OrthoGraph-Vectorworks compatibility

However we work with industry standard export formats such as IFC and DXF, many of our users or to-be users ask about the compatibility of OrthoGraph with a specific software that they are using for their everyday work.

So we decided that we will show you how OrthoGraph export files work in different CAD software. At this time, we would like to write about the Vectorworks compatibility. We have tested the OrthoGraph export files in Vectorworks 2015 software both with the DXF and with the IFC export files.

Please watch our short video about the OrthoGraph- Vectorworks compatibility and see it with your own eyes how simple and accurate it is:

DXF export

OrthoGraph's DXF export is a two dimensional export format. To use this, you don't have to do anything else but export your OrthoGraph project in DXF either with the "Upload to Dropbox" tool or with the "Send by email" tool.
You can choose from single and separate layers. Separate layers means that every location and measurement will be on a separate layer. If you chose single layer then everything will be on one layer.

In Vectorworks, you can click on  File/Import/ DXF import and simply open the file. After that, we recommend to click on View/Zoom/ Fit to page area in order to see the model well.
This steps will result a fully measured and accurate 2D floor plan.

 IFC export

OrthoGraph's IFC format is a 3D format. To use this, you don't have to do anything else but export your OrthoGraph project in IFC either with the "Upload to Dropbox" tool or with the "Send by email" tool.

There are also the same steps in Vectorworks. Simply select File/Import/ IFC import and open your IFC file. In View menu select Layer Options/ and allow "Show others".
With these settings, you will be able to see the full 3D model.



Your OrthoGraph team

OrthoGraph ArchiCAD 17 Import module is available

We have issued a new version today from the OrthoGraph ArchiCAD import add-on, from now on ArchiCAD 17 is also supported. You can download the new versions of the add-on both for Windows and Mac form the OrthoGraph homepage: http://www.orthograph.net/download/.

As we had continuous errors with the serial validation provided by our partner, we have started to roll out a new registration method. In the first weeks this means that we will send you a new serial manually. We will send it as fast as possible, sorry for the inconvenience!

Please download the trial version, or buy the converter from the shop. (If you have already an OrthoGraph AC importer, you can simply enter the existing activation code.)

Experimental feature has been released

The new release or OrthoGraph Architect contains an experimental feature that lets users backup and restore projects to OrthoGraph Cloud Services. This new service is now available only on experimental level, which means actually our users can register and create their account, login using it, backup and restore up to 3 of their projects. Anything you backed up can not be deleted now, certainly it will be available soon.

OrthoGraph Cloud Services later will have several additional features like project sharing through a dedicated link, teamwork support, different storage packages and many more, but let us go into details only when it is getting to be released. We think that OrthoGraph Cloud features will be available in some weeks (also depending a lot on Apple’s review and approval process), so keep us following.

In the meantime try out the backup/restore feature that is there now, we appreciate all feedbacks about that.

How does it work?

1.     tap the Projects button in the top-right corner of the screen

2.     tap the export button, and a sign-up form comes up (unless you are already signed up an logged in)

3.     fill out the form, a confirmation e-mail will be sent to you

4.     open up your e-mail client, and

5.     confirm your account tapping the link inside the confirmation e-mail.

6.     go back into OrthoGraph

When you already signed up/logged in, then you can start your Backup

1.     tap the Projects/backup button again

2.     enter a name for the project

3.     tap the export button

Restore

1.     tap the Projects button in the top-right corner of the screen

2.     tap the Restore button

3.     choose restore from my projects (the other option will let you restore projects saved from other iPads)

4.     select the project you would like to restore

5.     choose whether you would like to restore the project overwriting its current version on your iPad or you can restore it under a new name (this way you have created a new copy of that).

So simple it is.

We look forward to your responses about this new feature.
info@orthograph.net

OrthoGraph Architect v5.0 with IFC and Box

A new version of OrthoGraph Architect is out in the Apple AppStore with amazing new features.

The most important is the IFC export, from now on OrthoGraph Architect 3D projects can be saved into IFC 2x3 format directly from the iPad. Based on established, international standards for common objects in the building industry, the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) file format provides an interoperability solution between different software applications. Using IFC allows the transfer of all BIM data collected with OrthoGraph including the building's logical structure, the object properties etc.

OrthoGraph’s IFC format contains the logical structure of the building with all properties, all walls, windows and doors in a 3D model also including their measured properties, and the objects will also be included in a soon release (objects will have only 3D box representations in their proper position and with their properties transferred).

IFC files created with OrthoGraph can be imported into most CAD systems. Some important links describing the opportunities are listed on our website: http://www.orthograph.net/orthograph-cad-connectivity.html

Another feature asked by many customers is the Box integration, and it is also available from this version. Box is one of the leading online file sharing cloud applications available. With this feature besides e-mail and Dropbox you have a third solution for transferring and sharing your results.

We have introduced a new property for openings, both doors and windows have now the entry 'position' on their property sheet, which is a distance from the wall surface telling where the particular opening is within the wall. Now this is an information only, later we will use this also for the proper 2D and 3D display.

We have enhanced some other features, most important is the fit-in-window both within the app and in the PDF roombook.

We are working on the next version, the freehand annotation is in the beta testing phase, and we are also working on a fresh new design with more self explaining tool icons (the old skin will be available for those accustomed to it).

OrthoGraph is IOS6 compatible - version 3.8 is out

OrthoGraph Architect 3D version 3.8 is available - thanks for the really expedited Apple review.

From this version the renewed picture export feature makes it possible to save your survey in 4 different resolution, small, medium, large and extra large, both in JPG and PNG formats.

This version also upgrades picture export function  to IOS6 compatible.

Go and update your version!