ZWSOFT Unveils beta program for ZW3D 2012 Software

By DE Editors

ZWSOFT unveiled the beta program for its forthcoming ZW3D 2012, its CAD/CAM software for all types of 3D modeling and machining. This new release promises significant improvements, with a special focus on increased modeling efficiency and advanced CAM operations as well as a new ribbon interface. More enhanced functions will come with the official release of ZW3D 2012 by the end of February this year.

The user interface of ZW3D 2012 features the ribbon interface, along with a new in-context mini-bar and in-context help files. The integrated PARTSolutions library allows users to quickly access the entire feature history of each part. The Lightworks add-on renderer generates professional-looking images.

The replace face, extrude, rib, curve mesh, and extend face operations are all improved. Direct Edit 2.0 makes it more intuitive for users to modify parts through direct editing functions. Sketching is now 50%  faster due to the optimized work flow. With the more interactive interface, it takes fewer steps for users to arrive at the result they want. Assemblies are easier to move with the new Assembly Move command.
 
The new 2X Turning Module gives users turning and milling in the same interface, with support for OD and ID roughing, finishing, threading,  and grooving operations—along with an improved hole-making process.
 
ZW3D 2012 now exports models in native STEP and ACIS SAT format, and the PDF exporter has been improved with the new 3D mode. Images can be saved in a variety of high-resolution raster files, and the STEP importer is now three times faster than before.
 
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Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.