Uformia is introducing an exciting new approach and foundation to 3D design and fabrication: Symvol for Rhino. Symvol for Rhino - Community is the first of Uformia's innovative new 3D modeling tools to be released. This product is a simplified yet powerful introduction to this new "true 3D" volume based approach and framework. Objects made with Symvol are always watertight and ideal for 3D printing.
Symvol highlights:   Fast and dynamic form finding (dynamically change any underlying form at anytime) Symbolic modeling (hyper-parametrization) Always watertight Direct surface and volume deformation (by control points) Advanced micro-structures Export of meshes, slices & voxels (image slices) for direct fabrication
Symvol defines objects as infinitely malleable material, not a collection of paper sheets glued together, as is the case in industrial 3D software today (often referred to as 2.5D modeling). When using Symvol, users will be reminded of working with clay or metal. Unlike traditional solid modeling which can display cracks or surface issues, users will always have a valid truly solid object no matter the design demands placed on it. On top of this exciting new development, Symvol's ease of use means professionals are no longer the only people that can use 3D modeling and fabrication software. With this light but sturdy product, the doors have been thrown open to begin to explore the world of volumetric modeling. This translates into a marketplace that is greatly increased in both depth of sophistication and range of users. Uformia believes this will have long term beneficial effects on the dynamism and creativity of the 3D modeling field as a whole. This is just a starting point, with 2012 bringing the release of additional new products and capabilities into the market. Symvol for Rhino is a simplified version of the Uformia's new generation framework for the Rhinoceros® modeling system, with three different versions: 1. Symvol Maker -- the free, fully-functional, non-commercial version is available for download and is suitable for the 3DP/maker community. 2. Symvol Community -- the low-cost version targeted for 3D printing, available for purchase now. 3. Symvol Pro -- the fully-featured, professional version, to be released later this year.

*** We at Uformia are looking forward to working closely with 3D modelers across the globe to expand our user base and spread the joy of true volumetric modeling. If you would like more information or have any inquires please email us: support [at] uformia.com or chat with us via our support forum. We look forward to hearing from you. Happy modeling!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Uformia Receives Private Investment

Tromso, Norway - 31 May, 2010 - Uformia AS today announced they have added Norinnova AS and Hålogaland Kapital AS as shareholders in exchange for private investment. This strategic alliance will support the continued development of their initial product. Uformia is at the modeling forefront, creating revolutionary 3D software that will solve many of the problems of today's software, especially in the field of digital fabrication or 3D printing. Using bio-polymers, human cells and 3D printers, it is already possible today to fabricate human body parts such as bones. Every day objects can also be printed in 3D, such as jewelry, dishes and toys. The science fiction of 20 years ago is now fact, however what is missing in this 3D printing revolution is the right software. Uformia has developed a new technology, Digital Materialization, that is sophisticated enough to use for designing and fabricating things such as micro-structures and body parts while being easy enough for a hobbyist to use. Uformia is creating a new generation of design tools that will open new markets and undeveloped users communities.
The research behind Uformia's software started over 25 years ago, and thanks to advances in computer technology, it is now possible to take this technology out of academia and into the commercial sector. Uformia is comprised of a unique group of global entrepreneurs from Norway, UK, USA, Russia and Italy with a wide range of skills from product designers, programmers, computer science, 3D modeling and corporate leadership. After finding support from both a local business incubator, Intek Lyngen, and Innovation Norway, Uformia began the search to finding just the right investment group to fit their current development. Uformia found Norinnova and Hålogaland Kapital to be the right choice. Together these investment groups offer unique flexibility, an active support network and a proven track record. The investment teams are excited by possibilities with Uformia's groundbreaking technology and look forward to assisting in the success of the company.
Uformia expects their first product to be released by the fall and looks forward to bringing the 3D design and fabrication revolution to the world - while being situated above the Arctic Circle, in one of the most beautiful places of the world.

From left: Hilde Svenning (Hålogaland Kapital AS), Cherie Stamm (Uformia AS) and Bard Hall (Norinnova AS)

About Uformia AS
Uformia is an international north Norwegian company who aims to develop a new kind of 3D software that will solve many of the problems of today's software, especially in the field of digital fabrication.

About Norinnova AS
Norinnova, short for Northern Innovation, is an innovation company with the main objective to commercialize new business ideas based on research activities and new technologies.

About Hålogaland Kapital AS
Hålogaland Kapital is a regional investment company with a mission to create profitable new businesses in the region through new innovation, knowledge-based enterprises and innovation in existing businesses.

Contacts:
Uformia AS
Cherie Stamm, CEO cherie@uformiaworld.com
468 36 475

Norinnova AS Bård Hall, CEO
baard@norinnova.no
905 15 342

Hålogaland Kapital AS
Hilde Svenning, CEO
hilde@kupa.no
770 415 10
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Join Turlif and team for a talk on Digital Materialization in the UK at The International Conference on Additive Manufacturing - 7th - 8th July, 2010. They might just bring along some sneak peaks of what we have been up to.

Our CTO, Turlif Vilbrandt spoke at the Unconventional Computing & Architecture, a conference in London exploring new materials for architectural practice. Check out the article on Wired about it.

Turlif (our CTO) is giving a seminar on Digital Materialization in London at Ecobuild - Thursday 04 March, in the section titled Making living buildings: a new ‘materiality’. His seminar starts at 13:40 (GMT). Check it out if you can. No matter what your interest, Turlif always manages to inspire when he speaks about this technology.