Digital Prototyping...got it?

Adraft has a proven track record of helping manufacturers implement the Autodesk solution for Digital Prototyping. Through Digital Prototyping manufacturers have the ability to virtually explore a complete product before it is built – so they can create, validate, optimize and manage designs from the conceptual design phase through the manufacturing phase of the product development process.  By using a digital prototype, manufactures can boost design efficiency and innovation by visualizing and simulating the real-world performance of a design, and save time and money by reducing the number of physical prototypes they build.

The Autodesk approach to Digital Prototyping is scalable, attainable and cost-effective, allowing a broader group of manufacturers to realize the benefits of Digital Prototyping.  Through comprehensive training and support Adraft helps you leverage digital prototyping to make great products.

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Why Adraft?

Since 1988, Adraft has specialized in helping manufacturing companies with overall design and technology needs. We understand that you have business as well as technical requirements to consider.

Adraft is one of the few resellers qualified to be an Autodesk Premier Solution’s Provider (PSP). PSP’s need to continually demonstrate technical and industry expertise that includes a strong knowledge of customers’ business needs in a specified industry, such as the manufacturing industry. PSP’s MUST demonstrate the ability to meet rigorous customer service and technical personnel measurements. Autodesk considers Adraft to be experts at implementing the Autodesk Solutions for the manufacturing industry. Our proven track record with customer satisfaction illustrates our level of commitment to customer success. Please call us if we can be of any assistance to you.

“We had a manual process, until we worked with Adraft to implement AutoCAD Electrical.  We were able to reduce errors and improve efficiency through training and implementation of standards”

Al Ritter, Marris Design System

“We learned more than just how to use software, now we can work efficiently to get our products to market faster”

Bud Larwood, Component Supply

“Honestly, I am so extremely pleased with my dealings with the professionals at Adraft that I can't list a single aspect that might require improvement.”

Tim O’Connell, Cornell University

“Adraft and Autodesk have changed the way we do business by reducing errors and implementing operational effectiveness”

Mark Misso, Lynx Product Group

Showcase Your Inventor

Special savings on Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Showcase

EXPERIENCE THE AUTODESK SOLUTION FOR DIGITAL PROTOTYPING –

NOW OVER 40% OFF.

Take your 3D designs to the next level by creating photo-realistic images in an environmental context. With Autodesk® Inventor®, the foundation for Digital Prototyping, you gain a unique set of design tools for producing, validating and documenting complete digital prototypes that confirm the fit, form and function of a design before it is actually built. Adding Autodesk® Showcase® enhances your Inventor files, helping you create accurate, highly realistic representations from 3D CAD data, enabling informed decision-making on digital prototypes. Take advantage of this limited-time offer and purchase Inventor and Showcase together to start making better decisions, faster today.

Act now and save over 40% and see for yourself all the ways that the Autodesk Solution for Digital Prototyping can help transform your designs into real-world products faster than ever before. But don’t delay. This special offer ends January 16, 2009.

Southern Tier AMUG Meeting

Thursday, January 15, 2009

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

On the Agenda:

Subscription Center Overview

Inventor Bonus Tools Review

AutoCAD 2009 Overview

Also...

It's Customer Appreciation Night!

Come and enjoy great food, good drinks and awesome giveaways!

Date:  January 15, 2009, 5:30-7:30pm

(Dinner will be served)

Location:  1701 Main St (the corner of Main St. and McKinley)

This Event is FREE, but Registration is required!

so...

To Register  Click here!

Hope to see you on the 15th!

Autodesk Financing Promotion

During challenging economic times, it’s more important than ever to stay on top of your game. Companies are being forced to do more with less. Meeting deadlines has become mission critical. But how can you keep up? Increasing your productivity is the key to getting your work done in less time, on time. Invest in the software that can take your productivity to the next level — without breaking the bank.

Because now you can make no payments for two months and get 0% interest for an additional 12 months on most Autodesk® software purchases until January 16, 2009.* Don’t hesitate to get the tools you need to boost your efficiency and productivity.

ACT NOW AND INCREASE YOUR TAX DEDUCTION.

If you act before December 31, 2008, you may be able to write off the full cost of your software through the federal Section 179 deduction. Many businesses can deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment purchased or financed — like Autodesk software — during this tax year.

*Autodesk is offering many promotions right now, click here to see all current promotions!*

AutoCAD LT 2009 New Seat Promotion

Dramatically increase productivity with AutoCAD LT® software, the world’s number-one-selling 2D drafting and detailing product. AutoCAD LT is a powerful solution for designers who need full DWG native file format compatibility without 3D capabilities or advanced customization. Increase efficiency with an updated user interface that not only accelerates routine tasks, but also makes commands easier to find, helping new users become productive as quickly as possible. Working with layers is now easer than ever. Move to new highs of productivity with AutoCAD LT software.

The AutoCAD LT 2009 New Seat Rebate Promotion is valid only with purchases of eligible new commercial licenses (seats) of AutoCAD LT® 2009. Upgrades, crossgrades, competitive trade-ups, Legacy, educational, and government purchases do not qualify.

Eligible participants may apply for a rebate of US$200 for each new license (seat) of AutoCAD LT® 2009.

NOTE: Rebate limited to a maximum of five licenses (seats) total per invoice address.

TO PARTICIPATE, you must adhere to all the Terms and Conditions herein.

The AutoCAD LT 2009 New Seat Rebate Promotion is not valid with, and cannot be combined with any other Autodesk offer, special pricing or other offers unless otherwise specified herein. 

Many other restrictions apply, please contact an Adraft Sales Representative for information.

What's new inside AutoCAD 2009?

With AutoCAD® software Autodesk has just one goal in mind: increasing your productivity. AutoCAD 2009 boosts efficiency with customizable and extensible user interface enhancements that increase overall drafting productivity by decreasing the number of steps to reach a command. Newly designed, innovative features simplify working with layers and help make new users productive as quickly as possible. Easy-to-use navigation tools make finding your way around 3D models a snap. Move to new highs of productivity with AutoCAD software.

AutoCAD® 2009 software provides

User interface enhancements

• Ribbon: Easily learn and use updated interface.
• ViewCube™ and SteeringWheels™ features: Quickly control interactive 3Dmodels and drawings
• Quick Properties: View key property information
  

Action recorder

• Easily record and play back commands in AutoCAD.
  

Layer dialog box enhancements

• Changes in the Layer dialog box are reflected instantly in the drawing.

For the Product Overview of AutoCAD 2009 Click Here!

For Features and Benefits of AutoCAD 2009Click Here!

Call an account rep for more details!

New Feature Releases Exclusively for

Autodesk Subscription Customers

Effective August 22, Autodesk® Subscription members can download new feature releases for the following Autodesk software products:

AutoCAD® 2009

• Demo for AutoCAD® 2009 Bonus Pack

AutoCAD LT® 2009

• AutoCAD LT® 2009 – Advanced Techniques e-Learning

AutoCAD® Revit® Architecture Suite 2009

• AutoCAD® 2009 Subscription Bonus Pack (includes demo)

AutoCAD® Revit® Structure Suite 2009

• AutoCAD® 2009 Subscription Bonus Pack (includes demo)
• Creativity Extension for Autodesk® 3ds Max® 2009
• Photo Simulators Toolkit Downloadable DVD

Autodesk® 3ds Max® Design2009

• Creativity Extension for Autodesk® 3ds Max® Design 2009
• Photo Simulators Toolkit Downloadable DVD

Autodesk® AliasStudio™ 2009

• Advanced Modeling and Surfacing Techniques Downloadable DVD

Autodesk® Maya®

• Anaglyph Stereoscopy Techniques Downloadable DVD
• API & Game Dev I Video Podcast
• Arm Rigging II Video Podcast
• The Creation Cannon Video Podcast

Actions:

• All subscription customers can download these releases via the Subscription Center.

Want to know what else is new?  Click here!