PRO-CAD
3DSMART V2003 simplifies 3D piping design
Posted: 18 September 2003
PRO-CAD Software Ltd develops piping design applications for AutoCAD
users.
With a comprehensive list of products, PRO-CAD is unique in its
coverage of piping design software for 2D drafting and 3D modeling.
Customers of PRO-CAD range from a large resource and engineering
firms to small and medium sized companies involved in piping design
in 35 countries.
PRO-CAD released 3DSMART V2003 on September 17, 2003. The new release
is a result of extensive effort includes new features and refinements
to improve and simplify 3D piping design efficiency.
The new release includes three editions designed to fit the specific
needs of companies ranging from a single person operation to large
engineering firms. The three editions are:
Personal Edition (PE): The Personal Edition is a standalone, non-networked
application that is most suitable for companies with a single user.
Apart from offering complete 3DSMART functionality, the Personal
Edition offers simplified project management tools. This edition
requires MSDE (Microsoft Database Engine) for its database system.
Small Business Edition (SBE): This edition is designed to provide
solutions for small and medium-size companies with up to 10 users.
It features simplified network management and requires minimal support
and maintenance from IT personnel. The SBE includes all the functional
features found in the Enterprise Edition. This edition requires
SQL Server for its database system for network installations. If
the software is installed in a non-network configuration, MSDE (Microsoft
Database Engine) can be used as an alternative to SQL Server.
Enterprise Edition (EE): This edition is designed for large installations
in excess of 10 users with substantial network traffic. It utilizes
the robust features of COM/COM+ to deliver information to all departments
in real-time. The Enterprise Edition utilizes Microsoft's SQL Server
for its database system.
3DSMART's pricing offers exceptional value to customers interested
in acquiring advanced database driven 3D design technology. The
value priced Starter Suite software bundle includes all the modules
needed to get you up-and-running with 3D modeling. The Starter Suite
bundle includes:
- Project Manager
- Specification Manager
- Modeler
- BOM Generator
- I-GEN (or Personal ISOGEN) for automated isometrics
- Roamer for 3D model walkthroughs
- Libraries for ANSI piping, structural steel, equipment, and
engines/compressors
- One year of Smart Care Maintenance Plan
For further information see:
http://www.procad-software.com/index_3d.asp
For pricing information:
http://www.procad-software.com/sales.asp
To download an evaluation version of the software, go to: http://www.procad-software.com/demos.asp

Posted by Richard Price,
Editor Pipeline Magazine
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