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We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Honda Lock Co., Ltd., which supports the specialist in the world of cars and motorcycles, HONDA, with safety and security products. The company introduced 2D CAD for equipment design, but there were limitations in achieving standardization and eliminating waste and losses. With the introduction of this product, there was an immediate effect in trial evaluations, showing a 10% reduction in man-hours and a 4% reduction in costs related to defect corrections. [Case Overview] ■Challenges - Limitations in achieving standardization and eliminating waste and losses ■Results - In trial evaluations, man-hours decreased by 10%, and costs for defect corrections decreased by 4%. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where "iCAD SX" was implemented at Nikon Engineering Co., Ltd., which specializes in advanced optical technology and precision technology, developing and manufacturing special microscopes and various exposure devices. The company required a 3D CAD that could accommodate high optical precision, as high accuracy is demanded for custom-made special microscopes and original exposure devices. Our product seamlessly integrates with the thought processes of the company's design engineers and characteristic design scenes, flexibly accommodating methods such as top-down design and bottom-up design, while visualizing optical paths at the nano level to meet high design precision requirements. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - 3D CAD that accommodates high optical precision ■Results - Visualization of optical paths at the nano level to meet high design precision requirements *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Drawing, tracing, CAD

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Toyama Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of experimental equipment used in research and development. At the company, designing complex mechanisms that cannot be handled by 2D CAD was necessary to achieve the compactization of products that were in high demand. Initially, the introduction of 3D CAD did not penetrate well on-site, but by closely understanding the proficiency levels of individuals and implementing in-house training that also focused on maintaining motivation, we successfully enabled all designers to master 3D design. [Case Summary] ■ Challenges - Need for designing complex mechanisms that cannot be handled by 2D CAD ■ Results - Successfully enabled all designers to master 3D design through in-house training that closely understood individual proficiency levels and focused on maintaining motivation. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Drawing, tracing, CAD

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Kikukawa Enterprise Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of industrial machinery. The company required the adoption of 3D CAD to allow customers to view the various functions of large plants, which can extend up to 100 meters square, from any desired angle. In overseas markets such as Southeast Asia and Russia (especially non-English speaking regions), iCAD SX is utilized as a presentation tool that transcends language barriers during business negotiations. [Case Overview] ■Challenges - Allowing customers to freely view the various functions of large plants that can extend up to 100 meters square. - Smoothly demonstrating the functions of large plants where multiple processing machines are connected by transport devices. ■Results - Utilized as a presentation tool that transcends language barriers during business negotiations in overseas markets. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Izumi Food Machinery Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of various equipment for food and beverage production. The company has taken on the challenge of creating added value for its products in the increasingly competitive food manufacturing machinery market by working on 3D design, specifically tackling the difficult task of 3D designing the sterilization equipment, which is the heart of food manufacturing plants. With the introduction of this product, they were able to achieve effects that contribute to increased customer satisfaction, such as compacting the product and improving maintenance. [Case Overview] ■ Challenges - 3D design of the sterilization equipment, which is the heart of food manufacturing plants ■ Results - Product compactness - Improved maintenance *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Drawing, tracing, CAD

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at Araki Manufacturing Co., Ltd., which is making strides in the development and manufacturing of various automatic transport devices and energy-saving devices. The company was struggling with an increase in design errors and interference omissions due to the complexity and size of the workpieces. As a result of the implementation, they successfully reduced design errors to one-fifth and achieved a 20% reduction in lead time. Additionally, they experienced ripple effects such as leveling the design workload and compacting the robot devices. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Increasing design errors and interference omissions due to the complexity and size of workpieces ■Results - Reduced design errors to one-fifth and shortened lead time by 20% - Leveling of design workload and compacting of robot devices *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Drawing, tracing, CAD

We would like to introduce a case study of JIM Technology Co., Ltd., which has delivered over 500 shield machines both domestically and internationally, implementing "iCAD SX." The company has been involved in the design and manufacturing of shield machines since 1979. Shield machines used for tunnel excavation have unique cylindrical structures and folding mechanisms, making interference checks challenging. Our product has addressed this issue. The introduction of our product has resulted in a reduction in the number of repairs and time spent during assembly, as well as improved efficiency in assembly work. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Difficulty in interference checks for shield machines ■Results - Reduced number of repairs and time during assembly - Improved efficiency in assembly work *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Drawing, tracing, CAD

We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "iCAD SX" at AI Mecatech Co., Ltd., which produces high-precision manufacturing equipment such as flat panels. The company had been using 3D CAD since before 2006, but they found that the CAD data was heavy and the response was slow, making it difficult to use in practical operations. iCAD SX is a non-history CAD system without constraints, allowing for flexible creation and editing of 3D models, which suited the company’s needs for an interface that enables free expression of design ideas. 【Case Overview】 ■ Challenges - Heavy CAD data and slow response made practical use difficult. ■ Results - Faster response. - Flexibility to freely create and edit 3D models. - Ability to freely express design ideas. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Drawing, tracing, CAD

Are you creating 2D drawings for processing instructions even though you are designing in 3DCAD? By using the 3D CAD specialized for mechanical design, "COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX (hereinafter referred to as iCAD)," along with the online mechanical parts procurement service "meviy," you can easily arrange parts. When you upload a 3D model created in iCAD, you can automatically link and reflect the hole attribute information to meviy, allowing you to obtain estimates for mechanical parts in just one minute. This significantly reduces the time-consuming tasks of creating 2D drawings and obtaining estimates, achieving both improved design quality and work efficiency, and greatly enhancing the customer’s parts procurement process. → For more details, please refer to the link at the end of the text. Furthermore, iCAD has developed a function that allows you to set hole attributes in bulk, which can be lost when going through intermediate files, thanks to its shape recognition technology specialized for mechanical design. You can derive candidates for hole attributes from the shape of the 3D model and easily set the hole attributes. For actual operation methods, please refer to the related videos. Collaboration videos of iCAD×Meviy are currently available on the official Misumi YouTube channel.

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We have prepared a technical document that explains how to utilize 3D data, which is connected to promoting DX, for those who are just starting with 3DCAD or are struggling to establish it effectively. The document introduces the flow of promoting the use and establishment of 3D data in design work, using "reducing mistakes in parts procurement" as an example for easy understanding. [Document Overview] ■ Expanding use of 3D data in the manufacturing industry ■ Considerations for applying 3D data to design work ■ Methods for applying business practices to achieve the desired outcomes ■ Challenges in applying business practices using 3D data We will hold a free seminar in June to introduce examples of launching 3D design and utilizing data. Please feel free to apply. ● iCAD Forum 44th - Designers speak candidly about 3D design case studies Tokyo: May 30, Osaka: June 4, Nagoya: June 12 - Case presentations: Hagiwara Industries, Hashimoto Electric Industry, TMK Corporation - Special presentation: Misumi Group Headquarters * Free technical documents supervised by the developer are currently available! Please download the PDF for more details.

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The 3D CAD "COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX," specialized in mechanical device design, will be exhibited at Japan's largest manufacturing industry exhibition, "Monozukuri World." At iCAD, we leverage the know-how and insights gained from visiting over 5,000 clients annually to support the launch of 3D design in the manufacturing industry and the utilization of 3D data in other departments. ◆ Do you have any of the following questions or concerns? - We have introduced 3D CAD, but we can't move beyond 2D design. - Even if we create 3D models, we don't know how to utilize them in processing, assembly sites, or with our partners. - We want to maximize the use of 3D data in our business processes to achieve digital transformation (DX). At the iCAD booth, all staff members are professionals in utilizing iCAD's 3D data. Please feel free to consult us directly about any questions or concerns related to your daily operations. <27th Monozukuri World Osaka> October 2-4, 2024, at Intex Osaka ■ Design and Manufacturing Solutions Exhibition, iCAD Booth [10-18] ■ Mechanical Technology Elements Exhibition, iCAD Booth [24-6] ☆ Visitor Benefit: Exclusive venue novelties will be given away without exception!

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The developer of the 3D CAD "iCAD SX" for mechanical design has supervised this. We have identified the reasons and issues that make it difficult to align the specifications of increasingly complex devices, and we are currently offering a free document that explains "visualization of device specifications (motion)." 【Document Overview】 ■ The environment surrounding the manufacturing industry and the complexity of devices ■ Efforts and challenges during specification explanations, and the desired outcomes ■ The effectiveness of visualizing a series of motion flows from the early stages of meetings * Please obtain it from the PDF download on this page. For a limited time, we are offering free access to case study videos (until May 7, 2024). You can see examples of "visualization of motion" by designers of labor-saving device manufacturers. We are also providing the PDF used in the videos via the viewing URL. 【Case Study Videos】 ■ Efforts to improve reliability and control collaboration in dedicated machines through the use of 3D Ibiden Engineering Co., Ltd. Precision Machinery Division, Mechanical Technology Team, Team Leader Masahiro Asai Precision Machinery Division, Mechanical Technology Team, Naoki Takano * Please click on the blue text "iCAD TechnicalFair 7th" below to check the details ↓

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"COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX" is a 3D CAD software specialized in mechanical design for equipment and production facilities. It pursues ultra-large-scale performance capable of handling vast amounts of data, reducing the volume of 3D data to about 1/50 (compared to our company), and achieving the capability to process 3 million parts in 0.2 seconds. In the design of large-scale machinery and entire equipment lines, it can handle enormous amounts of design information accumulated in 3D data with ease. Leveraging its ability to manage vast amounts of information, it is possible to accumulate and utilize all the design information necessary for equipment development, including piping, wiring, and control (movement), into a single CAD data set. This data can be utilized across various scenarios and departments, from design to manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance. It is adopted by many major companies and offers robust support unique to domestic development. For customer case studies, please click on "▶ Special Site," and for a free trial version, click on "▶ Download iCAD SX Free Trial Version" to check it out. ＼＼ Try it for free now! ／／

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This is an online experience seminar for the 3D CAD software "COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX," which is specialized in mechanical devices and production equipment design. To allow designers to truly experience a usable 3D CAD, participants will have the opportunity to engage in the entire process from conceptualization to detailing. Date: Please refer to the related link Time: 13:00 - 17:00 Capacity: 3 people (a reassuring small group) Fee: Free Method: Online (Cisco Webex Events) For the schedule and registration, please check the related link or the following URL: https://cyplusvine.oatnd.com/trysx-seminar

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Targeting designers of machinery and production equipment, we will delve into the background of issues in manufacturing operations and introduce solutions utilizing 3D data. 　　＼＼Evolving manufacturing operations! 3D Utilization WEB Seminar／／ 　　　　　　　　【 iCAD Technical Fair 8th 】 　　▶ Manufacturing DX Promotion Seminar 　　・A practical approach to advancing business reform. From understanding issues to applying systems in operations. 　　・Once it starts moving, it can't be stopped! How to solve problems during actual machine testing. 　　▶ Case Presentations 　　・Hagiwara Industries, Inc. - "Building a dedicated business system tailored to our design process." 　　・Hashimoto Electric Industry Co., Ltd. - "Efforts to improve design efficiency aimed at strengthening equipment development capabilities." 　　・TMK Co., Ltd. - "Efforts towards design efficiency and digital drawing verification." 　　　→ Available for viewing during your free time as it will be streamed on demand. 　　　　 If you would like the presentation materials, please contact us via "Inquiry." 　　■ Date and Time: August 1 (Monday) to September 12 (Thursday) 　　＼＼Check the seminar details now／／

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We will introduce a case study of business improvement using the 3D CAD "iCAD SX," which is specialized in mechanical design. "NFT" is expanding its business in the design and manufacturing of precision molds for semiconductors, and various issues have arisen due to the increasing complexity and shorter delivery times of the ordered equipment. Having previously experienced unsuccessful transitions to 3D design, the company prioritized "the performance of creating 3D models based on existing 2D drawing data" and selected "iCAD SX" from multiple 3D CAD options. As a result, they have not only reduced the occurrence of design defects associated with shorter delivery times but also decreased the man-hours required to produce drawings, while also achieving significant effectiveness as a presentation tool. 【Main Effects of Implementation】 - Reduction of man-hours to produce drawings by up to 20% - Reduction of design defects (zero defects in unit design) - Significant shortening of the man-hours required for interference checks 【Download Materials】 - Currently available for limited access on the special site. Please click the link below. 　　　▼▼▼　Click here　▼▼▼

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We would like to introduce a case study of business improvement using the 3D CAD "iCAD SX," which is specialized in mechanical design. At "Shimane Fujitsu Co., Ltd.," they are internalizing the production equipment for laptops and other devices. They decided to transition to 3D design to enable vertical ramp-up during the switch between over 20 different models. By designing and virtually verifying the optimal placement of robots and the design and manufacturing of jigs, which are challenges that arise with each work change, they were able to shorten the line ramp-up period by 40% using iCAD SX. As a result of reducing the ramp-up period and minimizing rework, they were able to secure more time for consideration in the planning phase of the equipment. 【Main Effects of Implementation】 - The ramp-up period after equipment installation was reduced from 5 days to 3 days. - Robot simulation, including surrounding equipment, is now possible on the 3D CAD. - Interference is significantly reduced in 3D design. 【Document Download】 - Currently available for limited viewing on the "Special Site." Please click the link below. 　　　▼▼▼　Click here　▼▼▼

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We would like to introduce a case study of business improvement using the specialized 3D CAD for mechanical design, "iCAD SX." At "Shinwa Controls Co., Ltd.," in order to respond to the market's demand for speedy delivery and the increasing need for higher density in equipment, the company decided to transition to 3D design for chillers (liquid temperature control devices) used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Having previously failed in their transition to 3D design, the company chose "iCAD SX" from the perspective of whether it could truly be applied to their product design and yield effective results. After transitioning to iCAD SX, the company's challenges were resolved, and information sharing between the design and manufacturing departments, which had previously been difficult, was achieved. Considerations for piping layouts, which were previously conducted in later stages, could now be advanced to the conceptual design phase, promoting a reduction in lead time for design and manufacturing, as well as enhancing product quality and functionality. [Main Effects of Implementation] - Streamlining of the development and design process - High-density design of equipment through scrap and build - Significant reduction in rework during the manufacturing phase [Download Materials] - Currently available for limited access on the special site. Please click the link below. 　　　　　　　▼▼▼　Download from here　▼▼▼

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We will introduce a case study of business improvement using the specialized 3D CAD "iCAD SX" for mechanical design. "Ebara Corporation" decided to transition to 3D design in order to aim for further compactness and high functionality in the design of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. However, due to a mismatch with the 3D CAD, problems arose such as an increase in design man-hours, enormous infrastructure investment, and frequent issues during equipment assembly that were supposed to decrease. The company decided to reassess their 3D CAD. After analyzing and quantitatively evaluating their design operations, they selected "iCAD SX," achieving a dramatic increase in the speed and efficiency of their design work. [Main Effects of Implementation] - Increased efficiency in design operations through simplification of modeling rules - Cost reduction effects (due to advancing production preparation and preventing rework) - Realization of digital collaboration and true top-down design [Download Materials] - Currently available for limited access on the special site. Please click the link below. 　　　▼▼▼　Click here　▼▼▼

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We would like to introduce a case study of business improvement using the specialized 3D CAD "iCAD SX" for mechanical design. "Shibaura Mechatronics Corporation" decided to transition to 3D design in order to improve the efficiency of their semiconductor manufacturing equipment design operations. After comparing three products: an existing 2D CAD from the same manufacturer, a high-end 3D CAD, and iCAD SX, they selected "iCAD SX" as the only one capable of withstanding practical use. As a result, despite being custom-made products without a prototyping process, they achieved "zero interference" at the design stage. By utilizing 3D data and a viewer, they successfully reduced the man-hours required to create assembly instructions. [Main Effects of Implementation] - Achieved "zero interference" at the design stage, reducing rework costs in the manufacturing process - Reduced design time by 30% compared to the time estimated with 2D CAD - Increased inquiries through visual appeal [Download Materials] - Currently available for limited viewing on the special site. Please click the link below. 　　　▼▼▼　Click here　▼▼▼

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In mechanical devices and production/plant equipment, it is important to be able to consider not only the mechanics but also the piping, wiring, and steel materials while confirming the surrounding arrangements. However, the following issues arise in the design field. 【Common Concerns】 - 3D CAD data is heavy, making it difficult to consider piping and wiring. - Since piping and wiring are designed using specialized software, any modifications on the mechanical side require restarting the 3D CAD each time. - Using multiple software makes it difficult to maintain consistency. - Modifications cannot be made on the spot as design reviews are conducted with a viewer. All of these issues can be resolved. With COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX (hereinafter referred to as iCAD), we have achieved a processing performance of 0.2 seconds for 3 million parts through the incorporation of proprietary technology. We have succeeded in reducing the weight of 3D data to about 1/50 of its original weight (compared to our company), and by accumulating and utilizing all information related to large-scale piping, wiring, and steel materials in iCAD, we support the realization of DX in manufacturing. For more details, please download the catalog and check it.

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To develop high-productivity devices and equipment, it is important to design and consider movements in the assembly stage from the conceptual phase to enhance design quality. However, in the field of production equipment and machinery design, the following issues arise: 【Common Concerns】 - It is cumbersome and difficult to conduct design considerations in 3D. - Cannot represent conceptual diagrams (2D) in 3D. - Designing movements in the conceptual phase is troublesome. - Trial and error leads to violations of constraints, resulting in numerous errors. - Design is done in 2D and then verified in 3D, leading to a predetermined outcome. All of these issues can be resolved. COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX is a 3D CAD developed specifically for machinery and production equipment, supporting the gradually finalizing mechanical design development process. You can confirm the positional relationships with surrounding parts on a 3D assembly while conducting movement and process considerations using conceptual diagrams and time charts. Additionally, control debugging can be performed on the 3D CAD, enabling improvements in design quality and reductions in development lead time. For more details, please download and check the catalog.

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Deep dive into the challenges and background of control debugging conducted during machine installation. We will explain the concepts for realizing 'Manufacturing DX,' which can solve issues related to tight deadlines, such as the concurrent design of control systems and simulation methods utilizing 3D data. 【Do you have these concerns?】 ◆ The machine behaves unexpectedly and gets damaged ◆ Additional specifications arise during installation, requiring overtime work ◆ The preparation for control simulators is difficult, leading to abandonment 【Overview of the publication】 ◆ Challenges in control design aimed at shortening manufacturing lead time ◆ Identifying additional specifications that arise during installation in advance ◆ Considerations for preliminary discussions at the design stage and practical application in real operations 【How to download】 * You can obtain it from the [PDF Download] at the bottom of the text.

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In the automotive industry, there is a demand for the rapid market introduction of new vehicles, which requires the development of automotive production equipment with short lead times and high quality. Additionally, not only mechanical design but also PLC simulation of equipment and welding robot simulation are becoming more complex, leading to efforts for pre-validation using simulators. However, general simulation software requires conversion of CAD data, which necessitates reconfiguration of mechanisms and IO information each time there is a design change. This makes it difficult to conduct parallel considerations in line with design progress, and many customers may have given up on this. To solve this issue, it is important to achieve control debugging and robot simulation directly on 3D CAD. COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX can handle vast amounts of data, including operation and control information of large-scale models, with ultra-fast response times of processing 3 million parts in 0.2 seconds. It allows for control debugging and robot simulation directly on CAD. This enables an earlier start on control design, shortening the equipment development period and achieving front-loading. ▶ A special site is currently offering limited access to <case studies>! 　　 ↓↓↓

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Are you struggling with slow performance in 3D CAD? In large-scale machine design with a high number of parts, especially in the design of production equipment and machinery, we often hear the following concerns: 【Common Concerns】 ■ CAD response is slow, making it difficult to focus on design work ■ Unable to design while considering the overall layout of the equipment ■ Due to heavy data, separate tools are used for machinery, steel materials, piping, and wiring ■ Interference checks and motion verification for the entire equipment cannot be conducted smoothly ■ Purchased a workstation for 3D CAD, but cannot take it out All of these issues can be resolved. With COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX (hereafter referred to as iCAD), we have achieved a processing performance of 0.2 seconds for 3 million parts through the incorporation of unique technology. We have successfully reduced the weight of 3D data to about 1/50 of its original weight (compared to our company). Leveraging the overwhelming lightness of the data, we provide a design environment that allows for the accumulation and utilization of vast design information across mechanics, electricity, control, processing, and assembly. ＼＼ Free trial now available! ／／ Click on 【 iCAD SX Free Trial Version 】 to be redirected to the download page. 　　　　　　　↓

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Currently, in the market for machine tools and processing machines, there is an increasing demand for high-quality products with short delivery times. Instead of repeatedly prototyping to ensure quality, it is important to discover and correct defects during the design phase to reduce rework. iCAD achieves high-speed response capable of handling 3 million parts in 0.2 seconds. It can manage the entire assembly even for large machine tools, accumulating and utilizing various information, including motion and electrical/control data. For example, confirming movements through device models and utilizing electrical circuit diagrams for automatic wiring routing allows considerations that were traditionally done with physical machines to be conducted during the design phase. This prevents damage to actual machines due to dynamic interference and increases in man-hours due to on-site wiring path adjustments, enabling the production of high-quality machines with short delivery times. ＼ Customer case studies are exclusively available on the <Special Site>! ／ 　▶ Click on the Special Site and download now! 　　↓↓↓

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In the packaging machine industry, there is a constant demand to quickly launch new models into the market, and the design period has been getting shorter year by year. Additionally, to achieve higher performance, the structure of the machines has become more complex, and the difficulty of design has also increased. To address these challenges, it has become urgent to implement front-loading initiatives that aim to eliminate defects that are discovered in later stages as much as possible during the design phase, thereby shortening the development lead time. COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX offers high-speed response capable of handling 3 million parts in 0.2 seconds, allowing for smooth design considerations without delays in processing, even for packaging machines with complex structures and a vast number of components. Furthermore, since assembly feasibility studies and operational verifications can be conducted for the entire system, it not only allows for early resolution of issues during startup but also facilitates smooth communication with customers and on-site personnel through specification discussions using 3D models, enabling efficient identification of requirements. iCAD improves design quality in packaging machine design and reduces development lead time. ◎ Customer case studies are currently available for limited viewing on the <special site>! ▶ Click on the special site to download now! 　　↓↓↓

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We will introduce a case study of business improvement using the 3D CAD "iCAD SX," specialized in mechanical design. At "Rohm Co., Ltd.," they have been in-house manufacturing semiconductor production equipment and have been working for many years to transition to 3D design in order to reduce interference and assembly issues. After careful consideration, they initially introduced a 3D CAD but abandoned its operation. They cited difficulties in handling models due to strict rules when attempting team design, as well as the problem of file display for 2000 parts taking over 30 minutes. Seeking "flexible team design" and "operability and speed akin to drawing with a pencil on paper," they selected "iCAD SX" and successfully improved business efficiency through 3D design. [Main Effects of Implementation] - Streamlining of upstream design processes and reduction of design development time - Activation of design reviews with related departments due to improved visibility of drawings - Interference suppression and reduction of man-hours through motion simulation of 6-axis robots [Download Materials] - Currently available for limited access on the special site. Please click the link below. 　　　▼▼▼　Click here　▼▼▼

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We will introduce a case study of business improvement using the 3D CAD "iCAD SX," which is specialized in mechanical design. At Komatsu NTC Corporation, the design process of transfer machines was thoroughly analyzed, and it was identified that the dedicated design of certain modules was the main cause of increased man-hours. (There were covers of both 1500mm and 1510mm.) In order to aim for the standardization and normalization of the constituent parts that require dedicated design, the company decided to transition to 3D design and utilized "iCAD SX," which has lightweight data and is easy to modify. In addition to successfully halving the lead time for module design, they have further reduced design man-hours by establishing an automatic drawing system for tooling diagrams. [Main Effects of Implementation] - By 3D modeling each part's drawings and standardizing and normalizing constituent parts, lead time was halved. - By 3D modeling piping design, total man-hours for piping design and manufacturing were reduced by nearly 30%. [Download Materials] - Currently available for limited access on the special site. Please click the link below. 　　　　　　　　　　▼▼▼　Download from here　▼▼▼

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In mechanical device design, business reform utilizing 3D data has been promoted for over 10 years. However, we often hear voices that even with the introduction of 3D CAD, there are no results, and that 3D design itself is not being adequately performed. To achieve results with 3D CAD, it is essential to implement a 3D CAD system that is suitable for the mechanical design process. COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX is a domestically developed 3D CAD system specifically designed to support Japanese manufacturing in mechanical design. iCAD achieves high-speed response, handling 3 million parts in 0.2 seconds, allowing for stress-free design consideration and verification of entire systems comprising tens of thousands of components. Moreover, during the conceptual phase where various ideas are materialized and trial and error occurs, users can create 3D models without being constrained by history or constraints, akin to sketching a rough draft. The created models can be freely edited later and gradually detailed, enabling 3D design to be realized through a design process similar to that of 2D design. Customer case studies are currently available for limited viewing on a special site. Please click on "▶Special Site" to check it out.

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In mechanical design, it is important to handle large-scale design data lightly and quickly while checking the compatibility of parts within a vast assembly. This is especially true in the design of production equipment and machinery, where the following issues often arise: 【Common Concerns】 - 3D CAD data is heavy, making it difficult to focus on design. - Opening and saving files takes about 10 to 20 minutes. - I want to verify movements, but the 3D CAD processing cannot keep up. - High-end machines, such as workstations, are required. All of these issues can be resolved. COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX (hereafter referred to as iCAD) achieves a processing performance of 0.2 seconds for 3 million parts through the incorporation of proprietary technology. It successfully reduces the weight of 3D data to about 1/50 of its original weight (compared to our company) and supports the realization of manufacturing DX through the accumulation of large-scale data. For more details, please download the catalog and check it.

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In the design of press machines, it is essential to efficiently carry out work processing and transportation to each stage. Therefore, it is important to deepen the consideration of "movement" in addition to the structure and configuration of the press machine from the conceptual design stage. However, when progressing with design in 3D CAD, the following problems arise, and it is often reported that the consideration of "movement" is abandoned: - The 3D model becomes heavy, making it difficult to apply movement. - It takes time to convert for simulation. The cause of this is that the data becomes heavy due to the history and constraints of general 3D CAD. With COLMINA Design Manufacturing Support iCAD SX, the examination of the device's operation and the confirmation of associated interferences can be performed with a single tool. This feature, along with ultra-fast response, allows for the design to progress while experimenting with the device's movements. Furthermore, based on the set movements and the ladder program created by the control designer, the verification of the control program can be conducted on the 3D CAD. By integrating mechanics and control, it is possible to shorten development lead times and improve design quality. ▶ Click on the special site and download the <Case Studies> now! 　　↓↓↓

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In today's transition from mass production to a small-lot, diverse product era, it is essential to respond quickly to customer needs. On the other hand, the manufacturing industry is facing a serious shortage of personnel. Therefore, it is important to implement automation and labor-saving measures to reduce human error and improve production efficiency. When trying to consider these aspects in 3D CAD, issues arise such as: - Models being heavy, making it difficult to check for interference with existing equipment and operators. - Tools being disparate, preventing immediate consideration and verification. COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX achieves high-speed response capable of handling 3 million parts in 0.2 seconds. It can handle large-scale models like those in factories without stress, and it is easy to check for interference with existing equipment and operators. It can connect with PLCs and robot simulators, allowing for direct verification of control programs in 3D CAD. By conducting everything from design to control debugging seamlessly in CAD without multiple tools, development lead times can be shortened, and automation and labor-saving in the factory can be smoothly realized. ▶ A special site is currently showcasing customer case studies! ↓↓↓

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In plant design, it is necessary to consider the space for piping routes, workability, and maintainability based on the customer's industry, factory layout, and other factors, which requires a unique and short-term design for each project. To meet the high demands of customers, it is important to conduct preliminary verification of the entire plant, including surrounding equipment and work areas, rather than just focusing on the piping alone, in order to reduce rework that may occur during the site startup. With COLMINA Design Manufacturing Support iCAD SX, we have achieved high-speed response capable of handling 3 million parts in 0.2 seconds. Not only can you handle mechanical equipment, but also the entire factory, including plant piping, seamlessly in 3D CAD. Since it is possible to consider the space for piping routes, workability, and maintainability during the design phase, we can not only eliminate defects and mistakes during the drawing review but also facilitate communication with customers through specification meetings using 3D models. This leads to improved design quality and reduced development lead time. ◎ Customer case studies are currently available for limited viewing on a special site! ▶ Click on the special site and download now! 　　↓↓↓

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It is said that the demand for automotive painting is stagnating due to the proliferation of vehicles equipped with preventive safety technologies. To survive in a changing market, it is necessary to aim for improved design quality more than ever before. More companies are introducing 3D CAD to enhance quality, but there are often concerns about the increase in man-hours associated with 3D CAD. Two main reasons for the increase in man-hours when using 3D CAD are as follows: - 3D models are created after completing 2D designs. - Detailed 3D models are developed before specifications are finalized, leading to a significant burden when specifications change. These issues arise from the constraints of typical 3D CAD, such as history and constraints, which make it difficult to represent ambiguous states in 3D. With COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX, you can create 3D models without being constrained by history or conditions, using an intuitive sketching approach. Additionally, the created models can be freely edited later and gradually detailed. As a result, 3D quality can be achieved with the same man-hours as 2D design. ▶ A special site is currently showcasing limited case studies! ↓↓↓

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In the design of conveying equipment, the requirements differ for each customer due to factors such as the conveyed items and factory layout, necessitating a unique and quick turnaround design for each case. To achieve a vertical startup of the equipment, it is crucial to extract the customer's requirements in detail at an early stage of specification discussions and to ensure they quickly understand the structure and operability of the equipment. With COLMINA Design and Manufacturing Support iCAD SX, we have achieved a high-speed response that can handle 3 million parts in 0.2 seconds. You can work with the entire conveying equipment, including material handling devices such as conveyors and AGVs, seamlessly in 3D CAD. Since the movement of the machines can be simulated in advance for the entire system, there is no worry about damaging the machines or causing harm to people. This leads to improved design quality and reduced development lead times. ＼＼Customer case studies that have realized manufacturing DX are exclusively available on the 【special site】／／ 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ▶ Click on the special site to download the case studies now! 　↓↓↓

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We are offering a free "White Paper (Technical Document)" supervised by the 3D CAD development company. 【Do you have any of the following concerns?】 ◆ You have 3D CAD but it is not leading to business improvement ◆ You want to hear success stories from manufacturers effectively utilizing 3D CAD ◆ You want to work on improving productivity as a whole company We will explain the concepts to realize "Manufacturing DX," which can solve the challenges posed by the declining labor force that you will face in the future. 【Overview of Contents】 ◆ The environment surrounding the manufacturing industry ◆ The overall picture and promotion scheme of "Manufacturing DX" 　Case Study 1: Streamlining part of the operations 　Case Study 2: Improving productivity between departments 　Case Study 3: Promoting changes in work styles We are also offering the technical document "Practical! Efforts to Achieve DX through CAD Data Utilization," supervised by the 3D CAD development company, for free. Please click the PDF download link below to obtain it. Customer case studies are currently available for limited viewing on a special site (for free). Please click "▶Special Site" and check it via download.

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The developer of the 3D CAD "iCAD SX" for mechanical design has supervised this. We are currently offering a free explanatory book on the reasons and issues that make it difficult to utilize 3D data in manufacturing environments, as well as the "3D manufacturing" that iCAD SX enables. 【Overview of the Document】 ■Problems arising from the use of both 3D and 2D data during the assembly stage ■The necessity of DR (Design Review) from an assembly perspective ■Challenges such as inquiries to designers and time-consuming drafting work ■Shortening lead times through parallel consideration of design and assembly with "iCAD SX" ■Contributing to efficiency improvement and technology transfer with visually understandable 3D data ＼Customer case studies are exclusively available on the special site!／ Please click on "▶Special Site" to check it out. 　　　↓↓↓

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In recent years, the development of semiconductor manufacturing equipment has seen a significant increase in the complexity of required functions, resulting in a vast number of components being handled. Consequently, the biggest challenge has become how to efficiently arrange various mechanical devices within a limited space. 'iCAD SX V8' is a domestically developed 3D CAD specialized for mechanical design, created to support Japanese manufacturing. iCAD achieves high-speed response, capable of handling 3 million components in 0.2 seconds, allowing for stress-free design consideration and verification of the entire semiconductor manufacturing equipment, which can involve tens of thousands of parts. Leveraging its ability to manage vast amounts of information, it is possible to accumulate and utilize all necessary design information for equipment development, including piping, wiring, and control (movement), into a single CAD data set. This single data set can be used across various scenarios and departments, from design to manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance. *Case studies from semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufacturers are available for limited viewing on a special website. Please click the link below to download.

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At "Nippon Steel Corporation Hiroshima Works," there were issues with changes in design information for large resin pellet manufacturing equipment (industrial machinery and plant facilities) that could not be covered by 2D planning drawings. The company decided to transition to 3D design with the aim of front-loading. After experiencing difficulties with a previously adopted history-based 3D CAD, they selected "iCAD SX," which does not suffer from slow response times even when handling tens of thousands of parts. As a result, they were able to enhance design reviews and disclose design information early through 3D models, leading to an acceleration of the design workflow and cost reductions through the compactification of equipment. **Main Benefits of Implementation** - Creation of overall planning drawings reduced by half (from 2 months to less than 1 month) - Significant reduction in assembly interference and a 20% reduction in design support personnel - Cost reduction through equipment compactification (e.g., 43% volume reduction) **Document Download** - Currently available for limited access on the special site. Please click the link below.

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We will introduce a case study of business improvement using the 3D CAD "iCAD SX," which is specialized in mechanical design. At Denso Corporation, they are in-sourcing the production equipment for automotive parts. As the equipment became more complex and large-scale, they felt the limitations of 2D inspection through visual checks and decided to transition to 3D design. After acquiring high-end CAD and several mid-range CAD systems, they conducted actual designs and benchmarking, ultimately selecting "iCAD SX" as it could accommodate the assembly of machining equipment with over 10,000 parts. As a result, after a trial introduction period, it was officially adopted as the standard 3D CAD for the entire company. They have achieved "no return" by designing over 100 production facilities in 3D. [Main Effects of Implementation] - Labor-saving from detailed drawing design to assembly and design stages - Improvement in design quality, cost reduction, and enhanced competitiveness - High-precision simulation of equipment, robots, and human movements [Download Materials] - Currently available for limited access on the special site. Please click the link below. 　　　▼▼▼　Click here　▼▼▼

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We would like to introduce a case study of business improvement using the 3D CAD "iCAD SX," which is specialized in mechanical design. IHI Corporation was using 2D CAD for large industrial machine design, but the 2D drawings could only be understood by the designers, leading to a constant struggle with meetings and document preparation for various stakeholders. In order to improve the increasingly burdensome working environment for designers, they decided to transition to 3D design. After searching for a 3D CAD that could flexibly respond to customer needs, they selected "iCAD SX." As a result, they successfully built a design environment that significantly reduced design rework through early disclosure of design information in 3D models and enhanced design reviews with customers and internal related departments. [Main Effects of Implementation] - Enhanced design reviews with customers and stakeholders, leading to reduced rework - Successful improvement of work efficiency in piping design, which was difficult with 2D - Achieved a 30% reduction in design time compared to what was anticipated with 2D CAD [Download Materials] - Currently available for limited access on a special site. Please click the link below. 　　　▼▼▼　Click here　▼▼▼

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