Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc. Announces Partnership with MAXON Computer

nv-logo.jpgColumbia, Md. (Sept. 1, 2010) – Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with MAXON Computer, Germany. Beginning with the next release of Vectorworks® software, which will be available on Sept. 14, 2010, Nemetschek Vectorworks will base its Renderworksâ„¢ rendering application on MAXON's CINEMA 4D render engine.

“The CINEMA 4D render engine is blazingly fast, and now Renderworks 2011 offers this speed to our customers, completely integrated into their Vectorworks workflows. With improved speed, rendering quality and 64-bit support, virtually every aspect of the Renderworks experience is improved,” said Sean Flaherty, CEO of Nemetschek Vectorworks. “And with ‘no-translation' transfer directly into CINEMA 4D, we provide a solution for customers who need animation or additional high-end rendering features. This is a truly integrated visualization solution courtesy of the Nemetschek group.”

The newest version of CINEMA 4D software, Release 12, includes breakthrough new tools that cater to the needs of 3D visualization professionals. It is an ideal solution for architects and designers using Vectorworks with Renderworks who desire extra realism and an unlimited choice of rendering options.

"Both companies have worked closely together to deliver the best possible experience for Vectorworks users when it comes to creating high-quality visualizations. We are excited to present this integrated solution for architects and designers that offers easy-to-use tools and state-of-the-art technology for the successful realization of professional projects," said Harald Egel, CEO and co-founder of MAXON.

CINEMA 4D Release 12 is now available for purchase through most Vectorworks distributors worldwide. Please visit www.vectorworks.net/CINEMA for more information, including details on Vectorworks/CINEMA 4D bundles.

About Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc.

Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nemetschek AG and has been developing software since 1985. The Vectorworks line of software provides professional design solutions for more than 450,000 designers in the AEC, entertainment and landscape design industries. With a tradition of designing flexible, versatile, intuitive and affordable CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions, Nemetschek Vectorworks continues to be a global leader in 3D design technologies. For more information, visit www.vectorworks.net.

About MAXON Computer

MAXON Computer GmbH is a subsidiary of Nemetschek AG and is developing professional 3D modeling, painting, animation and rendering solutions. Its award-winning CINEMA 4D and BodyPaint 3D software products have been used extensively to help create everything from stunning visual effects in top feature films, TV shows and commercials, cutting-edge game cinematics for AAA games, as well for medical illustration, architectural and industrial design applications. MAXON has offices in Germany, USA, United Kingdom, France and Japan. MAXON products are available directly from the website and its worldwide distribution channel. Specially priced learning editions of the company's software solutions are also made available to educational institutions. For additional information on MAXON visit www.maxon.net.