ZW3D 2012 Service Pack 1 Available

By DE Editors

ZWSOFT has released ZW3D 2012 Service Pack 1 to customers. The release enables 30 new functions and more than 180 improvements to existing 3D CAD/CAM features.
 
Service Pack 1 provides enhancements in the areas of visualization, data exchange, design, CAM, and post-processing. Highlights include the addition of more post-processors for CAM operations, curve construction based on equations, and better support for AMD/ATI graphics boards.
 
Improved visualization and collaboration allow two copies of ZW3D to run at the same time. The new type of PDF is added and ZW3D files can be saved in PDF format. For better visualization, lines under one pixel are now thickened automatically, dimension elements have more options for colors customization, and support for graphics boards from AMD is improved.
 
More efficient design is made possible through new equation-based curves that can be generated from more than 70 supplied equations, according to the company. Curves can be defined by three different coordinate methods. Patterns now support punches, and can be accurately applied to closed curves and surfaces.

Enhanced support for manufacturing includes easier geometry alignments, improved parting lines from silhouettes, and more split face options. For turning operations, calculations are speedier, collision avoidance is improved, and dual spindles are supported.

For more information, visit ZWSOFT.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.