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VISIONREZ 2016 FOR REVIT / PAGE 2 The process starts with truly parametric 3D building modeling based on the industry's BIM standard – Autodesk's Revit. With the VisionREZ plug-in, the power of Revit is finally available for residential BIM. The virtual 3D model becomes the foundation for all design workflows, generating construction documents, driving fabrication with trade partners and making building information accessible for reuse downstream. When a VisionREZ ModelMap file is shared within the national network of Alpine component manufacturers and design partners, the 3D model is recognized instantly, including walls, roof and ceiling planes, and all connections. Work begins immediately to create optimized structural framing components, including roof and floor trusses, wall panels, I-joists and hardware connections, which meet local building codes and regional preferences and help keep projects lean and sustainable. The updated model is then shared to keep everyone up to date. "Industry experts have long known that every dollar spent to solve a design problem in the office before construction saves 10 dollars during construction and hundreds of dollars in repairs costs once the project is complete," said Michael Schwitter, business manager for Instinct, North America. "The emphasis on upfront accuracy saves time and money, which is why VisionREZ makes perfect sense." For additional information about VisionREZ 2016 for Revit Plug-In's or the Instinct Residential Design System, visit www.itwinstinct.com. About Alpine Recognized for its engineering excellence, productivity-enhancing software and equipment solutions, and the industry's best service, Alpine is a leading provider of building component software, metal connector products and equipment to component manufacturers. Since 1966, the company has partnered closely with customers to enhance their business and productivity. Alpine is also a leader in delivering software solutions that increase homebuilder productivity and profitability. The company is a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., a Fortune 200 global diversified manufacturer with $14.5 billion in revenue in 2014. # # # Media Contact for the Instinct Residential Design System: Mark Sedar (775) 825-0531 or msedar@alpineitw.com