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AutoSolids, Inc. Announces AutoCAD 2008 Support

Pace, Florida, September 20, 2007-- AutoSolids, Inc. (ASI) has announced that all of its products now support AutoCAD 2008 and their corresponding vertical market products (Mechanical Desktop, AutoCAD Architecture, etc.). All ASI products now support AutoCAD releases 2000-2008.

AutoSolids adds advanced solid modeling, viewing, and 3D-to-2D automation tools to AutoCAD. AutoSolids brings surprising 3D power to AutoCAD while at the same time making 3D AutoCAD easy to use. Single user licenses of AutoSolids are $495.

AutoSolids EXPRESS contains the same creation, viewing, and 3D-to-2D automation tools as AutoSolids plus many of its solid editing tools, giving AutoCAD a substantial boost in 3D power and usability for only $295.

AS Mechanical adds 3D parametric hardware (nuts, bolts, structural shapes, etc.) to AutoCAD. AS Mechanical parts are quickly created at the touch of a button and are easily changed or resized later by AS Mechanical or AutoSolids. Single user licenses of AS Mechanical are $149.

All 3 products add their own toolbars and/or pulldown menus to the AutoCAD environment, with commands and dialogs structured just like native AutoCAD commands. Parts created with each product respond exactly like native AutoCAD solids when shared with other AutoCAD users or exported to other CAD systems.

Additional information, demonstration versions of AutoSolids, a FREE edition of AS Mechanical, and 24 hour online ordering are available at http://www.autosolids.com.

About AutoSolids, Inc.

AutoSolids, Inc. (ASI), a member of the Autodesk Developer Network, provides 3D software products for AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based applications. ASI's primary product, AutoSolids, is an ObjectARX application that greatly extends the solid modeling, viewing, visualization, and 3D-to-2D capabilities of AutoCAD. For more information about ASI or its products please contact AutoSolids, Inc. at 800-255-5130 or info@autosolids.com or visit www.autosolids.com.

AutoSolids, Inc. Announces AutoSolids 2007

Pace, Florida, February 19, 2007-- AutoSolids, Inc. (ASI) has announced the release of AutoSolids 2007 and AutoSolids EXPRESS 2007. Both products add parametric 3D solid modeling, advanced visualization, and 3D-to-2D automation tools to AutoCAD 2007 and AutoCAD 2007-based products. AutoSolids now supports AutoCAD versions 2007 thru 14.01 and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and Architectural Desktop.

Since it’s introduction in 2000, AutoSolids has increased the 3D productivity of thousands of AutoCAD users with advanced solid modeling, viewing, and 3D-to-2D automation tools. AutoSolids 2007 now brings the same tools to AutoCAD 2007, turning it into a powerful yet easy-to-use “production-ready” 2D/3D CAD system.

The updated visualization tools and additional 3D shape definitions introduced with AutoCAD 2007 improved AutoCAD’s “conceptual design” capabilities. Yet, dimensionally accurate “production design” remains a painfully tedious process with stock out-of-the-box AutoCAD. AutoSolids solves this problem with simple, user-friendly creation tools that allow accurate, detailed solids to be rapidly constructed. And unlike native AutoCAD’s limited face- and grip-editing tools, AutoSolids’ parametric editing tools provide complete access to the solids’ construction history, allowing solids to be quickly and easily changed in the same way they were created. Extrusion heights are easily changed, sweep paths and profiles are quickly reshaped or replaced, Boolean operations are easily undone and more.

“AutoCAD users in need of greater 3D capabilities are currently faced with abandoning significant investments in AutoCAD and starting over with an entirely new CAD system” say ASI’s Scott Slavik. “The resulting expense, increased complexity, long learning curves, decreased 2D capabilities, and data incompatibilities are rarely warranted. With AutoSolids, AutoCAD users gain ‘production-grade’ solid modeling and automated 3D-to-2D drawing tools without giving up anything.”

Unlike traditional constraint-based products, AutoSolids’ constraint-free architecture provides unmatched flexibility when designs move in unanticipated directions. Extensive changes are easily implemented at any stage of the design process without the frequent backtracking required by constraint-based systems or the “start over” approach of AutoCAD alone. Once the design is complete, AutoSolids’ QuickDraw feature instantly creates multiview 2D geometry for fast, accurate detail drawings. All while maintaining existing AutoCAD skills, investments, and native .dwg file format.

New licenses of AutoSolids 2007 are $495; upgrades from previous platforms(2004, A2K) are $195. New licenses of AutoSolids EXPRESS 2007 are $295; upgrades from previous platforms are $195. All AutoSolids purchases include free lifetime version upgrades with NO maintenance or subscription fees. AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS are available now for AutoCAD versions 14.01 thru 2007 and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and Architectural Desktop.

Additional information, downloadable demonstration versions of AutoSolids, and 24 hour online ordering are available at http://www.autosolids.com.

About AutoSolids, Inc.

AutoSolids, Inc. Announces AS Mechanical Version 1.1

Pace, Florida, August 3, 2006-- AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) has announced the release of Version 1.1 of AS Mechanical, now supporting AutoCAD 2007.

AS Mechanical is an add-on application for AutoCAD 2000 thru 2007 and their corresponding vertical applications(AutoCAD Mechanical, Mechanical Desktop, etc.). AS Mechanical quickly creates parametric 3D solids of nuts, bolts, sprockets, structural shapes and more at the simple touch of a toolbutton. The parametric features of AS Mechanical solids(head styles, thread pitches/lengths/diameters, tooth numbers, structural section sizes, etc.) are easily changed during or after creation. AS Mechanical solids otherwise perform exactly as native AutoCAD solids whether inside of AutoCAD or when shared with any other program.

Single user licenses of AS Mechanical Version 1.1 are available now for $149. A FREE edition of AS Mechanical, with a reduced number of hardware items and no time restrictions, is available for immediate download from the AutoSolids web site.

Please visit http://www.autosolids.com for additional AS Mechanical information, 24 hour online ordering, or to download the FREE edition of AS Mechanical.

About AutoSolids, Inc.

AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI), a member of the Autodesk Developer Network, provides 3D software products for AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based applications. ASI's primary product, AutoSolids, is an ObjectARX application that greatly extends the solid modeling, viewing, and visualization capabilities of AutoCAD. For more information about ASI or it's products please contact AutoSolids, Inc. at 800-255-5130 or info@autosolids.com or visit www.autosolids.com.

AutoSolids Version 4.0 Announced

Pace, Florida, March 2, 2006--AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) has announced the release of Version 4.0 of it's AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS products. Both products add parametric 3D solid modeling, advanced visualization, and 3D-to-2D automation tools to AutoCAD and AutoCAD- based products. AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS are available now for AutoCAD versions 14.01 thru 2006 and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and Architectural Desktop.

Since it’s introduction in 2000, AutoSolids has increased the 3D productivity of thousands of AutoCAD users with advanced solid modeling, viewing, and 3D-to-2D automation tools. Version 4.0 further increases AutoSolids’ solid modeling capabilities with new shelling and offset tools and the ability to punch and trim 3D solids with open or closed 2D entities. The rich 3D feature set of AutoSolids Version 4.0 turns AutoCAD into a powerful, comprehensive 2D/3D system.

AutoSolids’ constraint-free parametric solid modeling system maintains the complete construction history of all solids. By working without constraints, AutoSolids creates 3D models in a fraction of the time required with traditional constraint-based systems. AutoSolids’ parametric editing tools allow solids to be easily and completely changed in the same way they were created. Extrusion heights are easily changed, sweep paths and profiles are easily reshaped, boolean operations are easily undone and more. The new features of Version 4.0 are completely integrated with this system. Shelled solids are easily unshelled, trimmed solids are easily untrimmed, and punching profiles are easily reshaped to change the solid.

AutoSolids’ “RealView” toolset greatly improves the realtime display of 3D solids, and the “QuickDraw” feature instantly creates multi-view 2D geometry from 3D solids for fast, accurate detail drawings. Parametric solid arrays, direct extrusion of text into solids, and other utility features greatly reduce design time. AutoSolids' 3D tools combine with AutoCAD's industry-leading 2D capabilities to create a single integrated 2D/3D system that maintains native .dwg format at all times.

Version 4.0 is a free update for existing AutoSolids customers; all AutoSolids purchases include free lifetime version upgrades with NO maintenance or subscription fees. New single-user licenses of AutoSolids are available for $495; new licenses of AutoSolids EXPRESS are available for $295. AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS are available now for AutoCAD versions 14.01 thru 2006 and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and Architectural Desktop.

Time-unlimited demonstration versions of AutoSolids, online ordering, video demonstrations of AutoSolids' major features, and additional product information are available at http://www.autosolids.com.

About AutoSolids
AutoSolids is an ObjectARX application that greatly extends the solid modeling, viewing, and visualization capabilities of AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based products. AutoSolids is available directly from AutoSolids, Inc. and from select AutoSolids resellers. For more information about AutoSolids please contact AutoSolids, Inc. at 800-255-5130 or info@autosolids.com or visit www.autosolids.com.

AS Mechanical Announced

Pace, Florida, December 13, 2005--AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) has announced the release of AS Mechanical, a 3D mechanical hardware add-on for AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based applications.

AS Mechanical quickly and easily creates 3D nuts, bolts, bearings, structural shapes and more. AS Mechanical 3D solids are parametric, allowing bolt sizes, head styles, thread pitches, beam sections, etc. to be easily changed at the touch of a button. When shared with other AutoCAD users, AS Mechanical solids perform and respond exactly like native AutoCAD solids.

AS Mechanical supports AutoCAD versions 2000 thru 2006 and their vertical applications(Mechanical Desktop, Architectural Desktop, AutoCAD Mechanical, etc.) Through February '06 AS Mechanical is available at the introductory price of $99 and is also being included FREE with new purchases of AutoSolids for the same time period. A FREE edition of AS Mechanical, with a reduced number of hardware items and no time restrictions, is available for immediate download from the AutoSolids web site.

Please visit http://www.autosolids.com for additional AS Mechanical information, 24 hour online ordering, or to download the FREE edition of AS Mechanical.

About AutoSolids, Inc.

AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI), a member of the Autodesk Developer Network, provides 3D software products for AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based applications. ASI's primary product, AutoSolids, is an ObjectARX application that greatly extends the solid modeling, viewing, and visualization capabilities of AutoCAD. For more information about ASI or it's products please contact AutoSolids, Inc. at 800-255-5130 or info@autosolids.com or visit www.autosolids.com.

AutoSolids Version 3.13 Announced

Pace, Florida, July 19, 2005--AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) has announced the release of Version 3.13 of it's AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS products. Version 3.13 includes support for AutoCAD 2006 and AutoCAD 2006-based products and improved foreign language support. AutoSolids is now available for AutoCAD versions 14.01 thru 2006 and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and Architectural Desktop.

AutoSolids V3.13 greatly enhances AutoCAD's 3D abilities by providing

Fast, easy-to-use, constraint-free parametric creation and editing of solids
Streamlined, efficient user interface including AutoCAD-standard dialogs, realtime previews of all solid modeling operations, and flexible command access via toolbar and/or pulldown menus, command line typing, or AutoSolids' exclusive 3D Command Center
Specialty solid modeling functions such as cutting solids with open or closed 2D profiles, direct extrusion of text objects into solids, retraction of boolean operations, and more
Automatic generation of multiview 2D drawings via the QuickDraw utility
Realtime display improvements via the RealViewadvanced visualization toolset

AutoSolids runs INSIDE of AutoCAD, maintaining 100% AutoCAD compatibility at all times. For existing AutoCAD users, AutoSolids requires zero re-training and maintains all current AutoCAD investments of training and data, none of which is possible when switching to an entirely new 2D/3D CAD system.

Version 3.13 is a free update for existing AutoSolids customers; all AutoSolids purchases include free lifetime version upgrades with NO maintenance or subscription fees. New single-user licenses of AutoSolids are available for $495; new licenses of AutoSolids EXPRESS are available for $295. AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS Version 3.13 are available now for AutoCAD versions 14.01 thru 2006 and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and Architectural Desktop.

AutoSolids Version 3.1 Announced

Pace, Florida, September 23, 2003--AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) has announced the release of Version 3.1 of it's AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS products. Along with new features, Version 3.1 adds support for AutoCAD 2005 and AutoCAD 2005-based products. AutoSolids is now available for AutoCAD versions 14.01 thru 2005 and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and Architectural Desktop.

Since it's introduction in 2000 AutoSolids has provided powerful constraint-free parametric solid modeling and advanced visualization tools to thousands of AutoCAD users. Version 3.1 brings those same capabilities to AutoCAD 2005, plus adds new features such as direct extrusion of text objects into solids and enhancements to RealView, AutoSolids' real-time viewing and visualization toolset. QuickDraw, AutoSolids' 3D-to-2D automation utility, continues as one of AutoSolids' most popular features, allowing users to quickly create 2D drawings from 3D solids.

As with all previous versions, AutoSolids Version 3.1 maintains all data in native AutoCAD format assuring complete interoperability with all other AutoCAD-compatible applications. Version 3.1 is free to existing AutoSolids customers. New single-user licenses of AutoSolids are available for $495; new licenses of AutoSolids EXPRESS are available for $295. All AutoSolids purchases include free lifetime version upgrades with no maintenance or subscription fees. AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS are available now for AutoCAD versions 14.01 thru 2005 and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and Architectural Desktop.

AutoSolids 2004 Announced

Pace, Florida, September 23, 2003- AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) has announced the release of AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS for AutoCAD 2004. AutoSolids' parametric 3D solid modeling, advanced visualization, and 3D-to-2D automation tools are now available for AutoCAD versions 14.01-2004 and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and Architectural Desktop.

Single-user licenses of AutoSolids 2004 are $495. Single-user licenses of AutoSolids EXPRESS 2004 are $295. Platform upgrades from R14/A2K to 2004 are $149 for both AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS. AutoSolids EXPRESS R14/A2K users can upgrade to AutoSolids A2K or 2004 for $295. All AutoSolids purchases include free version upgrades for the life of the product with no maintenance fees.

AutoSolids Version 3.0 Announced

Pace, Florida, July 8, 2003- AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) today announced the release of Version 3.0 of it's AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS add-ons for AutoCAD. Both products add parametric 3D solid modeling, advanced visualization, and 3D-to-2D automation tools to AutoCAD and AutoCAD based products.

Major new features of Version 3.0 include the QuickCut command which cuts through single or multiple solids with open or closed 2D profiles, and enhancements to RealView, AutoSolids' advanced visualization toolset. With easy-to-use parametric solid modeling tools and the QuickDraw 3D-to-2D automation feature, Version 3.0 of AutoSolids EXPRESS($295) is the fastest way for AutoCAD users to gain the productivity benefits afforded by parametric solid modeling. The standard AutoSolids ($495) product includes all of the features from AutoSolids EXPRESS plus adds greater parametric editing capabilities for more complex design tasks. Both products run inside of AutoCAD providing immediate familiarity to AutoCAD users and assuring 100% AutoCAD compatibility at all times.

AutoSolids Version 3.0 is currently available for AutoCAD versions 2000/2000i/2002 and their corresponding vertical market products(Mechanical Desktop, AutoCAD Architectural Desktop, etc.). AutoCAD 2004-compatibile versions of AutoSolids are currently in the final testing phase and will be released in the near future. Time-unlimited demonstration versions of AutoSolids, additional product information, and a video gallery of AutoSolids' major features are available at http://www.autosolids.com.

AutoSolids Announces Lower Pricing, Online Video Gallery

Pace, Florida, January 15, 2003- AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) today announced lower pricing on it's solid modeling extensions for AutoCAD. Following a strong response to a recent discount offer exclusively for Mechanical Desktop owners, AutoSolids is now available to all AutoCAD users for only $495. AutoSolids is a powerful solid modeling extension for AutoCAD R14/2000/2000i/2002 and their respective vertical market applications(Mechanical Desktop, Architectural Desktop, etc.).

Major AutoSolids features include:

Constraint free parametric solid creation
Parametric editing of primitive and complex composite solids
Boolean(union, subtract, intersect) retraction of composite solids
QuickDraw automatic 2D drawing generation
RealView advanced visualization tools
100% AutoCAD compatibility

For less demanding users, AutoSolids EXPRESS offers all of the above features, minus the ability to directly edit composite solids, for only $295. AutoSolids' commands and features are available from inside of AutoCAD, which maintains existing AutoCAD investments, training, and data. By following AutoCAD's command structure and terminology, AutoSolids offers an extremely short learning curve for existing AutoCAD users. By leaving the existing AutoCAD system intact, AutoSolids' features can be implemented at any pace and to any extent, avoiding the disruption of switching to an entirely new 3D CAD system. The single integrated AutoCAD/AutoSolids system also avoids the disorder of maintaining separate 2D and 3D CAD systems.

ASI has also added a new video gallery(http://www.autosolids.com/video_gallery.htm) to the AutoSolids website. Fourteen hands-free demonstration videos of AutoSolids are currently available. Each video can be viewed directly from an Internet browser or can be downloaded for local playback on any Windows-based computer.

AutoSolids Offers Discount Pricing to Mechanical Desktop Users

Pace, Florida, July 25, 2002- AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) today announced discount pricing on it's solid modeling products for Mechanical Desktop licensees. Through October 31, 2002, ASI's premier product, AutoSolids, is available to MDT licensees for $495(vs. $995 List), while it's popular AutoSolids EXPRESS product is available for $249(vs. $495 List).

"Since the initial release of AutoSolids, we have been pleased by the interest in and adoption of AutoSolids by Mechanical Desktop licensees," says ASI's Scott Slavik, "most of whom come to us searching for greater ease of use than they have experienced with MDT. We've been surprised by the number of MDT owners who actually use only the native AutoCAD commands from their MDT installations, usually due to the complexity issues but also due to difficulties encountered when sharing MDT data with native AutoCAD users. AutoSolids has proven to be an excellent choice for these situations, extending AutoCAD's 3D functionality in an easy-to-use format while maintaining complete data compatibility with AutoCAD."

"In recent months, Autodesk's promotion of Inventor as the favored Autodesk 3D solution has also increased AutoSolids sales to MDT users. While Inventor offers some ease-of-use improvements over MDT, many MDT users find that Inventor's non-dwg data format poses overwhelming problems as their company needs to work in both the 3D and AutoCAD 2D environments. We feel that this is an excellent time to introduce even more MDT users to AutoSolids through reduced pricing. At only $495 for AutoSolids and $249 for AutoSolids EXPRESS, MDT users will never find a better time to experience the power, ease of use, and compatibility of AutoSolids.

AutoSolids Version 2.1 is currently available for AutoCAD versions 14.01 thru 2002, and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and AutoCAD Architectural Desktop. Time-unlimited demonstration versions of AutoSolids, additional product information, and additional details on the above announcement are available at http://www.autosolids.com.

About AutoSolids
AutoSolids is an ObjectARX application available for AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architectural Desktop, and Mechanical Desktop, greatly extending the solid modeling, viewing, and visualization capabilities of the native products. AutoSolids is available directly from AutoSolids, Inc. and from select AutoSolids resellers.

About AutoSolids, Inc.
AutoSolids, Inc., an Autodesk Authorized Developer, provides 3D software tools for the AutoCAD environment. The key operations and development managers of AutoSolids, Inc. bring together over 30 years combined experience in the design, development and use of mechanical CAD applications. For more information about the company or it's products call AutoSolids, Inc. at 800-255-5130 or visit www.autosolids.com.

AutoSolids Version 2.1 Released

Pace, Florida, June 4, 2002- AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) today announced the release of Version 2.1 of it's AutoCAD add-on, AutoSolids, which adds parametric 3D solid modeling, advanced 3D visualization, and 3D-to-2D automation tools to AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based applications.

AutoSolids 2.1 offers increased speed and ease-of-use over previous releases due to performance improvements and new functionality. New features include parametric solid arrays which enable fast creation and editing of hole patterns or other patterns of solids. Graphic performance has been increased in Version 2.1, and enhancements have been made to QuickDraw, AutoSolids' 3D-to-2D automation utility. AutoSolids 2.1 also includes a powerful AutoLISP Application Programming Interface(API) for custom application development.

AutoSolids Version 2.1 is currently available for AutoCAD versions 14.01 thru 2002, and all versions of Mechanical Desktop and AutoCAD Architectural Desktop, with prices starting at $495. Time-unlimited demonstration versions of AutoSolids and additional product information are available at http://www.autosolids.com.

AutoSolids Gains 2D-TO-3D Automation via "AUTO-Z"

Pace, Florida, March 26, 2002- AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) today announced the inclusion of a special edition of CADalog Inc.'s "Auto-Z" 2D-to-3D automation software with ASI's 3D solid modeling program "AutoSolids." For a limited time, Auto-Z is being included free with new purchases of AutoSolids. Existing AutoSolids users can also purchase Auto-Z from ASI, and existing Auto-Z users are now eligible for discount pricing on AutoSolids.

AutoSolids and Auto-Z are both add-on software packages for AutoCAD. Two major AutoSolids features are 1)parametric creation and editing of 3D solids, and 2)automatic multi-view 2D geometry generation from 3D solids via AutoSolids' "QuickDraw" feature. Auto-Z performs the reverse function of QuickDraw, creating 3D solids from multi-view 2D geometry. The special edition of Auto-Z included with AutoSolids creates parametric 3D solids, fully editable via AutoSolids. "We have been impressed with Auto-Z's capabilities since our first experience with the product" says ASI's Scott Slavik, "and feel it to be a perfect complement to AutoSolids. Auto-Z is an invaluable tool for anyone dealing with both 2D and 3D AutoCAD data."

"While Auto-Z has impressive and valuable capabilities, the Auto-Z/AutoSolids combination yields even more compelling benefits. On it's own, Auto-Z creates non-parametric native AutoCAD solids, which, like all native AutoCAD solids, are difficult to modify when changes become necessary. When combined with AutoSolids, however, Auto-Z solids are parametric and easily changed via AutoSolids' editing facility. Further, non-parametric AutoCAD solids can now be converted to parametric AutoSolids models by using AutoSolids' QuickDraw utility in conjunction with Auto-Z. By first creating multi-view 2D geometry from the native solid via QuickDraw, and then passing that 2D geometry to Auto-Z, the end result is a new solid, geometrically identical to the original, only now parametric and fully editable via AutoSolids. And, as with all AutoSolids solids, the new solid remains in 100% .dwg format, so fully compatible with all native AutoCAD commands as well."

"The AutoSolids/Auto-Z combination is the only product in the industry to provide AutoCAD users with automated 2D-to-parametric 3D functionality. We are very pleased that our relationship with CADalog, Inc. allows us to make Auto-Z technology available to new AutoSolids customers for no charge, and to existing AutoSolids customers for only $99. We are also pleased to offer existing Auto-Z users a 20% discount on purchases of AutoSolids."

About AutoSolids, Inc.
AutoSolids, Inc., an Autodesk Authorized Developer, provides 3D software tools for the AutoCAD environment. The key operations and development managers of AutoSolids, Inc. bring together over 25 years combined experience in the design, development and use of mechanical CAD applications. For more information about the company or it's products call AutoSolids, Inc. at 800-255-5130 or visit www.autosolids.com.

AutoSolids Upgrade From CSG Editor Available

Pace, Florida, March 01, 2002- AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) and Context CAD, Inc. today announced the availability of competitive upgrade pricing on ASI's "AutoSolids" 3D solid modeling software program to owners of Context CAD's "CSG Editor" software program. Owners of CSG Editor V3 may now purchase the standard version of AutoSolids for $295, $700 below AutoSolids' $995 List Price. Owners of CSG Editor V2 may purchase AutoSolids for $395.

AutoSolids and CSG Editor are both AutoCAD add-ons that improve AutoCAD's native 3D capabilities. CSG Editor adds parametric editing functionality to AutoCAD's native solid modeling system. AutoSolids adds parametric modeling functionality beyond that of CSG Editor, and also includes advanced visualization tools and automated 3D-to-2D capabilities, resulting in a comprehensive 3D design system. "CSG Editor is certainly an improvement to native AutoCAD's modeling system" says ASI's Scott Slavik, "but it still lacks many features that are necessary for achieving the enormous efficiency gains that are possible with parametric solid modeling. Our licensing of the ACIS modeling engine enables AutoSolids to provide key modeling features that are literally impossible without ACIS access. In addition, AutoSolids' RealView real-time rendering engine and QuickDraw automated 2D drawing generator help streamline the entire design process, from basic model creation tasks all the way to 2D drawing production. We are very pleased that our relationship with Context CAD has resulted in AutoSolids' technology being made available to existing Context CAD customers at a very attractive price."

Because both products incorporate Constructive Solid Geometry(CSG) technology, AutoSolids can read and parametrically edit existing CSG Editor solids. AutoSolids is also unique in maintaining native .dwg file format at all times; AutoSolids models are directly accessible to non-AutoSolids-equipped AutoCAD users without conversion, with AutoSolids models responding exactly as native AutoCAD solids to all native AutoCAD commands.

About AutoSolids, Inc.
AutoSolids, Inc., an Autodesk Authorized Developer, provides 3D software tools for the AutoCAD environment. The key operations and development managers of AutoSolids, Inc. bring together over 25 years combined experience in the design, development and use of mechanical CAD applications. For more information about the company or it's products call AutoSolids, Inc. at 800-255-5130 or visit www.autosolids.com.

AUTOSOLIDS EXPRESS RELEASED

Pace, Florida, July 26, 2001- AutoSolids, Inc.(ASI) today announced the release of AutoSolids EXPRESS, a low-cost 3D solid modeling software add-on for AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based products.

AutoSolids EXPRESS is based on ASI’s previously released flagship product, AutoSolids. The EXPRESS version of AutoSolids contains the majority of features from the standard product, including:

· Constraint-free parametric architecture for easy creation and editing of 3D solids

· QuickDraw automatic 3D to 2D tools for fast, accurate 2D drawing production

· RealView visualization tools for advanced real-time display manipulations in wireframe, hidden, or shaded display modes

· Highly efficient, AutoCAD-standard user interface for ease of use and a very short learning curve

· 100% AutoCAD compatibility

“The EXPRESS version of AutoSolids provides a very low cost solution for AutoCAD users who need additional 3D capabilities beyond what is available from AutoCAD alone” says ASI’s Scott Slavik. “The EXPRESS product is an excellent choice for the more casual user or in situations where the geometry is less complex or requires infrequent changes, while the standard version of AutoSolids, with further enhanced editing tools, is more appropriate for full-time ‘power-users’ or when dealing with very complex geometry. Both products offer advanced 3D functionality and usability well beyond that found in AutoCAD alone.”

About AutoSolids/AutoSolids EXPRESS
AutoSolids and AutoSolids EXPRESS are ObjectARX applications that run inside of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architectural Desktop, or Mechanical Desktop, greatly extending the solid modeling, viewing, and visualization capabilities of the native products. Single-user licenses of AutoSolids list for $995, single user licenses of AutoSolids EXPRESS list for $495. Multi-user discounts are available for both products. AutoSolids is available directly from AutoSolids, Inc. and from select AutoSolids resellers.

About AutoSolids, Inc.
AutoSolids, Inc., an Autodesk Authorized Developer, provides 3D software tools for the AutoCAD environment. The key operations and development managers of AutoSolids, Inc. bring together over 25 years combined experience in the design, development and use of mechanical CAD applications. For more information about the company or it’s products call AutoSolids, Inc. at 800-255-5130 or visit www.autosolids.com.

Varimetric Solutions, Inc Announces Name Change, Product Updates

Pace, Florida, May 17, 2001- Varimetric Solutions, Inc. today announced a new corporate name, AutoSolids, Incorporated (ASI), and in conjunction announced updated versions of it's flagship product, AutoSolids, a 3D solid modeling software add-on for AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based products.

Company officials indicate that the corporate name change to AutoSolids, Inc. is a natural outgrowth of the popularity of their premiere product, AutoSolids, and further reflects their focused commitment to solid modeling tools for AutoCAD.

Updated functionality in AutoSolids v2.0.3 includes complete support of Mechanical Desktop 4 and 5, and support for all versions of AutoCAD Architectural Desktop. AutoSolids now supports AutoCAD Release 14.01, AutoCAD 2000, and AutoCAD 2000i, and all of their respective mechanical and architectural vertical market products. AutoSolids v2.0.3 also gains functional enhancements over previous AutoSolids releases as well, most notably within the RealView realtime rendering and rotation engine of AutoSolids R14. The RealView capabilities within AutoSolids R14 are now virtually identical to those found in the AutoCAD 2000/2000i-based product, AutoSolids A2K.

About AutoSolids
AutoSolids is an ObjectARX application that runs inside of AutoCAD, greatly extending the solid modeling, viewing, and visualization capabilities of standard AutoCAD. Single-user licenses of AutoSolids list for $995, multi-user licenses are available. AutoSolids is available directly from AutoSolids, Inc.

About AutoSolids, Inc.

AutoSolids, Inc., an Autodesk Authorized Developer, was established in 1999 specifically to develop and distribute 3D design tools for the AutoCAD environment. The key operations and development managers associated with AutoSolids, Inc. bring together over 25 years combined experience in the design, development and use of mechanical CAD applications. For more information about the company or it’s products call AutoSolids, Inc. at 800-255-5130 or visit www.autosolids.com.

Varimetric Solutions, Inc Announces AutoSolids Release 2.0

Pace, Florida, October 23, 2000- Varimetric Solutions, Inc. today announced AutoSolids 2.0, now supporting AutoCAD 2000 and 2000i. AutoCAD 2000/i users can now benefit from all of the features previously available only to R14 users with AutoSolids 1.1, along with numerous performance and feature updates in version 2.0. Major AutoSolids 2.0 benefits include:

Any primitive parameter(cylinder diameter, extrusion height, etc.) can be varied and previewed both during AND AFTER creation, even after the primitive has been combined with other primitives into a composite.
Primitives within composites can be edited, copied, moved, deleted, or replaced with entirely new primitives. Composite operations(union, subtract, intersect) can be easily retracted, either one operation at a time or all operations at once.
RealView technology brings real-time rotation to AutoCAD R14 in rendered, hidden-line, or wireframe display modes, and greatly improves 3DOrbit functionality in AutoCAD 2000/2000i.
QuickDraw technology instantly creates 2D drawing geometry from single or multiple solids for up to 6 orthographic and 4 isometric views in one step.
AutoSolids' exclusive 3D Command Center provides quick access to all Solids, UCS, Viewing, and Visualization commands from one central location.

For more information about AutoSolids including demos for both R14 and A2K, please visit http://www.autosolids.com.

Varimetric Solutions, Inc Announces AutoSolids R14 v1.1

Pace, Florida, August 10, 2000- Varimetric Solutions, Inc. today announced the availability of AutoSolids R14 version 1.1. This update to version 1.0 offers greatly improved filleting and chamfering behavior, improved support for editing CSG Editor solids, and numerous minor interface improvements. Existing users of AutoSolids R14 version 1.0 can download the update from the AutoSolids website, http://www.autosolids.com. Additional information about the update is available there as well.