January 3, 2001--ASPire3D, which provides applications for converting 2D drawings into 3D solid models, and Quickparts.com, which supplies rapid prototyping services through the internet, recently announced a strategic partnership. Under the agreement, each company will offer the other's products, and clients will be able to obtain services from both companies through respective portals. Customers will also be able to obtain instantaneous quotes on costs for rapid prototyping and transforming their 3D data into physical parts.