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Third-party CAD model integration and exchange for BricsCAD®

Communicator per
BricsCAD

Communicator for BricsCAD® is an optional plug-in that extends the capabilities of BricsCAD®. It enables the import and export of 3D CAD and PMI (product manufacturing information) data to and from leading mechanical CAD software.

Supported applications include CATIA®, Creo®, Solid Edge®, NX/UG, SOLIDWORKS®, and Autodesk® Inventor®, as well as industry-standard neutral formats.

Communicator for BricsCAD® simplifies the import of 3D solid models from a wide range of CAD platforms, enabling users to integrate external models into BricsCAD® assemblies, modify them via direct modeling, and add parameters. This enhances collaboration and improves interoperability across diverse software ecosystems.

The plug-in is designed for 3D designers and engineers who need to incorporate models from third-party applications into BricsCAD® workflows, ensuring a smooth, accurate exchange of mechanical design data.

Oil & gas
Chemicals
Heavy infrastructure construction
Mining
Power generation (nuclear, thermal, renewable)
Utilities and communications

Benefits

Enhanced interoperability

Supports a broad range of native and neutral CAD formats to enable accurate data exchange across platforms.

Improved collaboration

Facilitates seamless sharing of 3D models with partners and clients using different design tools.

User-friendly interface

An intuitive interface makes it easy to access and apply the plug-in’s powerful file exchange capabilities.

Integration with BricsCAD®

Runs natively within BricsCAD®, ensuring a consistent workflow and user experience.

Cost efficiency

Eliminates the need for multiple conversion tools by centralizing CAD data exchange in a single solution.

Enhanced design accuracy

Maintains geometric and metadata fidelity during file import/export to ensure reliability in design handoff.

Technical support
and resources

Comprehensive documentation, updates, and support resources ensure long-term usability and performance.

Features

Autodesk® Inventor® model import

Import Inventor® part and assembly models directly into BricsCAD® with full geometry and data retention.

SOLIDWORKS® model import

Integrate models from SOLIDWORKS® into BricsCAD® workflows to simplify multi-CAD collaboration.

PTC Creo® model import

Import Creo® files into BricsCAD® for modification, reuse, or assembly integration.