PDMPublisher for SOLIDWORKS PDM: Enterprise-Level Automation
Overview
Optimize your enterprise documentation management with PDMPublisher for SOLIDWORKS PDM, a powerful task add-in that integrates directly into your PDM Professional environment. Automate the generation of critical output formats like PDFs, DXFs, and DWGs during key workflow transitions or on-demand. Ensure consistent, accurate, and revision-controlled documentation, streamline collaboration, and free up valuable engineering resources by eliminating manual publishing processes within your SOLIDWORKS PDM vault.
Key Benefits at a Glance:
- Automate Multi-Format Output within PDM: Automatically generate PDFs, DXFs, DWGs, and more as part of your established SOLIDWORKS PDM workflows.
- Ensure Consistent and Accurate Documentation: Eliminate manual errors and enforce standardized output formats and properties across all published documents.
- Maintain Robust Revision Control: Leverage SOLIDWORKS PDM’s inherent revision management for all automatically generated output files.
- Streamline Collaboration Across Engineering Teams: Provide timely and accurate documentation to all stakeholders through automated and reliable processes.
- Significant Reduction in Manual Publishing Efforts: Free up valuable engineering time by automating the time-consuming tasks associated with manual document creation and distribution.
Features
WHAT YOU GET
SUPPORTED EXTENSIONS
2D Engineering Documents: DXF, DWG, and PDF.
3D Engineering Documents: STEP, IGES, X_T.
eDrawings Professional Documents: eprt, edrw, easm.
HTML (Requires e-Drawings Professional).
SMART FOLDER AND FILE NAME CREATOR
Exports documents inside and outside the vault.
Creates folder structure if it does not exist.
Use datacard variables.
Use workflow, state, version, revision, and configuration name values.
Use the host machine username and launching username.
Use the root folder.
Use Top level-assembly folder.
ADD ANY NOTES ANYWHERE ON PDFS
SHEET METAL
Export 1:1 DXF sheet metal flat pattern.
FREQUENT ENGINEERING TASKS
Print and Merge PDFs of top-level assemblies.
Add manufacturing quantities to PDFs.
Archive PDFs.
Watermark on PDFs.
Installation & Setup
Click on the link below for the step by step process:
Pricing
PDMPublisher for SOLIDWORKS Perpetual License
Designed to run inside SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional for automated publishing during workflow transitions or on demand.
$2,999 per vault (perpetual license)
What You Get
- Premium support
- Licensed per vault
- Unlimited users
- Unlimited tasks
- Logs cloud storage
Supported Extentions
- STEP
- DXF
- DWG
- STL
- eDrawings, and more
Frequent Engineering Tasks
- Custom output rules (naming, folder paths, workflows)
- Merging and archiving capabilities
- Support for parts, assemblies, and drawings
FAQ
How are licenses structured for SOLIDWORKS-related products?
Licenses for SOLIDWORKS-related products are issued on a per-machine basis. Each license is tied to a specific machine, making it ideal for environments with dedicated workstations for design and engineering tasks.
How are licenses structured for SOLIDWORKS PDM products?
Licenses for SOLIDWORKS PDM products are sold on a per-vault basis. This means each PDM vault requires a separate license, which is renewed annually. This licensing structure allows flexibility and scalability based on your company’s needs.
Are there support and updates included with the license?
Yes, licenses typically include access to customer support and updates for the licensed period. This ensures that users can benefit from the latest features, bug fixes, and enhancements.
How is payment handled, and is it secure?
Payments for Blue Byte Systems Inc. products are processed through secure payment gateways to ensure the safety of your financial information. Industry-standard encryption methods are used to protect transactions. Invoices and receipts are provided for all purchases.
Is there documentation available for Blue Byte Systems Inc. products?
Yes, comprehensive documentation is available for all Blue Byte Systems Inc. products at docs.bluebyte.biz. The documentation includes user guides, installation instructions, troubleshooting tips, and FAQs. You can access the documentation through the product’s dedicated page on the Blue Byte Systems website or by contacting customer support for assistance.
Are free trials available for Blue Byte Systems Inc. products?
Yes, free trials are available for select products. Trials allow you to test the product’s features and assess its compatibility with your workflow before committing to a purchase. Visit the product’s page on the website or contact customer support to request a trial. please reach out to [email protected] or schedule a demo from our calendly.com/bluebyte