Ashlar-Vellum™ Graphite™V8 SP 1
Named Staff Pick by Apple

October 27, 2008, Austin, TX. Ashlar-Vellum Graphite v8 SP1 was named last week as a Staff Pick by Apple Computer. The 2D/3D wireframe computer-aided drafting software is a Top Download in both the All Downloads and Imaging & 3D categories on the Apple website at www.apple.com/downloads.

The highlights of Graphite v8 SP1 include:

• Improved DWG/DXF translation including import of AutoCAD layouts with their views into Graphite sheets.
• Improved PDF smart-data export.
• Optimizations for the Intel Mac with a performance increase of 3X on zoom, pan and selection functions, and 2X for file loading under Leopard.

About Ashlar Incorporated

Founded in 1988, Ashlar-Vellum is the leading provider of precision CAD and 3D modeling software that automates and simplifies the design process for drafting, design, and engineering professionals on both Macintosh and Windows platforms. Ashlar-Vellum's renowned Vellum® user interface and powerful toolsets have earned the loyalty of innovators around the world. Ashlar-Vellum operates from its headquarters in Austin, Texas. To learn more call +1 800-877-2745 or visit www.ashlar.com.

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Contact:
Julie Bou
Ashlar-Vellum
+1 800 877 2745 ext 1130
Julie.Bou@ashlar.com