This platform automates the creation of production-ready 2D drawings directly from CAD models, significantly accelerating the design-to-manufacturing workflow. It integrates with major CAD systems like SolidWorks and NX to apply standardized, ASME Y14.5-2018 compliant Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). The service reduces manual drafting time by automating tedious callouts and treatments while maintaining engineer control over the final output.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Creating Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) drawings from CAD files is a time-consuming process for engineering teams, often requiring an hour or more per drawing. This manual effort diverts engineers from higher-value tasks and can introduce errors that impact manufacturing. Ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ASME Y14.5-2018 adds further complexity.
Solution
Drafter is a software platform that automates the generation of GD&T drawings directly from .STEP CAD files. By automatically interpreting design intent, Drafter reduces drawing creation time to approximately five minutes, freeing up engineering resources. The platform allows users to customize callouts with suggested notes and recommended fasteners, providing control over the final drawing. Drafter helps teams ensure that all drawings are standardized and compliant with ASME Y14.5-2018, bridging the gap between design and manufacturing.
Target Audience
Drafter targets engineering teams, mechanical engineers, and hardware developers seeking to reduce drawing time, improve drawing quality, and ensure compliance with GD&T standards.
Features
- Automated GD&T drawing generation from .STEP CAD files
- Customizable callouts with suggested notes and recommended fasteners
- Compliance with ASME Y14.5-2018 standards
- Built-in educational tools for GD&T
- Secure platform built on AWS GovCloud, compliant with CMMC and FedRAMP High