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To Fuji Machine Manufacturing Co., Ltd., which manufactures and sells special printing machines and coating machines, we would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX." The company adopted this product due to its excellent responsiveness and specialization in equipment design. However, many designers experienced significant stress as they had to manage busy design tasks along with the unfamiliar operation of CAD, leading to a trend where designers gradually reverted to using only 2D CAD. In response, we launched the "3D CAD Implementation Project." We successfully navigated various obstacles to establish a robust 3D CAD environment. [Case Overview] ■ Reason for Adoption - Excellent responsiveness and specialization in equipment design ■ Results - A highly satisfactory system was established that not only met the specifications of the previous system but also included more convenient features. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Coretech Co., Ltd., which specializes in automatic assembly lines and leak testing equipment for the automotive industry. By making conceptual drawings, which were traditionally created in 2D CAD, more visually accessible in 3D CAD, we believed that customer satisfaction (CS) could be enhanced, leading to the adoption of our product. After the implementation, design and manufacturing processes that previously took about four months were completed in approximately three months. Additionally, by replacing the conceptual drawings presented to customers with 3D versions, we were able to secure orders more smoothly. [Case Overview] ■ Reasons for Implementation - We believed that making conceptual drawings more visually accessible in 3D CAD could enhance customer satisfaction (CS). - Combining standard units to create products is effective in improving quality, cost, and delivery time (QCD). *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

To JCC Engineering Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of capacitor manufacturing equipment, we would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX." In the design of capacitor manufacturing equipment, it is common to reuse design drawings of parts and units from past excellent devices. However, creating assembly drawings that combine as many as 2,000 parts can be quite challenging for designers, which led us to shift towards 3D design. As a result of implementing this product, the productivity of part drawings has improved to more than twice that of before, and even those who do not have knowledge of manufacturing equipment can create part drawings without making mistakes, eliminating the need for revisions. [Case Overview] ■ Reasons for Selection - As a mechanical CAD, it has good operability, allowing drawings to be displayed in space and enabling the direct use of that data to create three-dimensional shapes. - With a transparent base sheet that allows users to draw basic lines, even designers accustomed to 2D CAD can quickly start 3D design. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study of Shimizu Industrial Co., Ltd., which has automotive molded parts and resin molds as its two main business pillars, implementing "iCAD SX." Due to the slow response of high-end CAD, the company was unable to perform smooth operations for medium to large molds. Because they emphasized parameter design, the customization of minor operation commands lacked flexibility and was prone to obsolescence, leading to a standardization that halted evolution. By transitioning the mold mechanism design to our product, the design man-hours were significantly reduced. With improved response, assembly became easier to handle, and the previously impossible comprehensive interference checks could now be performed efficiently. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - The slow response made it impossible to perform smooth operations for medium to large molds. - Customization of minor operation commands lacked flexibility and was prone to obsolescence. ■Results - Achieved smooth operations without hindering designers' trials. - Comprehensive interference checks could now be performed efficiently. ＼ Click below to download the case study PDF ／ 　　　　　　　　　↓　　　↓　　　↓　　　↓

To Tsukasa Electric Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of small gear motors, we would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX." The company adopted 3D CAD to design high-value-added products quickly. The product was chosen due to its excellent operability, ease of understanding for designers familiar with 2D CAD, simple transition, and the ability to utilize existing assets in the form of 2D drawings. As a result of the implementation, they were able to reliably perform interference checks and speed up prototyping by providing 3D data. [Case Overview] ■ Reasons for Selection - Excellent operability - Easy transition for designers accustomed to 2D CAD - Ability to use existing assets in the form of 2D drawings - Good cost performance, achieving the ideal environment of one unit per person *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at ShinMaywa Industries, Ltd., which comprehensively covers the lifecycle of parking. Among multi-story parking garages, there are structures such as decks, rails, and columns that can be planned with just a flat layout and arrangement. They were looking for a 3D CAD that could seamlessly utilize both 3D and 2D. After implementation, they successfully utilized analysis from the conceptual stage, optimized steel structural members, reduced rework during the prototype stage, and alleviated the workload for adjustment tasks at the assembly site. 【Case Overview】 ■ Reasons for Selection - Ease of assembly design - Drawing functions. Manufacturing drawings (2D drawings) are essential. - Ability to handle 3D/2D seamlessly in one file - Good support. The developer is domestic, so responses are quick and the support is solid. ■ Implementation Effects - In new designs, they successfully reduced rework during the prototype stage by utilizing analysis. This enabled the downsizing of the motor for the elevator through the lightweighting of pallets. - The effectiveness was also demonstrated in modification designs that required short-term construction. They were able to read 2D drawings and immediately conduct renewal design, facilitating discussions with the client and design review. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Toshiba Electronic Engineering Corporation's Equipment Technology Center. The company has chosen to apply high-end CAD to electronic components and mold design, and to perform 3D design only in situations where 3D modeling is effective in equipment design, while continuing to use 2D design where 2D data suffices. After the implementation, they were able to significantly speed up the conceptual design process of manufacturing equipment, drafting work after detailed design, and the creation of technical documents such as operation manuals, which often require design changes. [Case Overview] ■ Reasons for Adoption - Ability to apply 3D in conceptual design - Smooth handover of drawings to external partner companies responsible for manufacturing ■ Results - Easy-to-understand 3D images enhance communication with overseas manufacturers *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Japan Vilene Company, a top domestic share and a global leader in non-woven fabric expertise. The company has been feeling the limitations of 2D design as the demands for production equipment have been increasing year by year in order to produce high-quality products that can compete with rival manufacturers. After the implementation, effects such as early detection of defects and reduction of rework appeared in a short period, enabling the rapid development of products that exceed user demands and the creation of advanced products. 【Case Overview】 ■ Background - The functional requirements for equipment have been increasing year by year, leading to a sense of limitation with 2D design. ■ Reasons for Selection - Evaluation of overwhelming 3D data processing performance. - Careful and prompt support system. - Ability to learn operation in a short period. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

To Toyo Eitec Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of working machines, we would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX." In the company, fundamental reforms and improvements in design quality were necessary to realize "technologies that can only be achieved by Toyo Eitec" with shorter delivery times and lower costs. After the introduction of the product, they have achieved results in speeding up design, knowledge transfer, and enhancing proposal capabilities. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - 3D design is essential to meet the demand for shorter delivery times. - High-end CAD systems have heavy data and are expensive. ■Reasons for Adoption - Compatibility with top-down design of our product. - Short training period (usable in practical work within 3 days). - High system stability. ■Results - Ability to utilize 3D models at client sites for presentations and specification decisions. - Achieved consistent 3D top-down design from concept to detailed design. - Upgraded young designers through knowledge sharing using 3D. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

To ROKUROKU INDUSTRY Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of working machinery, We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX." The company faced the challenge of wanting to quickly establish a system that enhances design quality and prevents rework in the manufacturing process to respond to customer needs in a timely manner. Additionally, they aimed to strengthen their sales and marketing capabilities and introduced our product for the 3D design and development of a new model to be exhibited at the "Japan International Machine Tool Fair." [Case Overview] ■ Challenges - To quickly establish a system that enhances design quality and prevents rework in the manufacturing process - To facilitate smooth communication with customers ■ Reasons for Adoption - The basic flow of top-down design can be carried out smoothly - A seamless transition to 3D design is possible - High accuracy in converting existing 2D drawings *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Hikari Co., Ltd., which possesses high competitiveness through detailed proposal capabilities and speedy launches. The company, which has been advancing the introduction of 2D CAD and mid-range 3D CAD, was working on the integration of CAD and CAM to smoothly transfer the intentions of the design department to the processing department as a final touch. They evaluated the overwhelming display performance of iCAD SX, as well as its customizability and reliable local support system. After implementation, they successfully built an advanced fusion environment of design technology and processing technology. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Reduce the effort and mistakes in design and manufacturing/processing ■Results - Achieved CAD/CAM integration that matches the company's unique operations - Easy to implement detailed customizations - High evaluation of flexible design functions immediately after implementation *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

To Hokushou Co., Ltd., a mid-sized manufacturer of vertical conveying systems, we would like to introduce a case study on the implementation of "iCAD SX." In order to smoothly respond to both the increasing sophistication of needs and the trend of increased production, the company has been promoting business reform in both production and sales. By implementing iCAD SX, they achieved a significant improvement in design efficiency. A drawing search system was built based on the high-speed processing capabilities of iCAD SX, enabling the search of approximately 300,000 drawings in an overwhelming speed of just 2 seconds. It has also facilitated easy integration with BOM and PDM, contributing to a reduction in design lead time. [Case Overview] ■ Goals - 30% increase in efficiency, 50% reduction in defects ■ Results - Improved reusability of existing drawings through the construction of a high-speed drawing search system - Evolution into a knowledge-sharing system for past defects and recurrence prevention measures - Greatly contributed to the reduction of man-hours for designers, achieving a 30% increase in efficiency in the engineering department *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

To Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd., which maintains high performance, we would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX." The company was exploring ways to shorten the processes from design to the establishment of production facilities and mass production in order to extend their period of leading the market without allowing competitors to catch up and to seize business opportunities. After the implementation, it became possible to share 3D data between the design department and production technology. Furthermore, by centralizing 3D data from design to production technology and manufacturing sites, the company is enhancing its competitiveness. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Shortening the processes from design to the establishment of production facilities and mass production ■Results - Smooth internal reviews due to high processing performance and good operability - Direct connection between the design department and production technology department through 3D data *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Unibance Co., Ltd., which develops, designs, and produces automotive drive system units. The company was working on business reform in the design and manufacturing process to respond to the automotive manufacturers' demand for shorter delivery times, but it was difficult to carry out conceptual design using high-end 3D CAD. Therefore, iCAD SX was used for conceptual design focused on the mechanism of the transmission, and by applying high-end 3D CAD from the detailed design stage onward, they achieved greater efficiency in design work and reduced lead times. [Case Overview] ■ Challenges - A 3D CAD that does not interrupt the designer's thought process is needed for conceptual design. ■ Results - 3D modeling was achieved by utilizing 2D drawing assets and know-how for components such as shafts and gears. - Cross-sectional views from various angles were arranged in 3D space, allowing for meticulous conceptual design and reducing rework. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Aichi Machine Industry Co., Ltd., which is responsible for the manufacturing of small automobiles and automotive engines and transmissions. The company had been using 2D CAD for many years, but following the introduction of high-end CAD in the development department, it was decided to also implement 3D CAD in the manufacturing equipment department. By efficiently combining design reviews and layout considerations using 3D, along with 2D design, they have achieved improved design productivity. [Case Overview] ■ Background of Implementation - Decided to introduce 3D CAD to strengthen collaboration with the development department. ■ Results - Demonstrated excellent compatibility with CAD for automotive design, allowing for quick initiation of equipment design. - Enabled jig design that considers space in 3D, such as avoiding tools entering from two diagonal directions in the machining center, contributing to internal design reviews. - Rich drafting functions reduced the number of touches by 20% compared to conventional 2D CAD. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Sumitomo Heavy Industries Environment, a water treatment engineering company with top-class domestic market share. At the company, after determining the core concept and basic specifications according to the required dimensions of the order drawings, they check for interferences and optimize the operator's workflow before the cooperating manufacturers begin detailed design and manufacturing. "iCAD SX" was introduced to improve the accuracy and efficiency of this design work. After the implementation, they achieved front-loading of the design process and a 22% reduction in design lead time. Although there was a problem with a decreasing number of veteran designers, the use of 3D CAD has made spatial design considerations easier, leading to an improvement in the skills of existing designers. [Case Summary] ■Challenges - There is a decreasing number of veteran designers who can create 2D drawings while envisioning 3D shapes. ■Results - Achieved a 22% reduction in design time. - Unique use of "synchronous motion" alleviated concerns during the delivery process. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.