News – Central Innovation https://centralinnovation.com Partner in your Innovation Journey Sun, 18 Aug 2024 23:03:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.5 ArchiCAD 28 Technology Preview – Major Update https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/archicad-28-technology-preview-major-update-copy/ Thu, 22 Aug 2024 18:00:58 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/archicad-28-technology-preview-major-update-copy/  

Try out the updated ArchiCAD 28 pre-release!!!

 

JOIN TODAY

 

 

The 2024 Graphisoft Technology Preview Program just deployed a significant update based on your feedback.

Every year a polished new version of Archicad goes live with crucial final touches from the Technology Preview Program. Are you ready to join and test the enhanced pre-release products?

Thanks to a global group of test drivers who provide feedback and insights on the pre-released versions of Archicad, BIMx, and BIMcloud, the official release is finetuned to prevent disruptions from update issues.

While taking part, our Community heroes get a headstart with the updates, special badges on the forum, and the chance for a shoutout at the global Building Together event in the Fall.

 

LEARN MORE

 

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ArchiCAD 28 Technology Preview – Major Update https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/archicad-28-technology-preview-major-update-copy-copy/ Tue, 20 Aug 2024 18:00:43 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/archicad-28-technology-preview-major-update-copy-copy/  

Try out the updated ArchiCAD 28 pre-release!!!

 

JOIN TODAY

 

 

The 2024 Graphisoft Technology Preview Program just deployed a significant update based on your feedback.

Every year a polished new version of Archicad goes live with crucial final touches from the Technology Preview Program. Are you ready to join and test the enhanced pre-release products?

Thanks to a global group of test drivers who provide feedback and insights on the pre-released versions of Archicad, BIMx, and BIMcloud, the official release is finetuned to prevent disruptions from update issues.

While taking part, our Community heroes get a headstart with the updates, special badges on the forum, and the chance for a shoutout at the global Building Together event in the Fall.

 

LEARN MORE

 

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ArchiCAD 28 Technology Preview – Major Update https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/archicad-28-technology-preview-major-update/ Sun, 18 Aug 2024 18:00:38 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/?p=76720  

Try out the updated ArchiCAD 28 pre-release!!!

 

JOIN TODAY

 

 

The 2024 Graphisoft Technology Preview Program just deployed a significant update based on your feedback.

Every year a polished new version of Archicad goes live with crucial final touches from the Technology Preview Program. Are you ready to join and test the enhanced pre-release products?

Thanks to a global group of test drivers who provide feedback and insights on the pre-released versions of Archicad, BIMx, and BIMcloud, the official release is finetuned to prevent disruptions from update issues.

While taking part, our Community heroes get a headstart with the updates, special badges on the forum, and the chance for a shoutout at the global Building Together event in the Fall.

 

LEARN MORE

 

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MaXXlink delivers streamlined BOM management solution https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/articles/maxxlink-delivers-streamlined-bom-management-solution/ https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/articles/maxxlink-delivers-streamlined-bom-management-solution/#respond Mon, 17 Jun 2024 06:42:57 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/articles/3dexperience-solidworks-everything-you-need-to-know-to-get-started-copy-2-copy-copy-copy/

Introducing MaXXlink

A new intuitive solution designed to make the intricate process of BOM management simple.

This powerful collaborative tool delivers seamless workflow integration by synching with CAD software, streamlining BOM creation, and facilitating BOM transition from engineering to manufacturing.

Developed in-house by Central Innovation through leveraging its expertise in data management, CAD software, and manufacturing processes, MaXXlink’s key features have been designed to make it easier than ever to create comprehensive, accurate BOMs tailored to specific requirements. Central Innovation’s intimate knowledge of BOM creation and management led to the identification of key issues and pain points, including the labour costs and risks of error associated with manual data entry and transfer, as well as lost productivity due to task duplication.

 

With MaXXlink, you can:

✔ Maximise BOM accuracy by syncing BOMs from SOLIDWORKS and augmenting them with non-modelled items, reducing dependence on Excel and minimising the risk of error.

✔ Break down workflow silos between CAD and non-CAD users by enabling real-time collaborative editing of the latest BOM from SOLIDWORKS and seamless communication across the product development lifecycle.

✔ Boost efficiency by focusing on building your manufacturing BOM (MBOM) from CAD, minimising the need for BOM duplication, and using your BOM workspace for streamlined exports.

✔ Flexibly customise as needed by inserting columns, adding non-modelled items, defining units of measurement and automation rules and integrating formulas to calculate end costs.

✔ Easily visualise assembly structures thanks to MaXXlink’s intuitive hierarchical layout designed to simplify comprehension and facilitate decision making.

✔ Ensure cross-platform compatibility by seamlessly exporting BOMs in formats including CSV and PDF.

✔ Seamlessly integrate with SOLIDWORKS via an easy-to-use tools and options dashboard to support collaborations, prevent duplications and streamline workflows.

✔ Seamlessly transfer data to other systems.

 

Offering unprecedented capability for collaboration, MaXXlink has been developed in recognition of the BOM management challenges faced across manufacturing and engineering.

“The recognition of the inefficiencies and errors inherent in manual BOM management processes was the impetus for our R&D team to embark on the four-year journey to create MaXXlink,” says Central Innovation chief operating officer Shannon Reshno.

The R&D team collaborated extensively with manufacturers, engineers and CAD experts to gather insights, validate concepts and refine features for MaXXlink.

Once developed, MaXXlink was tested across multiple iterations and feedback loops to ensure it could perform effectively in line with user expectations.

The result is a versatile solution which meets the needs of contemporary manufacturing and engineering teams and paves the way for full ERP integration.

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Introducing MyCi – for all your SOLIDWORKS needs! https://centralinnovation.com/myci-customer-portal/ https://centralinnovation.com/myci-customer-portal/#respond Tue, 31 Oct 2023 03:19:05 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/central-innovation-pty-ltd-has-acquired-the-solidworks-3d-experience-assets-of-cadspace-pty-ltd-copy-2-copy/ We’re very pleased to announce that MyCi, the new support portal – is finally here!

MyCi has been developed as the new home for all the SOLIDWORKS resources you will ever need – Tips, Libraries, Templates, Videos, Technical Support – you name it!

Watch the video below to get started.

Log in                                    Set up account

What will you find?

My Subscription Benefits – with an active subscription, you can get access to many resources and tools.

  • The SOLIDWORKS resources: weldment profiles, drawing sheets, blocks, standard library features, and 3D models
  • Tips
  • Access to all past webinars
  • Upcoming webinars via the MyCi calendar

My Support – available to log a support ticket or check on an existing one:

  • Raise a new ticket
  • Edit active tickets
  • View ticket status and details
  • View closed tickets

For more information, check out the documents below;

Creating your MyCi password

Get the most out of MyCi

Resetting your MyCi password

If you need any support, please feel free to contact our helpdesk at support@intercad.com.au or support@intercad.co.nz

We hope you like your new home for all of your SOLIDWORKS needs.

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Archicad and macOS 14 “Sonoma” https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/archicad-and-macos-14-sonoma/ Wed, 18 Oct 2023 21:25:01 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/?p=72657 Apple has recently released the latest macOS – version 14, Sonoma

Here’s how that affects you, depending on what version(s) of Archicad you use:

  • If you only use Archicad 26 or 27, upgrading to Sonoma is fine, but you will need to install the preview updates available here
  • if you use Archicad 24 or 25, upgrading to Sonoma should be fine, but will these versions will not be supported by Updates should any problems arise
  • and if you need to use Archicad 23 or older, you should not upgrade to Sonoma
  • Additionally, if you use Any version of Archicad Start Edition, you should also not upgrade to Sonoma (future versions will be supported, but no current versions)

In addition to this, there are currently some small usability issues in the actively supported 26 and 27 versions – you can find out more details about those (and the Fixes for each) here.

If you have any further questions, please contact us by logging a Support Ticket on MyCi.

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Service Update – MyCi Downtime https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/urgent-notice/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 21:15:48 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/?p=72125 Due to factors outside our control, the MyCi portal is currently unavailable.

We are working to restore it as soon as possible, but in the meantime, most other services for you will still be operational.

  • Archicad, and Archicad Licensing is unaffected and will work as normal
  • Ci Tools that are already installed/activated will work as normal

This outage may affect you if you:

  • Need to install or activate the CI Tools,
  • Need to access MyCi,
  • Need to access online support.

If you have an urgent issue which prevents you from working, please call our emergency support helpline:

AUS – 1800 633 701

NZ – 0508 223 226

We apologise for this inconvenience and we will update you once service is restored.

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Flex your BIMx https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/flex-your-bimx/ https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/flex-your-bimx/#respond Thu, 06 Jul 2023 18:00:07 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/?p=71519

Graphisoft has announced a new Community Challenge! If you would like to spotlight your creativity and expertise in BIMX check out this chance to showcase your work.

To participate, simply submit the link to your BIMx hyper-model or YouTube video presenting your work in BIMx. Mobile, web, and desktop versions are all accepted, but please specify if your entry requires a specific platform.

Graphisoft will also host a free webinar on July 13 to present BIMx, the new features released this Summer, and project showcases. Reserve your spot at Flex Your BIMx webinar.

Visit the challenge homepage for more details.

 

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Students and Teamwork! https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/students-and-teamwork/ https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/students-and-teamwork/#respond Tue, 04 Jul 2023 18:00:02 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/?p=71514

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BIMcloud can allow us to organize our team projects, keep project files up to date, streamline communication, define clearer responsibilities using roles, and improve project efficiency overall.

Enhancing Collaboration

https://community.graphisoft.com/t5/Teamwork-BIMcloud/Enhancing-collaboration-efficiency-in-student-team-projects/ta-p/378591

Getting Started with Teamwork projects for EDU

https://community.graphisoft.com/t5/Getting-started/BIMcloud-and-Teamwork-FAQ-for-students/ta-p/304200

 

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CI Learn – training your staff in house https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/ci-learn-training-your-staff-in-house-copy-copy/ https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/ci-learn-training-your-staff-in-house-copy-copy/#respond Mon, 03 Jul 2023 18:04:28 +0000 https://centralinnovation.com/technical-resources/news/ci-learn-training-your-staff-in-house-copy-copy/

Ci Learning

ALL YEAR  |  ALL STAFF  |  ALL COURSES  |  ALWAYS ON

Ci Learning is an exclusive Ci Select customer resource where your whole team can access self-paced learning.

  • Certified Graphisoft Courses, Certified Trainers, Certified Training Manuals.
  • A full syllabus of Graphisoft courses that you can move through freely and access anytime, anywhere.
  • Live weekly tutorials where you can ask questions and discuss topics with experienced, certified trainers.

One simple annual subscription covers all your staff, for all courses, all year.

The subscription is based on the number of Archicad licences in your business, bundled at a rate of AUD$360* per seat.

Ci Learning

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