IndiaCADworks Delivers Eurocode-Complaint 8 to 20 Meter PVC Clad Structure Drawing for UK Garden Equipment Supplier
The Client:
The client is a designer and manufacturer of steel, film-clad and PVC-clad structures in the UK. With a 30-year heritage, the client works with industry leaders and major public sector clients, offering purpose-built structures to suit different applications on agricultural needs.
The Situation:
The client found it challenging to proportionately increase the size of PVC-clad structures, which were intended to be introduced in the European market. The standard, off-the-shelf structures measure 4, 5, or 6 meters in span, but the proposed structures were 8 to 20 meters long.
- Accurate engineering drawings were required for the new sizes.
- Drawings must fully comply with specific Eurocodes applicable for this sector.
- The client had no prior experience in outsourcing engineering drawings.
The Challenges:
The business situation put forth many challenges, some of which were:
- Retaining the look and feel of the structures in the drawings
- Maintaining the structures’ strength and design in their new size
- Identifying the most economical configuration for the new product
- Understanding the nuances of Eurocodes that must be complied with
The Solution:
IndiaCADworks had proven expertise and experience in handling drawings for global clients. The salient features of our solution included:
- A team of 4 highly experienced engineers was entrusted with the project, with an alumnus of the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) to oversee the project.
- Internal appraisal on Eurocodes was given to the design team.
- 3D renderings and 3D walkthrough animations were provided using STAAD.Pro.
- Structures provided by us promised a minimum design life of 15 years.
- Compatible CAD files were delivered to open and edit with AutoCAD Mechanical 2011 or Autodesk Inventor Simulation 2011 as required by the client.
The Result:
The solution provided by the IndiaCADworks team led to very positive results.
- The drawings were done right at the very first time with no need for iterations, resulting in quick turnaround
- Our economical CAD solution and adherence to delivery enabled the client to save on costs
- Strict adherence to Eurocodes was demonstrated in our drawings
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