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Last Updated : March 14, 2000
BricsNet Architecturals
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BricsNet Architecturals was released as of March 12, 2000. The IntelliCAD version is ready now, and the AutoCAD 14/2000 versions are scheduled to be ready in April 2000.
Our initial look has been extremely favorable so far, but look for our full review of the software in April 2000.
BricsNet
The specification of its new BricsNet Architect product is available from http://www.bricsnet.com/ . BricsNet Architect is a new high-end architectural solid modeling solution for AutoCAD and Visio's IntelliCAD. BricsNet has plans for an IPO later this year.
BricsNet, Visio, EVOLV and AEC Info will hold a joint press conference on Wednesday May 26th from 12.00-1.00 in Room 306B. At the press conference BricsNet will announce and demonstrate its new ACIS-based architectural modeling solution for IntelliCAD which is due to ship later this year. BricsNet will also explain its strategy towards integration of software, services and content for the worldwide building industry. The preliminary agenda includes:
- BricsNet company background
- Visio/BricsNet relationship
- BricsNet Architect positioning and demonstration
- Acquisition of A/E/C Info
- Acquisition of EVOLV
- Acquisition of BuildSoft
- Alliance between American Institute of Architects and EVOLV/BricsNet
- BricsNet plans for IPO
Maarten van Emmerik
Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
BricsNet
Email. maarten@bricsnet.com
BricsNet, formerly known as Brics, today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire BuildSoft, a leading provider of structural engineering products. The products will be integrated with the new BricsNet architectural products for IntelliCAD and AutoCAD. As a former Bentley Strategic Affiliate for the Building Engineering, BricsNet has developed the core technology for the award winning MicroStation TriForma product. More information on the products can be found at http://www.bricsnet.com/products/. The announcements are in line with the company's strategy to become a worldwide provider of software, contents and services for the worldwide building industry. Last week BricsNet announced the following:
- The company name has changed from Brics to BricsNet
- Maarten van Emmerik has joined as CTO and Executive Vice President
- The company has increased its captial with 7.1 million Euro
- BricsNet has acquired an equity position in the vertical internet portal AEC Info from Canada
- BricsNet has acquired an equity position in the project extranet provider EVOLV from the USA
- It will announce new products for IntelliCAD and AutoCAD at the A/E/C systems Show
The press release on the BuildSoft acquisition is attached. Further details will be provided at the BricsNet press conference on Wednesday 26th at 12.00 at the A/E/C Systems show. At the press conference BricsNet will also show its new ACIS based architectural solid modeler for IntelliCAD.
Dr. Maarten van Emmerik, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
BricsNet
Koning Albertlaan 165
B-9000 Gent
Belgium
Tel. +32 (0) 9 2439310
Fax. +32 (0) 9 2439311
Email. maarten@bricsnet.com
BricsNet Acquires BuildSoft
BricsNet of Belgium intends to acquire BuildSoft, a developer of structural engineering software. The acquisition becomes effective upon the completion of BricsNet initial public offering at EASDAQ scheduled for the second or third quarter this year. Established in 1989, BuildSoft offers a suite of products that enable engineers to calculate forces and deformations in steel, wooden, and concrete structures.
The agreement with BuildSoft is consistent with BricsNet's strategy to become a worldwide provider of software, services, and content for the building industry. The company developed the core technology for Bentley System's TriForma architectural design software. BricsNet intends to release new products for AutoCAD and IntelliCAD later this year. http://www.bricsnet.com
BricsNet today released the specifications of its new BricsNet Architect product on the company's web site (http://www.bricsnet.com/). BricsNet Architect is a new high-end architectural solid modeling solution for AutoCAD and Visio's IntelliCAD. Some of the key features include:
1. Free form 3D architectural solid modeling based on the ACIS kernel
2. Automatic generation of 2D drawings with exact intersection geometry
3. Integrated volumetric and surface quantity calculation
4. Connectivity between building elements such as walls, floors and roofs
5. Native support of DWG through IntelliCAD and AutoCAD
6. Programmability with Visual Basic for Applications
7. Native support for Windows, OLE and COM
BricsNet Architect will be demonstrated at A/E/C SYSTEMS '99 in Los Angeles in booth #2327. Members of the press and analysts are invited to attend the press conference on Wednesday May 26 at 12.00 hrs.
More on BricsNet
Founded in 1986, BricsNet is an international company dedicated to providing content, software and services for the worldwide building and construction industry. The BricsNet product line provides a unique approach towards the whole building process by integrating computer-aided design and Internet technology using an innovative subscription model. As a former strategic affiliate of Bentley Systems Inc., BricsNet, then known as Brics, developed the core technology for the award winning MicroStation TriForma product. BricsNet develops architectural and structural products for IntelliCAD, AutoCAD and MicroStation. Through its affiliates EVOLV and AEC Info, BricsNet offers building standards, manufacturer information and project extranet services for architects, engineers and other building professionals.
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