CAD market shipments increased 9% sequentially from 2018 to 2019. The CAD market is growing and stronger than ever, thanks to the engine of digitalization, which affects every aspect of design and engineering and every discipline. The market is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 2.4% over the forecast period 2018–2022. The computer-aided design … [Read more...] about The stage is set for continued CAD industry growth
Hexagon
Hexagon changing the world a millimeter at a time
The marriage of CAD and metrology is the marriage of the digital and the real-world. It is transforming many industries including AEC and manufacturing. Hexagon, which has its roots in metrology, has addressed the digitalization revolution from the sky down. Founded in 1992 in Stockholm, Hexagon acquired ERDAS for their satellite-based geospatial technology and they’ve acquired … [Read more...] about Hexagon changing the world a millimeter at a time
Hexagon squares the circle
Report from annual HxGN Live conference 2019. Hexagon is best known as a sensor company, making 3D laser scanners and articulated-arm sensors that check the fit of finished products. After a car comes off the assembly line, for instance, robotic sensors scan the exterior, looking for deviations from tolerances. Other sensors reverse engineer parts or create point clouds of … [Read more...] about Hexagon squares the circle
Hexagon strengthens its construction solutions portfolio for AEC market with Bricsys acquisition
Hexagon AB continues its aggressive expansion into new markets with the acquisition of Belgian CAD software developer Bricsys. Founded in 2002, Bricsys introduced its flagship product BricsCAD as an AutoCAD competitor and that is still the company’s largest base of users. However, the company has a talented team of developers and has added on new products and expanded the … [Read more...] about Hexagon strengthens its construction solutions portfolio for AEC market with Bricsys acquisition
Leica Geosystems and Matterport form a partnership for AEC
Panoramic 3D images made easy. Leica Geosystems, maker of measurement technology has formed a partnership with Matterport, a cloud-based 3D media company, to offer a simple and efficient method in creating, modifying, distributing, and experiencing engaging 3D digital images. Geared towards the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector, this partnership’s … [Read more...] about Leica Geosystems and Matterport form a partnership for AEC