Proposal for Utilizing CAD: To Keep Up with i-Construction

The construction and civil engineering industry faces stricter laws and intense market competition! Innovation grounded in reality!

Since 2016, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has been promoting "i-Construction" as an initiative to improve productivity across the entire construction production system and aim for attractive construction sites. It is undeniable that 2D drawings are still the mainstream in architecture, especially on-site. However, with the rapid advancement of 3D data utilization, such as BIM modeling, there are increasing cases where traditional CAD cannot keep up. With 'BricsCAD', it is possible to advance the 3D conversion of designs based on general 2D design data without straining costs. Furthermore, using 3D data as a core, you can step up to cutting-edge industry initiatives such as BIM and VR. [Points for Extended Use of CAD Possible with BricsCAD] ■ High compatibility with AutoCAD ■ Conversion to JW and SXF ■ Support for point cloud data and rendering ■ Easy to start with BIM *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other CAD

Utilizing 3D features effectively to address challenges such as "efficiency in design work" and "shortage of personnel" required in the field of mechanical design! Introducing case studies of BricsCAD implementation.

Lecture Theme: The Recommendation of Various Relaxed 3D Genre: Mechanical Design Speaker: Masayuki Koma, Research and Development Department, Oshikiri Co., Ltd. In the field of mechanical design, 3D is being sought as a solution to challenges such as improving design efficiency and addressing labor shortages. On the other hand, many companies find it difficult to take the step towards adopting 3D CAD due to factors such as the need to move away from traditional 2D CAD operations and cost considerations. Oshikiri Co., Ltd. has implemented BricsCAD and is effectively utilizing its 3D features to address these challenges. We will introduce how they are achieving this during the presentation. Oshikiri's lecture is scheduled to be publicly available around 15:40 on November 24 (Thursday). The public release time is an estimate and may change depending on the progress of the event on the day. *Currently, an archived broadcast is available. Please apply for viewing through the related link.

• 3D CAD

Solve issues such as inability to utilize data, lack of standardization, over-reliance on customization, and lack of scalability by implementing ACAD-DENKI!

Theme: Utilization of ACAD-DENKI's Parts Master Genre: Electrical Design Speaker: Aimu Manufacturing Co., Ltd. 　　+C4:C7　　　Deputy General Manager of ICT Planning Department, Yoshikazu Takeuchi 　　　　　Deputy General Manager of the Manufacturing Group, Tomofumi Tsukumo Aimu Manufacturing Co., Ltd. participated in a conference for the control panel industry organized by our company in 2010, where they gave a presentation on "Efficiency Improvement through the Introduction of ACAD-DENKI." At that time, the following challenges were addressed by implementing ACAD-DENKI: Twelve years later, they will introduce further evolved methods of utilizing ACAD-DENKI. - Challenges faced by Aimu Manufacturing Co., Ltd. in 2010: 1. Operations were limited to simple drawing, with no effective data utilization. 2. Standardization was not achieved. 3. Over-reliance on customization, leading to a lack of scalability. Aimu Manufacturing Co., Ltd.'s presentation is scheduled to be released on November 24 (Thursday) around 16:10. *The release time is an estimate and may change depending on the progress of the day.

• 2D CAD Electrical

【Affordable and High-Functionality】A low-cost permanent license with high compatibility and extensibility with AutoCAD. A must-see for those struggling with CAD costs!

BricsCAD is an affordable and high-performance CAD software that can create 2D, 3D, and BIM all in .dwg files. ■Do you have any of these concerns?■ - The cost of operating/introducing CAD is a burden - I want to operate with multi-licenses - Considering switching from AutoCAD, but I'm worried about utilizing existing drawings - I'm considering introducing 3D, but I'm concerned about learning how to operate it - I'm using free/cheap CAD, but it lacks functionality BricsCAD has been adopted by over 180,000 companies and more than 450,000 users worldwide, including over 10,000 companies in Japan. It is valued for its reliability, scalability, and stability. ■What BricsCAD can do■ ● Directly read AutoCAD drawings (.dwg) ● Flexibly choose from perpetual licenses, subscriptions, network licenses, etc. ● Reuse print settings, template drawings, and sheet sets ● Streamline repetitive tasks with AI-powered drawing features ● Customize migration (LISP, .NET, ARX, etc.) ● 3D design with direct/parametric modeling capabilities ● Support for IFC and point clouds Try the free trial version first!

• 2D CAD machine

As the number of CAD users increases, the burden of licensing costs and the expenses associated with 3D CAD in the efforts to transition to 3D, as well as the need for business efficiency.

We have introduced BricsCAD Pro to Takamiya Co., Ltd., which is engaged in the manufacturing, sales, and rental of temporary scaffolding. Originally, we used a major 2D CAD software in Japan, but in recent years, as the volume of design work increased, our staff also grew. A few years ago, the licensing model for the same software switched to an annual contract, resulting in significant costs each year, which became a challenge. The technical department verified compatibility and usability with the free trial version and determined that there were no issues. Considering the utilization of 3D functions, we decided to implement the 2D-3D design .dwg compatible 'BricsCAD Pro'. In addition to reducing the burden of licensing costs compared to conventional CAD software, we achieved operational efficiency by utilizing customization features. [Challenges Before Implementation] ■ Licensing costs became a challenge as the number of CAD users increased. ■ The cost burden of 3D CAD was also a hurdle in our efforts to transition to 3D. ■ We wanted to reduce the workload of our in-house engineers. *For more details, please refer to the related catalog "BricsCAD Implementation Case Studies."

• Other CAD

[Case Study Collection with Demo Videos] Solve challenges with dedicated features packed with the operational feel inherited from AutoCAD/BricsCAD and 35 years of know-how!

■Do you have any of these concerns? - It takes a long time to check drawings and tally parts on paper, and there are many mistakes. - The writing style is not unified due to multiple people working on it. - There is no data linkage for short delivery responses or manufacturing. "ACAD-DENKI" is an industry-standard electrical CAD developed by our company, which has been supporting electrical design for 35 years, and it is compatible with DWG format. 【Achieve cost reduction and increased productivity】 Users highly appreciate the familiar operation and rich features inherited from AutoCAD and BricsCAD. It facilitates not only reuse design but also smooth collaboration between different departments. The setup is secure with various support menus provided by experienced staff. Customization is available! ■Features ▼Full utilization of electrical-specific functions for increased efficiency - Various wiring input (automatic generation of intersection marks, automatic wire cutting, special wiring) - Symbol input (symbol palette, pattern registration and input) - Line number input, IO diagrams, terminal block tables, panel diagrams creation - Continuous printing ▼Significant efficiency improvement and prevention of mistakes through automatic processing functions - Relay and jumper wire calling - Drawing check function ▼Output of wiring connection information list - From-To list and external terminal list output function

• 2D CAD Electrical

Contributing to the reduction of mistakes and losses in design operations, pursuing cost reduction and cost-effectiveness of existing electrical CAD, and utilizing design data for subsequent processes.

Introduction of the case study for the electrical and control design CAD system 'ACAD-DENKI' Mitsuba Electric Industry Co., Ltd. faced two major challenges: 1. Improving the quality of manufacturing drawings raised by the manufacturing department during the production design process. 2. Issues related to licensing costs. By introducing our developed and sold electrical design CAD 'ACAD-DENKI', they achieved a reduction in design man-hours and enabled data utilization for subsequent processes such as procurement and manufacturing. We have conducted multiple proof-of-concept experiments leveraging the 3D capabilities of the base CAD, BricsCAD, and are advancing further data integration. [Challenges before introduction] - Reducing mistakes and losses in design operations - Pursuing cost reduction and cost-effectiveness of existing electrical CAD - Utilizing design data for subsequent processes *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other CAD

Fukuda Corporation has been pursuing leak detection for 60 years and is dedicated to advancing the future of leak testing. 【 Supporting Various Leak Tests: Air Leak Test / Gas Leak Test (Hydrogen Gas, Helium Gas) 】 We develop, manufacture, and sell leak testing equipment to inspect airtightness and sealing performance. We will propose suitable testers and devices for each inspection target. 【 Target Industries and Examples of Inspection Targets 】 - Automotive Industry: Engines, FC components, valves and piping, various parts - Electronic Components Industry: Smartphones, keyless switches, various small sensors - Pharmaceuticals / Food / Cosmetics Industry: Bottle containers, syringes, vials, eye drop containers, pillow packaging, PTP packaging We will propose the most suitable leak testers for each industry. 【 ISO Certification 】JIS Q 9001:2015 (ISO 9001:2015)

This is a collection of links to Fukuda's technical columns. It covers various topics related to leak tests and more... Please check the related links for more information.

At construction sites, temporary parking lots may be established for workers and construction-related vehicles. On unpaved ground, mud and ruts can easily occur due to rain, which may hinder vehicle access. Hyper CLT mats are civil engineering materials that utilize wood CLT. By laying them in temporary parking lots, a suitable environment for vehicle passage and parking can be created while protecting the ground. They can be laid only in the necessary areas, and after the construction is completed, they can be removed and repurposed for temporary roads or access routes. The 5×10 panels weigh approximately 230 kg, and the 5×20 panels weigh about 460 kg, making them lightweight and easy to install and remove even with small machinery, allowing for changes in parking space. Additionally, they offer benefits unique to wood, such as glare reduction, noise reduction, and CO2 fixation. They are registered as a technology with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism under NETIS as "TH-250021-A," and can be utilized for the development of temporary parking lots and innovative public works.

Metal cracks are one of the concerns in equipment maintenance operations. Conventional welding repair methods can change the base material around the crack due to heat, leading to residual stress and deformation, which always carries the risk of "crack recurrence" and "secondary damage." Hinode Water Supply Equipment Co., Ltd.'s "Mechanical Stitching Method" is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without applying heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, the crack is physically removed without affecting the base material at all. Repairs can be made even in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

Metal cracks are one of the concerns in equipment maintenance operations. Conventional welding repair methods can alter the base material around the crack due to heat, leading to residual stress and deformation, which always carries the risk of "crack recurrence" or "secondary damage." Hinode Water Supply Equipment Co., Ltd.'s "Mechanical Stitching Method" is a new technique that allows for metal crack repair without applying heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, the crack is physically removed without affecting the base material with heat. Repairs can be made even in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.