26.02.2026

3DViewStation v2026.0 Release

We released 3DViewStation version v2026.0 with the enhancements described below. The new 3DViewStation versions are available for download

Import 2D

  • CATIA V6 R2026x
  • Solid Edge 2026
  • Solidworks 2026
  • NX 2512 Series (until 2512.1700)
  • Inventor IDW (only with Autodesk Apprentice Server separately installed)

Export 3D

  • New 3MF exporter

Functions & Features:

  • DWG, DXF, DGN import: 2D-only models can now be aligned to camera in a 3D scene
  • FBX import: Support TGA textures
  • HPGL/2 import: Add setting to display invisible pens
  • JT import:
    • Load points
    • Support PMI backgrounds
    • Improve loading speed
  • PLMXML import:
    • Load referenced files multi-threaded if possible
    • Ignore 2D file references to improve loading speed
  • VSXML import: Load referenced files multi-threaded if possible
  • Alternative settings dialog with different order
  • Edge measurement: Add modes to choose between edge, edge segment and edge loops
  • Indicate per symbol if an opened file is read-only
  • WebViewer: Full client gets option "Touch helper" (previously mobile client only)
  • WebViewer: Full client gets option "Radial context menu" (previously mobile client only)
  • WebViewer: Update JS dependencies
  • WebViewer: IPC improvements
  • Setup: KASMonitor is installed with the KAS option

More about the current release at
https://help-viewer.kisters.de/productfamily/en/3dvs_versioninfo_intro.php