--- title: AEC Tech Articles description: Keep up with the latest AEC and construction technology - BricsCAD, Matterport Scanners, and Large-Format Plotters from Canon and HP. --- [Blog](https://www.tavco.net/articles#) [Categories](https://www.tavco.net/articles#) [Graphics & photos](https://www.tavco.net/articles/topic/graphics-photos), [Canon iPF plotters](https://www.tavco.net/articles/topic/canon-ipf-plotters), [AEC](https://www.tavco.net/articles/topic/aec) ## [How to Pick the Best Plotter and Printer](https://www.tavco.net/articles) ![Kevin Vaughan](https://www.tavco.net/hubfs/Headshots/Kevin_Vaughan_-_TAVCO_-_2016.png) by [Kevin Vaughan](https://www.tavco.net/articles/author/kevin-vaughan) on October 23, 2024 [ Free Consultation ] Are you interested in getting a new plotter printer but don't know where to start? Get help from our top tech experts in a free consultation call. Click Here to Schedule Your ... 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