The new version 2025.4.529 of 3DViewStation, available since August 13, 2025, brings significant improvements in CAD import capabilities, performance, and visualization tools. This major update strengthens 3DViewStation's position as the reference solution for multi-format CAD data visualization and analysis.
Expanded CAD Format Support
3D Import: Compatibility with Latest Versions
This new version significantly extends compatibility with the most recent CAD systems:
- Navisworks 2026: Full support for the latest version of Autodesk Navisworks
- Creo 12 4.0.0: Support for PTC Creo version 12
- NX 2506: Support for the latest iteration of Siemens NX
Enhanced 2D Import
2D import benefits from notable improvements with support for NX 2412 Series (up to version 2412.7000), enabling better integration of technical drawings into your visualization workflows.
Performance Optimizations and New Features
New JT Import Engine as Default
A new JT import engine is now used by default, offering better stability and increased performance when processing Siemens JT files.
High-Performance 2D Rendering
High-performance 2D rendering is now enabled by default, allowing smoother visualization of technical drawings and optimized navigation in complex 2D documents.
Advanced Geometric Tools
New geometric manipulation tools enrich 3DViewStation's arsenal:
- Normal inversion (#2176): Automatic correction of surface orientation
- Optimized solid cutting: New options to improve performance in specific use cases
Export and Interoperability
Enhanced 3DVS Export
Export to native 3DVS format benefits from face attributes support (#2057), enabling better preservation of geometric metadata during file exchanges.
Modernized WebViewer Architecture
The WebViewer backend now integrates asynchronous Websockets, significantly improving responsiveness and performance of web applications using 3DViewStation.
Evolved VSLM License Management
The VSLM (ViewStation License Manager) license management system is enriched with new features:
- Pay-per-use support: New flexible subscription model
- Multi-group management: A user can now belong to multiple groups simultaneously
- Advanced monitoring: Display of checkout time for features per user
- Limitation alerts: Integrated alert box when access is denied due to lack of available licenses
Fixes and Stability Improvements
Import Optimizations
This version fixes several critical issues:
- CATIA V5 Import: Significant improvement in loading times for large models (#2121)
- JT Import: Optimized handling of large files (#2178) and improved wireframe generation
- Creo Import: The alternative importer now correctly displays face colors (#1911)
Enhanced Stability
Numerous stability improvements have been implemented:
- Loading 3DVS files with materials and textures
- OBJ to 3DPDF conversion
- Optimized multi-threaded scene preparation
- Improved view activation
- Single instance startup
Compliance and Standards
3DViewStation 2025.4.529 strengthens its compliance with industry standards through implementation of ISO 8601 compliant logging, ensuring optimal traceability of operations.
An Evolution Serving Your CAD Projects
This new version of 3DViewStation confirms CAD Interop's commitment to providing increasingly powerful and compatible CAD visualization solutions. Whether you work in automotive, aerospace, mechanical engineering, or any other industrial sector, these improvements will enable you to:
- Visualize more formats with extended support for the latest CAD versions
- Work more efficiently thanks to performance optimizations
- Collaborate more easily with WebViewer improvements
- Manage your licenses flexibly with new VSLM models
The 3DViewStation 2025.4.529 update is immediately available to all users with a valid maintenance contract. To discover how this version can optimize your CAD visualization workflows, download the demo verion:
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