IronCAD Announces the Release of IronCAD Version 8.0 Japanese

IronCAD Version 8.0 - the leading 3D design alternative to today's parametric systems now available in Japan

ATLANTA, GA. December 23rd, 2005 – IronCAD, a leading provider of 3D Design Productivity Solutions announces the immediate availability of IronCAD V8 Japanese, the latest offering of its award winning 3D design solution, known worldwide for its ease of use and end user productivity.   IronCAD V8 Japanese is available exclusively from Hitachi Zosen Information Systems (HZS) based in Tokyo, Japan.  IronCAD V8 solidifies its position as the industry's leading 3D design alternative to today's parametric and constraint history based systems.  The combination of its advanced architecture and additional features found in IronCAD V8 allow designers to capture innovative design concepts in 3D faster than any other system available today, IronCAD truly is The Fastest and Easiest Way to 3D.

IronCAD V8 is a major step forward with over 200 customers requested enhancements and quality improvements.  Also included with version 8.0 is a second bonus CD containing a suite of free integrated third party solutions making this release a tremendous value to its customers.  Some of the key areas of improvement in this release can be found in the modeling, 2D drawing, third party software integration and general product performance areas.

IronCAD V8 Japanese and its accompanying bonus CD are available for immediate delivery and will begin shipping to existing customers in Japan around the end of November 2005.  For a more complete view of the exciting new features within V8, please visit the IronCAD Japanese website at jp.ironcad.com.

"IronCAD 8.0 Japanese represents IronCAD's continued dedication to the Japanese market and our long term partner HZS", says Steve McGuinness, Director of International Sales.  "We are honored to make the powerful technologies in IronCAD 8.0 available to the Japanese market, IronCAD's many improvements in this version will continue the tradition of customers experiencing higher productivity bringing customer visions, designs, and products to market faster than they could with any other midrange CAD program available today."

"Our customers are constantly demanding the best technology and tools that are available.  HZS furthers it's commitment to our customers by bringing IronCAD 8.0 Japanese to them", says Junji Kanaoka, General Manager, PLM Business and Marketing Division, HZS.  "We are confident that this release will meet customers needs now and well into the future.  We are especially excited about the included Solution Partner Bonus CD and the value it brings to our customers."

IronCAD’s award winning technology enables small-to-medium sized manufacturers and engineering teams develop products more quickly, at higher quality standards and lower cost. The combination of IronCAD’s design productivity with its value price point is making it a favorite choice of companies from around the world.

About IronCAD
Based in Atlanta, GA, IronCAD is a leading provider of 3D Design Productivity Solutions that deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction and productivity. Solutions that can be used either standalone or as complimentary collaboration solutions of a broader PLM initiative. Its flagship product IronCAD has won many industry awards for its innovative technology and leads the industry in its ease of use and design productivity. IronCAD products are being used successfully by thousands of customers worldwide. For additional information, please contact IronCAD at 1-800-339-7304 or visit our website at www.ironcad.com

About Hitachi Zosen Information Systems
Hitachi Zosen Information Systems Co., Ltd. (HZS), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, was established in 1977 with system integration as its corporate mission.  Through many successful experiences with various industries, HZS provides an extensive product portfolio of CAD/CAM/CAE.  The Space-E family and Space-E CAA V5 based family, HZS' flagship solutions, offers a comprehensive suite of products to satisfy various needs in the manufacturing field.  HZS is the leader in Japanese the CAM and MOLD software with leading market share.  HZS helps to strategically systematize information concerning management resources, including human, material and capital resources, and constructs an information system which will allow further improvements to be made.  For additional information, please contact HZS at 81-3-5711-5341 or visit our website at www.hzs.co.jp