CAD Data Conversion:
Creation of 3D models or drawings from paper drawings is a target CAD application. This process is used in the absence of CAD data in digital format. CAD Data Conversion is long and laborious process resulting in higher operating expense upfront. The robust methodology adopted by Tekniche ensures substantial reduction in the operating expense of data conversion process while ensuring data integrity and quality.


CAD Data Migration:
The process of conversion of CAD data from source CAD application to target CAD application is employed when the source and the target applications are known.

CAD Data Translation:
The process of conversion of CAD data in one application to an industry standard neutral format using built-in or third party application is employed when the target CAD application is not known.

Translators

STEP (solid models)
IGES (Surface and wire-frame)
Translation Routes
Neutral format translation
Kernel based translations
Direct translators
Multi step translation
Feature based translation

While there are tools to assist in CAD data migration and translation, they are far from being perfect to suit design needs. Invariably almost all CAD data need clean-up after translation.