartBIM
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor SmartBIM v3.2 provides enhancements to features that help streamline the architectural design process.
The Workstation Experience The Workstation Experience
By Wes Shimanek, Intel Corporation The workstation experience sounds great so they cost a great deal more than the desktop, right? Not really.
Advanced Solutions Offers Customers Power Sessions Advanced Solutions Offers Customers Power Sessions
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Advance Solutions’ Power Sessions assist Inventor, Revit and AutoCAD Civil 3D users in tackling complex issues.
Sneak Peek at Autodesk's 2010 AEC Industry Products Sneak Peek at Autodesk's 2010 AEC Industry Products
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor In a recent webcast, Autodesk featured its AEC industry 2010 product lineup.
The Preferred Industry Partner Program Helps Autodesk Users The Preferred Industry Partner Program Helps Autodesk Users
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor With the launch of the Preferred Industry Partner Program, companies like Trelligence offer users more leverage in Autodesk’s software.
Biomimicry: Inspiring Designers Through Nature’s Examples Biomimicry: Inspiring Designers Through Nature’s Examples
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The newly launched AskNature.org database inspires designers to solve design issues through nature’s eyes.
Incentives for Going Green Incentives for Going Green
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Find out what benefits United States Green Building Council (USGBC) member organizations receive.
Autodesk Offers Revit Users More BIM Tools Autodesk Offers Revit Users More BIM Tools
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor With the acquisition of BIMWorld, Revit users can now access BIMWorld content from within Autodesk Seek.
IES Makes Designing Green Easy IES Makes Designing Green Easy
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Integrated Environmental Solutions offers sustainable design tools for all types of architects and designers.
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2008 Large Format Printing Roundup 2008 Large Format Printing Roundup
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Avatech Solutions Offers BIMreview Avatech Solutions Offers BIMreview
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Océ Whitepaper: Why Green Business is Good Business Océ Whitepaper: Why Green Business is Good Business
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Large-format Printer Revolution Large-format Printer Revolution
By Staci Matlock ConnectPress Staff Writer New inks, better efficiency, wider capacity boost offerings of large-format printers to AEC industry.
Heightened Color Choices Mark Wide Format Printer Changes Heightened Color Choices Mark Wide Format Printer Changes
By Staci Matlock ConnectPress Staff Writer New technology for handling data files, complex renderings helped by reduced costs.
Greening up Printers Greening up Printers
By Staci Matlock ConnectPress Staff Writer Modular parts, Energy Star ratings mark efforts of some large-format printer company offerings.
Exhibitors Overview at Autodesk University, 2008 Exhibitors Overview at Autodesk University, 2008
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor There was no shortage of new and exciting things to see in Autodesk University’s Exhibit Hall.
HP Deliveries Large Format Printers for AEC Professionals HP Deliveries Large Format Printers for AEC Professionals
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Here is a rundown on HP’s lineup of large format printers targeted primarily for AEC professionals.
Jay Bhatt Talks Candidly About AEC Topics Jay Bhatt Talks Candidly About AEC Topics
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor A group of media representatives has a Q & A session with Jay Bhatt.
Helping Designers Move From the “What If” to the “What Else Helping Designers Move From the “What If” to the “What Else
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor This year’s General Session Keynote at Autodesk University discussed ways to make innovative designs.
Are You Ready for Autodesk University 2008? Are You Ready for Autodesk University 2008?
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Glimpse of 2008 AIA Compensation Report Glimpse of 2008 AIA Compensation Report
By The American Institute of Architects The AIA recently published its 2008 AIA Compensation Survey results. Learn more inside.
Day 1 Greenbuild 2008: The Green Revolution Begins Day 1 Greenbuild 2008: The Green Revolution Begins
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor ConnectPress updates readers on the opening day of Greenbuild 2008, taking place in Boston, MA.
The Autodesk Gallery: Showcasing the Creative Process The Autodesk Gallery: Showcasing the Creative Process
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The Autodesk Gallery features some of the most creative and innovative design processes in today’s design world.
Autodesk Releases 64-Bit Version of Revit Autodesk Releases 64-Bit Version of Revit
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Receive more memory capability for easier management of large BIM models with the 64-bit version of Revit.
Making the Case for Parallel Models Making the Case for Parallel Models
By Viktor Bullain, Director of Customer Implementations, Vico Software Vico Software’s Director of Customer Implementations identifies seven different BIM use cases and how BIM can benefit projects.
Interoperability Orchestrates BIM Interoperability Orchestrates BIM
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National Standard Key to BIM Future National Standard Key to BIM Future
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer Committee works to create open standard for sharing facility life-cycle data and benefiting anyone involved with projects at various stages.
2008 Building Information Modeling Roundup 2008 Building Information Modeling Roundup
By ConnectPress ConnectPress presents a collection of articles on building information modeling (BIM) in this special report.
The Wide World of BIM The Wide World of BIM
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer With BIM, AECO teams can view and change digital models early in the process.
Purpose Built for BIM Purpose Built for BIM
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer Learn about the latest picks in Building Information Modeling tools that integrate with the Autodesk Revit suite of products.
BIMStorm Planned At EcoBuild Fall in D.C. BIMStorm Planned At EcoBuild Fall in D.C.
By Staci Matlock ConnectPress Staff Writer ONUMA, Inc. uses interactive BIMStorm to teach building professionals the collaborative advantages of BIM in real time.
Growing with BIM: Burt Hill’s Decade-Plus Learning Curve Growing with BIM: Burt Hill’s Decade-Plus Learning Curve
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer Burt Hill’s Director of Research Mark Dietrick talks about the international A/E firm’s decade-long fine-tuning of BIM to fit the company’s specific needs.
Planning for Green Efficiency: IES’ VE Software Planning for Green Efficiency: IES’ VE Software
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AutoCAD Revit Architecture Suite 2009.1 AutoCAD Revit Architecture Suite 2009.1
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BIM Adoption – Catalyzed by Industry Trends BIM Adoption – Catalyzed by Industry Trends
Erin Hoffer and Brad Horst discuss key trends driving BIM adoption, the role of Revit Architecture and even offer a few tips on transitioning to BIM.
Autodesk and Bentley Pen New Interoperability Agreement Autodesk and Bentley Pen New Interoperability Agreement
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress writer Joint agreement aims to put a dent in AEC software interoperability challenge.
Surviving the Green Building Certification Maze Surviving the Green Building Certification Maze
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer This review looks at the major green building certification systems, their costs and how they stack up to each other.
Green Acronym Soup: Certification and Standards Green Acronym Soup: Certification and Standards
By Marilyn Pitts From LEED to Green Globes to ISO, ASHRAE and NABCEP, ConnectPress looks at green building standards and certification acronyms and “green” titles.
LEED Certification – What’s It All About? LEED Certification – What’s It All About?
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress writer Greater energy and water efficiency plus other green qualities characterize buildings designed and built according to LEED standards.
Top Green States Regulate LEED Standards Top Green States Regulate LEED Standards
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress writer New projects must meet the EPA Energy Star Cool Roof program along with meeting basic LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) standards.
Encouraging Green Incentives: AIA’s Sustainability Report Encouraging Green Incentives: AIA’s Sustainability Report
by Marilyn Pitts The AIA’s report on state and local government incentives to boost green building looks at barriers and highlights successful implementation.
Greener Counties: AIA Report Looks at Sustainability Leaders Greener Counties: AIA Report Looks at Sustainability Leaders
By Marilyn Pitts The AIA's Local Leaders in Sustainability: Green Counties looks at what counties are doing to encourage and development green building programs.
The Economics of LEED-EB: A White Paper Looks at the Costs The Economics of LEED-EB: A White Paper Looks at the Costs
Leonardo Academy’s white paper reveals that there are many low-cost and no-cost sustainability actions for existing buildings.
Going For Green Not LEED: Garthwaite Center Going For Green Not LEED: Garthwaite Center
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer Garthwaite Center for Science and Art achieved LEED Platinum eligibility by following LEED guidelines, but opted for more green features, not LEED certification.
Turning Green: Santa Fe, NM Reenergizes Building Codes Turning Green: Santa Fe, NM Reenergizes Building Codes
By Staci Matlock, Connect Press Staff Writer Santa Fe, N.M., is evaluating how it can make its existing building codes more green.
Porchscapes-Tomorrow’s Greener Neighborhood Porchscapes-Tomorrow’s Greener Neighborhood
By Staci Matlock ConnectPress Staff Writer Porchscapes, a Low Impact Development and a pilot LEED-ND project, is a 10-acre housing development design for Habitat for Humanity in Arkansas.
Knowing Your Stuff Knowing Your Stuff
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Learn about some of the certification programs for green building and solar professionals.
2008 Green Building Standards and Certification Roundup 2008 Green Building Standards and Certification Roundup
Compiled by ConnectPress Staff This special report looks at how leaders in the industry are developing and fulfilling certification and standard requirements.
New Acquisitions Boost Building Performance Analysis New Acquisitions Boost Building Performance Analysis
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Hear what Autodesk representatives Jay Bhatt and John Kennedy had to say about the new Autodesk acquisitions of Ecotect and Green Building Studio.
HP’s DreamColor Display not just for the Animation Industry HP’s DreamColor Display not just for the Animation Industry
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Color-accurate monitor is affordable and boasts more than 1 billion colors in a 30-bit, LED- backlit display.
Surviving the Green Building Certification Maze Surviving the Green Building Certification Maze
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer This review looks at the major green building certification systems, their costs and how they stack up to each other.
Autodesk FBX-Based Revit Architecture 2009 to 3ds Max Design Autodesk FBX-Based Revit Architecture 2009 to 3ds Max Design
By Autodesk Learn how to use Revit Architecture 2009 with Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2009 for the ultimate visualization experience in this new white paper.
Autodesk Increases Visualization Options for AEC Autodesk Increases Visualization Options for AEC
ConnectPress Senior Editor Rita Stange Learn about the new visualization software tailored specifically for the AEC and other Autodesk visualization tools.
HP Blade Workstation Solutions HP Blade Workstation Solutions
By Hewlett Packard Rethink your CAD environment. The new HP Blade Workstation brings a whole new way to deliver a high-security, design-intensive CAD Environment.
Get Autodesk’s Visualization Software Under Your Belt Get Autodesk’s Visualization Software Under Your Belt
By ConnectPress Staff Writer Lauren Browne Whether you are a novice or an expert, getting a grasp on your visualization software is overwhelming. Autodesk aids the learning process.
Communicating Design Intent with Visualization Tools Communicating Design Intent with Visualization Tools
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Senior Editor A briefing of some of the most popular software applications for creating photo-realistic images or non-photo-realistic (NPR) images.
Landscape Generation Tools for Visualizing Communities Landscape Generation Tools for Visualizing Communities
By ConnectPress Senior Editor Rita Stange Today's software tools have simulation capabilities to aid in eliminating errors, estimating cost and analyzing energy consumption.
Integrated Environmental Solutions: Interpreting Performance Integrated Environmental Solutions: Interpreting Performance
by Kevin Settlemyre, IES Associate Director Interpreting Performance Analysis Results, which is another way of saying – “stepping into the numbers” to not only understand what they mean, but which ones are important.
Glowing With Green Success: Yale's Sculpture Building Glowing With Green Success: Yale's Sculpture Building
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer AIA COTE 2008 Top Ten Green Projects winner--the Yale University Sculpture Building and Gallery--is designed to maximize sunlight for natural lighting.
NavisWorks 2009 NavisWorks 2009
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Senior Editor An interview with Autodesk Director of NavisWorks Business Line Peter Thompson on what's new in NavisWorks 2009 and its role in BIM.
New National CAD Standard Debuts New National CAD Standard Debuts
By Ed Lowe, Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) The AIA, CSI, and NIBS have released the latest version of the National CAD Standard.
Ecology Meets Technology: Ecobuild America Ecology Meets Technology: Ecobuild America
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer Ecology meets technology at the annual combined Ecobuild America and AEC-Science and Technology Conference and Expo in Anaheim, Calif. from May 19-22.
Green Focus: NAHB’s Annual Green Building Conference Green Focus: NAHB’s Annual Green Building Conference
By Marilyn Pitts The 10th annual NAHB National Green Building Conference focused on green building for the residential building and remodeling industry.
Incorporating Green: A Preview of the 2008 AIA Convention Incorporating Green: A Preview of the 2008 AIA Convention
By Marilyn Pitts There are plenty of opportunities to check out the latest in green building design and products at the AIA 2008 Convention in Boston this week.
QuickARC Custom Models QuickARC Custom Models
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress With QuickARC’s online quoting system you can get instant quotes within minutes and physical models within days.
Strengthening Leadership in the AEC Industry Strengthening Leadership in the AEC Industry
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Applied Software acquires Imaging Technologies to expand expertise and Autodesk sales in the Southeastern region.
Celebrating Earth Day in the AEC Celebrating Earth Day in the AEC
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Learn about some of the events taking place for Earth Day for planners, builders, designers and urban thinkers such as the 2008 EcoCity World Summit.
Just Shipped! Revit Architecture 2009 Just Shipped! Revit Architecture 2009
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Find out what’s new in Revit Architecture 2009.
Flomerics Helps Bronswerk Develop 'Green' Coolers, Fans Flomerics Helps Bronswerk Develop 'Green' Coolers, Fans
By Flomerics Bronswerk uses Flomeric's EFD.Pro, an engineering fluid dynamics software, to develop new air-cooled coolers and innovative fans with "green" potential.
Autodesk Expands Energy Analysis Portfolio Autodesk Expands Energy Analysis Portfolio
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Get details about how the acquisition of Carmel Software products will impact Autodesk and its customers.
Eying Solar Energy Eying Solar Energy
By Marilyn Pitts One component of energy analysis is evaluation of potential solar electric power system usage and assessment of passive solar energy.
2008 Energy Analysis Roundup 2008 Energy Analysis Roundup
By ConnectPress ConnectPress is proud to present this special report on energy analysis, including a Vendor’s directory.
Energy Analysis Tools Boost Efficiencies Energy Analysis Tools Boost Efficiencies
By ConnectPress Staff Writers Learn about some of the options for determining a building's total energy use.
Recycled Energy Development Recycled Energy Development
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Find out how the company RED, founded by Thomas Casten, helps manufacturing companies capture and reuse waste energy from manufacturing processes.
Chartwell School Goes Platinum Chartwell School Goes Platinum
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Find out how the commitment to build the best learning environment lead Chartwell School to achieve LEED Platinum certification.
Architecture 2030 Architecture 2030
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Learn about New Mexico architect Edward Mazria's proposal to make all new buildings carbon neutral by 2030.
Sea Level Rise Viewed With Digital Flood Map Sea Level Rise Viewed With Digital Flood Map
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress A bird’s eye view of flooded cities to help make the potential impact of sea level rise resonate with people.
Get Ready for RevitCommunity.com Launch Get Ready for RevitCommunity.com Launch
By Dan Raker, Founder, ConnectPress RevitCommunity.com is launching in April. Are you ready? Here's how you can join the Community.
Highlights From Autodesk World Press Day '08 Highlights From Autodesk World Press Day '08
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Staff Writer Learn about new trends, product enhancements and more in this event report.
ConnectPress Launches Revit Community ConnectPress Launches Revit Community
ConnectPress gets ready to launch a website for Revit Architecture users and AEC professionals. Join the Revit Community today!
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