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Description

CAD Parser is a plug-in software tool designed specifically for use with AutoDesk's AutoCAD® application. It effectively gathers data from AutoCAD drawings to create precise, uniform, and validated bill of materials (BoM) for various manufacturing processes, whether for assembly or sub-assembly. Although AutoCAD features some built-in BoM options, these tend to lack comprehensiveness and often suffer from inaccuracies. This situation frequently leads to additional labor costs associated with the manual updating and validation of BoM data. By addressing these inaccuracies, CAD Parser streamlines the extraction of bill of materials (BoM) through automation, thereby reducing the risk of human error. Furthermore, it enhances efficiency by enabling automatic updates to drawing descriptions and allows synchronization of BoM data with third-party inventory management systems. This dual functionality not only simplifies the process but ultimately improves the overall accuracy and reliability of manufacturing documentation.

Description

SilicaCAD Professional is a versatile CAD software that operates in both 2D and 3D, allowing for DWG-native drafting suitable for a variety of applications. Drawing on over two decades of CAD expertise since its inception in 1999, SilicaCAD boasts remarkable compatibility with AutoCAD® while providing advanced features and unique tools that are crucial for professionals. This software serves as an optimal solution for architectural, engineering, construction (AEC), and mechanical computer-aided design (MCAD) across diverse sectors. Notably, SilicaCAD offers a cost-effective alternative with a perpetual licensing model, granting users access to numerous additional CAD functionalities at a significantly lower price compared to other software. Since DWG is the same file format used by AutoCAD, users can seamlessly open existing DWG files in SilicaCAD without any need for conversion or fear of data loss. Furthermore, it ensures industry-standard compatibility with AutoCAD®, enabling immediate engagement with DWG files, commands, fonts, blocks, hatches, and linetypes right from the start. With SilicaCAD, you finally have the opportunity to invest in a DWG-compatible solution that is not only economical but also rich in features that enhance your design capabilities.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

AutoCAD No 

Integrations

AutoCAD Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$350 per user
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Coldwater Technology

Founded

2006

Country

United States

Website

www.coldwatertech.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

FSC

Founded

2004

Country

United Arab Emirates

Website

silicacad.com

Product Features

MRP

Bills of Material Yes 
Compliance Management No 
Document Management No 
Forecasting No 
Formula Management No 
Inventory Management Yes 
Order Management Yes 
Process Manufacturing No 
Product Configurator No 
Production Scheduling Yes 
Quality Control Yes 
Quality Management Yes 
Quote Management No 
Reporting/Analytics Yes 
Resource Management Yes 
Safety Management Yes 
Supplier Management No 
Supply Chain Management Yes 

Product Features

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing No 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling No 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil No 
Collaboration No 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis No 
Design Export No 
Document Management No 
Electrical No 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical No 
Mechatronics No 
Presentation Tools No 
Simulate Cycles No 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

Engineering

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling No 
Chemical Engineering No 
Civil Engineering No 
Collaboration No 
Design Analysis No 
Design Export No 
Document Management No 
Electrical Engineering No 
Mechanical Engineering No 
Mechatronics No 
Presentation Tools No 
Structural Engineering No 

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