CAD is an abbreviation of Computer Aided Design, and from the very first 2d cad software produced in the 1970’s computer processing power has increased massively, and so has the design software.

Within the 3D software used, is the ability to enable the client to see the product models complete in a virtual world, and any design changes are instantly updated on the screen.

And with this modelling process the design concepts can be critiqued before manufacturing, maximizing the best use of time and not wasting money on manufacturing errors.

CAD is more than just lines and circles being drawn on the screen. From the perspective of a CAD designer, you’re utlising the services of someone who is responsible for decisions taken at every stage between concept to finished product, making sure I deliver exactly the design required ‘being fit for purpose’ in a cost effective manner.

Some other advances are:

• Easy to edit and modify designs/drawings.
• Data transfer for both import/export
• Create documentation of the design, useful for if applying for Patents
• Creates bill of materials, accounting for every part used.
• Rendering, giving realistic image results.
• Calculations such as Mass, Volume.
• Stress analysis
• Sustainability – we can measure the environmental impact of the proposed designs across the product life cycle, including the effects by materials, manufacturing, assembly, transport, product-use, down to final disposal.