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', based on general 2D design data, the transition to 3D design can be advanced without financial strain. Furthermore, by 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.

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Currently streaming the archive! Announcement of the latest features of BricsCAD and ACAD-DENKI.

There is about one week left until the BricsCAD/ACAD-DENKI New Features Presentation at the "Zuken Alphatech Conference," and there are still a few seats available! At this conference, we will introduce the new features of BricsCAD V23/ACAD-DENKI 2023, which will be released soon, along with user presentations. Our aim is to maximize the value of your .dwg design assets by presenting solutions that add "plus alpha" to your current design operations. If your company is struggling to grasp the definition of "DX" and is unsure where to start, or if you are looking for "plus alpha" in your design operations, or considering the introduction of compatible CAD or 3D CAD, participating in this event may help you find solutions to your challenges. We look forward to your participation!

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Efficiently utilizing 3D features to address challenges such as "streamlining design operations" and "labor shortages" required in the field of mechanical design! Here are some 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 on November 24 (Thursday) around 15:40. The public viewing time is an estimate and may change depending on the progress of the day. *Currently, an archive is being distributed. Please apply for viewing through the related link.

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

Theme: Utilization of ACAD-DENKI's Parts Master Genre: Electrical Design Speaker: Aimu Manufacturing Co., Ltd. 　　+C4:C7　　　Deputy General Manager of ICT Planning Office, 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 mere drawing, failing to leverage 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 publicly available on November 24 (Thursday) around 16:10. *The public release time is an estimate and may change depending on the progress of the day.

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

BricsCAD is an affordable and high-performance CAD software that allows you to create 2D, 3D, and BIM all in .dwg files. ■ Do you have any of these concerns? ■ - The operational/implementation costs of CAD are burdensome. - I want to operate with a multi-license. - I'm 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 features. BricsCAD has been adopted by over 180,000 companies and more than 450,000 users worldwide, with over 10,000 companies in Japan alone. It is praised for its reliability, scalability, and stability. ■ What BricsCAD can do ■ ● Directly read AutoCAD drawings (.dwg) ● Flexible options for perpetual licenses, subscriptions, network licenses, etc. ● Reuse print settings, template drawings, and sheet sets ● Streamline repetitive tasks with AI-powered drawing features ● Customization migration (LISP, .NET, ARX, etc.) ● 3D design with direct/parametric modeling capabilities ● Support for IFC and point clouds Try the free trial version first!

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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 improved operational efficiency.

We have introduced BricsCAD to Takamiya Co., Ltd., which is engaged in the manufacturing, sales, and rental of temporary scaffolding. Originally, we were using a major 2D CAD software in Japan, but in recent years, with the increase in design workload, the staff has also grown. 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. With an eye on utilizing 3D features, 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 improved operational efficiency by utilizing customization features. [Challenges Before Implementation] ■ Licensing costs became an issue as the number of CAD users increased. ■ The cost burden of 3D CAD was also a bottleneck 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."

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[Case Studies and Demo Videos Available] Solve challenges with specialized features packed with 35 years of know-how and the familiar operation feel inherited from AutoCAD/BricsCAD!

■Do you have any of these concerns? - Checking drawings and counting parts on paper takes a lot of time and is prone to errors. - Work by multiple people leads to inconsistent writing styles. - Unable to respond to short delivery times or link data to manufacturing. "ACAD-DENKI" is an electrical CAD developed by our company, which has been supporting electrical design for 35 years, and is compatible with the industry-standard DWG format. 【Achieving cost reduction and increased productivity】 Users have given high praise for 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 launch is supported by various support menus from experienced staff, ensuring peace of mind. Customization is available! ■Features ▼Full utilization of electrical-specific functions for increased efficiency - Various wiring inputs (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 improvements and prevention of errors 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

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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 implementing our developed and sold electrical design CAD "ACAD-DENKI," they achieved a reduction in design man-hours and enabled the utilization of data for subsequent processes such as procurement and manufacturing. Through repeated proof-of-concept experiments leveraging the 3D capabilities of the base CAD, BricsCAD, further data integration is being advanced. [Challenges before implementation] - Reducing mistakes and losses in design operations - Cost reduction of existing electrical CAD and pursuit of cost-effectiveness - Utilization of design data for subsequent processes *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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This spring, we will be launching a new job site specifically for craftsmen and construction sites in the construction industry, called "CIC Craftsman Job." In advance of this release, we have prepared two special benefits exclusively for companies that pre-register. Benefit 1) You can advertise for free for three months from the release of the job site. Benefit 2) We will regularly send you information about job seekers (construction management engineers) via email. *You can unsubscribe if you do not wish to receive this. Companies facing challenges with labor shortages are encouraged to register during this opportunity.

Here is a case study of the production of a cross folding screen for Mr. F in the Kyushu area. This screen maintains the beauty of traditional folding screens while offering a custom feel with the freedom to choose surface materials. You can select from a wide variety of vinyl fabrics for both the front and back surfaces. It can be freely styled to suit the interior of the space and its purpose, ranging from Japanese modern to contemporary settings. Equipped with a "true tailoring" structure, it features durable stainless steel fittings and undercut baseboards. Weighing approximately 24 kg, it is solidly constructed to elegantly divide spaces. It supports the creation of ideal environments, regardless of whether they are Japanese or Western styles. ■━━━━━━━━□ ┃ Case Overview ┃ □━━━━━━━━■ ■ Year of Production: 2025 ■ Delivery Location: Kyushu Area ■ Materials: Vinyl fabric Colored mulberry edge True tailoring specification Undercut baseboard Stainless steel cover fittings

The seismic sensor device "HK-2" detects strong tremors equivalent to a seismic intensity of 5 or higher, transmits a signal to the control room, and emergency stops the facility equipment. 【Installation Location】 Automotive parts factory 【Challenges】 Due to the maintenance and replacement of the factory equipment control devices, we considered updating the existing seismic sensors as well, but since production had already ended, we were looking for alternatives. 【Effects After Installation】 The HK-2 has the function to emergency stop equipment during an earthquake, and since its functionality is the same as the existing device, it was introduced as a replacement. Its compact size also allowed it to fit within the existing control panel being used. ★See more examples of the seismic sensor device "HK-2" https://www.hotron.co.jp/recommend/HK-2_lp.html#anchor_a04 ◎For more details, please download the materials or contact us.

An article about our resident business has been published in the Daily Timber News (Housing Edition). In light of the enforcement of last year's amendments to the Energy Conservation Law for Buildings and the Building Standards Act, as well as the heightened interest in earthquake countermeasures for the Nankai Trough, the "wallstat verification," which is effective for visualizing seismic performance in line with current conditions, is introduced. Our company supports housing businesses nationwide through our construction business support service "Ken-Sapo," including wallstat, so we hope you will take a look.

On October 22, 2025, we would like to announce that Yuta Tawaki, our company representative, spoke at the "PPP/PFI University (22nd Term) First Session," hosted by the Development Bank of Japan (hereinafter referred to as "DBJ"). At this event, we introduced specific initiatives utilizing our physical and cognitive function visualization system "AYUMI Scan" to address the challenges of labor shortages and safety management faced by local industries, as well as the potential for collaboration with local governments and businesses. We exchanged opinions with participants on the new value created through collaboration between local communities and startups. ■ Presentation Content In the first part, our representative Yuta Tawaki delivered a lecture on the theme "Workers in a Super-Aging Society Protected by AI: Safety Management Supporting Corporate Growth." The lecture focused on the senior generation, who are skilled employees supporting the workplace, and introduced initiatives to enhance safety management using physical and cognitive function data while balancing productivity improvement. Additionally, through a roundtable discussion with our partner companies, Skylark Holdings and Tokyu Community, we exchanged opinions on practical case studies and the effects of implementation in actual workplaces.