Macros – why waste your time on repetitive tasks? Macros can be employed to do boring repetitive tasks in an instant. Here are some examples of helpful macros that you could implement: Replace sheet format macro—replaces the sheet format for your set of...
Protect your IP. Engage advanced technologies Your IP is precious. Here are a few tips about managing it within your engineering drawing system: Don’t send your CAD files directly to just everyone! Even if you have signed NDAs, sending a PDF might be better. Use a PDF...
Managing backups – anything that can go wrong, will go wrong!? Here are some tips for managing backups of your engineering drawings: Keep a record! Hard copies with changes scribbled on them should be filed in a project folder. This way they can be looked at...
Alone we are smart; together we are brilliant We’re really excited to be exhibiting at SouthMach with our friends from Locus Research. Together, we are showcasing successful kiwi product development collaborations. On our stand, you’ll see the award...
Revisions … so many printouts, which one is correct? Revisions mean you can easily and efficiently keep track of what’s changing and why. Without a solid revision system, changes may be lost and items could be manufactured to old drawings. In the initial stages,...
Catch mistakes before it’s too late! Having a good checking system is paramount to catching problems before they leave the office and supplying the customer with quality drawings. First of all, print and check your own drawing. Self checking is an essential and...
