Introducing New AI-Powered Tools and Major Performance Upgrades
NOVATO, Calif. June 19, 2025 – IMSI® Design announced today the release of TurboCAD® Mac 16, available in four editions: Designer, Deluxe, Pro, and Platinum. Built for mechanical designers, architects, makers, and professionals across industries, TurboCAD® Mac 16 introduces over 100 new features and performance improvements, including advanced AI-powered tools, design enhancements, and faster workflows. This update builds on the success of last year’s Copilot feature, expanding its capabilities and delivering major enhancements across modeling, interoperability, and user interface design.
New Features in TurboCAD® Mac 16
AI & Automation Enhancements
A new AI-powered Part Creator is now available exclusively through TurboCAD® Mac Copilot Professional, enabling users to generate intelligent parametric parts such as gears, screws, nuts, and threaded components with customizable parameters like diameter, helix angle, and tooth count, significantly reducing time spent on repetitive mechanical design tasks.
Performance Improvements
TurboCAD® Mac 16 delivers substantial performance gains across file handling and rendering, offering up to 12× faster redraws, 22× faster file loads, 5× faster PDF/DWG imports, and 25× faster printing of large files, making complex projects more manageable and responsive than ever before.
Design & Modeling Updates
Sheet metal tools now include Base, Flange, Hem, Rolled Hem, and Unbend functions that simulate real-world fabrication processes. The Arc Slot Polygon Tool allows creation of polygons using arcs as defining edges, adding flexibility to organic shape creation. An integrated ISO Part Library gives direct access to standardized 3D components, while batch export enables saving individual parts from multi-part files for better organization and sharing.
User Interface & Customization
The custom tools interface has been redesigned to support larger m×n icon arrays such as 3×20 or 10×10 layouts, improving accessibility and workspace customization. Additionally, a new edit dialog simplifies tool modification, making adjustments more intuitive and efficient.
Interoperability & File Support
The SketchUp importer now supports the latest versions of SketchUp, with automatic glass shaders applied to transparent materials for more realistic rendering.
Language Support
TurboCAD® Mac 16 now supports English, French, and German languages, ensuring broader accessibility for international users and allowing designers from different regions to work comfortably in their preferred language without translation barriers.
Executive Quotes
“The AI-powered Part Creator in TurboCAD® Mac 16 significantly reduces the time needed to build mechanical components. With just a few parameter inputs, users can generate highly accurate parts that fit seamlessly into complex assemblies. ”
— Tim Olson, Vice President of IMSI Design
“The Sheet Metal Tools and Arc Slot Polygon Tool open up new possibilities for industrial design. These features bring precision and flexibility together in ways that were not possible before. ”
— Rita Buschmann, Vice President of Product Management, CAD and Home Design.
The availability of features may vary depending on the model variant. Some features require Copilot Professional as an optional paid plug-in. For a comprehensive overview of feature distribution, please visit www.turbocad.com.
Availability and Pricing
TurboCAD® Mac 16 is now available, offering a diverse array of design tools to meet the needs of various users and budgets. Our product lineup includes:
- TurboCAD® Mac Platinum – Our most advanced package: $1,299.99 USD.
- TurboCAD® Mac Pro – Powerful tools for intricate design work: $799.99 USD.
- TurboCAD® Mac Deluxe – A versatile toolkit for diverse projects: $279.99 USD.
- TurboCAD® Mac Designer – Ideal for beginners focusing on 2D design: $99.99 USD.
Optional add-ons include:
- TurboCAD® Mac Copilot Professional: Subscription pricing at $199.99 USD/year or $449.99 USD for three years
Additionally, our Training and PowerPack Bundles are specially designed to complement and expand capabilities when working with TurboCAD® Mac.
For more information, please visit www.turbocad.com.
About IMSI Design
IMSI Design is a global leader in mechanical and architectural CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and a pioneer in mobile solutions for the AEC (Architectural Engineering and Construction) industry. Since 1988, IMSI Design has distributed its products to over 20 million users worldwide, including the award-winning TurboCAD®, DesignCAD™, FloorPlan®, TurboViewer®, TurboReview®, and TurboSite®—a diverse suite of precision design applications for both desktop and mobile. Please visit www.TurboCAD.com or www.imsidesign.com for more information.
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