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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.
Sr Technical Specialist: BIM Most Exciting AEC Advancement Sr Technical Specialist: BIM Most Exciting AEC Advancement
Compiled by Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor MicroStation user Kenneth Holt gives insight on his industry role, specifically in regards to the I-94 Modified Arch Bridge project in Detroit.
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.
Details on V8i (SELECTseries 2) Updates Details on V8i (SELECTseries 2) Updates
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Bentley users have plenty to be excited about with the V8i (SELECTseries 2) software updates recently announced.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Data Management a Key Theme at Bentley Conference Data Management a Key Theme at Bentley Conference
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Bentley’s Be Together: The Be Communities LIVE Conference last week featured training in areas like ProjectWise and collaboration while working in 3D.
Inspect and Correct Multiple Design Files Quicker Inspect and Correct Multiple Design Files Quicker
By Steve Palmer, Axiom This tip will show how to instantly view and analyze MicroStation project data.
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.
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.
Be Together Conference to Feature How-to Sessions Be Together Conference to Feature How-to Sessions
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Read up on ConnectPress’ top picks on sessions featured at Bentley’s Be Together Conference taking place this week!
SmartGeometry Conference – The Unthinkable Came to Life SmartGeometry Conference – The Unthinkable Came to Life
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Here are some of our favorite images from this year's SmartGeometry conference. And look out for the sessions available soon.
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.
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.
What to Know about InRoads Suite V8i SS1 What to Know about InRoads Suite V8i SS1
By the Envision Group If you haven't checked out the latest version of InRoads SELECTSeries here are a few features that may get you excited about the release.
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 ConnectPress presents a collection of articles on types of alternative energy used in buildings, the role of software and more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Visualization’s Important Role Visualization’s Important Role
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor When the client didn’t see their vision in original renderings of a project, the design team reevaluated and took visualization to a new level.
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.
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.
Parsons Brinckerhoff Leads Light Rail Project Parsons Brinckerhoff Leads Light Rail Project
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Phoenix may be victim to urban sprawl, but the light rail project designed in MicroStation connects communities.
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.
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.
Salmon Swimming Upstream Can Now Bypass Dam Salmon Swimming Upstream Can Now Bypass Dam
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The USACE Portland District accomplishes feats in structural engineering with their Cougar Dam project designed in MicroStation.
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.
Working with Point Clouds to Become Easier Working with Point Clouds to Become Easier
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Find out about Bentley’s recent technology agreement with Pointools’ Vortex API engine and how it will affect the future of working with point clouds.
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.
Investing in Infrastructure, the Theme at Be Inspired Awards Investing in Infrastructure, the Theme at Be Inspired Awards
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Bentley’s awards conference focused on sharing best practices, investing in infrastructure and rewarding customers’ successes in Bentley software.
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.
Lessons Learned in Implementing BIM Lessons Learned in Implementing BIM
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Bentley customer and design firm Lionakis describe their process of how to successfully implement and see the benefits of BIM.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
No Conference…No Worries No Conference…No Worries
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Bentley offers users free online seminars to get more value out of their software.
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.
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O, once just thought of for servers actually has a place in the workstation market.
2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight 2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight
Compiled by ConnectPress ConnectPress takes an in depth look at advances in collaboration and interoperability in this collection of articles.
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.
Bentley's New ProjectWise Dynamic Plot Bentley's New ProjectWise Dynamic Plot
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Bentley Systems presented its latest collaboration tool, ProjectWise Dynamic Plot, in a recent press conference.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bentley Hosts Global Infrastructure Initiative Bentley Hosts Global Infrastructure Initiative
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Jack Cook of Bentley Systems discusses a recent event focused on helping delegates from around the world solve water infrastructure problems.
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.
Adaptable Design with GenerativeComponents V8i Adaptable Design with GenerativeComponents V8i
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor BSW’s Rob Snyder shows how GenerativeComponets (GC) solves design problems and Bentley’s Huw Roberts talks about GC and the SmartGeometry conference.
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.
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.
Bentley Demonstrates New Toolset for Structural Design Bentley Demonstrates New Toolset for Structural Design
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Ed Krkoska, plant product sales specialist, demonstrates the features available to users of Bentley Systems’ new ProSteel structural design tools.
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.
Bentley Takes Green Design to the Next Level Bentley Takes Green Design to the Next Level
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Find out about the launch of Bentley Systems line of software products to enhance sustainable design.
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.
Bentley Confronts the Changing Economic Environment Bentley Confronts the Changing Economic Environment
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor The latest on Bentley: BE Conference cancelled, new ProjectWise PDx Dynamic Review Service launch and updates from DaratechPlant 2009 Conference.
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.
ProjectWise Managed Workspaces – Part VI ProjectWise Managed Workspaces – Part VI
By Chris Pausch, KnowledgeBase Consulting Group In Part VI of Managed Workspaces, Chris Pausch shows you how to modify your personal workspace using tools in ProjectWise and MicroStation.
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.
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.
Make Time to LEARN Make Time to LEARN
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor A summary of the features available to Bentley customers who subscribe to the LEARN education program.
AutoTrack Optimizes Infrastructure Design AutoTrack Optimizes Infrastructure Design
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor AutoTrack helps users analyze traffic problems and has recently expanded their services in the United States.
V8i Offers Killer-App V8i Offers Killer-App
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Joe Croser of Bentley Systems discuses the enhanced interface capabilities and more in V8i.
KnowledgeBase Empowers ProjectWise Users KnowledgeBase Empowers ProjectWise Users
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Consulting company offers much-needed assistance to utility and infrastructure organizations.
HP Releases Updated Version of the Designjet 500 HP Releases Updated Version of the Designjet 500
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor HP offers a more intelligent large-format printer that is still affordable.
Saving Water with WaterCAD and WaterGEMS Saving Water with WaterCAD and WaterGEMS
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Utilities learn the value of an effective water infrastructure network.
2008 Large Format Printing Roundup 2008 Large Format Printing Roundup
By ConnectPress The new machines have upped the ante, offering more color choices, better energy efficiency and wider print capacity.
Optimal AEC Announces Version 4.0 of NetSPEX Software Optimal AEC Announces Version 4.0 of NetSPEX Software
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor NetSPEX offers CAD standards management over the internet with a client interface.
Océ Whitepaper: Why Green Business is Good Business Océ Whitepaper: Why Green Business is Good Business
By Océ Businesses everywhere are seeking out products and processes that enable them to minimize environmental impact and support a sustainable future.
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.
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.
Go with the Flow with Synergis’ Adept 8 Go with the Flow with Synergis’ Adept 8
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor With 17 years of experience, Synergis Software delivers document management solutions designed to help users leverage business and design content.
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.
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.
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 Learn all about BIM in this informative collection of articles.
Bentley BIM Tools Go Beyond Buildings Bentley BIM Tools Go Beyond Buildings
By Staci Matlock, ConnectPress Staff Writer Engineering giant CH2M Hill and partners use MicroStation to save salmon.
Interoperability Orchestrates BIM Interoperability Orchestrates BIM
By Mark Sawyer, CEO, Vico Software Find out why interoperability is key in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and how Vico Software addresses this.
IHEEP Conference 2008 IHEEP Conference 2008
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor ConnectPress reports on the annual 2008 International Highway Engineering Exchange Program (IHEEP) Conference, hosted by the NMDOT.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lochner Inc. Takes Home BE Award for Visualization Lochner Inc. Takes Home BE Award for Visualization
By ConnectPress Senior Editor Rita Stange Lochner Inc. has taken home a Bentley BE Awards of Excellence in the Communicating through Visualization category on the Fort Drum Connector project.
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.
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.
Become an Expert in Animating and Rendering in MicroStation Become an Expert in Animating and Rendering in MicroStation
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Staff Writer Learning the complex ins-and-outs of a software is a challenge, but Bentley has several types of classes to help users learn the ropes.
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.
Securing the Visual Mindshare with MicroStation Securing the Visual Mindshare with MicroStation
By ConnectPress Senior Editor Rita Stange A briefing on MicroStation visualization capabilities and what’s to come in Athens.
Sustaining Infrastructure: a Bentley White Paper Sustaining Infrastructure: a Bentley White Paper
By A.B. Cleveland, Jr., Senior Vice President, Bentley’s Applied Research Group Bentley users contribute to global sustainability today.
Highlights from Charm City: BE Conference 2008 Highlights from Charm City: BE Conference 2008
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Senior Editor Here's a breakdown of last week's events at Bentley System's annual conference. Hear from special guest Andrew Winston, co-author of Green to Gold.
What's Left for 2008: Bentley Reveals All (Almost) What's Left for 2008: Bentley Reveals All (Almost)
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Senior Editor Bentley Systems gives the crowd an earful during the BE Conference keynote presentations. Hear about the company's vision and plans for 2008.
What's Ahead for Bentley's Building Solutions What's Ahead for Bentley's Building Solutions
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Senior Editor Get an overview of Bentley's Building Solutions: GenerativeComponents, Bentley Architectural and Speedikon. Find out what's in store for Athens.
BE Conference 2008: Welcome Reception BE Conference 2008: Welcome Reception
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Senior Editor Live from Baltimore, Maryland-ConnectPress takes you to the exhibit hall floor for Bentley's welcome reception.
MicroStation Mania: BE Conference 2008 Coming Soon! MicroStation Mania: BE Conference 2008 Coming Soon!
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Bentley Systems annual user conference hits Baltimore next week. Get a glimpse of what's new this year and stay tuned for daily coverage too!
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.
Knowledge is Power Ezine - May 2008 Knowledge is Power Ezine - May 2008
KnowledgeBase Consulting Group KnowledgeBase Consulting Group dish out new ProjectWise tips in this new newsletter. Plus, hear about their plans for the BE Conference!
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.
Promoting Promise Promoting Promise
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Bentley promotes new electrical design software with weekly web seminars.
Intra-operability is Key in Bentley BrIM Initiative Intra-operability is Key in Bentley BrIM Initiative
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Bentley incorporates new BrIM initiative in an attempt to address the state of the bridge industry and traditional disconnection on projects.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Improving Building Performance with Bentley Solutions Improving Building Performance with Bentley Solutions
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Learn about the options Bentley offers for energy analysis testing, popular analysis methods and Bentley’s recent acquisition of Hevacomp.
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.
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.
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.
SmartGeometry2008 SmartGeometry2008
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress The SmartGeometry Conference made its way through Munich Germany, providing an opportunity for AEC professionals to learn about GenerativeComponents.
PLM Rapid Deployment Framework for a Global Application PLM Rapid Deployment Framework for a Global Application
Find out how Pentair is taking PLM beyond lean!
Wohlers Report 2007 Executive Summary Wohlers Report 2007 Executive Summary
By Terry Wohlers, Wohlers Associates Wohlers looks at the additive fabrication state of the industry in this annual worldwide progress report.
New Bentley Acquisitions Set the Stage for Design Innovation New Bentley Acquisitions Set the Stage for Design Innovation
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Learn how Bentley is addressing the needs of specific market segments through new acquisitions.
Lean PLM, The PLM Challenge to Enable the Lean Enterprise Lean PLM, The PLM Challenge to Enable the Lean Enterprise
Noted author Michael Kennedy outlines the way Toyota thinks, and calls for developers to fully support the test-and-design paradigm.
Bentley Addresses an Aging Infrastructure Bentley Addresses an Aging Infrastructure
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Staff Writer Get details about the new acquisition of LEAP Software.
Solid Decisions Solid Decisions
By David Ullman Why estimates are usually wrong.
Update on ProjectWise Lifecycle Server Update on ProjectWise Lifecycle Server
By Rita Stange This feature looks at new enhancements, examples of who is using and feedback Bentley has received on the latest release.
ConnectPress Embarks on New Era of Coverage & Reporting ConnectPress Embarks on New Era of Coverage & Reporting
By Dan Raker, ConnectPress Founder In Dan Raker’s latest column, we learn about Toyota and its relationship to CAD markets.
What’s in Store for the Plant Industry? What’s in Store for the Plant Industry?
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Staff Writer For those of us who couldn’t make it to this year’s Daratech conference Bentley Plant Global Marketing Director Anne-Marie Walters filled me in on some of the highlights.
Arup Australia Makes Out Big With BIM Arup Australia Makes Out Big With BIM
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Staff Writer Read about the BIM project that landed Arup a BE Award.
The Plane Truth The Plane Truth
By Protomold Rotational drafting design tips.
Teamwork Tips Teamwork Tips
By David Ullman Building accountability and avoiding groupthink.
daratechPLANT2008 daratechPLANT2008
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Staff Writer Attention plant industry professionals! The time has come for the 14th annual daratechPLANT2008 Conference January 28-30 in Houston, Texas.
Flat Out Impressive Flat Out Impressive
By Kirsten Fox Simplified flattened digital patterns with AccuPoint3D.
American Precision Prototyping American Precision Prototyping
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Jason Dickman co-owner of American Precision Prototyping explains the process of selective laser sintering.
Quickparts Talks SLA and the Future of Rapid Prototyping Quickparts Talks SLA and the Future of Rapid Prototyping
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Quickparts Vice President of Sales Patrick Hunter talks about the ups and downs of the stereolithography (SLA) process in rapid prototyping and more.
Differences in Rapid Prototyping and 3D Printing Differences in Rapid Prototyping and 3D Printing
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Dimension 3D Printing’s Jon Cobb talks about the differences in rapid prototyping and 3D printing-plus current trends and the future of 3D printing
Proto Labs Proto Labs
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer A summary of services offered by rapid manufacturer Proto Labs.
Industries Benefiting from Additive Fabrication Technology Industries Benefiting from Additive Fabrication Technology
By Terry Wohlers, Wohlers Associates Terry Wohlers shares some statistics from Wohlers Report 2007, an industry study focusing on the advances in additive fabrication technology.
Wohlers Talk: Design and Manufacturing in the Future Wohlers Talk: Design and Manufacturing in the Future
By Terry Wohlers, Wohlers Associates Terry Wohlers discusses how advances in additive fabrication will lead to a new wave of unimaginable design.
Cut from a Different Mold Cut from a Different Mold
By Kirsten Fox A look at rapid prototyping technologies that are at the forefront in academia and industry.
Solving the Prototyping Puzzle Solving the Prototyping Puzzle
By Kirsten Fox Read how 3D printing might be the right choice for you.
2008 Rapid Prototyping Roundup 2008 Rapid Prototyping Roundup
By ConnectPress Staff Just Out- Special Collection of Feature Articles on Rapid Prototyping!
Portfolio Management Portfolio Management
By David Ullman How to select a profitable project.
Through the Eyes of a 3D Printing Master Through the Eyes of a 3D Printing Master
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Get to know Stratasys CEO and Chairman Steven Scott Crump in this profile.
Meet Bentley's Melanie Lawson Meet Bentley's Melanie Lawson
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Meet the force behind Bentley's Marketing on the Structural Engineering Team.
Dealing with Uncertainty Dealing with Uncertainty
By David Ullman How Bayesian methods improve decision making.
How Many Ways Can You Learn Software? How Many Ways Can You Learn Software?
By Tom Lazear, Archway Systems Archway Systems CEO Tom Lazear discusses the need for training and the available options for learning about software.
Honored for Civil Innovation Honored for Civil Innovation
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Hear from BE award winners HNTB on how the company maximized efficiency of planning and designing training facilities in partnership with the USACE.
Avoiding CAD Interoperability Nightmares Avoiding CAD Interoperability Nightmares
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer ITI TranscenData's Jim Martin shares his expertise on CAD interoperablilty.
Horror Stories Contest Winner Horror Stories Contest Winner
By ConnectPress Staff Read the winning entry from our Horror Stories drawing.
The Bentley-Microsoft Partnership The Bentley-Microsoft Partnership
By Joe Croser, Bentley Systems ProjectWise integration of Microsoft SharePoint products and technologies turns browser interfaces into AEC project desktops.
Maximizing Collaboration Maximizing Collaboration
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer For small teams looking to communicate effectively on projects, Bentley Systems offers ProjectWise StartPoint.
CAD Management in the Deep End CAD Management in the Deep End
Submitted by Mark Couch, RGP Architects A first-hand account of navigating a complete CAD system renovation.
Bentley BIM Solutions vs. Autodesk Revit Bentley BIM Solutions vs. Autodesk Revit
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Bentley Systems battles the press in justifying BIM survey results in press briefing.
Achieving CAD Interoperability Achieving CAD Interoperability
Submitted by Howie Markson SpaceClaim Corporation This whitepaper examines the challenges of global product design and takes a look at how a CAD-neutral modification system addresses these issues.
2007 Education and Training Roundup 2007 Education and Training Roundup
Compiled by ConnectPress Staff In this special report learn about options for becoming a Professional Engineer, (PE) the Bentley Institute Five Star Rewards Program and more.
Reach for the Stars Reach for the Stars
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Not only do MicroStation users get the training they need but also receive credit from Bentley for doing it with the Star Rewards Program.
Seeking Professional Licensing? Seeking Professional Licensing?
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Get a crash course on becoming a Professional Engineer (PE) from the National Society of Professional Engineers.
Advice on Going from 2D to 3D Advice on Going from 2D to 3D
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Author of numerous CAD training manuals, Gary Louis Lamit, offers his insights into making the change from 2D to 3D.
Report: What's all the Fuss About Sustainable Design? Report: What's all the Fuss About Sustainable Design?
Submitted by Tom Lazear, CEO Archway Systems Archway Systems' Tom Lazear discusses the impact of sustainable design.
CAD Migration: Lessons from the Trenches CAD Migration: Lessons from the Trenches
Submitted by David Prawel Longview Advisors Inc. David Prawel offers advice on how to develop and implement a CAD migration methodology and follow through with it.
Training Is Key To Delivering State-of-the-Art Solutions Training Is Key To Delivering State-of-the-Art Solutions
Submitted by Bentley Systems CDM’s Raymond Kearney provides insight into his challenging and constantly evolving role as 3D/4D design technology guru.
Bentley LEARNing Bentley LEARNing
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Enhance your skills and get credit for it. Learn about the training services offered by Bentley Systems and chance to earn Star rewards.
User Wishlist Addressed in New Ram Structural System User Wishlist Addressed in New Ram Structural System
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Interested in being more productive in your job? Bentley recently released RAM Structural System Version 11.2 designed to increase structural engineers’ productivity.
Bentley’s Joe Croser Gets Personal Bentley’s Joe Croser Gets Personal
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer ConnectPress caught up with Joe Croser to learn a few things about the England-born lad that people may or may not know.
CellManager for V8 CellManager for V8
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer See what's new in Axiom's CellManager solution.
Mending MicroStation Mending MicroStation
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Axiom has been developing MicroStation software utilities since founded by CEO David Greenbaum in 1984.
Carrying Out Implementation Carrying Out Implementation
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Learn about the services of KnowledgeBase Consulting Group and the idea of the company's "grassroots" approach.
MicroStation V8 XM Enhancements in 2007 MicroStation V8 XM Enhancements in 2007
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Highlights of MicroStation's latest transformations.
Award-Winning Project Award-Winning Project
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer BE Award winners Vela VKE describe the project that landed them an award from Bentley Systems.
Sheet Metal Soars Sheet Metal Soars
By Kirsten Fox From architectural design and mechanical contracting to aeronautical production--it's everywhere.
The Sheet Metal Guy The Sheet Metal Guy
By John Myers ConnectPress Staff Writer Joe Bucalo talks about his many years working in the sheet metal industry in this feature story.
Faster Prototypes, Faster Sheet Metal Faster Prototypes, Faster Sheet Metal
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Jay Jacobs president of Rapid Sheet Metal talks about the origins and challenges of creating sheet metal prototypes in two weeks or less.
Mid-Continent MicroStation Community 2007 Conference Mid-Continent MicroStation Community 2007 Conference
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Don't miss the annual Mid-Continent MicroStation Community conference. Get all the details here.
Datakit: Est. 1994 Datakit: Est. 1994
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Get the scoop on CAD data exchange specialist Datakit.
LiveCycle Rights Management LiveCycle Rights Management
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Take a look at Adobe's LiveCycle Rights Management in this feature.
ProjectWise Navigator ProjectWise Navigator
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Learn how Bentley's newest addition to the ProjectWise Collaboration System may benefit you.
Proto Labs Proto Labs
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer A summary of services offered by rapid manufacturer Proto Labs.
Passport to Collaboration Passport to Collaboration
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Learn about the possibilities and benefits of the Bentley ProjectWise Passport.
2007 Data Translation Roundup 2007 Data Translation Roundup
ConnectPress presents our 2007 Roundup of Data Translation and Migration.
David Prawel on Interoperability David Prawel on Interoperability
By David Prawel, Longview Advisors Inc. This paper looks at the recent status of product data interoperability, and discusses recent technologies and trends in this important area.
Experiences of a Silver Sponsor at BE Europe Experiences of a Silver Sponsor at BE Europe
Exhibitor Cadventure open up on how the conference went in terms of leads and the return on investment.
COFES Runner-Up Essay: COFES Runner-Up Essay:
By John Schneeg Read why holistic computer education works.
COFES Award-Winning Essay: Vision for the Future COFES Award-Winning Essay: Vision for the Future
By Vladimir Saraev Learn what Senior Specialist Vladimir Saraev thinks are possible solutions to existing engineering problems.
The State of Data Translation The State of Data Translation
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Experts in the field shed light on the current state of data translation and migration and where it may be headed.
COFES Award-Winning Essay COFES Award-Winning Essay
By John Dello-Stritto Read Systems Engineer John Dello-Stritto's essay, CAD Today, A Vision Tomorrow.
Many Years with MicroStation Many Years with MicroStation
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Find out what this BE presenter and MicroStation user has done with all her experience.
Faces of BE Conference Europe: Day Three Faces of BE Conference Europe: Day Three
By Dan Raker, ConnectPress Staff So much to see - Another stroll through the exhibit hall in London.
HDS6000: The HDS6000: The
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer One might find Silver Sponsor, Leica Geosystems showing off the Leica HDS6000 at BE Conference Europe this year.
Cost-Benefit Analysis Cost-Benefit Analysis
Sumbitted by CADsmart ConnectPress picked this up at BE Conference Europe. Find out how to make significant productivity gains with these helpful tips from CADsmart.
Calculating the Cost-Benefit of Well Trained Users Calculating the Cost-Benefit of Well Trained Users
By Dan Raker, ConnectPress Staff with case study contribution by Rory Vance, Managing Director, CADsmart Put users to the test with CADsmart. Is your team using MIcroStation and ProjectWise to its fullest capability?
Configuring your MS/PW Workspace Configuring your MS/PW Workspace
Samir Haque, MicroStation Learning Content Manager teaches a hands-on version of Ideal Workspace Configuration at BE Conference Europe.
Faces of BE Conference Europe: Day Two Faces of BE Conference Europe: Day Two
By Dan Raker, ConnectPress Staff Meet more BE exhibitors, including Oce, Legion, Adobe and more.
The Cadventures of Stephen Holmes The Cadventures of Stephen Holmes
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Learn more about the BE presenter and find out what this MicroStation user does with his 18 years of experience.
BE Europe Conference Welcomes Cadventure BE Europe Conference Welcomes Cadventure
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Find out what UK reseller Cadventure dishes out at the conference.
BE Conference Europe Opens to a Crowd BE Conference Europe Opens to a Crowd
By Dan Raker, ConnectPress Staff Bentley’s BE Conference Europe took over London’s Hilton Metropole Hotel.
Faces of BE Conference Europe: Day One Faces of BE Conference Europe: Day One
By Dan Raker, ConnectPress Staff During the opening reception today at Bentley’s BE Conference Europe exhibitors got a chance to show off their wares to the crowd of attendees.
BE Europe: Monday Morning Keynote Highlights BE Europe: Monday Morning Keynote Highlights
By Dan Raker, ConnectPress Staff As this edition of MicroStation Connections goes to press, the opening plenary session of BE Europe just finished.
STEP Up STEP Up
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Read the history of the STEP format, which has become the ISO standard.
Ready to Launch Ready to Launch
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer BE Conference Europe is approaching. ConnectPress highlights some of this year's events and includes the full agenda.
Effective Collaboration Takes More than Software Effective Collaboration Takes More than Software
By David Prawel, Longview Advisors Inc. Consultant David Prawel explains what managers need to know to have effective collaboration.
Why is IGES Still Around After All These Years? Why is IGES Still Around After All These Years?
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer IGES was discontinued over 10 years ago, find out why it is still being used today.
Big on Learning Big on Learning
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Bentley Systems offered many options for educating attendees about their products and services at BE Conference 2007.
What's New with HP? What's New with HP?
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer The HP exhibit attracts many conference goers at the BE Conference in Los Angeles. Find out what the fuss is about.
CFD Increases in Popularity CFD Increases in Popularity
Submitted by Flomerics Flomerics has released the results of a recent survey investigating the opinions of mechanical design engineers regarding Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis.
Bentley Systems Presents: Tips & Tricks Special Feature Bentley Systems Presents: Tips & Tricks Special Feature
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Bentley Systems brought a panel of MicroStation users together to share tips and shortcuts.
Chief Technology Officer Talks Hardware Chief Technology Officer Talks Hardware
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Keith Bentley announced hardware recommendations and updates for MicroStation V8 XM.
3D Scanning Tips from MIT 3D Scanning Tips from MIT
By Nadav Aharony Learn tips from Nadav Aharony in MIT's Center for Bits and Atoms Fab Lab.
Exporting to a 3D DWF Exporting to a 3D DWF
By Jack Strongitharm Create a true 3D model from your Civil 3D design.
Bentley Software Update Bentley Software Update
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Bentley Systems reveals product plans and enhancemnets for 2008.
On the Scene: Altiva Software BE Conference 2007 On the Scene: Altiva Software BE Conference 2007
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Find out what Altiva Software had cooking on the show floor and CADconform users meeting.
It's a Wrap! It's a Wrap!
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer BE Conference 2007 packs up today. ConnectPress presents a picture page of some of the week's activities.
Live from Los Angeles: the Exhibit Hall Floor Live from Los Angeles: the Exhibit Hall Floor
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Take a look at some of the exhibitors at the BE conference and get the scoop on what they were demonstrating.
BE Awards of Excellence BE Awards of Excellence
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Straight from Los Angeles: A preview of who won at the BE Awards of Excellence at the BE conference.
Opening Keynotes: It’s Time to Learn Opening Keynotes: It’s Time to Learn
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Bentley representatives take the stage for the opening keynote sessions. See what they had to say.
BE Conference 2007 Welcome Reception BE Conference 2007 Welcome Reception
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Meet some of the attendees from opening night in the exhibit hall.
At a Glance: BE Conference 2007 At a Glance: BE Conference 2007
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Join ConnectPress and Bentley users in Los Angeles, Calif. for this year's BE Conference 2007. It's coming soon. See what's in store here.
Looking Back at How 3D Has Propelled the World Forward Looking Back at How 3D Has Propelled the World Forward
By Kirsten Fox A brief glimpse of the history of rapid prototyping and reverse engineering, and what it means to engineers today.
3D Scanning Overview 3D Scanning Overview
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer We present an overview on 3D scanning, summarizing what it is and how it is used.
Services in 3D Scanning Services in 3D Scanning
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Find out what products and services companies have to offer for laser scanning, including laser scanners from FARO, Geomagic solutions and more.
Sorting the Pile of Sticks with PLM Sorting the Pile of Sticks with PLM
By Peter Nolan Columnist Peter Nolan reveals how PLM software is the competitive advantage-the smarts and the brawn-that makes you the last man standing.
3D Scanning Trends 3D Scanning Trends
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Industry professionals weigh in on the future of 3D scanning.
AIIM Conference & Expo AIIM Conference & Expo
By Rita Stange AIIM Conference & Expo has come along way in its 54 years from a "how to file" show to how to look at document management.
Federal Mapping Lawsuit Concerns Industry Federal Mapping Lawsuit Concerns Industry
By Kirsten Fox Learn why some industry members fear a federal mapping lawsuit could restrict contracts
New Dimensions in Technical Documentation New Dimensions in Technical Documentation
By Mark Thomas, CTO and President, Right Hemisphere The President of Right Hemisphere points out some of the challenges developers of technical documentation face.
Bentley's Education Program Bentley's Education Program
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer A feature story on Bentley's program to encourage students to take an interest in engineering.
2007 Printing: Utilities, Networks and Large Format Roundup 2007 Printing: Utilities, Networks and Large Format Roundup
This year’s Printing Roundup includes a number of articles and case studies on some of the key players in the industry.
Calling the Shots Calling the Shots
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Want complete control of document files passed along to the supply chain? Find out how in this feature on Adobe LiveCycle Policy Server.
Top 10 Trends Top 10 Trends
Submitted by Océ See how the changes of technical document workflow of the AEC is affecting the reprographics industry.
IDEAL Solutions for Design Organization and Printing IDEAL Solutions for Design Organization and Printing
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer IDEAL meets customer demands with Online PlanRooms and MyArchiveCenter.com for sharing large documents.
Footprints: Progress in Large-Format Printing Footprints: Progress in Large-Format Printing
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Find out what the spokespersons for the top printer companies are saying about the market. Also get a preview of some of the latest large-format printers.
Portable CAD Workstations Portable CAD Workstations
By Laura Cooper, NextComputing Marketing Manager NextComputing tackles the issue of how to combine workstation functionality with laptop portability.
John Stark Helps you Avoid Common Pitfalls of PLM John Stark Helps you Avoid Common Pitfalls of PLM
By John Stark John Stark explains how you can avoid ten of the most common traps PLM users fall into.
Staying Compliant Staying Compliant
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Having trouble keeping track of all the software in the company? Get a few tips in this feature on license compliance.
Why is PLM So Hard to Get Right? Why is PLM So Hard to Get Right?
Submitted by David Prawel, Longview Advisors Inc. This is the first edition of a new monthly column “3D Ubiquity”, covering applications of 3D technology.
Designing, Sharing and Managing Data with Bentley Products Designing, Sharing and Managing Data with Bentley Products
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Staff Writer Get a briefing of the Bentley data management and BIM offerings here.
Got BIM? Got BIM?
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Get an introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM)and some of the happenings going on in the industry.
Design Robots for a Living Design Robots for a Living
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer Worcester Polytechnic Institute offers the nation's first robotics engineering program degree.
Spider Bots! Spider Bots!
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer They crawl like spiders! They make noise like birds! They hunt like ants! They are Spider-bots!
HP Tells Users Why They Should Buy an HP Workstation HP Tells Users Why They Should Buy an HP Workstation
Submitted by HP Find out how HP workstations are designed with innovative features that can improve the overall users’ experience.
2007 Hardware Overview 2007 Hardware Overview
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer The 2007 ConnectPress Hardware Roundup is here! Get all the details on portable workstations and how multi-core processors are changing the market!
Co-op Program Prepares Students for Real World Jobs Co-op Program Prepares Students for Real World Jobs
By Rita Stange ConnectPress Staff Writer See how students have a chance to get their hands dirty while attending the School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of the Pacific.
Engineers On The Scene Engineers On The Scene
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Engineers use CAD and sophisticated analysis techniques to recreate accident scenes.
Analysis Returns National Treasure to Public Analysis Returns National Treasure to Public
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Browser Update Cause Disruptions Browser Update Cause Disruptions
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2006 Education and Training Roundup 2006 Education and Training Roundup
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Five Star Rewards Five Star Rewards
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Engine on a Chip Promises to Best the Battery Engine on a Chip Promises to Best the Battery
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Get the Whole Story Behind the Q&A Here Get the Whole Story Behind the Q&A Here
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Got questions about Product Lifecycle Management? Got questions about Product Lifecycle Management?
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From the Exhibit Hall at the 2006 MSC VPD Conference From the Exhibit Hall at the 2006 MSC VPD Conference
By: Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Staff. MSC.Software hosted the 2006 Virtual Product Development conference in Huntington Beach, Calif.
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Now CAD,CAM and CAE Can All WorkTogether! Now CAD,CAM and CAE Can All WorkTogether!
Submitted by VCollab VCollab software delivers high-performance visualization of multidisciplinary product engineering data using a single lightweight viewing technology.
The 3D Viewer Wars Ain't Over For These Guys. The 3D Viewer Wars Ain't Over For These Guys.
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Document Process Management Document Process Management
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Bentley Releases MicroStation V8 XM, Enhances SELECT Bentley Releases MicroStation V8 XM, Enhances SELECT
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Bentley Announces 2006 BE Awards of Excellence Winners Bentley Announces 2006 BE Awards of Excellence Winners
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BE 2006 Conference Day 1 BE 2006 Conference Day 1
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Watching the Detectives Watching the Detectives
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CAD Data Translation Tips: 7 Alternatives to using IGES CAD Data Translation Tips: 7 Alternatives to using IGES
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Still No Magic Bullet Still No Magic Bullet
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Cool 3rd Party Tools Roundup Interview #3: GibbsCAM Cool 3rd Party Tools Roundup Interview #3: GibbsCAM
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CIMdata Reports PLM Market Growth Exceeds Forecasts CIMdata Reports PLM Market Growth Exceeds Forecasts
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Optimizing MCAD with Sun Workstations Optimizing MCAD with Sun Workstations
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Congratulations to Members Who Won Our Membership Contest Congratulations to Members Who Won Our Membership Contest
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Moving beyond the Limitations of Spreadsheets Moving beyond the Limitations of Spreadsheets
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BIM - Measures of Success BIM - Measures of Success
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BIM – Output BIM – Output
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A Look at The CAD Society A Look at The CAD Society
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Creating Better Designs Requires High Performance Creating Better Designs Requires High Performance
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Proper Graphics Card Essential When Considering Workstation Proper Graphics Card Essential When Considering Workstation
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Why Choose a Workstation? Why Choose a Workstation?
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A Look at BIM Training A Look at BIM Training
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Realizing the Potential of Color in 3D Printing Realizing the Potential of Color in 3D Printing
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Rapid Prototyping Technology Morphs to Comprehensive Design Rapid Prototyping Technology Morphs to Comprehensive Design
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Strong Industry Growth - Rapid Prototyping on the Incline Strong Industry Growth - Rapid Prototyping on the Incline
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Why Do We Need Project Portfolio Management (PPM)? Why Do We Need Project Portfolio Management (PPM)?
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What to Look for in Digital Parts Catalogs, Part 2 What to Look for in Digital Parts Catalogs, Part 2
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Z Corp. Announces Student Design Contest Winners Z Corp. Announces Student Design Contest Winners
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CAD Issues Challenge Parts Vendors CAD Issues Challenge Parts Vendors
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The 2005 Digital Parts Catalogs Roundup: An Introduction The 2005 Digital Parts Catalogs Roundup: An Introduction
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What to Look for in Digital Parts Catalogs What to Look for in Digital Parts Catalogs
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Product Visualization Across the Extended Enterprise Product Visualization Across the Extended Enterprise
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A Higher-Level View of Enterprise Data Assets A Higher-Level View of Enterprise Data Assets
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About the Beauty, Economy, and Innovation of Structural Art About the Beauty, Economy, and Innovation of Structural Art
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Day Four of BE 2005: A Time for Sharing Day Four of BE 2005: A Time for Sharing
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BE Conference 2005, Day Three: Getting Down to the Learning BE Conference 2005, Day Three: Getting Down to the Learning
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BE Conference 2005 Gets Underway BE Conference 2005 Gets Underway
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BE Conference 2005: A Time for Learning … and Unlearning BE Conference 2005: A Time for Learning … and Unlearning
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Invention is Not Innovation: Sir Harold Evans at COE 2005 Invention is Not Innovation: Sir Harold Evans at COE 2005
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The SUMMIT 2005: PLM Spending Increases Despite Confusion The SUMMIT 2005: PLM Spending Increases Despite Confusion
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Adesso CyberTablets First in Series on Digitizer Tablets Adesso CyberTablets First in Series on Digitizer Tablets
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The 2005 PDM Roundup The 2005 PDM Roundup
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Bentley Adds 3D PDF Generation to MicroStation Bentley Adds 3D PDF Generation to MicroStation
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Happy New Year - and Thanks! Happy New Year - and Thanks!
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A CAD Engineer’s Holiday Wish List A CAD Engineer’s Holiday Wish List
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2004 Education and Training Roundup 2004 Education and Training Roundup
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When This User Group Talks, Bentley Listens When This User Group Talks, Bentley Listens
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AEC Design Practice Survey Finds Increased Use of 3D, BIM AEC Design Practice Survey Finds Increased Use of 3D, BIM
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Can Engineers Cook? Just Ask Michael Chu Can Engineers Cook? Just Ask Michael Chu
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Software Piracy: Why You Should Care Software Piracy: Why You Should Care
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Hardware Roundup Hardware Roundup
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Fast, Affordable 3D Printers Expand Uses for RP Fast, Affordable 3D Printers Expand Uses for RP
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