Quantapoint PRISM 3D / QuantaCAD 9.0 Laser Scan Data Software to Begin Beta Testing

PITTSBURGH, PA, Mar 24 (MARKET WIRE) --
Quantapoint (http://www.quantapoint.com) -- provider of laser scanning
technology and services that helps companies achieve Zero-Defect
Projects(TM) -- announced that beta testing will soon begin for PRISM 3D
/ QuantaCAD 9.0. PRISM 3D enables 3D laser scan data to be accessed
directly as high-definition Quantapoint Laser Models(TM) (not fuzzy
"point clouds") and photo-realistic Laser Images(TM). QuantaCAD enables
the same 3D laser data to be accessed directly within design software
such as Autodesk AutoCAD, AVEVA PDMS, AVEVA Review, Bentley AutoPlant,
Bentley Microstation V8XM, Intergraph PDS, Intergraph SmartPlant Review
and more.

The themes for the PRISM 3D / QuantaCAD 9.0 releases are "increasing
design efficiency" and "improving design and laser data interoperability."
Some of the major capabilities include:

-- SmartPlant 3D, SmartMarine 3D and SmartPlant Review: Laser Models may
be accessed directly in the upcoming SmartPlant release, providing clear
information for clash-free designs.
-- Increased Version and Plug-in Support: Support for AutoCAD 2009
(including the "ribbon" menu), SmartPlant Review 2008, PDS Frameworks,
AutoPlant Structural and CADWorx, which increases interoperability and the
flexibility of using Laser Models during design.
-- State Manager: Store and recall the laser data state (loaded Laser
Models, Laser Images and views) so users can quickly resume work instead of
having to manually reload laser scan data.
-- Tag Points: Create and edit tag points (specific 3D locations, such as
tie points) directly in the laser data so users can access consistent
design starting and ending points across the team.
-- Grouped Clashes: Grouping drastically reduces the number of clashes
between Laser Models and CAD Models, eliminating false clashes and helping
to more quickly identify critical clashes.
-- Embedded Laser Images: Use photo-realistic Laser Images directly for
3D design reviews.
-- Memory Optimization: Significantly optimized memory management so more
Laser Models and Laser images may be accessed during design, providing a
more complete facility view.
-- Improved AutoCAD 2D Drawing Support: Support for AutoCAD 2D drawing
elements (dimensions, etc.), so fabrication or other drawings can be
created from Laser Models.
-- Export Laser Models: Laser Models may be exported as "Optimized Point
Clouds" (more dense and visually clear than fuzzy "point clouds") in
formats compatible with NavisWorks and more.
-- SolidEdge File Import: Siemens SolidEdge files may be imported into
PRISM 3D to display with and clash against Laser Models, enabling SolidEdge
to be used with laser data for design.
-- Enhanced Installation: Unified installer for standalone and network
PRISM 3D / QuantaCAD with support for "silent" and "push"
install/uninstall, enabling easier installation and upgrades.
-- Flexible Licensing: Quantapoint software are now integrated and may be
licensed monthly for standalone or network usage, providing more
flexibility based on project or program needs.

If you are interested in beta testing PRISM 3D / QuantaCAD 9.0 with
your current Quantapoint data or a sample data set or would like a preview
demonstration, visit www.quantapoint.com/qp/contact/ or e-mail
info@quantapoint.com and enter "9.0 beta test" as the subject.

By using PRISM 3D / QuantaCAD to put reality on the desktop and in design
software, clients have typically been able to reduce remodeling time by
85% (by using Laser Models instead of CAD remodeling or as a basis to
remodel), decrease design time by 60% (by accessing more complete and
clear Laser Models and Laser Images for design) and cut rework from
design clashes by 85% (by correcting clashes between the Laser Models and
the new CAD design).

About Laser Models and Laser Images

Laser Models(TM) -- winner of both an R&D 100 award and a FIATECH CETI
award as a significant advancement -- are a unique Quantapoint technology
that integrates all laser scan data to provide detailed, high-definition
3D solid "models" of a facility. Laser Models are visually clear and
include fine details, unlike older "point cloud" technology whose sparse
measurements make it difficult to visualize or understand the facility
and more likely to miss critical design details. Laser Models provide
more complete information for more complete designs.

Quantapoint Laser Images are photo-realistic, panoramic images of laser
scans from individual laser scanner locations ("scanner-centric"). Because
Laser Images are 360-degree images, they may be panned and zoomed like
virtual reality programs to view the surrounding area. Laser Images are
ideal for "virtual" site visits due to their high resolution.

About Quantapoint

Quantapoint provides laser scanning technology and services that help our
clients achieve Zero-Defect Projects(TM). We "digitize" facilities using
patented laser scanning technology and then use our award-winning Laser
Model(TM) (http://www.quantapoint.com/capabilities/lasermodels) technology
to create a high-resolution Digitized Facility(TM) that can be accessed
directly or within various CAD packages. Quantapoint also provides
analysis, quality control, documentation and decision support services to
eliminate the most common sources of preventable project defects from
across the project lifecycle (http://www.quantapoint.com/capabilities). It
is Quantapoint's unique combination of innovative laser scanning
technology and professional services that help our clients achieve
Zero-Defect Projects(TM), beating project budgets and schedules by 15% or
more and saving millions of dollars and thousands of man-hours. For more
information on our technology and services, please visit
www.quantapoint.com, e-mail info@quantapoint.com or call +1-412-653-0100.

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For additional information, please contact:
James McGill
VP of Marketing
Quantapoint, Inc.
Telephone: 412-653-0100, ext. 200
E-mail: jmcgill@quantapoint.com

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