An experienced CAD engineer spends an average of 30% of their valuable time manually repairing defective 3D models. For a manufacturing company, this alarming statistic represents thousands of hours lost each year and significant delays in development cycles. Imagine this situation: your team receives a critical model from a partner, but during import, the screen fills with errors - missing faces, unconnected edges, discontinuous surfaces. This unfortunately all-too-common scenario perfectly illustrates the daily challenges of CAD interoperability.
The increasing complexity of 3D digital models combined with the diversity of CAD systems used in industry creates an environment where the geometric quality of exchanged data becomes a strategic issue. Errors that occur during conversions between formats such as CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, or Creo are not just technical irritants - they represent a real barrier to productivity and innovation.
The topological problems that affect model integrity manifest in various forms: holes in surfaces, continuity defects, short edges, or narrow faces. These anomalies, although imperceptible to the naked eye, seriously compromise subsequent stages of the industrial process, from digital simulation to manufacturing.
Faced with these challenges, automated geometric repair stands out as the essential solution. Advanced automated CAD repair technologies now make it possible to diagnose and correct these errors without manual intervention, significantly reducing the time spent on these repetitive tasks.
The solutions distributed by CAD Interop, particularly CADfix, offer extensive capabilities to process a wide range of native and standard CAD formats. These tools not only allow model validation according to SASIG, VDA, and JAMA industry standards, but also complete automation of repair processes thanks to macros and batch processing.
The business benefits of these solutions are quantifiable and significant:
Beyond these figures, repair automation fundamentally transforms engineering processes by allowing teams to focus on high-value tasks rather than tedious data correction. This approach also makes processes more predictable, with consistent timeframes and results.
In the detailed articles in this category, you will discover how to optimize the integrity of your digital models through proven automation solutions. You will understand the mechanisms of quality control during repair and advanced macro recording techniques to standardize your processes. Our promise: to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to transform your CAD data management, drastically reduce cycle times, and ensure the geometric excellence of your digital models.
In the intricate world of engineering, computational analysis, and intricate design, the secure and efficient sharing of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) data remains a cornerstone. Unfortunately, data quality issues often disrupt this crucial process, leading to expensive mistakes and time-consuming delays. Fortunately, CADfix offers a comprehensive solution for the repair, translation, and overall improvement of CAD models, enabling professionals to exchange data effortlessly and accurately.
Discover how automatic geometric repair tools can transform your CAD conversion processes by filling gaps, correcting surfaces, and adjusting tolerances without excessive manual intervention. This article explores the key functionalities that guide users throughout the conversion process.
Deepen your understanding of PDQ SASIG, VDA, and JAMA quality standards and discover how to effectively integrate them into your CAD repair processes. This article details the specific criteria evaluated by each standard and the available tools to ensure compliance.
Explore how macro recording and playback can revolutionize your CAD repair processes by enabling automation of complex operation sequences. This article presents the unique capabilities of adaptation to different models and the associated productivity gains.
Version 2025.5.390 of 3DViewStation, released on October 7, 2025, introduces significant improvements in interoperability, visual rendering, and advanced search functionalities. This update strengthens 3DViewStation's position as a universal CAD visualization solution for industrial enterprises, offering extended compatibility with the latest market formats and optimized analysis tools.
Managing, converting, and distributing CAD data across the enterprise is a major challenge for optimizing industrial workflows and accelerating collaboration. As data sources and business tools multiply, the need for a centralized, automated, and secure solution becomes increasingly critical.
Join our upcoming webinar to find out how the CADfix Server platform unlocks enterprise-wide access to CAD data, enhances interoperability, and drastically reduces model preparation time.
Following our general overview webinar, discover an in-depth technical analysis with screenshots and detailed use cases of the major innovations in this Service Pack 2 version.
The new version of SimLab Composer 15 marks a decisive turning point in creating virtual reality training experiences with GPT-4.1, advanced natural gestures and more than 26 revolutionary innovations that redefine industry standards for CAD professionals, technical training and industrial development.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM (French time): ITI, CAD Interop's technology partner, is organizing an exclusive webinar to present the major new features of CADfix DX13 Service Pack 2. This revolutionary update brings advanced CAD model repair and simplification functionalities that will transform your geometric preparation workflows.