InfiniteSkills - AutoCAD LT 2012 Tutorial Video Course Provides Practical Introduction to Drafting and Design

(PRWEB) November 27, 2011

InfiniteSkills Inc has released a new AutoCAD LT 2012 training video course to assist beginners in learning the fundamentals of drawing, editing, printing and sharing CAD projects in a professional environment. The 108 lesson series also includes tips on efficiency and productivity, emphasizing industry best practices and effective data management.

AutoCAD LT 2012 Tutorial Video - Training Course

?Because AutoCAD LT is a more affordable version of the program, it?s the one that a lot of beginners start out with,? said Colin Boyd, sales director for InfiniteSkills. ?So with the same approach used in our massively popular AutoCAD tutorial series, we?ve created a perfect guide to 2D design in LT, going from the ground up.?

The multi-part AutoCAD LT training course is presented by Brian Benton, a leading author, trainer and expert AutoCAD user known throughout the CAD community and at his site Cad-a-Blog. Benton has drawn from his extensive knowledge of the program to design a course that teaches fundamental concepts first and then builds to topics and techniques of increasing complexity.

The first lessons in the AutoCAD LT course focus on installation and configuration, new features and the AutoCAD interface, providing a thorough understanding of how the software?s tools can be accessed during a project. Next, the training moves through basic operations and drawing tools, teaching camera controls, methods of measurement and how to create basic lines and shapes, ensuring that they not only look right but also match the scale necessary for the final design. The course moves through editing tools, layers and blocks, which allow users to recreate similar objects again and again without redrawing. Finally, the course also covers annotation, printing and publishing, with step-by-step guidelines for creating accessible documents that professional engineers and contractors will readily understand.

?This is not just a walkthrough of AutoCAD features, but a great way of learning how the program can be used to get real work done,? said Chris Johns, InfiniteSkills content coordinator. ?Brian encourages users to think about challenges the AutoCAD way, and shows how to complete each major stage of design in an efficient, organized way.?

The course includes usable work files that match the video lessons from each chapter. These examples put previously explained concepts into practice and build on one another, culminating in the design of a small movie theater that meets realistic specifications.

The AutoCAD LT 2012 Tutorial Video by InfiniteSkills can be ordered to own on CD / DVD or instantly downloaded from the training product website. All 108 lessons can be viewed on Windows or Mac computers, and both editions of the course retail for $ 99.95. Further information and 24 free demo lessons can be found on the tutorial page.

http://www.infiniteskills.com/training/learning-autocad-lt-2012.html

About InfiniteSkills Inc

InfiniteSkills provides practical training videos on the most highly demanded professional software and programming languages in the world. With an expanding library of affordable courses, the company has established itself as a premiere content provider for technology education.

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CAD Hatch Pattern Library for AutoCAD 2012 Now Contains 365 Shapes

Bend, OR (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

SimpleCAD.com recently announced a new updated version of their AutoCAD Hatch Pattern Library for AutoCAD? 2012.

The 365 Hatch Patterns (more commonly referred to as 100 Plus Hatch Patterns) is a supplement to the exiting patterns found within AutoCAD?.

As the name implies there are exactly 365 AutoCAD? patterns that contain repeating shapes that depict wood, stone, brick, tile, concrete and more.

SimpleCAD Director Erik Z, explains "A few years back, this hatch library was referred to as 100 Plus, but since then the collection has grown to 365 hatch patterns. Now we just like to call it 365 Hatch Patterns. We are always happy to inform users that every year the library is updated to run with the latest Autodesk release."

AutoCAD Hatch patterns consist of line segments, dots, and gaps between each object. The 100 plus library allows you fill an area or boundary in your drawing using these predefined shapes.

An accessible pull-down is also provided containing 20 vertical menus each with thumbnails. Users can pick and choose the hatch they require and then apply then to regions in their drawing. Clicking on each thumbnail invokes the AutoCAD? Hatch command along with the associate name hatch pattern.

Updated instructions are included along with appropriate AutoCAD? 2012 CUI and menus files, Earlier AutoCAD? versions are also supported. A path will need to be added to the AutoCAD? search path. Once menus are loaded, a top-level menu bar named "100 Plus" appears which in turn activates a drop-down menu.

Erik describes "A feature that AutoCAD? users will appreciate is ease of the installation. There is no editing of existing .pat files. Users will discover the 365 Hatch Library listed within the ?Custom? hatch pattern option within a few minutes."

Erik also clarifies "Even those using AutoCAD? LT or older versions of AutoCAD? can also install the library without any compatibility problems."

In addition each hatch slide has a name which corresponds to the patterns name. A printable drawing is also included for quick reference which includes the drawing of each pattern and it's associated name.

The software is intended for use on one computer/workstation only. Although multiple copies or site licenses are also available at a nominal fee.

Users can also can use the hatch library with all versions of AutoCAD? or AutoCAD? LT.

About SimpleCAD.com

SimpleCAD is a CAD software repository for both AutoCAD and IntelliCAD software. They have been active n the AutoCAD industry for 25 years. SimpleCAD offers a large resource of Block Libraries, Hatch Collections and Piping / Engineering tools.

SimpleCAD.com can be reached at 877-933-3929 8-5 Pac Time or by emailing mail(at)simplecad(dot)com

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Mech-Q Engineering Add-On Ready for IntelliCAD 2012

Bend, OR (PRWEB) December 20, 2011

ASVIC has recently updated their flagship engineering application called Mech-Q for both BricsCAD and ZWCAD 2012. Other product features have also been added.

Mech-Q is a AutoCAD? and AutoCAD? LT add-on that runs inside the CAD application. It integrates directly into the top menu and toolbars. Through the program, designers and drafters can develop CAD engineering drawings to fit their requirements.

But now Mech-Q allows engineering companies to take advantage of other CAD alternatives like BricsCAD and ZWCAD and still have the same engineering tools found in Mech-Q for AutoCAD.

CAD users who choose BricsCAD or ZWCAD typically save up to $ 3500 per copy as compare to other software such as AutoCAD? Full Version which currently retails for about $ 4000 at Autodesk.com.

Owner Victor Abela explains, "after a recent phone survey conducted here at CADavenue, we discovered that many offices were re-thinking their CAD choices. Many reported that using IntelliCAD products to cut down on company overhead and business costs."

The recent update is an improved Mech-Q 2012 that will run inside many IntelliCAD 2012 products including BricsCAD and ZWCAD 2012. In addition many new parts like Fabricated Sprockets and Flexible Duct elbows have been added into the software.

"Users response to Mech-Q 2012 has been very positive," says Victor. "Many of our customers that currently use Mech-Q Suite for AutoCAD? appreciate the fact that our add-on can be easily ported over to the IntelliCAD platform."

Since 1992 ASVIC has developed and distributed engineering software and CAD add-ons for Mechanical, Piping, HVAC and Structural Steel Detailing companies worldwide.

Their Mech-Q add-on is now used by more than 25,000 engineering and drafting professionals in over 57 countries, world wide.

For additional information about Mech-Q an other Plant & Piping Software solutions, visit CADavenue.com on the Web at http://www.cadavenue.com or contact:

Erik Zetterberg

Tel: (888) 271-7121,

sales(at)cadavenue(dot)com

In Europe: sales(at)asvic(dot)eu

In Australia/Int'l: sales(at)asic(dot)com(dot)au

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NUITEQ and Lenovo Collaborate to Display the Future of Multi-Touch, Multi-User Solutions at the 2012 CES Show in Las Vegas

Las Vegas (USA), Beijng (China) and Skelleftea (Sweden) (PRWEB) January 10, 2012

Lenovo and NUITEQ announced today that they will be showcasing Lenovo's multi-touch multi-user solutions, with NUITEQ's award-winning multi-touch software product Snowflake Suite at the CES trade show, January 10 to 13.

Lenovo can be found at Murano 3201B, CP28, Venetian Palazzo Hositality Suites.

Lenovo approached NUITEQ to partner with for the CES show, to make a massive lasting impact for their multi-touch product line launch.

Lenovo today is bringing consumers a new way to work with multitouch screen technology on the versatile IdeaCentre A720 AIO PC. Lenovo is also introducing SimpleTap, an application that brings simplicity to the multitouch screen experience. Using advanced capacitive touch, the screens are sensitive and responsive to even the slightest touch of the finger. Lenovo also optimized the firmware to help compensate for slightly imprecise taps on the screen, such as when closing a window or navigating the Start menu, helping make navigation easier for users. To combat fingerprints, an anti-fingerprint coating helps keep smudges at bay and the screen clean.

NUITEQ's award-winning multi-touch software solution, Snowflake Suite comes off the shelf with around 30 multi-touch software applications including games, media viewers, presentation and creative tools and other applications that leverage the usage of multi-user multi-input human computer interaction. One out of many benefits that Snowflake offers is the fact that the entire look and feel of the software can be customized by the end user to give it their own branded look and feel, without the need of any programming. Users can simply change backgrounds, logo's, images, videos, 3d models etcetera. Furthermore, Snowflake comes with an API and SDK that allows software developers to create their own multi-touch applications.

"We are delighted to partner with NUITEQ for the launch of our new multi-touch enabled AIO product line. Their industry leading multi-touch software succesfully showcases the wide range of capabilities of our new product offerings," says Sean Liu, Lenovo Senior Product Manager.

"Lenovo extensively researched the multi-touch software market and found Snowflake Suite the best solution available, to showcase the multi-user multi-touch capabilities of their products," says Harry van der Veen, CEO of NUITEQ. "Lenovo has an amazing multi-touch product range, so we are very excited to partner with them for the CES show and we look forward to a long and fruitful business relationship between our companies."

Snowflake is the industry leading multitouch software solution that is used worldwide in over 45 countries in a wide variety of industries including Consumer Electronics, Public Spaces, Education, Entertainment, Exhibition/Events, Real Estate, Museums, Retail -stores and shop windows, Interactive advertisement, Digital signage and other market verticals and segments.

About NUITEQ

NUITEQ is a 2010 Red Herring 100 Global award-winning multi-touch software technology company, that enables users to interact with touch screens using multiple fingers simultaneously.

Late 2010, the company was awarded the 10th Most Promising Tech Startup in the World by Guidewire Group.

NUITEQ's vision is to improve the way people interact with technology, by creating rich engaging user interface experiences.

Visit http://www.nuiteq.com for more information.

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Petplan Pet Insurance Selects Short List for 2012 Veterinarian of the Year Awards

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PRWEB) January 17, 2012

Petplan pet insurance, America?s No. 1-rated pet insurance provider, is delighted to announce its short list for the 2012 ?Vet of the Year Award.? Nearly 2,000 nominations were received from pet parents nationwide since autumn of last year.

The short list includes:

????Dr. Chris Berg, Rancho Regional Veterinary Hospital ? Rancho Cucamonga, CA
????Dr. Nancy Bureau, Alpine Hospital for Animals ? Boulder, CO
????Dr. Matt Hennessey, Jersey Village Animal Hospital ? Houston, TX
????Dr. William Latter, All Creatures Animal Clinic ? Lakeland, FL
????Dr. Corinne Majeska, Companion Pet Hospital ? Philadelphia, PA
????Dr. Richard Palmquist, Centinella Animal Hospital ? Sherman Oaks, CA
????Dr. Gary Richter, Montclair Veterinary Hospital ? Oakland, CA
????Dr. Alan Stewart, San Francisco Veterinary Specialists ? San Francisco, CA
????Dr. Thomas Wiles, Pittsburgh Spay and Vaccination Clinic ? Pittsburgh, PA
????Dr. Erin Wilson, Dr. Shipps Animal Hospital (The Amanda Foundation) ? Beverly Hills, CA

These veterinarians were selected because they exemplify Petplan?s core values of providing an exceptional level of care to pets and exemplary customer service to ?wow? pet parents.

Three finalists and one winner will be chosen by Petplan?s accomplished Vet Awards judging panel, comprised of prominent pet health professionals and veterinarians. The names of the finalists will be announced in February, and the winner will be notified in early March.

The winning veterinarian and his or her guest will be flown, all expenses paid, to the UK in April to accept their award at the Petplan Vet of the Year Awards, held in tandem with the 2012 World Veterinary Congress and hosted by Petplan UK ? the world?s oldest and largest pet insurance provider and Petplan?s sister company.

ABOUT PETPLAN

Top-rated pet insurance provider, Petplan, is the only pet insurance company to have been included on Inc. Magazine?s list of 500 fastest-growing, privately held companies in America. Petplan?s fully customizable policies provide coverage for all hereditary and congenital conditions for the life of the pet as standard, and meet the coverage requirements and budget for pets of all/any age. Petplan policies are underwritten by AGCS Marine Insurance Company, a member of the Allianz Group, rated A+ by A.M. Best (2010). For information, about Petplan pet insurance, visit http://www.GoPetplan.com or call 1-866-467-3875.

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