Many customers are surprised — or even sceptical — that 4M CAD Pro can perform as well as (or better than) products priced many times higher. This perception is understandable, but there is solid reasoning behind the value it offers.   4M CAD works with the DWG file format and is available in three versions: Classic, Standard, and Professional, with pricing typically ranging from £170 to £370. These competitive prices are possible because 4M developed their solution through t

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In the latest Alibre Design Webinar, the Alibre team dives into the tools, techniques, and innovations that make modern CAD design faster, smarter, and more accessible than ever. Whether you’re an engineer, product designer, or maker, this session walks you through how Alibre helps you move seamlessly from concept to creation. You’ll see live demonstrations of real-world modelling workflows; from building intricate assemblies and managing data through PDM, to rendering photor

At a time when much of the CAD industry is shifting to subscription-only licencing, we can see a clear and growing movement in the...

Released on June 1, 2024, the plethora of fantastic updates in Alibre Design Version 28 focus on improving everyday workflows, boosting...

We thrilled to share the news that QUICKSURFACE have recently won the “Most Innovative Use of Reverse Engineering Techniques in a...

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We have been partners with 4M for over 12 years, and one of the things that always impresses us is their ongoing commitment to product...

We're really excited to announce the release of Alibre PDM (Product Data Management). Designed for engineering and design teams, Alibre...

We're really excited to be attending the upcoming Advanced Engineering Event at the NEC in Birmingham at the end of October. The Advanced...

3D Scanning and Reverse Engineering has come a long way in recent years, especially in terms of affordability! At Mintronics we pride...

4MCAD continues to provide amazing value for money, with more and more customers choosing 4M for their CAD needs, saving a considerable...

As a business owner I am always looking at wider market trends for any potential opportunities or challenges on the horizon. One key...

It was great to visit one of our customers last week and explore how #3Dscanning technology can be used to support their design process....

One of our customers recently took advantage of our low cost Matterport rental options to create some fabulous Virtual Tours of their...

I recently attended the Alibre annual reseller meeting, the first one for a while due to covid, so it was great to see many familiar...

Virtual Tours are an incredibly accurate, immersive and effective tool for connecting people with spaces. 3D Virtual Tours are an...

We had a great day last week at the Tees Valley business summit. This was a great opportunity for us to showcase our range of exciting 3D...

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We recently held another fantastic 3D Scanning and Reverse Engineering workshop in partnership with the Industrial Digitalisation...